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Meet & Greet: Join DC Dames at a gathering to introduce ourselves to women in hospitality in the Delmarva region, where our chapter is expanding. The event will include wine, a quick bite and friendly conversation at Ellen Kassoff’s Delaware restaurant. 4 p.m. December 29, Federal Fritter & Bistro, 62A Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach. RSVP to Ellen at ellen@federalfritter.com. Following the Meet & Greet, the restaurant will host A Historic Dinner and Uncle Nearest bourbon tasting that is open to Dames and the general public. The multiple award-winning Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, whose leadership team is stacked with women, was founded as a tribute to Nearest Green, the first African-American distiller. The four-course dinner, prepared by Ellen’s husband Chef Todd Gray, plus the tasting is $49 (excluding gratuity). More information and invitation to come.
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Reel Tasty: “Tazzeka,” available on Amazon and Kanopy.
Growing up in the Moroccan village of Tazzeka, Elias learned the secrets of traditional Moroccan cuisine from his grandmother who raised him. Years later, meeting a top Paris chef and a young woman named Salma inspires him to leave home. In Paris, Elias faces unstable work and financial hardship as an undocumented immigrant. But he also finds friendship with Souleymane, who helps revive his passion for cooking. (Description from Just Watch and other listings.) Discussion moderated by Angela Chester-Johnson. Monday, December 6, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88138102993 Dames Who Read: “A History of the World in 6 Glasses,” by Tom Standage. Beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and Coca-Cola: In this innovative account of world history, these six beverages turn out to be much more than just ways to quench thirst. Representing six eras that span the course of civilization—from the adoption of agriculture, to the birth of cities, to the advent of globalization--each drink is in fact a kind of technology, advancing culture and catalyzing the interplay of different societies, Standage argues. After reading this enlightening book, you may never look at your favorite drink the same way again. Discussion moderated by Sheryl Hoehner. Monday, December 13, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89717049941 Dear Sister Dames,
On behalf of the Board of Directors, I invite you to join us for our 2021 Autumn General Membership Meeting. Considering everything we've had to deal with both personally and as a chapter, the board and committees accomplishments during the 2020-21 fiscal year are very impressive and we are proud to share these successes with you. So, please mark your calendars for what will be an exciting and informative meeting. Please click here to register for the meeting on Zoom. As soon as you register, you will receive an email from Zoom with the meeting details and link. During the meeting, we will report on the state of the chapter, the status of the chapter bylaws and DEI review process, and highlights from the most recent national conference. Committee chairs will share updates on what they are working on now and also highlight the year ahead. I look forward to seeing you on Zoom. Should you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me at president@lesdamesdc.org Stacey Adams President Les Dames d'Escoffier DC Chapter PLEASE NOTE: Attendance, in person or virtually, at one general membership meeting per year is a requirement of membership. If you cannot attend this meeting, you may ask an attending Dame to serve as your proxy, a proxy does not constitute meeting attendance. You will find your proxy form here. Please email the completed proxy form to Robin Kurtzman (kurtzman4@comcast.net) BEFORE the meeting. Instructions to complete the proxy are on the form. Join us as we meet to discuss a food-focused book. We meet approximately every six weeks when a Dame selects the book and leads the discussion. All Dames are welcome. The host chooses a nonfiction or fiction book (not a recipe book), preferably one that is available in the library or can be purchased at a low price, that lends itself to a thoughtful discussion. Eileen maintains a list of suitable books and recommendations to aid the host in her selection. If you are interested in hosting or have any questions about Dames Who Read, contact Eileen Dykes at eileendykes@gmail.com
BOOK SELECTION: Edible Stories: A Novel in Sixteen Parts by Mark Kurlansky DATE: Monday, November 1, 2021 TIME: 7:00 -8:30 p.m. HOST: Susan Callahan ZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85780291600 In these linked stories, Mark Kurlansky reveals the bond that can hold people together, tear them apart, or make them become vegan: food. Through muffins or hot dogs, an indigenous Alaskan fish soup, a bean curd Thanksgiving turkey or potentially toxic crème brulee, a rotating cast of characters learns how to honor the past, how to realize you're not in love with someone any more, and how to forgive. These women and men meet and eat and love, leave and drink and in the end, come together in Seattle as they are as inextricably linked with each other as they are with the food they eat and the wine they drink. Kurlansky brings a keen eye and unerring sense of humanity to these stories. And throughout, his love and knowledge of food shows just how important a role what we eat plays in our lives. BOOK SELECTION: A History of the World in 6 Glasses by Tom Standage DATE: Monday, December 13, 2021 TIME: 7:00-8:30 p.m. HOST: Sheryl Hoehner ZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89717049941 Beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and Coca-Cola: In Tom Standage’s deft, innovative account of world history, these six beverages turn out to be much more than just ways to quench thirst. They also represent six eras that span the course of civilization—from the adoption of agriculture, to the birth of cities, to the advent of globalization. A History of the World in 6 Glasses tells the story of humanity from the Stone Age to the twenty-first century through each epoch’s signature refreshment. As Standage persuasively argues, each drink is in fact a kind of technology, advancing culture and catalyzing the intricate interplay of different societies. After reading this enlightening book, you may never look at your favorite drink in quite the same way again. DC Dames - Join us to discuss “Sweet Bean,” a film about the manager of a pancake stall who finds himself confronted with an odd but sympathetic elderly woman looking for work. A taste of her homemade red bean paste convinces him to hire her, which starts a relationship that is about much more than just street food. Discussion moderated by Gail Forman. Monday, October 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81639649735  Open to the Public
The State of Restaurants: a don’t-miss Zoom panel moderated by new member Charissa Benjamin, founder of Savor PR. Member panelists will include Kathy Hollinger, president and CEO of the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington and Micheline Mendelsohn, deputy chief executive officer of The Sunnyside Restaurant Group. All have been on the front lines of holding the restaurant industry together during the pandemic and will discuss what’s ahead for our region. Thursday, September 30, 7 p.m. More details to follow. Sunday Afternoon at a Veteran’s Farm: Dames, their families and friends are invited to spend an afternoon at Fields 4 Valor, a small farm in Brandywine, Maryland, run by veteran and trained chef/butcher/cheesemaker Peter Scott, a graduate of a program associated with Rebecca Clerget, Dog Tag Bakery, and Georgetown University. Established as a not-for-profit CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) farm, it provides 30 financially stressed veterans and their families with fresh food every week. Come help build box frames for bees, rake leaves, prepare the vegetable patch for spring, catch pests, spread fertilizer and more. Sunday, October 10, 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. More details to follow. Sponsored by Green Tables Committee. Dames Only Outdoor brunch at Gunther & Co: Join us in the lovely private courtyard of Nancy Hart Trice’s Baltimore restaurant, Gunther & Co. at 3650 Toone Street. Cost is $39, which includes a menu of modern American, locally sourced brunch fare, mimosas and a specialty drink, courtesy of Nancy. We’d love to see you there! Sunday, September 12 at 11:30 a.m. For more information, contact Jill Collins at jill@jillcollinspr.com, or buy tickets here. Dames Who Read: “The Mistress of Spices” by Chitra Divakruni. This bestselling novel follows the adventures of Tilo, a mysterious figure who runs a grocery store in Oakland and uses her knowledge of spices to help her customers overcome difficulties. Discussion moderated by Susan Barocas. Monday, September 13, 7-8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81120056889 Member Forum: Join us to discuss the importance of sensible governance and best practices, as well as the ongoing process of revising our chapter’s bylaws. For links to more information, see What’s on Board (below). Friday, September 24, noon. Zoom link to come. Reel Tasty: “Sweet Bean,” a film about the manager of a pancake stall who finds himself confronted with an odd but sympathetic elderly woman looking for work. A taste of her homemade red bean paste convinces him to hire her, which starts a relationship that is about much more than just street food. Discussion moderated by Gail Forman. Monday, October 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81639649735 We are Brunching in Baltimore! NEW DATE Please join Les Dames DC for an Outdoor Gathering - Sunday, September 12 Click here to RSVP and buy your ticket! We are winding down the summer with a Dames-only brunch. We’ve missed you and cannot wait to reconnect. We will enjoy the lovely private outdoor courtyard of Dame Nancy Hart Trice’s acclaimed Gunther & Co, cited as one of the Baltimore Sun’s “Best 50 Restaurants” (#14!) There will be a menu created for us offering a selection from Gunther’s modern-American, locally-sourced brunch fare Sunday, September 12 at 11:30 am Cost: $39 (includes tax and gratuity) Welcome Mimosas and a specialty drink compliments of Nancy Hart Trice. Cocktails available for individual purchase Gunther & Co. 3650 Toone Street Brewers Hill Baltimore, MD www.eatatgunther.com *Free Parking* This event will comply with the city of Baltimore's indoor mask mandate and masks are required if you are inside Gunther & Co. Masks will not be required outside. Questions? Email Jill Collins, Second Vice President, Education and Community Outreach Programs at Jill@jillcollinspr.com  REEL TASTY: DAMES DISCUSS FOOD IN FILM
Join us as we meet every six weeks to discuss a food-focused movie. Our host makes the selection, usually a fiction feature film that is available to stream, and leads the discussion. All Dames are welcome. Gail maintains a list of suitable films to aid the host in her selection. If you are interested in hosting or have any questions about Reel Tasty, contact Gail Forman at gailforman@comcast.net. FILM SELECTION: Julie and Julia--Available on Amazon, Vudu, iTunes, Google Play, Redbox, YouTube, direcTV In honor of Julia Child's birthday on August 15th, please join us to discuss Julie and Julia, which alternates between Julia's time in Paris where she learned to cook and co-wrote Mastering the Art of French Cooking with Julie Powell's experience cooking every recipe from Julia's cookbook and sharing that in blog posts. If you've ever written, edited, or photographed for a cookbook, taught cooking classes on or off camera, written a food blog, or just love food, France, and movies, come join in the conversation! DATE: Monday, August 9 TIME: 7 p.m. HOST: Laurie Bell (An added bonus: Laurie went to Le Cordon Bleu, where Julia went, and Mme. Brassart was still the owner, so she has some fun stories she can pass along.) ZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88412474037 DAMES WHO READ
Join us as we meet to discuss a food-focused book. We meet approximately every six weeks when a Dame selects the book and leads the discussion. All Dames are welcome. The host chooses a nonfiction or fiction book (not a recipe book), preferably one that is available in the library or can be purchased at a low price, that lends itself to a thoughtful discussion. Eileen maintains a list of suitable books and recommendations to aid the host in her selection. If you are interested in hosting or have any questions about Dames Who Read, contact Eileen Dykes at eileendykes@gmail.com BOOK SELECTION: All Stirred Up: Suffrage Cookbooks, Food, and the Battle for Women's Right to Vote by DC Dame Laura Kumin. As a bonus, Laura will be joining us to discuss her book. DATE: Monday, July 26 TIME: 7-8:30 p.m. HOST: Eileen Dykes ZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85796240482 All Stirred Up: Suffrage Cookbooks, Food,and the Battle for Women's Right to Vote by our own DC Dame Laura Kumin, was written in honor of the centenary of the 19th amendment. This delectable book reveals a new side of the history of the suffrage movement when women enfranchised themselves through the subversive and savvy power of the palate. BOOK SELECTION: The Mistress of Spices by Chitra Divakruni. DATE: Monday, September 13 TIME: 7-8:30 p.m. HOST: Susan Barocas ZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81120056889 WHEN: Monday, June 14
TIME: 6 p.m. ZOOM LINK: Coming soon We will be reporting on the state of the chapter, discussing proposed membership updates from LDEI, and voting on By-Law updates. We are also very excited to be inducting our newest members into the chapter, presenting the new board, awarding several grants, and awarding scholarships. A lot will be packed into this Zoom meeting and your support and attendance is strongly encouraged. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact Stacey Adams at president@lesdamesdc.org |
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