Celebrate the Visionaries Leading the Industry

Presenting the Top 30 Women in Food 2026

The 2026 list is here! The Top 30 Women in Food list spotlights the innovators, and changemakers redefining the restaurant industry. Let's come together to celebrate the women who are leading the charge as chefs, founders, operators, and executives.

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Final List in Here!

Read about the stories of women who are driving change in food and hospitality. Learn more about the Top 30 Women in Food of 2026, nominated and voted by you!

Celebrate Industry Excellence

This is more than a list—it’s a movement to elevate the stories of women who are driving change in food and hospitality. Be part of the celebration and help us honor their impact.

Meet Our Top 30 from Past Years

2025 List

Cathy Chavenet, Shayla Simmons, Tabassum Zalotrawala and more.

2024 List

Carin Stutz, Cherryh Cansler, Jennifer Saunders-Haynes and more.

2023 List

Sydney Web, Kristen Barnett, Becky Coulter, and more.

2022 List

Trinity Mouzon, Marguerite Zabar Mariscal, Pinky Cole and more.

2021 List

Rita Patel, Kat Cole, Christina Tosi, and more.

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