MEMBERS: Experience Japan through culture, craftsmanship and cuisine in this immersive Global Culinary Initiative outing. We’ll start with a visit to Japan Fest at NOMA, then join Chef Jackie Blanchard for an insider’s look at Japanese knife craftsmanship at Coutelier before gathering at Sukeban for an omakase tasting menu featuring Japanese-inspired izakaya cuisine.

Saturday, October 10, 2026

11:30 a.m. | Japan Fest at NOMA — Optional
Meet at NOMA to explore Japan Fest. Admission is separate and paid directly by guests: $10 general admission / $5 NOMA members.

3:30 p.m. | Coutelier Japanese Knife Demo
Japanese knife demonstration and education with Chef Jackie, followed by time to shop with an exclusive 10% member discount.

5:00 p.m. | Private Omakase Tasting Menu at Sukeban
Reserved first seating featuring an omakase tasting menu curated by Chef Jackie. Beverages available à la carte.

$85 per person, all inclusive* (food, tax and gratuity)

* Japan Fest admission and beverages at Sukeban are not included.

This event is for members only.

By purchasing a ticket, I grant Japan GCI Immersion, LDEI New Orleans, and its legal representatives permission to take and use photographs and video recordings of me at the event. These images may be used in any media format for promotional, marketing, or advertising purposes without compensation or prior approval.

Members! Join us for another riveting and delicious Global Culinary Initiative dinner at Plume Algiers to learn about the vibrant regional cuisines of India. Gather around the table for a family-style, multi-course tasting menu inspired by co-owners Tyler Stuart and Merritt Coscia’s travels, study and deep appreciation for India’s diverse culinary traditions.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.
Plume Algiers | 1113 Teche St., New Orleans, LA 70114
$60 per person, all inclusive — food, non-alcoholic beverages, tax and gratuity

By purchasing a ticket, I grant Plume Agliers GCI Dinner, LDEI New Orleans, and its legal representatives permission to take and use photographs and video recordings of me at the event. These images may be used in any media format for promotional, marketing, or advertising purposes without compensation or prior approval.

When the last plates are cleared on Friday afternoon, stay in the moment at our exclusive Cause-a-Stir experience. We’ll meander over to a private residence steps away from Antoine’s for a small gathering that offers additional access to our featured speakers, New Orleans songbird Robin Barnes and Deputy Mayor Renee Lapeyrolerie, and chapter leadership.

Availability is limited to keep this experience intimate.

Cause-a-Stir VIP Experience includes the Pearls & Purpose luncheon and:

🍸 Curated Martini bar

🍇 Passed bites

⭐️ Exclusive After-Party

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When & Where

📅 Friday, September 25, 2026

🕒 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

📍 Private residence near Antoine’s in the French Quarter

Proceeds from this luncheon support our annual Leading from the Heart Award grants and other mission-driven programs.

This event is open to the public! All are welcome to join us for this special luncheon.

By purchasing a ticket, I grant Pearls & Purpose, LDEI New Orleans, and its legal representatives permission to take and use photographs and video recordings of me at the event. These images may be used in any media format for promotional, marketing, or advertising purposes without compensation or prior approval.

📅 Friday, September 25, 2026

🕒 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

📍 Antoine’s Restaurant
713 St. Louis Street • New Orleans

Clear your calendar for an inspiring afternoon celebrating women in our community! Proceeds from this luncheon support our annual Leading from the Heart Award grants and other mission-driven programs.

Featured speakers include New Orleans Songbird Robin Barnes and Deputy Mayor Renee Lapeyrolerie.

✨ Add a Little Dolly Sparkle!
9/25 is shaping up to be an extra-fabulous day in the French Quarter, with the City of New Orleans and the Krewe of Dolly celebrating Dolly Parton. We’re joining the fun and invite you to add a little Dolly-inspired sparkle to your luncheon look, or even your table! Come as you are, or turn up the glamour in honor of an icon known for her talent, generosity and unforgettable style.

Luncheon includes:

🥂 Champagne Reception

🍴 Three-Course Seated Luncheon with Wine Service

Passed Appetizer
Antoine’s Soufflé Potatoes
Artichoke Boulette

First Course
Fall Salad
Spring greens, Honeycrisp apples, bleu cheese, candied pecans and honey mustard vinaigrette

Second Course
Crabmeat-Crusted Redfish
Louisiana blue crab, truffle essence, pan-seared redfish, onion rice and roasted asparagus

Dessert
Antoine’s Baked Alaska with Chocolate Sauce, Flambéed
Buttery pound cake shell, vanilla ice cream core, delicate meringue crust and hot chocolate fudge sauce

Looking for more ways to connect? Join us for Cause-a-Stir, a VIP after-party in a private residence, steps from Antoine’s

Click for Cause-a-Stir details & tickets

This event is open to the public!

All are welcome to join us for this special luncheon.

By purchasing a ticket, I grant Pearls & Purpose, LDEI New Orleans, and its legal representatives permission to take and use photographs and video recordings of me at the event. These images may be used in any media format for promotional, marketing, or advertising purposes without compensation or prior approval