On October 21, the Times-Picayune published the results of an eight-month-long investigation into accusations of sexual harassment at Besh Restaurant Group restaurants. According to the report, New Orleans chef John Besh and partner Octavio Mantilla created a culture that encouraged sexual harassment and assault.
So far, 25 current and former employees of Besh restaurants have come forward as victims of sexual harassment while on the job. Stay tuned for all updates here.