The “Lumpia Queen” of the Internet, Abi Marquez 28th Annual Webby Awards nomination

• Abi Marquez, known as the “Lumpia Queen,” has been nominated for the 28th Annual Webby Awards in the Social – Food and Drink category, marking a significant achievement for Filipino culinary representation on the global stage.
• Urging public support, the nomination celebrates Abi’s impactful culinary content and Filipino cuisine’s global spotlight

Abi Marquez, known online as the “Lumpia Queen,” has received an official nomination for the esteemed 28th Annual Webby Awards in the Social – Food and Drink category, an exciting tribute to the Philippines’ thriving food sector.

She is in the top 12% of entries with this nomination, which is one of five in its category and was chosen by hand from 13,000 projects submitted worldwide. She also joins the ranks of illustrious individuals and organizations like Jennifer Garner and America’s Test Kitchen. It also represents Marquez’s significant contribution to the online food community.

At just 23 years old, Marquez has captured the hearts and palates of millions worldwide with her delectable and innovative culinary creations, predominantly featuring the beloved Filipino dish, lumpia. Her engaging content and authentic portrayal of Filipino cuisine have amassed a following of 3.3 million on TikTok, with her videos receiving over 1 billion views and 86 million likes. Marquez’s rapid rise to social media stardom culminated in winning the TikTok Foodie Creator of the Year award in 2023, further cementing her status as a culinary influencer. Before becoming Lumpia Queen, Marquez was once upon a time a Hotel Restaurant and Institution Management (HRIM) student who utilized content creation as her practicum. She has been a talent of NYMA, the artist management arm of Kroma Entertainment, since 2023.

This nomination is not just a personal milestone for Marquez but also a moment of immense pride for the Philippines. It highlights the richness of Filipino culinary traditions and the boundless talent within the country, showcasing it on a global stage.

How to support Abi Marquez at the Webby Awards

Marquez is eligible to win at the Webby Awards two ways: by winning the award as chosen by the judging academy (the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences) and by being voted on by the public at The Webby People’s Voice Award. Both awards are a mark of international distinction for Internet excellence.

We cordially welcome everyone to participate in this historic occasion by casting their Webby People’s Voice Awards ballot for Abi Marquez. Your vote has the power to raise awareness of Filipino food and win this esteemed prize.

Please register at https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2024/social/general-social/food-drinkin order to cast your vote for Abi. Voting ends on Thursday, April 18 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time.

Come together to commemorate and advance our gastronomic legacy globally. Your support can help us showcase the Philippines as a creative and talented culinary powerhouse.

For more information and to follow Abi’s journey, please visit:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abigailfmarquez

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abigailfmarquez/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abigailfmarquez

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lumpiaqueen

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lumpiakween

To learn more about KROMA and NYMA, visit https://www.kroma.ph/nyma.