New York, NY – [January 12, 2026] – Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI), the global organization dedicated to advancing and...
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Les Dames d’Escoffier Names New President and Board
Mary Freundlich was appointed president of the international board of directors for 2026 by Les Dames d’Escoffier International, a global...
Labor Pains: Food Industry Braces for Leaner Staff in 2026
Fewer available workers, supply chain disruptions and overall economic pressures have combined to produce fewer job openings in the...
2026 Outlook: Experts Discuss Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Two
Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and...
2026 Outlook: Experts Discuss Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three
Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and...
LES DAMES AWARDS WOMAN OF PURPOSE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH YETI®
In a grand celebration of leadership, education, and community impact, LDEI proudly announces Hayley Matson-Mathes as the recipient of its...
Applications Open for Scholarships for Impactful Change
Les Dames d’Escoffier International is pleased to announce that applications for the 2025 Scholarships for Impactful Change are now open....
LDEI Appoints New President and Welcomes New Board Appointments
LDEI proudly announces the appointment of Stephanie Jaeger as President and Kate Howell as Third Vice President for the International...
Celebrating Women’s History Month with LDEI Table Talks
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, let’s honor the contributions of our chapters and the stories they have to tell. LDEI’s third...





