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Bite into Brilliance
Experience Canada’s premier celebration of women in food and beverage.
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This unforgettable evening brings together top culinary talent for a celebration of flavour, mentorship, and leadership. More than a night of incredible food, Yes Shef champions representation, opens doors, and celebrates the women shaping the future of hospitality.
November 6, 2025
Vancouver, BC
Hosted at the iconic Fairmont Pacific Rim, Vancouver’s definitive luxury hotel. Join us for an unforgettable night of connection and culinary excellence.
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January 1, 2026
Greater Toronto Area
The GTA’s top women chefs, industry leaders, and passionate food lovers will come together for one unforgettable evening.
Serving up Change
A Culinary Event for a Cause
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of proceeds support women of recreation, tourism, and hospitality
About Yes Shef
Pairing Passion with Purpose
In an industry where women remain underrepresented, Yes Shef celebrates mentorship by pairing acclaimed chefs with women studying culinary arts. While guests enjoy each chef’s signature dish, they’re also supporting an event that fosters connection, opportunity, and change for the next generation of women in food.
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Meet The Talent
Discover the Women Redefining Canadian Cuisine
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Nutcha Phanthoupheng
Baan Lao Fine Thai CuisineHer commitment to farm and field to table ingredients, life-long immersion in traditional Thai cuisine, and exceptional training under some of the best Thai chefs in the world guarantees each guest a mouth-watering meal that will please your eyes, nose and palate.
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High energy, incredible food and drink, and a beautiful way to celebrate women in culinary.
Past Attendee
Yes Shef puts fun, taste, and meaning into our culinary careers… I am so proud to be involved with Yes Shef.
Meeru Dhalwala, Co-owner, Lila
It was a foodie’s dream.
Laura Ullock, Food and Lifestyle Digital Creator
An incredible event. In a time like this, it’s inspiring to see the community come together to support women in culinary.
Past Attendee
Partner Spotlight
Thank you to the partners helping make Yes Shef possible. Together, we’re cooking up something extraordinary.
“I can say with confidence that Yes Shef is one of the most inspiring, inclusive, and future-focused events on the culinary calendar.”
— Tracy Macgregor, Chief Operating Officer, Restaurants Canada