NEW ORLEANS – Celebrate Women’s History Month at Brennan’s with a five-course luncheon [$155 per person], paired with wines and cocktails, honoring the women shaping today’s culinary and beverage landscape.
Hosted by Executive Chef Kris Padalino of Brennan’s on Friday, March 20, at 12 p.m., this collaborative experience brings together a lineup of Food Network champions, Michelin-starred talent and James Beard Award-recognized talent. The wine and beverages are paired personally by Braithe Gill, Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group Corporate Beverage Director and the 2026 James Beard Semifinalist, Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Les Dames d’Escoffier, the New Orleans Chapter, whose mission is to inspire, advance and support women in food, beverage, and hospitality through education, mentorship, and philanthropy—promoting excellence and community.
WOMEN’S LUNCHEON MENU
Christiane Engeran, Chef, Bayona
First Course
Britt and Kinsey, Co-Founders, Co-Chefs & Owners of Fiamma
Second Course
Poached Gulf Shrimp, Cucumber Aqua Pazza, Andouille Shrimp Head XO, Fried Okra, Microgreens
Sue Zemanick, Chef/Owner of Michelin-starred Zasu
Third Course
Snapper with Turmeric-Coconut Curry and Mustard Greens, Crispy Chickpeas
Kris Padalino, Executive Chef, Brennan’s
Fourth Course
Veal Cheek Grillades, Creamy Marsh Hen Hill Grits, Green Tomato Chow Chow, 60-degree egg
Haley Bittermann, Executive Chef, Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group
Fifth Course
Île Flottante, Ponchatoula Strawberries, Vanilla Bean Meringue, Toasted Almonds, Elderflower Anglaise