Atlanta Dames

Nationally, each Les Dames Chapter conducts fundraising projects and awards scholarships to women in culinary, beverage and hospitality industries. To date, the 25 Chapters around the US, Canada and Australia have collectively awarded more than $2 million in culinary scholarships.

The Atlanta Chapter is renowned for its well-loved annual fundraiser--Afternoon in the Country. Held each fall at Serenbe in Palmetto, Georgia, this food and wine extravaganza features more than 35 regional chefs, fine wines and micro-brews, a one-of-a-kind cake raffle and an exclusive silent auction. Proceeds from the event benefit the Atlanta Chapter's scholarship fund and the Georgia farming community.

The 2008 board is led by Virginia Willis, President; Barbara Pires, Vice-President; Melissa Libby, Secretary; Rebecca Lang, Treasurer and Mary S. Moore is the immediate Past President.