March's Top 13
Influential Women in Food
This March to celebrate Women’s History Month we’re dedicating our Top 13 to women leaders in the food industry. As a woman-founded agency passionate about all things food, here are 13 women making an impact in the food industry.
Alice Waters, Owner, Chez Panisse & Founder, Edible Schoolyard Project. When Alice opened her restaurant in 1971 it sparked a national movement toward local, organic, sustainably sourced food. Now a committed activist, her Edible Schoolyard Project, has spawned food education programs in more than 5,000 schools.
IG: @chezpanisse / @edibleschoolyard
Christine Farren, Executive Director, Foodwise, has supported this organization for over 22 years as they operate world-class farmers markets and education programs to connect the Bay Area community with fresh, local food and sustainable family farms.
IG: @foodwiseTanya Holland, Founder, Brown Sugar Kitchen & Podcast Host, Tanya’s Kitchen. Tanya is acclaimed for her inventive take on modern soul food, as well as comfort classics. A contestant on Top Chef and a member of Les Dames Escoffier, she leads the conversation on inclusion and equity in the hospitality industry.
IG: @brownsugarkitchen
Sarah Weiner, Founder and Former Executive Director, Good Food Foundation & Good Food Awards. Sarah has spent 15 years promoting, celebrating and supporting craft food businesses. Currently on sabbatical, you can follow her world journey on Out of Office via Substack.
IG: @goodfoodfdnSonia Wong, Creator, Salt & Pepper Here. Sonia shares recipes inspired by her food cravings and family life. A dumpling expert, through her online course and recipes, she helps aspiring cooks master the art of dumpling making while making cooking for families enjoyable and stress-free.
IG: @saltnpepperhereMolly Baz, Chef & Author. Through her personal brands Ayoh! and Drink This Wine, along with her cookbooks, The Club community, and online presence, Molly has inspired home cooks to explore new flavors, have fun, and confidently experiment in the kitchen.
IG: @mollybaz
Elisabeth and Gina Galvin, co-Founders, Stellar Snacks. A mother-daughter duo on a mission to create the perfect pretzel snack. With Stellar, they believe their pretzels are little works of art and their creative packaging reflects that philosophy. By partnering with emerging artists, Stellar provides a platform for them to showcase their talents.
IG: @stellar_snacksJen Monroe, Founder, Bad Taste. Jen is reshaping the food industry through immersive, surreal dining experiences that challenge traditional perceptions of food aesthetics, consumption, and sustainability.
IG: @badtaste.biz
Julie Gordon White, Founder & CEO, MenoWell Bars, an Oprah Daily best menopause product. Author and business coach, Julie is changing how we view menopause.
IG: @mymenowellLinzi Gay, celebrating 18 years at Clif Family Winery, is now the President of this B Corp, doing amazing things for wine, food and the planet.
IG: @cliffamilyMariya Russell made history as the first Black woman in the U.S. to earn a Michelin star and is now forging a new path with Connie’s Underground Supper Club, dedicated to elevating and honoring "Black culinary heritage through innovative dining experiences.”
IG: @mariyamoore_russell
Nora LaTorre, CEO, Eat Real and health advocate. Nora and the amazing team at Eat Real are nourishing the future of American school kids by putting real food on the table.
IG: @eatrealcertifiedLaila Gohar uses food as her creative medium, transforming it into visual storytelling through high-profile collaborations with brands like Prada, Hermès, and Comme des Garçons. Laila also expanded her creative influence into product design with the launch of Gohar World, a collection of uniquely crafted tableware.
IG: @lailacooks
Laila Gohar
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This list is ⚡️! Digging in to some I don’t know…