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Women of Achievement
“Les Dames d’Escoffier is a leadership culinary organization composed of women who have not only achieved success in their profession, but who contribute significantly to their communities. Since its incorporation over 30 years ago, Les Dames d’Escoffier has followed its mission to elevate the profession through mentoring members and helping worthy students succeed in their culinary careers. I am very proud to be a member.”- Julia Child (1912-2004) |
We've got lots of activities and events in the works for 2019!
We hope you will join us.
Please check back here again as we will update frequently.
We hope you will join us.
Please check back here again as we will update frequently.
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DC Pitch Fest
Calling all women changemakers, authors, culinarians, innovators and entrepreneurs. Do you have a new idea or business related to food? Pitch your idea and gain feedback from seasoned experts in the food sector. The DC Pitch Fest is sponsored by Les Dames d'Escoffier, DC Chapter. The winner of Pitch Fest will receive three hours of consulting from entrepreneurs Jill Collins, Aviva Goldfarb, and Stacey Adams (one hour from each) plus a $100 gift certificate to the Michelin-starred DC restaurant Bresca. Enjoy brunch, network with dynamic women in the food industry, and gain valuable feedback and access to resources to help you succeed and grow. Pitch an idea or attend as an observer. All participants will have an opportunity to build lasting connections and benefit from the give-and-take. DC Dame Aviva Goldfarb will serve as moderator. Panelists includes DC Dames: Susan Callahan chef/lecturer, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Stacey Adams, owner, Tastings Gourmet Market, Annapolis; Jill Collins, owner, Jill Collins Public Relations Group Saturday, March 9, 2019 Noon - 3 p.m. Mission Navy Yard, 1221 Van Street SE, DC Click here for the program. Click here to purchase your tickets on Eventbrite! |
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Watch this video below from our Spring General Membership Meeting at Ris created by our new Dame Tambra Stevenson!
Watch Our Forum On Sexual Harrassment In The Restaurant Industry
Thanks to Hill Center DC for hosting the Les Dames-WCR, November 15, 2017 forum on sexual harassment in the restaurant industry, and to Nycci Nellis for moderating the panel. Watch video of the discussion by clicking here.
For more than 35 years, the women of Les Dames d’Escoffier have nurtured the careers of women seeking to enter the culinary, hospitality, and related communications disciplines – or assist those already in these fields who wish to continue their professional training and education.
By supporting LDEI Washington DC, you are contributing to a scholarship fund that helps the next generation of young women realize their career aspirations.
By supporting LDEI Washington DC, you are contributing to a scholarship fund that helps the next generation of young women realize their career aspirations.
Note: Les Dames d’Escoffier - Washington, DC Chapter is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3), commonly known as a charitable organization. It is not organized or funded to benefit any private interest or individual.