Archive · 6 Jan 2026
Critics Choice Awards Food Sparks Viral Outrage
The Critics Choice Awards usually make headlines for big moments and fancy fashion.
But this year, people were talking about the food—or lack of it.
A photo of the snack plate, which had grapes, crackers, cheese, and a few other items, went viral.
People on social media made fun of it, comparing it to airplane food or the Fyre Festival.
Even the winners, like Janelle James, joked about the small portions.
After the awards, many celebrities go to In-N-Out Burger for a real meal.
It's become a tradition for them to grab fast food after the long ceremonies.
A photo of the modest snack plate served at the Critics Choice Awards went viral, sparking widespread mockery.
The plate included grapes, crackers, cheese, caprese skewers, hummus, dried apricots, and a single spanakopita.
Social media users compared the food to economy-class airline meals and the Fyre Festival catering.
Janelle James joked about the minimal food during her acceptance speech, noting it's a recurring awards-season tradition.
Many celebrities head to In-N-Out Burger for a meal after the awards, as the ceremonies often run long and meals are minimal.
- Who
- Critics Choice Awards attendees and social media users
- What
- A modest snack plate served at the awards
- When
- During the Critics Choice Awards ceremony
- Where
- At the Critics Choice Awards venue
- Why
- The food was considered inadequate for a high-profile event
- Event
- Critics Choice Awards
- Food Items
- Grapes, crackers, cheese, caprese skewers, hummus, dried apricots, spanakopita
- Social Media Reaction
- Widespread mockery and memes
- Celebrity Response
- Janelle James joked about the minimal food
- Post-Awards Tradition
- Celebrities often go to In-N-Out Burger