"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 25 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, 2001

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Our Mission

Les Dames d’Escoffier International is a philanthropic organization of women leaders in the fields of food, fine beverage, and hospitality. The by-invitation membership, composed of over 2,400 members in 42 chapters in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Mexico, is highly diversified and reflects the multifaceted fields of contemporary gastronomy and hospitality.

Our Vision

LDEI is an international organization of women leaders who create a supportive culture in their communities to achieve excellence in the food, fine beverage, and hospitality fields.

To make this vision a reality, LDEI members:

- Provide leadership, educational opportunities, and philanthropic events for the community at large
- Share knowledge
- Support members



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Les Dames d'Escoffier International

Deborah Mintcheff

Kendra Thatcher

Michelle Gomez

Leigh Sloss-Corra

Diane Wheeler

Bonnie Henry

Les Dames d'Escoffier International

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