2025 Yes Shef Vancouver

Canada's premier event spotlighting top women-led talent and bold flavours.
Hosted at the iconic Fairmont Pacific Rim, Yes Shef was an unforgettable night of connection and culinary excellence.
November 6, 2025 5:30 PM
Fairmont Pacific Rim
15 Tasting Stations

Discover the women redefining Canada’s culinary scene

Chef Thao Tran

Anh and Chi

Chef Thao is the Head Sous Chef at Anh and Chi for the past 8 years, celebrated as one of the founding teammates. Originally from the central region of Vietnam. She studied business, specifically global tourism in Canada.

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Stacy Johnston & Minette Lotz

Poplar Grove

Chefs Stacy Johnston and Minette Lotz, celebrated for terroir-driven, locally sourced cuisine, have cooked across Canada, opened Naramata Inn, and were named “Canada’s next star chefs.” At Poplar Grove, they champion sustainable, seasonal, ingredient-focused dining.

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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
K
in scholarships will be awarded at Yes Shef
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mentorship pairings created through this event
100
%
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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