NOWFE to Honor New Orleans Restaurateur Dickie Brennan

NOWFE Announces 2025 Ella Brennan Award Recipient

The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience (NOWFE) proudly announces Dickie Brennan as the recipient of the 2025 Ella Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award, with a celebratory gala set for January 9 at The Four Seasons New Orleans.

The prestigious event will honor Brennan's extraordinary contributions to New Orleans' culinary heritage and his commitment to Southern hospitality. A VIP reception begins at 6 p.m., followed by the main celebration at 7 p.m.

Event Highlights

• VIP Reception
  • Exclusive pre-event gathering at 6 p.m.
  • Premium wine selections and special offerings
  • Intimate networking opportunity
• Award Gala Experience
  • Elegant plated dinner service
  • Multiple premium beverage stations
  • Recognition ceremony

This distinguished award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made lasting impacts on New Orleans' hospitality industry. The selection of Dickie Brennan, Ella Brennan's nephew, particularly resonates as he continues to uphold and advance the culinary traditions she championed.

Event Details: Ella Brennan Award Gala | Thursday, January 9, 2024, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. | The Four Seasons, 2 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130