Guests from Kalhaar Blues & Greens Golf Club in India arrive in Portugal

Celebrations surrounding the World Golf Awards got off to a glamorous start earlier with more than 100 delegates welcomed to Bovino Steakhouse at Quinta do Lago.

The event was the beginning of three days of golf, networking and fine dining as part of the World Golf Awards Gala Ceremony 2015.

The awards will be presented on Saturday evening at the luxurious Conrad Algarve.

World Golf Awards’ partner Portugal Golf Membership were on hand to welcome guests

World Golf Awards managing director Christopher Frost said: “After months of preparation it was a pleasure to welcome our guest to Quinta do Lago this evening, and to the new Bovino Steakhouse, this evening.

“We have a packed schedule line up for the next two days, including the World Golf Awards Classic on the North Course here at Quinta do Lago on Saturday, and, of course, the presentation of the trophies themselves on Saturday evening.”

World Golf Awards guest of honour Peter Alliss chats with nominees

Bovino brings the best in steakhouse dining to Quinta do Lago.

A brand new addition to the resort’s gastro line-up, the restaurant places the finest of dry-aged beef at the heart of its philosophy, serving up the tenderest of steaks in a stunningly decorated environment.

In a bespoke setting, created by one of Europe’s most acclaimed interior designers, Bovino combines striking décor with prime beef cooked to perfection to produce the most exclusive steakhouse experience you can have in the Algarve.

World Golf Awards managing director Christopher Frost, left, welcomes guests to Bovino Steakhouse

World Golf Awards serves to celebrate and reward excellence in golf tourism, world class courses and golf destinations.

Golf tourism constitutes a vital segment in the global travel and tourism marketplace.

An estimated 60 million golfer visits will take place in 2015 to the 32,000 golf courses and resorts worldwide.

The 2015 World Golf Awards will focus on the leading 130 nations who are shaping the future of this dynamic industry.

While celebrating and rewarding excellence across golf resorts, courses and the golfing destinations throughout the world, World Golf Awards will strive to ultimately raise the golf tourist customer experience and stimulate both the domestic and international golf tourism market.

There is more information on the official website.