In the past 10 years, the number of female-owned restaurants has increased by 40 percent. Women are challenging stereotypes in kitchens, on vineyards, and in the pages of cookbooks in ways we’ve never imagined, and these 10 women are no exception. They’re chefs and bakers, bloggers and bestselling authors, but most importantly they’re filling us up with inspiration and a wealth of knowledge. These food femmes are breaking the mold and hungry for more—read their stories below.