Chef Steph Baryluk, a proud Teetl’it Gwich’in from Teetl’it Zheh (Fort McPherson) in Treaty 11 Territory, draws deep inspiration from her Arctic upbringing, where hunting, fishing, and land stewardship shaped her connection to food and culture.
With over 10 years of experience as a Red Seal Chef, Steph is passionate about preserving and sharing Indigenous culinary traditions through her creations and educational initiatives. Named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women in 2024, Chef Steph is a leader in advancing Indigenous food systems. As a member of the Greenworks Collective, she combines her culinary expertise with advocacy, inspiring future generations and promoting sustainability and cultural heritage on a global stage.
