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Celebrating Pride Month: LGBTQ+ Chefs on Diversity in the Industry
As we celebrate #PrideMonth, we want to amplify the LGBTQ+ voices of our industry. While we still have a long way to go, these individuals are making space for a more diverse, inclusive industry.
Here’s what they had to say about representation and what it means to be a member of the LGBQT+ community while working in food:
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