Mex shares her fascinating career trajectory, which includes her early days at Yahoo blogging about London, and playing a pivotal role at Great British Chefs. Hear about the innovative ‘Nom Nom Nom’ competition and how it inspired a generation of food bloggers to swap their pens for pans.

The heart of the episode dives into the inception and evolution of Women in the Food Industry. Mex opens up about her friendship with chef Asma Khan and their mutual passion for uplifting women in the culinary space.

Together, they challenge the industry’s status quo, creating a platform that highlights not just chefs but women in all roles – food writers, nutritionists, farmers and beyond.

Phil and Mex also tackle the pressing issue of gender inequality in the culinary field, discussing eye-opening statistics and what it truly takes to foster an inclusive environment. From empathic leadership to cultural shifts, discover actionable steps that can drive meaningful change in your workspace.

Women in the Food Industry recently announced they will be hosting three events to celebrate International Women’s Day. Find out more here.

Chefs on the Pass is sponsored by Ramsden Recruitment, a specialist chef recruitment agency, providing bespoke recruitment services to the catering industry. The podcast Chefs on the Pass is available on your podcast app of choice.