Experience an unforgettable evening featuring 20 tasting stations, exceptional beverages, live entertainment, and some of Canada's top women in food and beverage—all while championing mentorship and the next generation of culinary talent.
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Yes Shef returns to Toronto for an unforgettable evening of chef-led tasting experiences, exceptional beverages, live entertainment, and some of the city's top women in food and beverage—all while championing mentorship and the next generation of culinary talent.
Learn MoreIn 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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Yuki Aida is the Founder, Owner and Culinary Director of Sushi MAHANA in North Vancouver. Born and raised in Tokyo and a graduate of the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts, she brings her Japanese roots and culinary training to MAHANA’s approach to seasonal cuisine and Omotenashi, Japanese hospitality. A WSET Level 2 Award in Sake holder with Distinction, Yuki also serves as MAHANA’s Sake Guide, thoughtfully curating sake to complement the restaurant’s cuisine.
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Meeru Dhalwala is co-founder of Vij’s and Lila restaurants, both in Vancouver, BC. For 30 years, she created all the recipes and ran the kitchen at Vij’s (and Rangoli for 17 years). In April 2024, Meeru received the Restaurants Canada Award for Culinary Excellence. Shira’s influence extends beyond her restaurants. She is also the co-author of a celebrated cookbook that captures the essence of the Acorn’s culinary philosophy, bringing their vegetable-driven creations to home kitchens around the world.
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Ya’uc! Hello! My name is Carla Anderson, I’m part of the xa’isla nation and I LOVE sugar cookies! I’ve been a home baker for years and in June 2022, with the support of my husband Chris, started my business: ‘Up the River Baking.
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High energy, incredible food and drink, and a beautiful way to celebrate women in culinary.
Yes Shef puts fun, taste, and meaning into our culinary careers… I am so proud to be involved with Yes Shef.
It was a foodie’s dream.
An incredible event. In a time like this, it’s inspiring to see the community come together to support women in culinary.
Thank you to the partners helping make Yes Shef possible. Together, we’re cooking up something extraordinary.
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“I can say with confidence that Yes Shef is one of the most inspiring, inclusive, and future-focused events on the culinary calendar.”