Les Dames d'Escoffier ChicagoWe are thrilled to welcome five stellar new Dames to the Chicago chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier! These new members were introduced at the Annual Dinner and Business Meeting on Monday, June 11. We look forward to getting to know…
About
Les Dames d’Escoffier International is a worldwide society dedicated to fostering the advancement of women in culinary professions through educational and charitable activities.
Members
Les Dames d’Escoffier Chicago’s member base includes leading women in the culinary, foodservice and beverage industries.
Events
A variety of events are offered by Les Dames d’Escoffier Chicago during the year, with some events open to the public.
Chicago Chapter News
Dames Enjoy 18th Summer Picnic at Ravinia
Dame Karen Levin organized a delightful picnic evening at Ravinia on Sunday, July 8, Dames (and Dudes!) gathered at Karen’s home before walking over to the park, where Karen provided margaritas and Dame Maria Concannon served her famous guacamole. As…
Dames – and Dudes – Enjoy a Heated Bocce Competition, Cocktails & Dinner
It was a heated – and humid! – battle on the bocce courts, as 20 Dames gathered in River Forest on Sunday, July 15 for the annual “Dames Who Roll” event. Hosted by Dame Gina Voci and husband Ed, this…
Dames Who Read: “Cooking for Picasso”
To all of you Dames who enjoy a light summer read, our August book is “Cooking for Picasso,” by Camille Aubray. And if you also love art, this is an event you should not miss! “Cooking for Picasso” is an historical fiction story…
Dame Amelia Levin’s Book Signing @ Bookends & Beginnings, New Buffalo Bill’s BBQ
Join Dame Amelia Levin at two book signings this summer! The first will be at Dame Nina Barrett’s Bookends & Beginnings store in Evanston for a casual sip, taste and signing of her latest book, The Lake Michigan Cottage Kitchen…
Dames Who Roll: Save the Date!
Dame Gina Voci will be hosting her famous Dames Who Roll bocce ball event in July! When: Sunday, July 15, 5 p.m. Where: bocce, cocktails and appetizers at the River Forest Bocce Courts (corner of Lake Street and Jackson street)…