Welcome to the 2nd Annual Deli Awards! What better way to end the year than by reflecting on all the wonderful things it brought us? No item reflects the hospitality industry better than the humble deli container, hence why it was chosen as the icon of these awards during last year's inaugural awards. There are a host of new categories this year, too! I hope these picks for the best of 2023 bring a smile to your face and, hopefully, something to try in the new year if you learn something new through this selection process. Awards are always subjective, so take my choices with a grain of salt if you wish, but know that I stand behind each and every selection and can't wait to see what new things 2024 will bring us all. Cheers.The Best Ceats Podcast brings unprecedented access to the Orange County hospitality industry each and every episode. Bringing you the best stories, and the people behind them with every interview, The Best Ceats Podcast showcases the very best of Southern California’s bars, restaurants, and beyond.You can find more information at https://thebestceats.comFollow Host Crawford McCarthy at https://www.instagram.com/thebestceats/To support content like The Best Ceats Podcast, as well as gain access to the exclusive bonus episodes, and more, please consider supporting The Best Ceats, at: https://patreon.com/thebestceats To learn more about Ali Coyle, as well as her debut track “Trust Me,” please see her official website: https://alicoylemusic.com To find out more about our sponsors for this episode, please visit the following:https://www.heirloompotager.com