February 8, 2025 1:00-4:00
Little Island Pond in Pelham, NH
Join us for an ice fishing pot luck party at the home of Dame Joan Sweeney. We are planning a gourmet football pre-game gathering with an Escoffier twist!
Plan to feast on American football snacks, French favorites, and a blend of the two! Dress warm and comfy-the party is inside, outside, and on the ice if the weather cooperates. Gather by the big firepit with a fabulous view of the lake.
When you register you will get a link to let us know what you would like to bring. Guests are welcome and football fans will be home in time for the Super Bowl.
Andrea Catania, 2025 winner, will present the results of her Culinary Adventure Award trip to Mexico. The award gave her the opportunity to study community kitchens in Mexico City first hand. She is applying that knowledge to the work she is doing right here in Boston. With a partner, she recently founded Equitable Food Systems. The organization is a food justice non-profit dedicated to advancing equity across the food system.
Light snacks will be served. Dames only please as space is limited.
About Andrea Catania
Andrea is a food policy consultant and gastronomy expert with significant experience in food justice advocacy, food systems research, and hands-on operational strategy and logistics. She has worked with the City of Boston and Boston University Sustainability. She graduated with Master of Arts in Gastronomy with a focus on Food Policy and has a strong background in culinary arts management and operational leadership with undergraduate degrees from The Culinary Institute of America. She was the winner of 2024 LDEI scholarship for Impactful Change and 2025 Boston Dames Culinary Adventure Award.
Kick off the new year with Boston Dames at our annual Yankee Swap and Potluck Party! Join us on February 15th from 11:00 am–1:00 pm for a delicious spread of Dips, Drinks, and Desserts — and of course, our famously fun Yankee Swap.
Bring a fun kitchen gadget, an intriguing culinary find, or a must-have item for the kitchen (value $25 or less)
Bring your best party dip, drink, or dessert and get ready for an afternoon full of laughs, surprises, and great company! We’ll be gathering at Dame Lara Zelman’s home in Framingham, MA; the address will be shared after registration.
Boston Dames will gather for a truly special evening on March 15, 2026 at the Dedham Polo and Country Club.
A cocktail reception will be followed by a multi-course, formal Escoffier-style Dinner paired with wines or non-alcoholic beverages.
Traditionally, we formally induct our new members, introduce them, and pin them. The evening is filled with camaraderie and is a wonderful opportunity for networking with our sister Dames.
Women guests are most welcome should you like to invite a friend. We hope you can join us for this unique annual event – Boston is the only International Chapter to host an Annual Escoffier Dinner!
Fondly,
The 64th Annual Dinner Committee
Please direct any questions to Joan Sweeney at joans0119@gmail.com
Early Bird Tickets are $50 ($60 after March 1) VIP tickets are $75 and include an event ticket and package of raffle tickets!
A limited number of tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Last year sold out - don't miss your chance to attend!
Les Dames d'Escoffier Boston is excited to present Dame Delicious, a celebration of women in food and hospitality. With over 300 guests expected, Dame Delicious is an unforgettable evening of food, wine, and inspiration. Plus wine tastings, cookbook signings, and a fabulous silent auction.
Event proceeds go to the Les Dames Culinary Adventure Awards. This award, created in collaboration with Boston University’s Culinary Arts Programs, helps promising female culinary students fulfill their career dreams. Proceeds will also benefit Food Link Arlington as they battle food insecurity in our community.
