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Spring 2023 | Edible Cleveland, "Legacy of Les Dames"

Feb. 2020 | Currents, "Les Dames d'Escoffier women thrive in the culinary industry"

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Events

2026 Business Meetings

1. Monday, June 29, 2026 | 6:30pm Chapter Meeting at Patron Saint
   We will be on our own for dinner, but you must reserve your seat here.
   
   
2. September (TBD) 2026 | Annual Meeting @ Kari’s house
3. Monday, November 2, 2026 | 6:00-7:00pm on ZOOM

Sante Supper Club June Dinner Series

Our Chapter has been chosen as the nonprofit beneficiary of this dinner series!

These dinners are run by two inspiring women in Cleveland’s culinary scene - Molly Cheraso (Verbena Free Spirited) and Emily Tanski (current LDEI applicant). The Supper Club is a successful dinner event series that aims to connect local talent and changemakers with influential Clevelanders while raising funds for deserving organizations.

LDEI Pitch Competition at The NUFM Garlic Festival

Saturday, August 29, 2026

Now Accepting Applications! Get Details Here!

About LDEI: We are a philanthropic organization of women leaders in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries. Our membership is highly diversified (with 2,400 members in 44 chapters across the USA, Canada, UK, Mexico, France, and Italy) and reflects the fields of contemporary gastronomy and hospitality. We support our communities through grants, scholarships, and mentorship. Prospective members must have at least five years of relevant industry experience to apply to become a Dame.

We welcome donations in any amount! THANK YOU!