‘Lumpia Queen’ Abi Marquez Wins People's Voice Award at The 28th Annual Webby Awards, Dedicates Win to the Philippines

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK—In a historic victory for Filipino talent, Abi Marquez clinched the People's Voice Award for Social - Food and Drink at The 28th Annual Webby Awards, making her the first Filipino independent content creator to win the prestigious accolade. 

This momentous occasion is not only a personal milestone for Marquez but also a significant cultural achievement, being the first time an individual entry from the Philippines has secured this category.

Dressed in a custom terno by Filipino designer Santi Obcena and styled by Pam Ricarte, Marquez took the stage at the iconic Cipriani Wall Street in New York City, where she accepted her award. In her poignant 5-word acceptance speech, she dedicated her victory to her homeland: "Philippines, this is for you!"

Abi Marquez, the Internet’s “Lumpia Queen,” Nominated at the 28th Annual Webby Awards

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

In an exhilarating nod to the Philippines’ vibrant culinary scene, Abi Marquez, hailed as the internet’s “Lumpia Queen,” has been officially nominated for the prestigious 28th Annual Webby Awards under the Social - Food and Drink category. 

The nomination—one of five in its category and handpicked from out of 13,000 projects submitted from around the world—places her among the top 12% of entries submitted. This also puts her in esteemed company alongside notable figures and entities such as America's Test Kitchen and Jennifer Garner. It likewise signifies Marquez’s impactful contribution to the digital food community.