Forbes November 6, 2023
Welcome to Indigenous Brilliance Unleashed, a Q&A series dedicated to Indigenous visibility, wellness and empowerment.
In this exclusive conversation, Lakota Chef Sean Sherman, often known as The Sioux Chef, takes us on a journey through his mission to reclaim Indigenous foodways in North America. Most recently, Chef Sherman was honored with the prestigious Julia Child Award for his pioneering role as the Founder of Owamni, Minnesota’s inaugural full-service Indigenous restaurant, and and as the visionary behind the groundbreaking non-profit organization, North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (NATIFS). NATIFS is on a mission to enhance access to healthy Indigenous foods.
Born on the Pine Ridge Lakota Reservation, Chef Sherman’s dedication to safeguarding and celebrating the culinary legacy of his ancestors has...