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Invest in Louisiana’s Culinary Future: Your Contribution Is Priceless
Latest News Invest in Louisiana’s Culinary Future: Your Contribution Is Priceless Dec 10, 2024 As 2024 approaches, the Louisiana Restaurant Association Education Foundation (LRAEF) invites you to make a difference that’s truly priceless. By supporting ProStart, Scholars, and Apprenticeships, you’re investing in the future of Louisiana’s restaurant industry and the people who make it thrive.…
Read MoreNational Apprenticeship Week: Highlighting the Success of LRAEF Apprenticeships
Latest News National Apprenticeship Week: Highlighting the Success of LRAEF Apprenticeships Nov 18, 2024 The Louisiana Restaurant Association Education Foundation (LRAEF) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by showcasing the inspiring journeys of apprentices who have thrived in our Restaurant Apprenticeship Program. This initiative connects aspiring hospitality professionals with valuable on-the-job learning experiences, supported by classroom…
Read MoreWhere Industry Meets University: City Hospitality Group & LSU Partner on New Restaurant Management Program
Latest News Where Industry Meets University: City Hospitality Group & LSU Partner on New Restaurant Management Program Aug 28, 2024 Baton Rouge is gaining a newfound respect for its elevated culinary offerings, with concept restaurants like those under City Group Hospitality (CGH) leading the charge. Now, a groundbreaking partnership between industry and academia is set…
Read MoreProStart Princesses: Honoring Chef Leah Chase at Disney’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Latest News ProStart Princesses: Honoring Chef Leah Chase at Disney’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure A group of young women from two ProStart programs in New Orleans are headed to Walt Disney World for an exclusive, all-expenses-paid culinary journey in honor of Chef Leah Chase, who inspired the animated motion picture The Princess and the Frog. Tiana’s Bayou…
Read MoreLRA Education Foundation Celebrates 6 Outstanding Line Cook Apprentices
Latest News LRA Education Foundation Celebrates Six Outstanding Line Cook Apprentices Jul 2, 2024 The LRA Education Foundation recently honored six exceptional young men who have successfully completed their line cook apprenticeship, officially graduating from the program. The celebratory event was hosted by Conrad Churra, owner of Wakin’ Bakin’ in the French Quarter. Churra is…
Read MoreLakeshore High, Chalmette High Represent Louisiana at National ProStart Invitational
Latest News Lakeshore High, Chalmette High Represent Louisiana at National ProStart Invitational Apr 30, 2024 ProStart students from Lakeshore and Chalmette High Schools represented Louisiana at the National ProStart Invitational in Baltimore, in the Culinary and Management competitions, respectively. The Lakeshore team demonstrated their techniques and creativity in the culinary competition via a three-course menu…
Read MoreLRA Education Foundation Announces Winners of Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational
Latest News LRA Education Foundation Announces Winners of Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational Mar 11, 2024 The LRA Education Foundation presented the Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational on March 6-7 at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center. ProStart is a two-year culinary arts and restaurant management curriculum in nearly 60 Louisiana high schools, with 2,000 juniors and…
Read MoreLRA Education Foundation Announces 2024 Scholars
Latest News LRA Education Foundation Announces 2024 Scholars Feb 26, 2024 The Louisiana Restaurant Association Education Foundation (LRAEF) Board of Directors, through its Scholarship Fund, will award $60,000 in scholarships to 17 students. The LRAEF Scholars will be honored on March 6 during the annual “Serving the Future—Celebrating Careers in Hospitality” presented by Ecolab event…
Read MoreLRA Education Foundation Presents the Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational March 6-7, 2024
Latest News LRA Education Foundation Presents the Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational March 6-7, 2024 Feb 14, 2024 Chef Patron E.J. Lagasse Keynote Speaker at ProStart Awards The Louisiana Restaurant Association Education Foundation proudly presents the Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational March 6-7, 2024, at the Morial Convention Center, Hall J. ProStart is a two-year culinary arts and…
Read MoreSeasoned Success: Louisiana ProStart Educators Spice Up Skills at Winter Training
Latest News Seasoned Success: Louisiana ProStart Educators Spice Up Skills at Winter Training Dec 11, 2023 Louisiana ProStart Program’s recent Educator Training held at The University of New Orleans Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Program (UNO HRT) was a dynamic and enriching event. The day commenced with an opening session led by Jonathan Baynham, LRAEEF Executive…
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