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Leading the Charge: Top Chefs Shaping the Future of Women in the Kitchen

Leading the Charge: Top Chefs Shaping the Future of Women in the Kitchen

Brought to you by Les Dames d'Escoffier and curated by top chef Sally Abé, this exclusive International Women's Day event hosted at 58 and CO will be a night of insightful discussion, G&Ts and espresso martinis!

Sally Abé is one of London’s leading chefs, recognised for her work at The Pem and The Harwood Arms, as well as being a passionate advocate for women in hospitality. You may also recognise her from her appearances on Saturday Kitchen Live, James Martin’s Saturday Morning, and Great British Menu.

Sally will be leading the panel discussion alongside:

Sabrina Gidda – Chef, Author, Consultant
A self-taught chef and author of Modern South Asian Kitchen, known for her work with top restaurants and brands, and a former Great British Menu contestant.

Michelle Trusselle - Chef, Consultant & Head of Culinary Aramark UK & Global Offshore
Michelin-trained chef and MasterChef: The Professionals alumna, blending classical techniques with Caribbean flavours, now Head of Culinary at Aramark UK & Global Offshore.

April Lily PartridgeChef & Roux Scholar
Roux Scholar 2023 and award-winning chef, formerly at The Ledbury, now Development Chef at Opus Provisions, championing British produce.

The panel will be moderated by renowned food journalist and BBC Radio 4’s The Food Programme presenter, Sheila Dillon, whose work has shaped key conversations in food and farming.

All while enjoying G&Ts and Espresso Martinis brought to you by sponsors 58 and CO and Nespresso Professional, we're expecting an evening of lively conversation, exploring topics such as the persistent barriers for women in the hospitality industry, why the conversation remains more relevant than ever, the path to meaningful change, shifts in the media landscape, and the panellists’ personal journeys. The session will conclude with an audience Q&A and networking.

Tickets are £20pp and include entry to the event and drinks provided by our sponsors OpenTable, 58 and CO, and Nespresso Professional. 

  • Tuesday 4th March 2025
  • Doors open 6 - 9pm for drinks & networking, Panel discussion 7 - 8 pm
  • 58 and CO, 329 Acton Mews, E8 4EF

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