Nikki Hanna, Hell’s Kitchen Season 19 contestant and new Chef de Cuisine at Hudson’s Mill in Garnerville, NY, is gently nudging both diners and colleagues out of their comfort zone with her approach to food and kitchen operations. Menu-wise, she…
Nikki Hanna, Hell’s Kitchen Season 19 contestant and new Chef de Cuisine at Hudson’s Mill in Garnerville, NY, is gently nudging both diners and colleagues out of their comfort zone with her approach to food and kitchen operations. Menu-wise, she…
Women are breaking down new barriers in the foodservice industry every day. But none of us could be where we are without the women who came before. From bringing new cuisine styles to America to blazing new trails, here are…
The truth is, we need more diversity in the food industry and it’s time we recognize more people of color. There are countless talented individuals in the food space and of those, there are a number of Black chefs and…
James Beard-nominated chef/owner of Dirt Candy and Lekka Burger, Amanda Cohen, has climbed the culinary ladder. You might recognize her from both Iron Chef Canada and Iron Chef America where she got her start as the first vegetarian chef to…
Back in early August, we shared about a few Bon Appétit contributing writers and food editors who were not being paid fairly for their contributions to the popular series that many turned to for comfort during the quarantine. One of…
COVID-19 didn’t stop female owner Rohini Dey, of Vermilion restaurant in Chicago from taking the lead and finding ways to support her fellow restaurateurs. As the pandemic dragged on in the spring, she invited 16 female restaurateurs to join her…
The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on our industry and our lives. According to the latest numbers from the National Restaurant Association, 100,000 restaurants (the equivalent of 1 of every 6) have closed long-term or permanently due to the…
From trailblazing to creating safe and delicious spaces, these are just some of the noteworthy Black women in food who have made lasting impressions on culinary and American culture. Checkout this list of inspiring chefs past and present who are…
Social isolation and restaurant closures can’t stop the women of food. This month, we’re celebrating the women-led virtual food-tivities that are keeping us going during the COVID-19 lockdown. From digital cooking classes and Instagram live demos, to boozy benefit events…
Do you find yourself wondering how you can support more women-led spaces in the restaurant industry? You’re in the right place. In honor of International Women’s Month, we’re kicking off our series, Braisin’ Ladies, a curated list of our favorite…
