LDEI PRESIDENT'S WELCOME Bienvenue à Philadelphie! It’s time for Dames and guests to capture the spirit of Colonial America in the city where the Declaration of Independence was ratified - Philadelphia! We promise to uphold those historic American ideals and generate new ones during four full days packed with a mixture of the past, present and future. Experience the international flavors of Philadelphia with tours of Chinatown, the Japanese House and Garden, and Reading Terminal Market where you will taste and smell a whole world of spices and herbs. Inspiring, world-class education, cultural enrichment and learning experiences fulfill every taste and interest. Global flavors from India, America, France, England, Italy and Mexico are a few of the authentic menus pro- vided during our Dine Around of sister Dame restaurants. The Conference Committee, along with support from the Philadelphia Chapter and LDEI Board of Directors, has worked as a team to provide a bounty of rich, educa- tional programs along with a diverse selection of historic tours. Walk the cobble- stone streets, discover a new fusion of international flavors, and embrace the art, architecture, and museums that honor our American heritage.
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It is truly a pleasure to welcome everyone to our city and to a conference that is professionally enriching, exciting and meaningful. Since the conference was last held here in 1984, we have entered a new century and a new millennium. Nevertheless, one can see the mosaic of past and present here in Philadelphia.
During the Philadelphia Conference Committee planning, several core values emerged. One of these was to ensure that attendees received value for their registrations. Another was that attendees would see Philadelphia through the eyes and experiences of local Dames. Therefore, we have endeavored to open doors, gates and venues for that to occur.
A third core value was innovation. As the committee worked with the LDEI Board, we welcomed the risk to include some novel concepts which we hope you will enjoy. Lastly, our consistent and constant goal was to offer educationally rich sessions and events. We trust that you will recognize these values throughout your stay.
For accommodations, we chose the Sofitel Philadelphia especially for you. It reflects so many of the characteristics of Les Dames d’Escoffier International and Dames: style; pride in providing exemplary and personal service, sophistication; cutting-edge conference planning philosophy, ambiance; intimacy and beauty.
On behalf of the entire Philadelphia Chapter and its 83 members, welcome!
Philadelphia LDEI Conference Co-Chairs, Dottie Koteski and Anita Pignataro EVENT LOGISTICS
Location hassle-free connection. Penn Center Suburban Station is The Sofitel Philadelphia, 120 South 17th Street, closer to the Sofitel than 30th Street Station. One way Philadelphia, PA 19103 fare is: $7, senior price is $1. (215) 569-8300. www.sofitel.com Philadelphia taxis charge a flat rate of $25 for travel The Sofitel Philadelphia hotel blends French elegance between Center City and the airport. SuperShuttle service with American style, providing a refined environment is available for $10.50 each way. PHL is served by all major for upscale business and leisure travel. Experience this domestic carriers and is a major hub for US Airways. sophisticated downtown Philadelphia hotel that serves as the cornerstone of the new French Quarter just steps from Philadelphia is served by Amtrak, which operates rail Rittenhouse Square. Offering the height of contemporary service along the Northeast Corridor from Boston to comfort and convenience, this downtown hotel provides Washington and other major cities in the United States the ideal setting just minutes from historical attractions and Canada. Amtrak’s 30th Street Station is minutes from and Philadelphia sites and scenes. the Pennsylvania Convention Center and Center City hotels. Local train service is provided by SEPTA, which also connects to NJ Transit trains in Trenton, New Jersey, en Room Rates and Reservations route to New York. The LDEI conference rate is $210 per night, single/double occupancy. There is a 14% tax on all rooms. Reservations Amtrak.com (800) USA-RAIL SEPTA (215) 580-7800 may be made by calling the hotel at (215) 569-8300. The conference rate is NOT available online. Weather and Attire The cut-off date is Wednesday, September 9, 2009. Fall is the perfect time to be in Philadelphia. The crisp, Reservation requests received after the cut-off date will cool temperatures - from the mid 50’s to low 70’s - are be accepted at the sole discretion of Sofitel Philadelphia on particularly conducive to walking tours, where the ghosts a space and rate availability basis. If the LDEI rate is not of Betsy Ross and Benjamin Franklin are often seen near available after the cut-off date, the prevailing rates will the steps of Independence Hall. October is one of the apply for any confirmed reservations. three months with the least amount of rain. Lightweight fall clothing is suitable. A jacket, wrap, blazer, sweater, Transportation light coat or shawl is recommended for evenings, nights Philadelphia International Airport is just seven miles from and lower day temperatures. Casual business attired is Center City. SEPTA’s Regional Rail Line R1 train directly recommended for the sessions. Cocktail attire is suggested links the airport to Philadelphia’s downtown for a fast, for the Grande Dame Award Reception and Dinner. LDEI PARTNERS (as of 6.15.09) SCHEDULE
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6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Board of Directors Dinner THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 PRE-CONFERENCE OPTIONAL TOURS
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Optional Tour #1: Tour Peter’s Chocolate Factory, Mt Joy, PA This exclusive and exceptional tour is offered by LDEI Partner, Peter’s Chocolate. En route, Chicago Dame Elaine González, Chocolate Artist, will discuss the birth of cacao and answer questions about chocolate. Because safety and sanitary precautions must be observed, attend- ees must suit up with protective dress coverings before touring the factory from 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. Lunch will follow at Café Chocolate in quaint Lititz, PA, compliments of Peter’s Chocolate. Any person who is employed by, or has an association with, competitive chocolate com- panies may not take the tour. Depart Sofitel at 7:30 a.m. Return ap- proximately 4:30 p.m. Cost; $85 (includes a boxed breakfast with hot beverages, bottled water, and lunch). Limited to 14 people.
11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Optional Tour #2: Winterthur Gardens and Estate Spend the day at the estate of Henry Francis DuPont, which is the greatest example of an American Country Estate in the nation. Visit the exhibitor gallery that features portraits of the 18th and 19th centuries; enjoy a guided tour of the fine dining and entertainment rooms. You will be fascinated with the special lecture about the Campbell Soup Company’s Tureen Collection in its glass enclosed home. This comprehensive visit to the estate includes a tour of the gardens on foot and a 25-minute narrated tram ride through the gardens of Winterthur. Registration and Hospitality Suite - Depart Sofitel at 11 a.m. Return 4:30 p.m. Approximately a 45 minute ride. Bottled water provided. Lunch: On your own in The Garden Biarritz Room, 2nd Floor Cafeteria or Cappuccino Café. Cost: $60. (not including lunch). Limited to 14 people. Wednesday, September 30 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Thursday, October 1 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Optional Tour #3: Wok N’ Walk Tour of Chinatown Friday, October 2 7:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. with Master Chef Joseph Poon Saturday, October 3 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Take an insider’s tour of the vibrant Chinatown community and learn its history, culture and food. Included are a Chinese vegetable carving lesson and a walking tour of Chef Poon’s community with stops at a Members Market Place in Alcove fortune cookie factory, Chinese herbal medicine shop, Chinese place Across from Biarritz Room of worship, Chinese bakery, Asian grocery store, and a fish market. Joseph Poon’s warmth and exuberance shone on Jay Leno’s “Tonight Friday, October 2 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Show,” “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” and the TV Food Network. The Saturday, October 3 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. New York Times stated, “In the last three decades, Joseph Poon has risen from impoverished immigrant to national culinary fame.” A James Beard Foundation newsletter stated, “His story could be the script of Eileen Talanian & a Hollywood movie.” Meet at Joseph Poon’s, 1010 Cherry Street at 2:50 p.m. Approximately Jennifer Linder McGlinn, Co-Chairs a 20-minute walk OR a 5 to 10 minute cab ride (on your own from Sofitel). Tour concludes at 5 pm. Limited to 20 people. Cost: $35. SCHEDULE
Sunday, October 4 Post-Conference Tour/Event $65; four course meal. Can accommodate 25 patrons. 306 Market St. www.forkrestaurant.com. Distance: 20-minute walk; 10 to 15- Optional Tour 4 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. # minute ride. DiBruno Brothers: Brunch and Cheese Program (3) The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College. The original DiBruno Family cheese and Italian specialty shop can still Contemporary dining meets old world charm in all four bistros at be found in the Italian Market with its old world charm. However, their this school. Students design the dishes under the tutelage of the Chestnut Street location is an upscale food emporium and food lover’s finest chef instructors – including Dame Marie Stecher, Pastry Chef/ Mecca. Cheese is a DiBruno passion. Their selection and expertise of Instructor. Come join the culinary students as they put their real life cheese is outstanding and the DiBruno name is equivalent to quality. gastronomic experience into practice. $60; includes a wine flight. In addition to brunch the event includes a cheese presentation by 4207 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 www.walnuthillcollege. their exceptional staff. At 1730 Chestnut Street www.dibruno.com edu. Distance: 10 minute ride. One block walk from Sofitel. Cost: $35.00. (4) Le Bec-Fin. World-renowned Chef Proprietor George Perrier transcends the 39 year-old legendary history of his iconic French THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 dinning establishment with a fresh, elegant, modern atmosphere and an innovative menu. Perrier’s newest culinary creations are served 8 - 8:30 a.m. Board of Directors Breakfast alongside his classics in a stunning dining room with incomparable service. Perrier recently received France’s prestigious Legion of 8:30 a.m. - Noon Board of Directors Meeting Honour Award. $70. 1523 Walnut St. www.lebecfin.com. Distance: two block walk from Sofitel. 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Chapter Leadership Forum Formerly called “Chapter President’s Forum,” we changed the name (5) London Grill. Owned by Dame Terry McNally and located in this year to welcome Dames who are interested in leadership the scenic Art Museum Area, the grill serves the very best ingredients positions within their chapters, or at the international level. It is highly in a comfortable, relaxed setting. The price includes a special pre- recommended that each chapter have a representative present at this dinner beer reception featuring brews from Stoudt Brewing Company. information-packed session. This gathering gives chapter presidents, Headed by Dame Carol Stoudt’s, the company is one of America’s officers and board members a chance to share their issues, find foremost micro-breweries. $55. 2301 Fairmount. www.londongrill. support and answers. In addition, we address topics that help boards com. Distance: 10 minute ride. with their chapters’ operations. (6) Lacroix. Enjoy progressive international cuisine, creatively presented by Chef De Cuisine, Jason Cichonski. Dame Rema Giordano 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Opening Reception is Director of Catering at the Rittenhouse Hotel which is the home of Paris Ballroom Foyer this upscale restaurant with contemporary menu, décor and elegance. $65. Two and a half block walk from Sofitel. 219 West Rittenhouse 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Thursday Evening Dine Around Square. www.lacroixrestaurant.com (optional event) Depart at 7 PM. Reservations are for 7:30 p.m Experience the (7) Penne Restaurant and Wine Bar. Join Dame and Chef Philadelphia restaurant scene and enjoy an evening dining with sister Roberta Adamo as she demonstrates handcrafted, unique pasta, Dames. Spouses and friends may also attend. Philadelphia Dame- which will be included in the meal. This restaurant, located in lively owned or related restaurants in close proximity to the Sofitel are University City, features regional Italian cuisine prepared with local identified. Unless indicated, meal price includes three courses, one and seasonal ingredients. Regional Italian wines will be selected glass of wine, tax and gratuity. Reservations are limited to 20 except to compliment each course. $64. Limited to 15. 3600 Sansom. where noted. Choose quickly! www.pennerestaurant.com. Distance: 10 to 15 minute ride.
(1) Bindi. Owned by Dames Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran. (8) Ristorante Panorama. Located in Old City, this restaurant Bindi is a modern Indian BYOB restaurant, which offers a twist on offers over 120 wines by the glass. It was named “Wine Restaurant Indian regional cooking. Chefs use the flavors and spices of Indian of the Year” by Sante Magazine and given the “Award of Unique and seasonal, local ingredients. Philadelphia Weekly describes Bindi’s Distinction” by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Don’t overlook the pastas, food as “out of this world.” $48. 101 13th St. www.bindibyob.com. including triangles of saffron-scented pasta, nor the veal and seafood Distance: 10-minute ride or 15-minute walk. specialties. $65. Front & Market Sts. www.pennsviewhotel.com. Distance: 15 minute ride. (2) Fork. Owned by Dame Ellen Yin, who continues to set the standard for new American bistro dining. The open kitchen at Fork produces food that is “‘slick, fresh and satisfying” says Philadelphia Magazine. Craig La Ban, Philadelphia Inquirer food critic, recently reported that few restaurants in town can match it for fine dining. SCHEDULE
(9) Tequila’s. This elegant, hacienda-style restaurant knows its sense of architecture, design, social dynamics and consumer taste stuff. Restaurateur David Suro grew up near agave fields and tequila trends. producers in Jalisco, Mexico. The restaurant is known for its authentic Mr. Whiteman is a Permanent Member of the Corporation of the Culinary Mexican cuisine and serves over 100 types of tequilas. Executive Chef Institute of America, sits on the Board of Directors Claudio Soto pairs the courses with 5 tequilas chosen by mixologist of the Project for Public spaces, is Advisor to the Junior Merino. Can accommodate 25 patrons. $65. 1602 Locust St. Board of American Institute of Wine & Food and www.tequilasphilly.com Distance: three blocks from Sofitel. is on the Board of Directors of the Greystone Foundation. His talk will address how the current economic FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 crisis has caused long-term changes in consumer behavior, which ultimately affect the food 7:30 a.m. - 8 a.m. Opening Breakfast industry. Conservative consumers will look to us, the food, beverage and hospitality experts, to provide reassurance. How to deliver and 8:15 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Welcome implement these changes in our businesses are tough problems. Mr. Keynote Presentation: Whiteman will offer insight that may help us find the answers. Today’s Food Revolution: Changing the Way We Cook and 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Networking Break Eat from Farm to Table Marion Nestle, Ph.D. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Concurrent Seminars A. Called a “food warrior” by Time magazine, Dr. Marion Nestle is the Select one seminar; indicate choice on registration form; based on a Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies and Public first come, first served availability. Health at New York University. She will discuss the new food revolution and events leading to the current push for a healthier Seminar #1: What Consumers Want and more sustainable food system. Her keynote address will provide Linda Etherton, Ketchum Global Food Dames with timely food-related topics and legislation, which will and Nutrition Practice Group educate and provide us with creative ways to tackle such issues. Ketchum’s Global Food & Nutrition practice surveyed consumers in five countries: the U.S., the U.K., Germany, Argentina and China. The Dr. Nestle, who is also a member of the New survey results paint a picture of consumers wanting more – more York Chapter, is the author of three prize- information, more choices, more accountability, more control. The winning books: Food Politics: How the Food survey also revealed where consumers would place priorities if they Industry Influences Nutrition and Health: Safe were the CEO of a large food company. Come learn about the strong Food: Bacteria, Biotechnology and Bioterrorism, indications of what the global food industry might look like by the and What to Eat, which won the James Beard year 2020. Foundation book award for best food reference in 2007. Seminar #2: The What and Why: Colony Collapse Renowned for her research on scientific, Disorder in Bees economic, cultural and social factors with regard to federal Dennis van Engelsdorp, dietary guidance policies, Dr. Nestle is in demand as a lecturer Penn State University and is frequently quoted in the media regarding food safety. As a Honeybees are worth $15 billion a year to U.S. agricultural crops; one nutritionist, Dr. Nestle works to raise awareness of America’s obesity in every three bites of food we eat are directly or indirectly pollinated epidemic, particularly among children. As a scientist, mother and by honeybees. Dennis van Engelsdorp, Pennsylvania’s Acting State consumer, Dr. Nestle is able to examine all sides of the issues. Apiarist and Penn State University researcher will share the latest buzz on the importance of bee pollination to fruits, nuts, vegetables, 9:30 a.m. -10:15 a.m. After the Downturn Turns Around: and flowering plants and tell about the health of commercial honey Preparing for Change bee colonies. A financial partnership with Haagen-Dazs ice cream Michael Whiteman helps support research and educational programs to solve the As president of the renowned Joseph Baum & Michael Whiteman collapse of this important industry. Company, Mr. Whiteman is considered to be this country’s leading food and restaurant consultant. With his partners of 37 years (which 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Partner Luncheon include his wife, New York Dame Rozanne Gold), he has forged a Our international business partners will be on hand to serve some “world view” of an ever-changing industry. He is respected for a keen of their products and display their wares. This is an informal grazing luncheon to showcase our partners and give Dames the opportunity to meet them and learn more about their offerings. SCHEDULE
1:45 - 3 p.m. Concurrent Seminars B. Mr. Beach holds Masters degrees from the University of Hawaii and Select one seminar; indicate choice on registration form; based on a Tokyo’s Japan-America Institute of Management Science. Among first come, first served availability. many other accomplishments, Mr. Beach is Executive Director of www.InternationalEntrepreneurship.com, the web’s largest source on entrepreneurship for over 100 countries Seminar #3: Green Tables: Dames Lead Food Systems Partnerships 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Concurrent Fun and Cultural Philadelphia and Boston Dames are playing principal roles in Enrichment Sessions (select one) businesses and efforts that support local production, marketing, These sessions are included in the cost of the conference and will and distribution of sustainable foods. They will present viable, allow attendees to venture out of the hotel to experience some of the multi-faceted, and diverse models that are a true reflection of the fun and culture of Philadelphia. Available on a first come, first served sustainable systems needed to provide opportunity and reward for basis. Some are within walking distance of the hotel. Philadelphia individuals, businesses and the community at large. Dames will escort groups to locations. Moderator: Carolyn Worthington (Philadelphia), Chevelo Farm All tours and classes begin at 3:30 p.m.
Nancy Matheson-Burns (Boston), CEO, Dole and Bailey, Northeast (1) Bartram’s Garden: Home of John Bartram, Family Farms Naturalist, Botanist and Explorer Less than four miles from the Sofitel is America’s oldest living Laura Sapienza-Grabski (Boston), Brookview Farm, and Dole & Bailey botanical garden - a pastoral 18th century homestead. You won’t believe you are in the city when you see the wildflower meadow, Ann Karlen (Philadelphia), Executive Director, Fair Food, White Dog majestic trees, river trail, wetland, stone house and farm buildings Community Enterprises overlooking the Schuylkill River. The head curator will speak about the passion of Quaker John Bartram and how the specimens with Marilyn Anthony (Philadelphia), Southeastern Regional Director, which he worked have influenced modern day botany and gardens. Pennsylvania Association of Sustainable Agriculture 54th St. and Lindbergh Blvd. http://www.bartramsgarden.org/ index.html Maximum: 35. Transportation to be provided.
Seminar #4: Low Risk Entrepreneurship in (2) Franklin Fountain: A Treatise on Ice Cream Troubled Times Visit Franklin Fountain, an old-fashioned ice cream saloon in Old City Jim Beach Philadelphia. Hear about the history of ice cream in Philadelphia As a successful entrepreneur, Jim Beach was practicing “bootstrap including, Ben Franklin’s crème froid creation in 1787, and the origins marketing” before it became a business buzz word. As Co-founder of the first ice cream soda in 1874. The saloon, created by brothers and CEO of American Computer Experience of Atlanta (1993-2000), Ryan and Eric Berley, replicates a 1905 Art Nouveau Parlor. Learn Mr. Beach grew the company from no capital infusion to $12 million, about making ice cream; see American ice cream memorabilia; becoming the world’s largest technology training company for discover forgotten flavors from America’s past, and taste fresh children. He enjoyed corporate tie-ins including Microsoft, Intel, homemade ice cream. 116 Market St. www.franklinfountain.com Lego, and NASA. Mr. Beach believes in low risk start-ups, using Maximum: 35. bootstrapping to start, and thereby reducing risk. He teaches at Georgia State University and the University of Tennessee. SCHEDULE
(3) Tour of Japanese House and Garden and Japanese Tea 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Grazing Dinner Ceremony with Tea Master Paris Ballroom and Foyer, Sofitel The Japanese House and Garden (Shofuso) is one of the most notable and Special Celebration: Happy and unusual attractions in Philadelphia. Located in Fairmount Park, Anniversary to Our Chapters Shofuso is an authentic replica of a 17th-century Japanese scholar’s Celebratory Big Cake! house enhanced by an ornamental garden and picturesque pond. Enjoy the tiered cake creation of the pastry students from the The tea master will give a brief history of Chanoyu (the Way of Tea) Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College, which was made possible and a demonstration. Guests will receive a bowl of tea and seasonal by the generous donation of Dame Alice G. Foreman and her late sweet, personally selected by the Tea Master. In keeping with husband, Winfield A.”Bill” Foreman, both proud supporters of LDEI. Japanese custom, guests must remove shoes before entering and Ice Cream! must wear or bring socks. North Horticultural Dr. and Montgomery Enjoy Honey Bee Ice Cream, a creation of LDEI Partner, Haagen-Dazs Ave. www.fairmountpark.org/JapaneseGarden.asp. Maximum 20. Transportation to be provided. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 (4) Cooking with Uncommon Spices and Herbs at La Cucina in The Reading Terminal Market 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Green Tables Breakfast: Philadelphia Dame Aliza Green will present a lively hands on Dames Who Farm learning, smelling and tasting program about cooking with uncommon The 2009 Green Tables Breakfast will showcase farmer Dames spices and herbs. Ingredients will include fennel pollen, rue, lovage, whose various agrarian enterprises include heirloom vegetable asafetida, nigella seed, mastic, epazote, black cumin, Australian production, fruit, and livestock. Listen to stories about their work, wattleseed, lemon myrtle, and grains of paradise. Aliza is a charter markets, and connections to their community, while enjoying a member and currently serves as First Vice President. She is the breakfast that features local products. author of nine cookbooks, including Field Guide to Herbs and Spices, Moderators: Hilary Baum (New York) and Barbara Petit (Atlanta), Starting with Ingredients: Baking. 12th & Arch St. Green Tables Co-Chairs www.readingterminalmarket.org. Maximum number: 35. Linda Geren (Philadelphia), Highview Farm,
(5) The Art of Wine at the Pennsylvania Academy Melissa Smith (Philadelphia), Willowcreek Orchards of Fine Arts (PAFA) You will have the rare opportunity to be among the great works of Jennifer Verrill (Boston), Verrill Farm, and other dames who farm. art in PAFA’s galleries and taste fine wines. Dame Shawn Dore, Wine
Educator and Sommelier, AIWS/DWS, will lead a wine tasting of six 9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Networking Break wines, including, one wine from each of the LDEI Partners. These will be paired with PAFA’s extraordinary works of art to exemplify the 9:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Concurrent Seminar C. art of wine. Judite Morais, Art Historian and Wine Event Director for Select one seminar; indicate choice on registration form; based on a PAFA will lead the gallery tour. Sponsored by Pennsylvania Academy first come, first served availability. of Fine Art and Capital Wine & Spirits/The Charmer Sunbelt Group. 118 North Broad St. http://www.pafa.org. Maximum number 30. Seminar #5: Inspirational Food and Culinary Histories Valerie Erwin, Chef, Restaurateur, Owner of Geechee Girl Rice Café; 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Past Presidents Advisory Council “Africa to America: influence of low country cooking in colonial cuisine Reception and African origins” Reception hosted by Philadelphia’s Grande Dame Julie Dannenbaum and Past LDEI President, Dame Claire Boasi (by invitation) SCHEDULE
Emma Weigley, Historian, Researcher, Nutritionist, Author and how - by far, the largest declines are in olfaction (the sense of Learn about, Sarah Tyson Rorer, columnist and co-owner, of smell). Dr. Pelchat, who holds a Ph.D. in Physiological Psychology from the Philadelphia magazine, Table Talk; founder (in 1884) of the the University of Pennsylvania, will explain why recipes for aging Philadelphia Cooking School; contributing editor to the Ladies Home populations should be modified to increase the aromatic components Journal; and nationally known lecturer and food demonstrator of flavor without changing the hotness and will present some good news about how to maintain the sense of smell. www.monell.org Lari Robling, Radio Producer, Researcher, Author of “Endangered Recipes.“ Collecting endangered recipes and World War II ration 1:45 p.m. - 4 p.m. Council of Delegates Meeting cooking including a Betty Crocker WWII radio clip” Don’t miss this important annual business meeting of the organization. Delegates representing each chapter have the Seminar #6: Global Culinary Initiatives opportunity to craft LDEI policy. Non-delegate Dames are also LDEI embraces the rich, global, food cultures within our communities. welcome and encouraged to attend. The objective of this session is to learn more about ways your chapter can become involved within our growing global 2 p.m. Self Guided Excursions of Philadelphia neighborhoods by working and learning together to build a stronger For those who have some free time and want to explore the city cultural exchange. Our three Dame panelists providing examples of before the Grande Dame dinner, the Philadelphia chapter has how they have “savored the differences” within their professions, information on a number of self-guided tours. These include: Farmers’ incorporated their ancestral roots, and gained new experiences by Markets at the Rittenhouse Square; Italian Market and Reading living outside the U.S. Terminal; DiBruno Brothers; Mural Arts Trolley Tour; Constitution Center; Old City and numerous historical sites. Information on these Dame Lourdes Castro (New York), author of Simply Mexican and a tours will be available in the hospitality suite. Spanish-English dictionary of culinary terms titled Eat, Drink, Think in Spanish. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Grande Dame Reception Dorance H. Hamilton Rooftop Garden Dame Margaret Kuo (Philadelphia), restaurateur and owner of five The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Asian restaurants in the region. The Kimmel Center for the Performing Art is the home to eight resident company performing arts organizations, including The Dame Liesel Flashenberg (Washington DC), President, Through the Philadelphia Orchestra. Located at Broad and Spruce Streets. Kitchen Door International, a non-profit teaching organization www.kimmelcenter.org/building.
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Luncheon and Program 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Grande Dame Award Dinner Our Aging Senses and Cuisine Ballroom of The Academy of Music Marcia Levin Pelchat, Ph.D., The Academy of Music, a National Historic Landmark, opened in Monell Chemical Senses Center 1877 and was the home of The Philadelphia Orchestra until 2001. Sensory loss in vision, hearing, smell and taste Conductors such as: Stokowski, Ormandy, Muti and Sawallisch have are characteristic of the aging process. One of raised their batons under the exquisite 20 foot high, 12 foot wide Dr. Pelchat’s research interests includes food gilded bronze and crystal chandelier. Located at Broad and Locust preferences and chemical senses in the elderly Streets. www.academyofmusic.org. including taste, smell, and chemical irritation. She will speak about the complexity of taste and smell as flavor’s two major components, LDEI 2009 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM
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Online registration is available at www.ldei.org. Login into the member’s only Section D: Concurrent Seminar/Fun & Cultural Enrichment Sessions section and click on Annual Conference. Registration deadline is September 4, The concurrent seminars and fun/enrichment sessions are included in the full 2009. Cancellation policy: Full refund, less $50 processing fee if cancelled by registration and day passes (Select ONE seminar from each group) September 25. No refund after September 25, 2009. All refunds are processed after the conference. Group A: ___ Seminar 1 ____ Seminar 2
Section A: Conference Registration Group B: ___ Seminar 3 ____ Seminar 4 Full registration includes all conference materials, meals and events scheduled Friday and Saturday except optional tours. One day registration includes materials, meals Group C: ___ Seminar 5: ____ Seminar 6 and events for that day only (except optional tours). Specific event registration (Friday breakfast and Saturday lunch) includes the cost of the meal and speaker. (Fun/Enrichment programs are available on a first come, first served basis. Please rank sessions below in order of interest, with 1 being your first choice and 5 being ___ $495 Full Registration if faxed or postmarked by September 4, 2009 your last choice).
___ $520 Full Registration if faxed or postmarked after September 4, 2009 ___ Tour of Bartram’s Garden
___ $275 Friday One-day Registration includes evening event ___ Franklin Fountain Tour ___ Japanese Tea Ceremony and Tour ___ $275 Saturday One-day Registration includes Gala dinner ___ Cooking with Uncommon Herbs and Spices
___ $100 Friday Breakfast with Marion Nestle & Michael Whiteman ___ The Art of Wine at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts
___ $100 Saturday Lunch featuring Marcia Levin Pelchat presentation TOTAL DUE (sum of sections A, B and C) $______
Total for Section A: $______❏ Check Enclosed
Section B: Optional Event/Guest Registration ❏ Mastercard ❏ VISA ❏ American Express Optional events are open to attendees and their spouses/guests. Optional events include tours, dine around and the various social functions. Account ___ Optional Tour #1: Tour Peter’s Chocolate Factory ____ number @ $85 pp = _____
___ Optional Tour #2: Winterthur Gardens and Estate ____ number @ $60 pp = _____ Expiration ___ Optional Tour #3: Wok N’ Walk Tour of Chinatown ____ number @ $35 pp = ______Optional Tour #4: DiBruno Brunch and Program ____ number @ $35 pp = _____ Signature Required
___ Opening Reception - $40 If billing address of the credit card is different from address above, please provide ___ Partner Luncheon - $50 bill address info here:
___ Friday Grazing Dinner: A Taste of Philadelphia - $130
___ Grande Dame Awards Reception and Dinner - $150
Total for Section B: $______SEND REGISTRATION: Section C: Optional Dine-Around on Thursday, October 1 (Not included in Full Registration) By Mail: Greg Jewell (1) Bindi ____ number @ $48 pp = ______LDEI
(2) Fork ____ number @ $65 pp = ______P O Box 4961 Louisville KY 40204 (3) The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College ____ number @ $60 pp = _____
(4) Le Bec-Fin ____ number @ $70 pp = ______By Fax: Greg Jewell (502) 456-1821 (5) London Grill ____ number @ $55 pp = ______Online: www.ldei.org (6) Lacroix ____ number @ $45 pp = ______
(7) Penne Restaurant and Wine Bar ____ number @ $64 pp = _____ If you require special accommodations to participate fully, please attach a written (8) Ristorante Panorama _____ number @ $65 pp = _____ statement of your needs. The hotel is fully ADA accessible, but we need advance
notice for off-site locations and transportation. (9) Tequila’s _____ number @ $65 pp = _____ Further questions: Contact Greg Jewell [email protected] Total for Section C: ______A A PRESORTED B LES DAMES d’ESCOFFIER INTERNATIONAL FIRST CLASS B C, C P.O. Box 4961 US POSTAGE C Louisville, KY 40204 PAID C NEW ALBANY, IN C/N O PERMIT #62 C D H H K C/H A L A/O C M B A M/S. P N Y O, C P S P P S A S D S F S S F S. L W, D.C.