Les Dames d’Escoffier

Celebrating 30 Years! Les Dames d’Escoffier, San Antonio Chapter By Nichole Bendele Photos courtesy of Les Dames d’Escoffier San Antonio “We started our chapter with 10 members,” recalls Karen Haram, a founding member of Les Dames d’Escoffier San Antonio (LDEISA), of the initial meeting of the group in 1995. “We were […]
Feature Story – Pursuing Dreams

Pursuing DREAMS, Overcoming Obstacles By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by Suzanne Pack Dreams rarely come without obstacles, but resilience can turn challenges into stepping stones. Edna Bermea, Nora Sophia, and Leah Meyer each faced trials that might have held them back. Instead, they pressed forward, writing, creating, and building lives of purpose […]
Creating Community Impact

By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by Suzanne Pack In San Antonio, Megan Legacy, Elizabeth Lutz and Emily De Maria are reshaping what it means to serve community needs through food, healthcare, and human connection. They lead with heart, strategy, and personal experience, helping others move from survival to stability. From […]
Fishing, Football and Fast Cars!

By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran There’s something powerful about a woman pursuing her passions—especially when those interests break stereotypes and push boundaries. Whether on the water, in the stadium, or behind the wheel of a high-performance car, these women show us that following your passion can be empowering. Amber […]
All You Need Is Love

Four Moms with Very Unique Families There is no “one size fits all” when it comes to what the definition of what a family really is. It means something different to everyone. For some, the American standard of a mother, a father and 2.3 children epitomizes what a family looks like For others, it […]