Les Dames d’Escoffier International

San Antonio Chapter
Established in 1995

We are a philanthropic group of women leaders in the fields of food, nutrition, wine, beverages, hospitality, arts of the table, agriculture, and other fields as they relate to these disciplines.

Hand harvesting Swiss chard from the garden.

Grants & Scholarships

We offer grants to women with small businesses related to the culinary field as well as scholarships for women wishing to pursue an education within the culinary sphere. Check out our opportunities and apply below.

Woman cooking in a modern kitchen with a marble countertop, surrounded by lemons, greenery, and kitchen utensils.

Community Outreach

Meet Our Members

LDEISA is part of Les Dames d’ Escoffier, an international organization of women leaders who create a supportive culture in their communities to achieve excellence in their professions. To do this, LDEI members share knowledge, support members, and provide leadership, educational opportunities and philanthropic events for the larger community.

Person handing a bowl of food to another person in a setting that appears to be a soup kitchen or community meal service.

Donate Today

Help us make a difference in the lives of women throughout the Alamo City and the surrounding areas.