So Much to Give Inclusive Café in Skippack Hosts Disney-Inspired Collaborative Brunch with Les Dames D’Escoffier Philadelphia
Brunch / Montgomery County

So Much to Give Inclusive Café in Skippack Hosts Disney-Inspired Collaborative Brunch with Les Dames D’Escoffier Philadelphia

So Much to Give Inclusive Café is a full-service restaurant that employs young adults with diverse disabilities at 3401 W Skippack Pike in Skippack, PA. On December 3rd, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, employees will help create a French-style menu inspired by the hit Disney Movie “Ratatouille” where the restaurant’s staff will recreate Dishes … Continue reading

Empowering Women in the Culinary World: Les Dames d’Escoffier Philadelphia Offers Two Business Development Grants
Food Startups / Philly Food Women

Empowering Women in the Culinary World: Les Dames d’Escoffier Philadelphia Offers Two Business Development Grants

Les Dames d’Escoffier Philadelphia announced two (2) Business Development Grants totaling $10,000, exclusively for women food, drink, and hospitality-based entrepreneurs in the Greater Philadelphia Area. These grants present a valuable opportunity for aspiring business owners to bring their visions to life. Women-owned businesses face unequal challenges when it comes to securing business financing and investments. Despite … Continue reading

Philadelphia Women in Hospitality Symposium at Rivers Casino
Events / Women's History Month

Philadelphia Women in Hospitality Symposium at Rivers Casino

Bringing Women Together is hosted by Les Dames d’Escoffier Philly Chapter celebrating Women’s History Month with a focus on women in food, beverage, and hospitality on Tuesday, March 28th from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. The theme is “Stories of Dynamic Women in Hospitality” and how women can help other women. The panel event featuring Philly … Continue reading

Former Food & Wine Editor Dana Cowin Launching New Zine in Philadelphia
Chefs / Events / Philly Food Women

Former Food & Wine Editor Dana Cowin Launching New Zine in Philadelphia

Former Food & Wine editor Dana Cowin is coming to Philadelphia to launch the Speaking Broadly zine, a new publication amplifying women at the intersection of creativity, sustainability, and food. The launch tour will include two stops where there will be panel discussions with some of Philadelphia’s leading culinary ladies. First, on Monday, August 15th, the Philadelphia … Continue reading

Les Dames d’Escoffier Philadelphia Presents Philly Soul-Food Scene
Food Education / Soul Food

Les Dames d’Escoffier Philadelphia Presents Philly Soul-Food Scene

Les Dames d’Escoffier Philadelphia Presents Philly Soul-Food Scene, a virtual 3-part series from slavery in kitchens to 2021 pop-ups and urban farmers. Topics include geographic origins, agricultural influences, food injustices, and culinary achievements, focusing on the role of Black women in creating and nurturing the legacy that evolved into modern soul cuisine in Philadelphia. Wednesday, … Continue reading

Pub & Kitchen to Host Les Dames d’Escoffier Women-Only Dinner
Rittenhouse Square

Pub & Kitchen to Host Les Dames d’Escoffier Women-Only Dinner

Led by Chef de Cuisine Melissa McGrath, the pioneering gastropub will partner with Les Dames d’Escoffier of Philadelphia for a celebration of women chefs and producers On Tuesday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m., stand-out gastropub Pub & Kitchen will host a forward-thinking Women-Only Dinner. Led by Chef de Cuisine Melissa McGrath, and working in partnership … Continue reading

Les Dames D’Escoffier Philadelphia To Honor Ann Karlen at Grace Winery Dinner
Events / Fundraisers

Les Dames D’Escoffier Philadelphia To Honor Ann Karlen at Grace Winery Dinner

Les Dames D’Escoffier Philadelphia will honor the pioneering farm, food and community work of Ann Karlen at the Outstanding in Her Field Farm Dinner on Sunday, September 17, 2017, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. This annual awards fundraiser will be held among the vineyards at The Inn at Grace Winery. The dinner is designed to recognize … Continue reading