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Celebrating Women Chefs Reshaping LA's Culinary Scene

2/27/2026

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As Women's History Month approaches, Los Angeles highlights women chefs and restaurateurs breaking into a male-dominated industry.
Rashida Holmes (chef) leads Bridgetown Roti, and Sara Kramer (chef) and Sarah Hymanson (chef) run Kismet Rotisserie.
For formal dining, Violet Bistro and Dana Slatkin (restaurateur)’s British-inspired restaurant are highlighted.
N/Naka is led by Niki Nakayama (chef), and Stephanie Izard (chef)’s Girl & The Goat is featured with Xuntos and Saltie Girl.

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Story summary

As Women's History Month approaches, Los Angeles highlights women chefs and restaurateurs breaking into a male-dominated industry.
Rashida Holmes (chef) leads Bridgetown Roti, and Sara Kramer (chef) and Sarah Hymanson (chef) run Kismet Rotisserie.
For formal dining, Violet Bistro and Dana Slatkin (restaurateur)’s British-inspired restaurant are highlighted.
N/Naka is led by Niki Nakayama (chef), and Stephanie Izard (chef)’s Girl & The Goat is featured with Xuntos and Saltie Girl.