Tawnya Bahr is one of Australia’s leading food industry voices, a chef, food consultant, keynote speaker and co-founder and host of the acclaimed Straight To The Source podcast.
With more than 25 years of experience spanning commercial kitchens, food distribution, chef training, menu development, food strategy and supply chains, Tawnya brings a rare whole-of-industry perspective to her work.
An experienced culinary judge, advisor and mentor for women in hospitality, Tawnya is passionate about connecting chefs, producers, businesses and big ideas across the food sector.
As an MC and panel facilitator, Tawnya combines a deep knowledge of the food industry with a progressive, warm, and highly adaptable style. She is known for creating engaging, thought-provoking conversations, drawing out meaningful insights from speakers, and leaving audiences informed, energised and ready to act.



















