2023 Yes Shef Vancouver

Canada's premier event spotlighting top women-led talent and bold flavours.
During this unique culinary experience, guests enjoyed tasting stations savouring delights crafted and curated by female-led teams.
November 6, 2023 6:00 PM
Fairmont Pacific Rim
15 Tasting Stations

Discover the women redefining Canada’s culinary scene

Tia Kambas

Chambar

Tia Kambas began at Chambar in 2004 as a dishwasher and rose to Executive Chef by 2014. Now Chambar’s Director of Operations, she brings the same passion and leadership that shaped her journey.

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Yasmin Shariff

Kilimanjaro Snack House

As the heart and soul behind Kilimanjaro Snack House, Yasmin Shariff continues to inspire and delight food enthusiasts, inviting them to savor a harmonious fusion of flavors and cultures with every bite.

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Marissa Gonzales

Hawksworth

Chef Marissa Gonzales, inspired by her grandmother in Mexico, trained in Vancouver and graduated with distinction in 2017. Rising through Hawksworth and Bel Café, she’s celebrated for her creativity, technical mastery, and leadership in pastry arts.

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What Guests Are Saying

An incredible event. In a time like this, it’s inspiring to see the community come together to support women in culinary.
Past Attendee
It was a foodie’s dream.
Laura Ullock, Food and Lifestyle Digital Creator
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
High energy, incredible food and drink, and a beautiful way to celebrate women in culinary.
Past Attendee

Impact at a Glance

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15
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in scholarships will be awarded at Yes Shef
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mentorship pairings created through this event
100
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of proceeds support women of recreation, tourism, and hospitality

As Seen In

“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
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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