If you've heard of The Gold Medal Chefs Gala & Hospitality Awards in years past but haven't attended, we hope you'll consider joining us this year! The Gold Medal Chefs Gala is our way of honoring the excellence and dedication within Louisiana's hospitality industry. Featuring a cocktail reception, a multi-course dinner prepared by renowned chefs, and both silent and live auctions, the evening culminates with the Hospy Awards ceremony, recognizing outstanding contributions to the hospitality sector. It's an evening of celebration and acknowledgement, all supporting our mission to strengthen Louisiana’s hospitality workforce through programs like crisis grants and educational initiatives! This year's date and ticket info will be announced soon! Stay tuned ✨ (fb)

"I have been working in the hospitality industry for over 10 years now. During [t]his time, I got the worst news: a diagnosis of a heinous disease that I'm continuing to fight. With treatment copayments, buying medication, and raising my 2 grandkids cause me to come up short just to pay everyday living needs essential. I got so down and just wanted to give up on life. The Louisiana Hospitality Foundation took a load off me and got me to feeling like a human again not wanting to give up. This foundation is wonderful, and I'm grateful for them. They took a burden off me that not only help[ed] me, but my grandkids need[s] also. I thank you Louisiana Hospitality Foundation for your help. I'm glad I didn't give up and came to your foundation first for help." 💬 Demetra If you or someone you know needs emergency financial assistance, applications are open at https://louisianahospitalityfoundation.submittable.com/submit! (fb)