Les Dames d'Escoffier International - Atlanta Chapter

04/10/2026

💙 We traded the digital grid for a meet up!

The LDEI Atlanta Communications Committee took things offline this week for a much-needed happy hour at Wild Heaven Beer in Toco Hills. It was so much fun to see our Dame friends in real life, rather than through the little square boxes of a Zoom screen.

A huge thank you to our wonderful host, Dame Sarah Young, for her hospitality. There’s truly no substitute for the energy of real-time connection, great beer, hugs, laughter, and conversations.

04/08/2026

❣️ April 15th Dish with Les Dames ❣️

This month host Dame Kriis Alyse Wilson will dish it up with Dame Paige Nathan.

Join us on Instagram Live - - Wednesday, April 15 @ 3:00 PM ET.

04/06/2026

💙 For a limited time, Les Dames D’Escoffier Atlanta is accepting new member applications (received by 5 PM May 16) from women in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Beverage, and Agriculture industries.

💙 Who Are You?
In a competitive work environment where excellence is built on talent, passion, and commitment you’ve earned the respect and admiration of your colleagues. You’re ready to put your leadership skills to work joining a community of women who are committed to giving back by raising funds that will support multi generations of women to make career dreams come true.

💙 Who Are LDEI Atlanta Dames?
Our members are from diverse cultural backgrounds and bring a range of professional experiences and interests from the culinary arts, hospitality, beverage, and agricultural industries. You’ll join chefs, restauranteurs, hospitality pros, farmers, food writers, photographers, editors, marketers, designers, content creators, and women in media who are as passionate as you to make a difference.

💙 To Apply For LDEI Membership
Applications are accepted u til 5pm EST 5/16/26.

New Member Application, Criteria, and Additional Details - http://forms.gle/NChAW2a5p9yyC6yv9

The Atlanta Dames are excited to welcome you into an organization of “kindred spirits.”

03/30/2026

💙 Women’s History Month Finale Post

And now for the final installment of our Women’s History Month series - we’re honored to celebrate the incredible women of our chapter who are making a powerful impact in media and creative fields across the industry.

Atlanta’s food and beverage scene is fueled not only by those who cook, grow, and pour—but also by the storytellers who capture and share the culture behind it.

From food writers, photographers, and editors to marketers, designers, and content creators, women in media and creative roles help shape how we experience Atlanta’s vibrant culinary and beverage community. Through storytelling, visual artistry, and thoughtful communication, they amplify the voices of chefs, farmers, makers, and hospitality leaders throughout our city.

While women are driving creativity and innovation across media and communications, they continue to advocate for visibility, representation, and leadership in these spaces. Here in Atlanta, women in media and creative roles are helping define how our food and beverage culture is documented, celebrated, and shared.

Tag a woman in media or creative work who inspires you. 📸✍️🎨

03/28/2026

💙 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN MARCH 15 – MAY 15

This annual program provides a minimum $1,000 award to aspiring women professionals pursuing careers in culinary arts, hospitality, beverage management, farming, agriculture, and related fields.

Graduating high school seniors may also be eligible for the Culinary Futures Scholarship, a need-based award ranging from $16,000 to $30,000, funded in partnership with the International Housewares Foundation.

🔗 Link for eligibility details and to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1BymZevtPNWsXizMO5q8wjgGeTu0qgJLpBmCmrpG9p-Q/edit?fbclid=PAdGRleAQzi95leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafpzsh6L85QHc3Tsu0NCXRlQxjUfsMFy8Ppo6juX8kfybnfYOLlyugBPVTCYQ_aem_izxbi_dglnWFed_AVrsg3g

Please share with your network and young women whose dream it is to be part of our industry. Thank you.

03/27/2026

💙 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN MARCH 15 – MAY 15

This annual program provides a minimum $1,000 award to aspiring women professionals pursuing careers in culinary arts, hospitality, beverage management, farming, agriculture, and related fields.

Graduating high school seniors may also be eligible for the Culinary Futures Scholarship, a need-based award ranging from $16,000 to $30,000, funded in partnership with the International Housewares Foundation.

🔗 Link for eligibility details and to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1BymZevtPNWsXizMO5q8wjgGeTu0qgJLpBmCmrpG9p-Q/edit?fbclid=PAdGRleAQzi95leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafpzsh6L85QHc3Tsu0NCXRlQxjUfsMFy8Ppo6juX8kfybnfYOLlyugBPVTCYQ_aem_izxbi_dglnWFed_AVrsg3g

Please share with your network and young women whose dream it is to be part of our industry. Thank you.

03/24/2026

💙 Celebrating Culture, Cuisine, and Legacy: Dinner & a Movie Event Honors Black and Women’s History Months

In a powerful celebration of heritage, resilience, and culinary excellence, Les Dames Escoffier International-Atlanta proudly presents “Dinner & a Movie: A Culinary Tribute to Black Women Trailblazers”, a unique event honoring both Black History Month and Women’s History Month.

This immersive evening will bring together community, culture, and cuisine through a thoughtfully curated experience featuring iconic dishes and recipes inspired by influential Black women who have made lasting contributions to the culinary world. Guests will enjoy a multi-course dining experience paired with a film screening that highlights stories of Black women’s achievements, struggles, and triumphs.

The menu pays homage to celebrated chefs, authors, and food pioneers whose work has shaped the way we cook, eat, and connect. Each dish tells a story—reflecting tradition, innovation, and the rich cultural heritage passed down through generations.
“This event is more than a meal—it’s a celebration of legacy,” said Cathy Conway, Owner of Avalon Catering, to honor the incredible impact Black women have had on food culture while creating a space for education, connection, and inspiration.”

Event Highlights Include:
• A curated dinner featuring recipes inspired by prominent Black women in the culinary arts
• A film screening centered on Black women’s stories and contributions
• Storytelling elements connecting each dish to its cultural and historical roots
• Community engagement and reflection on the intersection of food, history, and identity

This event is open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend and participate in this meaningful celebration of history, culture, and cuisine.

When:
Tuesday, April 21 @ 6:30pm

Where:
42 West
1088 Huff Road
Atlanta, GA 30318

🍿Ticket 🔗 - https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/april-program-dinner-and-a-movie-tues-april-21-42-west?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAQvshFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaeKn82kOtTaKOGIDK2aUkba_K_C6MUVoonuJ5xAsHIL0TOt9RzniTSPppuJRQ_aem_Ng1pk3poecHbDDOj7WEWOQ

🍿 Purchase today this is sure to be a sell out!

03/23/2026

The future of food is being grown right now, by women. 👩‍🌾

Great food doesn’t start in the kitchen. It starts in the soil. Across the country and right here in Georgia, women are leading farms, building agricultural businesses, and strengthening the food systems that nourish our communities.

According to the United States Department of Agriculture Census of Agriculture:
• 36% of U.S. agricultural producers are women
• More than 1.2 million women help make decisions on farms
• Women are involved in leadership on 58% of U.S. farms

In Georgia, agriculture remains the state’s largest industry, contributing more than $70 billion annually to the state’s economy.

As members of Les Dames d’Escoffier International Atlanta, we celebrate the women whose work begins in the field and nourishes every table, from farm to chef to community.

Tag a woman in agriculture that inspires you (and stay tuned for the next industry in our series: Women in Media & Creative) 🌾

03/19/2026

Dish With The Dames

Missed the Live?
Catch the rerun!

Guest: DameKeyatta Mincey
Host: Dame Kriis Alyse Wilson

03/19/2026

03/16/2026

Welcome to Part 2 of our Women’s History Month series 👯‍♀️ Today we’re spotlighting the remarkable women who are making a powerful impact across the beverage industry.

From brewers and winemakers to distillers, sommeliers, beverage directors, and educators, women across Atlanta are crafting exceptional drinks, building thoughtful programs, mentoring the next generation, and redefining leadership in the beverage world.

While women represent a growing and influential part of the beverage industry, they remain underrepresented in ownership and top leadership roles. Here in Atlanta, women in beverages are helping pave the way forward—bringing creativity, expertise, and collaboration that continue to shape the future of the industry.

Keep following along as we continue this series, next up: highlighting the Dames in Hospitality, Agriculture and Media & Creative whose leadership, creativity, and passion continue to shape our city’s vibrant food culture.

Tag a woman in the beverage industry who inspires you. 🍷🍺🥂

🍀 And talk about some lucky timing, you’ll have a chance to meet some ATL Dames in Beverages TONIGHT at our Mixology 101 Class at The Cook’s Warehouse, led by our very own Dame Keyatta Mincey 🍹Hit the link in bio to learn more + get your ticket today, space is very limited (seriously, we have like 1 spot left!)

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