WORTH Association (Women of Recreation, Tourism & Hospitality) is proud to present Yes Shef: Elevating Women in Food & Beverage. On November 6th, 2023, join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the remarkable women of British Columbia's hospitality community.
During this unique culinary experience, guests will enjoy tasting stations throughout the Fairmont Pacific Rim's stunning Star Sapphire Ballroom, savouring delights crafted and curated by female-led teams. Noteworthy Chefs will collaborate with student apprentices from the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts to develop and execute a signature dish. Leading Winemakers, Sommeliers, Brewers and Bar Professionals will serve wine, beer and cocktail creations.
Participating Chefs include:
Nutcha Phanthoupheng, Baan Lao Fine Thai Cuisine
Eleanor Chow, Cadeau
Tia Kambas, Chambar
Pricilla Deo, Folke
Marisa Flores, Hawksworth
Yasmin Shariff, Kilimanjaro Snack House
Maria Ponce, La Taqueria
Stacy Johnston and Minette Lotz, Poplar Grove
Ying Ying Gao, Riley’s Fish and Steak
Donya Darreh Shouri, Seaside Provisions
Top Chef’s Siobhan Detkavich
With select Chefs from Cactus Club, Fairmont, and Les Dames Escoffier
Participating Beverage Professionals include:
Nikki Callaway, O’Rourke Family Estate
Severine Pinte, Le Vieux Pin & La Stella
Lyndsay O’Rourke, Tightrope Winery
Shiva Reddy and Alexia David, Burdock and Co
Britt Hoorne, Bar Susu
Reverie Beall, AnnaLena
With Bar Talent from Cactus Club, Fairmont, and Glowbal
Event Timeline:
5:30PM - Tasting & Mingle
6:30PM - Live Music
8:30PM - Awards Presentation
9:45PM - Silent Auction Closes
Included in the Ticket:
✔️ Tasting Stations from 15 of BC's Top Female Chefs
✔️ Wine & Beverage Tastings from Canada's Top Beverage Professionals and Companies
✔️ Opportunity to Meet the Leaders of BC's Recreation, Tourism & Hospitality Industry
✔️ Opportunity to Bid on Fabulous Prizes at our Silent Auction
Ticket Pricing:
$200 General Admission
$175 Early Bird WORTH Member Pricing
Proceeds from ticket sales will contribute directly to scholarships and the development of essential programming and resources that pave the way for the next generation of hospitality leaders.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available, please email yesshef@worthassociation.com for more details.
LOCATION
Fairmont Pacific Rim, V6C 0B9