Rooted: Women in Food

About the event

A market take-over featuring female artisans, chef demos, book signings, conversation and more.

Join us for Rooted: Women in Food presented by Baptist Health Women’s Medical Center at The Market at Pepper Place, part of the Market’s month-long tribute to Women in Food.

This year, Legacy in Motion explores the lineage of Southern cooking – celebrating Southern women chefs, their culinary influences and the traditions they carry forward. The morning will feature four contemporary chefs honoring the women who inspired them, each through a live cooking demo and panel discussion – Carrying Legacy Forward – a conversation on influence, tradition, and sharing, with Q&A woven throughout. Surrounded by female farmers, artisans, and makers, the event cultivates conversation, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the role women play in our food system.

Ticketed guests can continue the experience at a Rooted Meet & Greet presented by Atlanta Dairies – featuring brunch cocktails by local female mixologists, bites from Hot and Hot Fish Club, and time to connect with the chefs.

Ticketed portion Includes all food and beverage (21+)  tastings. Event is rain or shine. No refunds or exchanges. No pets allowed.

7:00 AM- 8:00 AM Rooted Music: Rachael Roberts

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Rooted Demo #1: Sandra Gutierrez
Moderated by Billie Jo Waara

8:45 AM - 9:15 AM Rooted Demo #2: Megan Pinckney Rutherford
Moderated by Billie Jo Waara

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM Rooted Panel Discussion - Carrying Legacy Forward hosted by Cheryl Slocum

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Rooted Demo #3: Cynthia Graubart
Moderated by Amanda Stanfield

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM Rooted Demo #4 : Erika Council
Moderated by Amanda Stanfield