Photo By: Nat Visualz This is one of my favorite times of year. The leaves are changing, and there’s finally a little space to reflect before the end-of-year rush kicks in. Thanksgiving cooking also becomes my favorite sport, as I prepare for a week of marathon cooking. (Navigating the aisles of Berkeley Bowl on Sunday was no joke!)    I’m genuinely thankful for this community we’ve built together and how we continue to show up for one another—not just as industry peers, but

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2025: Welcoming New Members and New Opportunities

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