The Houston Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier is celebrating two amazing women that have shaped how we view culinary arts education today.A toast to the past, present, and future, join us in....raising a glass to Julia Child on her 100th Birthdayhonoring Marie LeNôtre, founder and director of Houston's Culinary Institute LeNôtre for her contributions to exemplary culinary education and her recent award as the French Knight of the National Order of Merit Medalcontinuing the legacy by supporting scholarships for women pursuing culinary careers.100% of proceeds from this evening benefit the Gaston LeNôtre Scholarship Fund 6:30p - 7:00p  Champagne Reception & Check Presentation7:00p - 9:00p Program and Dinner A Julia Child's Menu Inspired by her 100 Favorite Recipes RevealedPâté of duck in its own container (Terrine de canard; pâté de canard), From Julia Child’s Kitchen Gruyère Stuffed Mushrooms, or Champignons Farci, From The French Chef Fish quenelles (Quenelles de poisson), Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Volume ICurly endive and bacon with poached eggs, Way To CookFillets of sole meunière, Way To CookBeef stew with garlic and anchovy finish (Boeuf à la Provençale), Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Volume IIProvençal eggplant and zucchini casserole with onions, tomatoes, peppers, and herbs (Ratatouille), French Chef CookbookCauliflower au gratin with cheese (Chou-­fleur à la mornay, gratiné), Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Volume IGaston LeNôtre Opera Cake, a signature dessert of the LeNotre Family  *champagne toast and wine included* If you prefer to pay via check, please make payable to LDEI Houston, and mail to:Please mail checks, payable to LDEI Houston, to:Chara GaffordUrbanChef Houston3651 Weslayan, Suite 204Houston, TX 77027 LDEI Member Ticket 65.00 General Admission 77.87 Enter to Win a selection of delicious foodie prizes! Need not be present to win. Raffle will be pulled at event. Raffle Ticket 20.00