Les Dames d' Escoffier Atlanta Chapter to Host Perfect Pairings Fundraiser on Sept. 17
Les Dames d' Escoffier International – Atlanta Chapter will again host the Perfect Pairings fundraiser event to benefit the chapter's mission for providing scholarships and grants for women seeking education and advancements in food, beverage, hospitality and culinary professions. The exclusive strolling culinary event will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, at The Guardian Works from 7-10 p.m., featuring more than 20 chef-driven food stations where culinary delights are paired with wine, beer or spirits.
Guests may choose from Inner Circle Tickets (limited to 50 tickets; $225) which allow for early access at 6 p.m., elevated passed bites and beverages, and the first chance at the popular wine pull or General Admission (limited to 150 tickets; $150) for the grand tasting event.
Featured Chefs and Dames:
Chef Terry Koval, The Deer and the Dove
Chef Matt McCarthy and Tom Murphy, Murphy’s
Chef Pano Karatassos, Kyma
Chef Gary Donlick, Bistro Niko
Max Himes, Breaker Breaker
Chef Piero Premoli, Pricci
Chef Ian Winslade and Mallory Chan, Mission + Market
Kyrie Larsen, Rodney Scott’s BBQ
Carlos Cisneros, Aspen Signature Steaks
Heather Kammerer, TBB122
Chef Matt Marcus, Truth be Told
Todd Rushing, TWO. Urban Licks
Chelsia Ogletree, Her Majesty’s Kitchen
Adam Shumaker, Dennis Dean Catering
Casey Fila, Marlow’s Tavern
Dame Deborah VanTrece, Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pour
Dame Carlita Fears, Gourmet Street Food
Dame Ashlyn DiNardo Greco, Henri’s
Dame Ami Dand, Sweet Basil Cakes
Dame Emily Mendyka and Chef Patric Good, Vino Venue
Dame Julia LeRoy, Everyday Alchemy Produce & Provide
Dame Emily Golub, Garnish and Gather
Dame Perrine Prieur, Perrine’s Wine Shop
Dame Sarah Young, Wild Heaven Brewery
Dame Mallory Abbey, Sweet Grass Dairy
Dame Madeline Medon, Farmers and Fishermen
In addition to the Inner Circle and “Perfect Pairing” Stations, the event also includes live music, a wine bar, spirit-free cocktails, Wild Heaven beers, a “take your chance” wine pull lottery and the Fizzy Cocktail Truck. Tickets are limited to 200 guests, with 50 "Inner Circle" tickets offered at $225 each and 150 main event tickets offered at $150. Purchase tickets here.