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Experience Yes Shef

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.
March 9, 2026
Greater Toronto Area

Our first year in Mississauga was a resounding success, celebrating the women shaping Canada’s culinary scene.

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November 6, 2025
Vancouver, BC

Hosted at the iconic Fairmont Pacific Rim, Yes Shef was an unforgettable night of connection and culinary excellence.

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November 6, 2024
Vancouver, BC

A celebration for the women shaping Canada’s food and beverage industry, bringing people together for connection, mentorship, and inspiration.

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November 6, 2023
Vancouver, BC

During this unique culinary experience, guests enjoyed tasting stations savouring delights crafted and curated by female-led teams.

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Serving up Change

A Culinary Event for a Cause
$
57
K
awarded in scholarships for up-and-coming women in culinary
45
M
media impressions, and growing
100
%
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

Debbie Shing

Quvé

Debbie Shing (DipWSET, Certified WSET Educator) is the founder of boutique wine agency Quvé and aCertified WSET Educator with more than 20 years of beverage sales and marketing leadership experienceacross Canada.

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Donna Dooher

Mildred's Temple Kitchen

Celebrated as Toronto’s “Queen of Brunch,” Donna Dooher has shaped the city’s brunch culture for more than three decades. She first introduced her warm, generous style of cooking as the founder of the beloved Mildred Pierce restaurant—an iconic spot that helped define how Toronto gathers around the table. Donna later went on to launch Cookworks, which evolved into a popular Food Network series and two best-selling cookbooks—with a third currently underway.

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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
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