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Food For Thought Big Ideas About Food. Mallika Basu in Conversation with Sheila Dillon
Thursday April 30 2026
12:00-13:00 GMT (online)
LDE members’ ticket price £8.00
Non-member ticket price £12.00
Upon booking confirmation, receive a 15% discount on ‘In Good Taste’
Join Les Dames d’Escoffier London for the launch of Food for Thought, a new online lunchtime conversation series exploring the ideas shaping the future of food.
Our inaugural guest is award-winning writer and broadcaster Mallika Basu, author of In Good Taste: What Shapes What We Eat and Drink and Why It Matters.
In conversation with journalist and presenter of Radio 4's The Food Programme, Sheila Dillon, Mallika will unpack the bigger questions behind what we eat.
Drawing on the themes of In Good Taste, the discussion will explore:
- Who really shapes our food system, from policy and media to business and culture
- How global trade, power and history influence what ends up on our plates
- The relationship between taste, access and inequality
- The role food lovers, chefs and consumers can play in creating positive change
In Good Taste offers an accessible guide to the forces shaping our edible world today and a call for food lovers to understand the bigger picture behind the pleasures of the table.
Food for Thought events are open to both LDE members and non-members, creating a welcoming space for conversation, curiosity and connection across the food community.
All proceeds from the event will support Les Dames d’Escoffier London bursaries, helping women build careers in food, drink and hospitality.
Come for the conversation. Leave with something to think about.
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Standing in Your Power: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Tuesday May 19 2026
12:30-14:00 (online)LDE members’ ticket price £15.00
Non-member ticket price £20.00
An LDE London workshop
facilitated by Cindy Etsell, Founder, ‘Cooking Up Success’Les Dames d’Escoffier London invites you to join this empowering and practical online workshop exploring one of the most widely experienced yet rarely discussed challenges facing women in food, beverage and hospitality: imposter syndrome.
Facilitated by Cindy Etsell, founder of Cooking Up Success, this interactive session is designed specifically for women working across the food and hospitality sector. Cindy brings deep industry insight and leadership coaching expertise, helping professionals recognise their value, build confidence and step fully into their potential.
Even the most accomplished leaders experience moments of self-doubt. This workshop creates a supportive and confidential space to explore those feelings openly, reframe internal narratives and develop practical strategies to move forward with clarity and conviction.
As part of LDE London’s commitment to supporting and elevating women across our industry, this workshop reflects our mission to provide meaningful opportunities for professional development, connection and leadership growth. By investing in confidence as well as capability, we strengthen not only individual careers but the future of our sector as a whole.
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Book Club
Wednesday May 20 2026
from 18:30 (online and in person)
Available to LDE members’ only
Please use the link below to contact us on how to join and further details.
Discover Edible Tours: Savour - Explore - Connect
Experience the very best of food, drink and culture with Edible Tours immersive journeys designed for curious travellers and passionate food lovers alike. Hosted by Les Dames d’Escoffier London, these tours take you deep into the flavours, stories and traditions that make each destination unforgettable
Why Join an Edible Tour
Every two years, Edible Tours brings together friends, food lovers and adventurous souls for a beautifully curated programme that blends culture, flavour and connection. Whether you’re savouring sparkling wines in Sussex, exploring Irish markets and smokehouses, or enjoying dim sum in London with expert guides, every itinerary is designed to delight all your senses.
These tours are also a way to support the work of Les Dames d’Escoffier London. Funds raised go towards empowering women in food, drink and hospitality through scholarships, mentoring and leadership programmes.
Sign up now to be the first to hear about the 2027 Edible Tours programme. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or a passionate foodie, these experiences are crafted for discovery, inspiration and delicious memories.
What You’ll Experience
Curated culinary adventures that go far beyond eating out. On Edible Tours, you’ll:
Taste your way through iconic markets, artisan producers and award-winning restaurants: from Borough Market picnics in London to seafood and farm kitchens in Cork.
Meet local makers, chefs and food storytellers: including behind-the-scenes visits to distilleries, bakeries, wineries and cookery schools.
Discover hidden gems and food traditions through guided walks, tastings and immersive experiences tailored to each region.
Share unforgettable meals and moments with fellow travellers and the women who shape the industries we celebrate.
