In a celebration of girl power and French cuisine, 25 girls from Hype Freedom Schools were transported to Paris – without leaving midtown – for the #YearOfJoy Ooh La La Lunch at Artisans Restaurant, 3201 Louisiana sponsored by journalist Joy Sewing. Renowned Chef Jacques Fox prepared a four-course meal for the girls, ages 8-13, who also made their own French macarons. Moreover, poet Lyn Stewart performed a girl-power themed work and Monica Lewis, acclaimed etiquette expert, led the girls on an etiquette session. Attendees included event organizer Kali Sellars, Dr. Kathy Flanagan, Ashley Small, Brandi Brown, Paris Williams, Amiya Henderson, Alicia Thomas, Misty Starks, Ja’Rayanna Price and more.
