Galliova Food writer of the year is Vickie de Beer

For the third time, Vickie de Beer, food editor of rooi rose, has won the prestigious Galliova Food writer of the year award.

This annual event is sponsored by the South African Egg Industry to recognise excellence in food writing, food styling and overall promotion of the South African food culture.

The judges pay special attention to the way in which the food writers address their market and the extent to which the food writer is in touch with the lifestyle, needs and tastes of their respective readers. The general appearance of their work, food styling, photography and artwork are also considered.

De Beer won in 2005 and 2011, which was a great year for her and the magazine, being the year she also clinched the award of Stylist of the year at the 2011 Caxton Excellence Awards and a shared Pica for Best Stylist shared with Lifestyle editor Cornel Dunn.