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Our Mission

EDUCATION. NETWORKING. PHILANTHROPY.

We are founded on the principle of creating a culture supporting and promoting women in the professions of food, wine, and hospitality within our community.

Our Philanthropy

DAMES WHO DONATE

The mission of “Dames who Donate” is to promote and inspire local women to dream big and become leaders in their chosen culinary-related field.

Latest Posts

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LDEI Hawaii Talk Story event with Dorie Greenspan

Join us for a talk-story event with James Beard Award-winning...Read More
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2026 Annual Meeting

We’re switching things up a little this year for our...Read More

Les Dames d’Escoffier: Past, Present, Future

A retrospective of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) and an interview with founder Carol Brock.