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Front view of a New Orleans house with wooden shutters, and potted plants in front.
Front view of a New Orleans house with wooden shutters, and potted plants in front.

Les Dames d’Escoffier International

New Orleans

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Les Dames d’Escoffier International

New Orleans

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Inspiring, advancing, and supporting women in food, beverage and hospitality

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Leading From The Heart Awards

The awards honor women in the 10-parish Greater New Orleans community who have made a positive impact in hospitality, sustainability, food justice and/or public health. Awardees receive $2,500 grants to be used in our community to expand their impact.

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Women with at least five years of food, beverage, hospitality experience are welcome to apply!

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Donations to the chapter help fund our annual Leading from the Heart Award grants. 

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