{"id":22683,"date":"2024-03-20T08:05:14","date_gmt":"2024-03-20T12:05:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/?p=22683"},"modified":"2024-03-25T13:36:17","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T17:36:17","slug":"6-visionary-women-leading-the-way-in-foodservice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/20\/6-visionary-women-leading-the-way-in-foodservice\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Visionary Women Leading the Way in Foodservice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For Women&#8217;s History Month, we&#8217;re showcasing six modern stars of foodservice and their extraordinary contributions. From technological innovators to CEOs, these diverse leaders come from various backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Alice Achayo<br>Founder of The Wine Linguist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"603\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Alice.jpg\" alt=\"Alice Achayo is a dynamic entrepreneur with a diverse background and a passion for bridging connections through the world of food and wine.\" class=\"wp-image-22727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Alice.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Alice-300x251.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Alice Achayo is a Boston-based consultant with a passion for bridging connections through the world of food and wine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Alice Achayo is a passionate advocate, making the world of wine more inclusive and welcoming. Disenchanted by the Eurocentric nature of traditional wine culture, she founded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewinelinguist.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Wine Linguist<\/a> in 2022. Through this platform, Alice works to reshape the language used to describe wine, making it more accessible to a wider audience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Her approach emphasizes the connection between wine and global cuisine, using familiar food references to bridge the gap between technical terms and personal experience. She also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewinelinguist.com\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">curates wine tastings that spotlight the stories of the winemakers and farmers behind the bottle<\/a>, teaches classes and workshops, and acts as a consultant for the foodservice industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The wine world was quick to take notice of Alice&#8217;s influence and featured her work on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wineenthusiast.com\/future-40\/2023-tastemakers\/alice-achayo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wine Enthusiast&#8217;s Future 40 Tastemakers 2023<\/a>. We are excited to follow her story as she continues to solidify her position as a key figure in shaping a more inclusive, eco-friendly, mindful, and engaging wine culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewinelinguist.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Wine Linguist<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thewinelinguist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alice-achayo-8b6b5719\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Mary Aregoni<br>CEO &amp; Founder of Saigon Sisters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"554\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Saigon-Sisters.jpg\" alt=\"Mama Suu, Mary Nguyen Aregoni, and Theresa Nguyen, taking the fast casual industry by storm.\" class=\"wp-image-22717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Saigon-Sisters.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Saigon-Sisters-300x231.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mama Suu, Mary Nguyen Aregoni, and Theresa Nguyen, taking the fast casual segment by storm.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mary Nguyen Aregoni is the Chicago-based Founder and CEO of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saigonsisters.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saigon Sisters<\/a>. Mary and her family fled to Laos from Vietnam when she was just a baby, to escape the dangers of war. After moving to the states, Mary joined forces with her sister and mother in 2009 to create <a href=\"https:\/\/foodondemand.com\/12072023\/outstanding-operator-saigon-sisters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saigon Sisters, a fast casual enterprise that celebrates their Vietnamese heritage<\/a> by sharing their love of Vietnamese cuisine with the world. Saigon Sisters offers a modern take on Vietnamese cuisine, incorporating Southeast Asian influences for wholesome, fast-casual dining. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mary&#8217;s dedication extends beyond Saigon Sisters. She is a proud leader in several distinguished women&#8217;s groups within the foodservice and hospitality industry, including the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamesbeard.org\/leadership\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">James Beard Women&#8217;s Leadership Program<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/letstalkwomxn.com\/#:~:text=Let's%20Talk%20Womxn%20is%20founded,Vermilion%20restaurateur%20in%20Chicago.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Let&#8217;s Talk Womxn<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/ldei.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Les Dames d&#8217;Escoffier<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saigonsisters.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saigon Sisters<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/saigonsisters\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/mary-aregoni-6431b24\/\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Beejhy Barhany<br>Owner &amp; Executive Chef, Tsion Caf\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Beejhy-scaled-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22718\" style=\"width:785px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Beejhy-scaled-1.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Beejhy-scaled-1-300x250.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chef Beejhy is an Ethiopian-born and Israeli-raised chef and activist who has called Harlem home for the past 20 years.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Beejhy Barhany is an entrepreneur, activist, and as of 2014, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsioncafe.com\/\">Owner and Chef of Tsion Caf\u00e9 <\/a>in Sugar Hill, Harlem. Born in Ethiopia and raised in Israel, Beejhy stands as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackfoodie.co\/5-reasons-why-you-should-eat-ethiopian-food\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a proud Ethiopian<\/a>, a proud Jew, and a proud Black woman. Tsion Caf\u00e9 is an eclectic vegan, kosher Ethiopian restaurant with a mission to nourish the body and soul, not just through food but also through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsioncafe.com\/events\">art, poetry, <\/a>and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsioncafe.com\/events\"> music<\/a>. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Amongst her many accomplishments, Beejhy is also founder of the <a href=\"http:\/\/binacf.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beta Israel of North America Cultural Foundation<\/a> (BINA), a non-profit that showcases the culture of Ethiopian Jews and all Jews of Color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsioncafe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tsion Cafe<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tsioncafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/beejhy-barhany-5027325\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Kayla Casta\u00f1eda <br>CEO &amp; Co-Founder of Agua Bonita<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"809\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Kayla-Castaneda-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Kayla's aguas frescas come in bold and fun flavors like agua de jamaica and pineapple, mango habanero, and watermelon chile.\" class=\"wp-image-22736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Kayla-Castaneda-2-1.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Kayla-Castaneda-2-1-267x300.jpg 267w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kayla&#8217;s aguas frescas come in must-try flavors like mango habanero, hibiscus, and watermelon chile.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kayla Casta\u00f1eda is the CEO and Co-Founder of Agua Bonita, which supplies bold, fun aguas frescas for all to enjoy. Kayla\u2019s thoughtful approach prioritizes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/15\/integrating-ugly-produce-for-a-greener-grocery-aisle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">upcycling healthy and delicious \u201cugly\u201d produce<\/a> that would otherwise be sent straight into landfills. These non-carbonated aguas frescas are distributed in aluminum cans, for their infinite recyclability. Agua Bonita\u2019s aguas frescas also contain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartierwomensinitiative.com\/fellow\/kayla-castaneda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">80% less sugar<\/a> than the traditional kind because she uses real fruit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To honor her Mexican heritage and support a vulnerable population, a percentage of every purchase of her mindful and flavorful product is donated to <a href=\"https:\/\/justice4women.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nonprofits that help migrant farm workers<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drinkaguabonita.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agua Bonita<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/drinkaguabonita\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/kaylacastaneda10\/\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Sherry Pocknett<br>Executive Chef &amp; Owner of Sly Fox Den Too<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"724\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sherry-1.jpg\" alt=\"Sherry Pocknett, superstar.\" class=\"wp-image-22735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sherry-1.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sherry-1-298x300.jpg 298w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sherry-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sherry was chosen by USA Today as one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usatoday.com\/women-of-the-year-2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2024 Women of the Year<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sherry Pocknett made culinary history as <a href=\"https:\/\/mashpeewampanoagtribe-nsn.gov\/sherry-james-beard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the first indigenous woman to win a James Beard award<\/a>. As a member of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, she has carved a unique path in the culinary world. Throughout her life, Sherry has been actively involved in the Wampanoag community, and her culinary skills have graced numerous tribal gatherings, including the annual powwow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As of 2021, Sherry is Executive Chef and Owner of <a href=\"https:\/\/slyfoxdenrestaurant.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sly Fox Den Too<\/a>, named after her late father, <a href=\"https:\/\/mashpeewampanoagtribe-nsn.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mashpee Wampanoag<\/a> Chief Sly Fox, Vernon Pocknett. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/travel\/article\/20231114-native-american-slump-puffy-dumplings-in-simmered-fruit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sherry\u2019s focus on indigenous foods<\/a> showcases flavor as well as cultural preservation. She sources local ingredients and uses traditional methods like cooking in ash pits, all while sharing the rich history of Wampanoag cuisine with her guests. In 2023, she won the prestigious <strong>James Beard award for Best Chef: Northeast<\/strong>, helping to bridge the gap between native cuisine and the culinary world at large. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/slyfoxdenrestaurant.com\/slyfoxden-too\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sly Fox Den<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chefsherrypocknett\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/sherry-pocknett-80b9493a\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Racheli Vizman<br>Cofounder &amp; CEO of&nbsp;SavorEat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"748\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/rv-1.jpg\" alt=\"Racheli's startup is now pioneer in the global FoodTech Revolution.\" class=\"wp-image-22734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/rv-1.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/rv-1-289x300.jpg 289w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Racheli is a pioneer in the global FoodTech revolution.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that <a href=\"https:\/\/thetastyk.com\/vegan-guide-tel-aviv\/\">Tel Aviv, Israel\u00a0is regarded as the vegan capital of the world<\/a>? Racheli Vizman does. Her company, <a href=\"https:\/\/savoreat.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SavorEat<\/a> offers perfect, plant-based products created and cooked by a robot chef with customizable 3D printing technology,\u00a0according to your exact preference, and all at the touch of a button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Racheli brought together <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20230911837348\/en\/SavorEat-Debuts-First-Plant-Based-Robot-Chef-in-the-U.S.-through-Sodexo-Partnership\">a world-class team of specialists<\/a> in Food Science, Plant Molecular Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, and Business that all share a passion for creating customizable, delicious, and nutritious meat alternatives. Of particular note, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodnavigator.com\/Article\/2020\/12\/07\/SavorEat-First-food-tech-IPO-announced-on-Tel-Aviv-Stock-Exchange\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SavorEat was the first-ever Israeli FoodTech company to IPO<\/a>, thanks to Racheli\u2019s vision and executive leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/savoreat.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SavorEat<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/savoreat_plantbased\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/racheli-vizman-38b12584\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foodservice Industry Champions <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As these women demonstrate, the future of foodservice is bright and brimming with innovative ideas. With their passion, dedication, and unwavering talent, they are not only redefining the industry but also inspiring a new generation of women to take the helm. Who would you add to this list? Let us know in the comment section! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/2023\/03\/17\/womens-history-tea-rooms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Next Up: How 20th-Century Tea Rooms Gave Women a Seat at the Table<\/a><\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For Women&#8217;s History Month, we&#8217;re showcasing six modern stars of foodservice and their extraordinary contributions. From technological innovators to CEOs, these diverse leaders come from various backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to the table. Alice AchayoFounder of The Wine Linguist Alice Achayo is a passionate advocate, making the world of wine more inclusive and welcoming. 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