Thank you for your interest in membership in the Sacramento Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI). With more than 40 chapters across the US, Canada, Mexico and England, our members are accomplished, committed and dynamic women—truly a diverse group of leaders and mentors.
The Sacramento Chapter of Les Dames represents women who are active in the world of food, wine, hospitality and farming throughout Sacramento, Placer and Yolo counties. Each of us has worked professionally in our field for a minimum of five years. We are the women who own or run restaurants, bakeries and specialty food shops; farm for and manage local markets; make wine, cider, spirits and coffee; author cookbooks and teach classes; promote, research, write about and photograph these efforts; and so much more!
2025 Membership Application – Now Open!
Qualifications
- At Least 5 years of professional experience in the food, beverage, agriculture or hospitality industry, with demonstrable career advancement and/or achievement
- Track record of active community or professional volunteerism
- Will participate actively in the work of our Chapter
- Will be an engaged part of our vibrant community
Membership Paths
Nomination by current member (a.k.a. Dame) or Self-nomination.
Suggested Research
Prospective members are encouraged to visit the LDEI national website to learn about its mission, vision and guiding principles, including philanthropy, diversity, professional excellence.
We invite you explore our website, Facebook and Instagram to learn more about our Sacramento Chapter.
Application
2025 Due Date: Friday, May 23, 5 P.M. PST
Please note, we often receive more applications for membership than are ultimately inducted into the Chapter each year. Application does not guarantee membership, however, every application is carefully reviewed and considered.