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CONTENTS 11.13 VOL. 49 NO. 2

TOP LAWYERS PAGE

BEST OF BARBECUE PAGE

FORCE OF NATURE PAGE

FEATURES 84 Best of Barbecue For which our writer spent months following the smoke by Sara Roahen

92 Force of Nature Nature’s unpredictability leaves her mark in precious gems, metals, stones and jewels. by Tracee Dundas

96 Four- and Five-Star Nursing Homes compiled by Morgan Packard 98 Judge for Yourself Discovering some of the area’s top lawyers profiles by Megan Snider

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INSIDE “Barbecue: A revelation from Kermit Ruffins” Letters speaking out Editorial, plus a Mike Luckovich cartoon JULIA STREET Questions and answers about our city Try This “Grouper Brings the Buddy System to Dating” STREETCAR “In Search of a Shoo-Shoo” myneworleans.com

ON THE COVER Best of Barbecue.

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MUSIC PAGE

CONTENTS

PERSONA PAGE

THE BEAT 22 24 28 30 34 36 38 41

MARQUEE Entertainment calendar PERSONA Chief meteorologist for WDSU, Margaret Orr newsbeat “‘Make Groceries’ Locally for a Unique Thanksgiving” Biz “Getting a Kickstart” newsbeat “Help for Veterans” Education “School Vouchers – The Debate Continues” HEALTH Alzheimer’s: The disease we dare not forget” HEALTHBEAT The latest news in health from New Orleans and beyond 42 newsbeat “Tiffany: Making a Statement”

LOCAL COLOR 44 48 49 52 54 56 58 60

THE SCOOP The New Orleans Fair Grounds kicks off 142nd season music James Booker in the here and now Read & Spin A look at the latest CDs and books CAST OF CHARACTERS “Brother Can You Spare Some Magic: Lee Barker’s enchanting life” MODINE’S NEW ORLEANS “Adventures in Dog Sitting” Joie d’Eve “Bogged Down” CHRONICLES New Orleanians and their streetcars HOME “Living in Janace’s Vision: the Gennusa family’s dream home”

FOOD

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table talk “Comforting and Cozy” restaurant insider “Moving About” FOOD ”Oyster Dressing: High-season for the bivalve” LAST CALL The Bandera DINING GUIDE HEALTH

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D1 Tune in to “A Warehouse on Tchoupitoulas” on Thurs., Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. and relive the ’70s musical landmark through the people that experienced it firsthand. In Audubon Park Memories New Orleans notables, rare photos, home movies and historic footage help tell a story of a special place in Uptown New Orleans. The hour-long documentary, produced and narrated by Peggy Scott Laborde, premieres on WYES-TV/Ch. 12 on Wed., Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Fans of “Downton Abbey” won’t want to miss “An Evening Inspired by Downton Abbey” – a gala benefiting WYES with live entertainment and dancing under the stars on Fri., Jan. 24 at the Montgomery-Grace House. For event details, visit wyes.org or call 840-4886. 6

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IN SID E

Barbecue: A revelation from Kermit Ruffins

ne evening I posed this question to

Kermit Ruffins, who in addition to being a great jazz musician is also a renowned barbecuer. “Kermit,” I asked, “do you like your barbecue with the sauce or without it?” He didn’t hesitate. “I like it without the sauce,” he said, “but the ladies, they like the sauce.” That answer seemed to transcend mere barbecue to become cosmic. Here then, if his answer was correct, was a gender differentiation to one of the great food debates of all time. There is no right answer between “to sauce” and “not to sauce,” just considerations perhaps of socialization and internal wiring. Ruffins, whose band is called The Barbecue Swingers, is by reputation accomplished on both topics – barbecue and the ladies – so he does have perspective. Here is some more: Recent studies reveal that certain colors on magazine covers work better by gender. According to a journalism professor who has studied these things, men react better to red and black while women prefer pink and pastels. Could this be a true to barbecue, too? Meat without the sauce is revealed as being charred, black and red on the inside. Perhaps the sauce gives more of a multitude of softer colors that women would prefer. I know there are societal influences as well. When I was growing up, our idea of barbecue was chicken that my mom baked in an oven with Kraft’s barbecue sauce brushed on. This, of course, was heresy. I was once invited on a barbecue tour of Houston where the art is taken quite seriously. We must have stopped at eight places, and at every one the fare was beef or pork. “What about chicken?” I asked a Barbecue Titan character who accompanied us. He scoffed. Barbecue is a slow cooking process; chicken cooks too fast, it isn’t considered by the pros to be a real barbecue food. Real barbecue, of course, is cooked gradually in a pit with different woods added at the right moment to give flavor. Certainly the guys who do the cooking, and this is mostly a male domain, likely would find no use for the sauces. Yet it’s the sauce that defines different geographic styles: sweet, tart, spicy, can reveal what part of the country you’re from. According to the journalism professor there’s one cover color that doesn’t work for either gender: green. (He says it had something to do with the way that light refracts off the color.) On this matter the genders are united at the table, too. No one wants green barbecue, but if Kermit’s around, they all like their music hot.

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LETTERS

SPELLING “POOR BOY”

I have been somewhat caught by surprise recently to have noticed the menus of a couple of restaurants with which I am familiar calling their sandwiches “poor boys” as opposed to “po-boys” or “po boys.” It has also come to my attention that your magazine has been mounting a sustained campaign for some time to get people to use what you consider as the proper term, i.e. “poor boy,” and to not use the term “po-boy.” Even though I am very familiar with the stories about the origin of the sandwich and so on, I have to say that this is about as good of an idea as would be pestering people that they’re supposed to say “Where are you at?” instead of “Where y’at?” or “Who is that?” instead of “Who day?” or “Yes, you are correct” instead of “Yeah you right.” In other words, an absurd idea. For one, I myself will never be able to say “poor boy” when ordering one with a straight face. I dare say that most of us are very accustomed to using “po-boy” as opposed to “poor boy” and that prior to your recent campaign almost all restaurants were doing the same. Most restaurants, to my knowledge and, I am sure, your knowledge as well, still do use the term “po-boy.” Even though I don’t happen to own a magazine or other medium myself, at this point I am honestly considering starting my own “it’s still OK if you want to call a po-boy a po-boy” campaign. Richard E. Parisi New O rle an s

Ed. Response: We stand strongly behind

our position that the proper term is “poor boy.” We understand that many phrases become altered by native slang. “Where Y’at,” for example, probably originated in German neighborhoods using that language’s construction of an inquiry about location. At least there is some cultural grounding to the term. “Po-Boy” on the other hand is just sign-painters’ short hand that betrays a name that in its true form said so much about its history. (“Poor boy” originated as a term for a sandwich made to feed impover14

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ished streetcar workers who were on strike.) We applaud those places such as Parkway, Liuzza’s and Stanley that use the proper term. It is perfectly normal for media to make style decisions, including the spellings of indigenous dishes, for the sake of conformity. (Our style is to spell “muffuletta” with a “U” because that was the spelling originally used by Central Grocery where the sandwich was popularized.) On matters of colloquial spellings we don’t expect to win all battles but we do hope to at least keep the discussion alive. Reminiscing

Thank you so much for publishing such a great magazine. It has been priceless. Let me explain. I work at an assisted living facility in River Ridge. Twice a week I do a reminiscing group specifically on New Orleans history. We start at the beginning of the magazine and read articles ’til the end. Julia Street has been a favorite as it brings back so many memories to the group. Modine’s Memories is also a favorite way to bring laughter to our group. I will continue to subscribe. I have learned a lot about my city through your magazine. Michele Joubert, St. Francis Villa Assisted Living Ri ver Ridg e

Ed. Response: Thank you for your comments. Preserving local memories is yet another reason why we think that regional magazines will always survive. Billie Jean memories

Re: Cover photo of September 2013 issue, Hank Williams Marrying Billie Jean Jones in New Orleans, What prompted this letter was the September cover photo of Hank Williams and Billie Jean Jones. What an interesting life that woman has led. She was introduced to Hank Williams by her boyfriend, Faron Young. She was later married to Johnny Horton (of “Battle of New Orleans” fame). I believe Billie Jean is still alive and lives in Shreveport. Keep up the good work! Sonny Barksdale New O rle an s

SPEAKIN G O U T

And Now the Pelicans

f hard times build enough character to win

championships, then the New Orleans Pelicans should start dusting off a spot to place a National Basketball Association trophy. By the time the former Charlotte Hornets relocated here in 2002, the franchise had already faced a stormy controversy over an inadequate facility in its hometown and a citizenry reluctant to pay for another one. New Orleans had an arena ready to be used – though its fan base was questionable – then came Hurricane Katrina and the franchise was relocated to Oklahoma City for two years. There were pouty players, such as the ornery Baron Davis and the oncepopular Chris Paul. There were the constant rumors of the franchise being re-located and then there was the team’s founder/owner George Shinn who bailed out financially. New Orleans would have lost its second NBA franchise (the first was the Jazz) had it not been for Commissioner David Stern, who somehow believed in the city, even having awarded it two all-star games, and, most importantly, was able to convince Tom Benson to buy the franchise. Now what once was the NBA’s most troubled franchise is among the most stable, though it still has to prove its sustainability with ticket sales. Helping with that are the prospects that the team, now renamed the Pelicans, is considered to be a contender for the playoffs. Because its average player age is the youngest in the NBA the team can conceivably be a front-runner for several years, plus there’s Anthony Davis, a former all-everything college player who could very well be the game’s next superstar. Playing in a division once dominated by the Los Angeles Lakers and where

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the San Antonio Spurs have frequently ruled, the possibilities of the Pelicans becoming the team of the future are nevertheless plausible for any Saints fan who remembers the shift from perennial loser to champions. Granted the National Football League is structured so that there is more parity among teams than in the other professional leagues, but in the NBA, a few right moves can make a difference. One such move was the building of a new practice facility. For the first time since coming to New Orleans the team has its own modern place to practice. That could be a deal maker when trying to sign key players. A pelican, as a mascot, has been a part of the city’s sport history. It was the name of the city’s early Southern League baseball franchise, which lasted until 1959. In its early years the team was a farm club for the Yankees who played exhibition games here, and its must famous alumni included Shoeless Joe Jackson, who made it to the big leagues but in 1919 was tossed from the game because of the Black Sox gambling scandals. In 1977 the name appeared again for one year on the jerseys of a Triple-A baseball team that learned that renting the Superdome was too much of an expense for minor league baseball. Now the name is not only applied to a big league basketball team but also it has taken on extra significance. More than the state bird, the pelican has become a symbol of wetland conservation and survival. When pelicans glide over waterways, it’s a good sign because that means there are plenty fish. We are blessed with the spectacle of Pelicans eyeing not only lakes, but Lakers as well.

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W IT H P O Y D R AS THE PARROT

T H E P U R S U IT T O A N S W E R E T E R N A L Q U E STI O N S

In 1926, the Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals opened a new headquarters and adjacent kennel in the 7200 block of Palmetto Street.

Dear Julia, When I was a young child, the Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was located near where Xavier University is today and part of it was dedicated to a lady whose name was on the front of the kennel building. I think it was a Miss Beatty but I’m not totally sure of the name. Seventy years is a long time! Candace Isabell L a kev i ew

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Street. The kennel, at 7249 Palmetto, was dedicated to the memory of Charlotte Read Beattie. A lifelong animal lover, the Thibodaux native had passed away earlier that year and left the majority of her estate to Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Both the kennel and the society office next door were later demolished to make way for Xavier University construction. Dear Julia and Poydras, You must have been in a hurry to meet the September deadline for publication and not given any effort to Poydras’ research for the answer to the question

about the directional placement of President Andrew Jackson’s most distinguished monument in the middle of Jackson Square in favor of an obsequious response concerning the horse’s rear. For shame. There is at least an anec-

dotal response that may be even more accurate to relate. Back when I was younger, I was frequently with my father and our family in New Orleans. He was a physician intern at the old Marine Hospital for

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a year, 1828 or so, and he loved New Orleans and its traditions. Consequently, when we visited the city on the old Rebel “streamliner” of the Gulf, Mobile and Ohio Railroad, prior to catching the late afternoon return to the north, we spent time walking and visiting the French Quarter, always including a swing through Jackson Square and not the Café du Monde, a place for tourists, but the Morning Call at the French Market, which my father said was more traditional. As an out-of-towner, I still love New Orleans over all the great cities of the world that I’ve seen, London, Tokyo and others. During one of these walks, maybe in response to a question by me why the monument wasn’t facing the river or cathedral, but toward the apartments, the query was readily answered. My father told me that President Andrew Jackson riding on his rearing horse was placed facing toward the apartment of

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the Baroness Pontalba, in her honor, and he was tipping his hat to her in appreciation for commissioning the work. That made sense to me, even at an early age. You may be correct in ducking the answer as you did, but I sincerely think that there’s more to the anecdotal response historically than you bothered to let Poydras research. Why not give it another chance? Even you might be surprised. Russell D. Thompson O c ea n Spr i ngs, M S

I apologize for the indelicacy of my remarks concerning the orientation of General Jackson’s steed, but the historic record doesn’t validate the enduring anecdote that Jackson is gallantly tipping his hat to the Baroness Pontalba. The tale did appear in print, in the Feb. 8, 1934 edition of The TimesPicayune, but it isn’t found in Christina Vella’s definitive

biography of the Baroness, Intimate Enemies: The Two Worlds of the Baroness Pontalba. Neither is Jackson’s salute to the Baroness reported in contemporary accounts of the monument’s 1856 dedication. In fact, the statue’s creator, sculptor Clarke Mills, spoke on that occasion and provided a totally different explanation of Jackson’s hat-tipping gesture. On the morning of Feb. 10, 1856, Mills’ comments were included in the Daily Picayune’s coverage of the unveiling and dedication of the Jackson Monument. According to Mills, Jackson is depicted as he appeared at the Battle of New Orleans: “... He has advanced to the centre of the line in the act of review; the lines having come to present arms as a salute to their commander, who is acknowledging it by raising his chapeau, according to the military etiquette of the day.

His restive horse, anticipating the next move, attempts to dash down the line; the bridle hand of the dauntless hero being turned under, shows that he is restraining the horse, whose open mouth and curved neck indicate that he is feeling the bit.” There is your explanation – straight from the horse sculptor’s mouth. Dear Julia, I was a war baby and have a dim childhood recollection of going to a Canal Street store called The Circus. I don’t think it was around very long. Can you tell me anything about where it was and what it sold? Candace Schmidt New O rle an s

The Circus was a discount department store located at 800 Canal St., at the corner of Carondelet Street, later home to the Gus Mayer store. Offering for sale all sorts of

During its 1973 parade, Bacchus added a new throw: Bacchus Bogus Bucks.

things including house paint, fabric, family clothing and children’s shoes, The Circus appears to have opened around 1947. In February ’48, after the Circus lost its lease, the short-lived department store’s contents and fixtures were sold at auction. Dear Julia and Poydras, Long ago, when Bacchus still paraded on its original route, the krewe threw paper money as well as doubloons and beads. I don’t think the paper throws were much of a success. Can you tell me anything at all about this shortlived Carnival throw? John Casey Me ta i r ie

During its 1973 parade, Bacchus added a new throw, Bacchus Bogus Bucks, to the more traditional beads

and doubloons. Bearing Bacchus’ likeness, the words “Royal Reserve Note” and a serial number, the notes were printed on paper that simulated aged parchment. Each Bacchus Bogus Buck came rolled inside a small plastic tube, which made it easier to throw. Although the Bacchus Bogus Buck didn’t catch on as a Carnival throw and quickly faded away, Bacchus wasn’t the only krewe to throw their own currency-themed sou-

venir. In 1975, Venus, an allfemale krewe, threw “Venus de Million” notes. Dear Julia, I remember the minimal earthquake that shook Irish Bayou but it wasn’t much and was easy to mistake for a passing truck. Was that the strongest quake ever to be recorded in Louisiana? Johnson Callahan Ri ver Ridg e

No, the magnitude 3 quake that hit Irish Bayou in October 1987 was consider-

ably less intense than the strongest recorded Louisiana earthquake, which occurred on Oct. 19, 1930. Centered in Assumption Parish near Napoleonville, the magnitude 4.2 tremor was felt throughout much of southeast and southcentral Louisiana. Estimated as a VI on the Mercalli intensity scale, the 1930 Napoleonville earthquake damaged chimneys and broke windows in Napoleonville and cracked plaster in White Castle. According to the United States Geologic Service (USGS), a “VI” on the Mercalli scale translates as a quake, which is strong enough to scare people, move heavy furniture and cause minor damage.

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Local singersongwriter Carsie Blanton turned to Internet-based funding mechanism Kickstarter to raise money for her musical projects.

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DIVA DAYS Earlier this year Seth Rudetsky, the chatty host of SiriusXM Radio’s “Seth’s Big Fat Broadway,” hosted the “Broadway at NOCCA” series that brought such divas as Patti LuPone, Sutton Foster, Megan Mullally, Audra McDonald and Megan Hilty to the performing arts school for concerts and live interviews – sort of like a more gossipy version of “Inside the Actors Studio.” Last month the series returned with “30 Rock” star Jane Krakowski, and LuPone takes the NOCCA stage again on Nov. 16. The Tony Award-winner starred in original productions of Evita and Les Miserables, and in revivals of Gypsy and Sweeney Todd, and she appears in the New Orleans-themed and shot “American Horror Story: Coven.” The rest of the series features Charles Busch, Christine Ebersole and Foster. Information, BroadwayNola.com

Let There Be Light(s) There is something to be said for a comforting tradition, especially during the holidays. Visiting City Park for its annual Celebration in the Oaks to drink hot chocolate, tour the light displays and get nauseous on the Tilt-a-Whirl is delightful at any age. The holiday spectacular is open daily (except for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve) from Nov. 29 to Jan. 4. Information, NewOrleansCityPark. com/Celebration-In-The-Oaks

On the Fringe Mainstream theater options abound these days in New Orleans, with a recent crop of beloved theaters resurrecting. But during the New Orleans Fringe Festival, Nov. 20-24, you’ll find theater in stranger places: backyards, deconsecrated churches, living rooms and the back room of a karaoke bar. The annual celebration of avant-garde theater – which also has shows at more traditional venues, mostly in the Marigny/St. Claude area – includes 77 shows in everything from dance to puppetry, as well as a parade, a yard art tour and family-friendly fare. A “Free-For-All” area features free activities and shows. Information, NoFringe.org Nov. 1-16. Harvey,

Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts. Information, RivertownTheaters.com

Live! Can’t Stop Singing, UNO Lakefront Arena. Information, Arena.uno.edu

Freda Lupin Memorial Hall. Information, NobaDance.com

Nov. 8-10. NOBA presents

Théâtre. Information, LePetitTheatre.com

“India Jazz Suites,” NOCCA’s

Nov. 5. “So You Think You

Nov. 8-23. Hair, Le Petit

Civic Theatre. Information, CivicNola.com

Beatles tribute concert. Information, SaengerNola. com

Nov. 7-10. Sesame Street

Nov. 12-18. The New

Movement presents Hell Yes Fest comedy festival, vari-

“So You Think You Can Dance” Tour, Nov. 5

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Future in concert, New Orleans Arena. Information, NewOrleansArena.com Nov. 12. Bonobo in concert,

Nov. 9. 1964 The Tribute,

Can Dance” Tour, Saenger Theatre. Information, SaengerNola.com

Nov. 9. Drake, Miguel and

ous locations. Information, HellYesFest.com Nov. 13-24. Southern Rep presents Pride and Prejudice, Ursuline Academy. Information, SouthernRep.com Nov. 14-24. The NOLA

Project presents Oregon Trail, AllWays Lounge & Theatre. Information,

Hair, Nov. 8-23

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THE LATEST FROM LAGASSE Chef Emeril Lagasse discusses upcoming events for the Emeril Lagasse Foundation

New Orleans’ culinary starpower quotient sees a sharp spike in the second week of November, when the city hosts not one, but two fun-

draisers for the Emeril Lagasse Foundation: the “Cajun casual” Boudin, Bourbon & Beer and the big-ticket gala Carnivale du Vin. Formerly just “Boudin &

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“Music of the Doors,” Mahalia Jackson Theater. Information, LPOMusic.com

Nov. 15. Rihanna in

concert, New Orleans Arena. Information, NewOrleansArena.com Nov. 15-16. The

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Presents

Nov. 15-16. Menopause:

The Musical, Harrah’s New Orleans. Information, HarrahsNewOrleans.com Nov. 16. Bill Maher, Saenger

Theatre. Information, SaengerNola.com

Bill Maher, Nov. 16

Beer,” the event chaired by Lagasse and fellow celebrity chefs Mario Batali and Donald Link adds another “B” this year in the form of bourbon, with Buffalo Trace providing libations alongside Abita. The more than 40 local and national chefs cooking up boudin include everyone from local stars Susan Spicer, Adolfo Garcia, Tory McPhail and Justin Devillier to out-of-towners like John Currence (City Grocery, Oxford, Miss.), Josh Galliano (The Libertine, St. Louis, Mo.), Ed Lee (610 Magnolia, Louisville, Ky.) and Naomi Pomeroy (BEAST, Portland, Ore.). The featured chefs for Carnivale du Vin, a black-tie event with an auction, fourcourse dinner with wine pairings and live music, are John Besh, renowned seafood chef Rick Moonen and Food Network fixtures Cat Cora and Aarón Sánchez. While Lagassee is national culinary household name these days, New Orleans is the city that made him famous; so it’s fitting that he returned to the judges

table for “Top Chef New Orleans.” The chef talks about the jam-packed foodie weekend and the Bravo series.

du Vin, so it just made sense to kick off the weekend with this food festival celebrating this important Louisiana delicacy.

What are you most excited about with this year’s Boudin, Bourbon & Beer and Carnivale du Vin? Every year, it’s

You’ve been a judge on “Top Chef” before, but what was it like returning as a judge for the New Orleans season, being that you have such a strong relationship with the city? It’s been a

Nov. 15-17. New Orleans

Opera Association presents Noah’s Flood, Trinity Episcopal Church. Information, NewOrleansOpera.org

exciting to see what our participating chefs will be cooking up at both events. We’ve got an incredible lineup of talented people not only from New Orleans, but across the country who come in and support my foundation. I’m always amazed at the creativity and thought they put into their dishes. No one is going away hungry, that’s for sure. Is it crazy having both of your big fundraising events in one weekend?

Do you think the show did the city justice? I

Yes, but it’s a good crazy and a lot of fun. This is our ninth year for Carnivale du Vin, and we added BB&B three years ago. With BB&B we really wanted to create an event that was more casual and accessible to the community, giving people insight into what the foundation does. A lot of our supporters come in town for Carnivale

think so. Bravo and the producers did a great job capturing what locals and visitors love about this city. Also, I think having two of our local chefs competing will give viewers more of a taste of what we’re all about. For more information on Boudin, Bourbon & Beer and Carnivale du Vin, visit Emeril.org.

Nov. 19-24. Ghost: The Musical, Saenger Theatre. Information, SaengerNola.com

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Nov. 24. Oak Street Po-Boy

Festival, Oak Street. Information, PoBoyFest.com

Nov. 17. Celtic Thunder,

Saenger Theatre. Information, SaengerNola.com

Nov. 29-Dec. 29. A Victory

Belles Swingin’ Christmas, National World War II Museum. Information,

Oak Street Po-Boy Festival, Nov. 24

great experience being a guest judge on “Top Chef,” but filming in New Orleans made it that much more special. It’s only natural to have a chef-focused show based in one of the greatest food cities in the world. It was a long time coming, and I’m excited viewers will get an inside look at my New Orleans.

Nov. 30-Dec. 1. New Orleans Ballet Theatre presents The Nutcracker, Loyola University, Roussel Hall. Information, nobt. org

The Nutcracker, Nov. 30 -Dec. 1

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Margaret Orr BY LAUREN LABORDE

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the weekend where Tropical Storm Karen posed a threat to the Gulf Coast then quickly dissipated. In fact, the crisp fall weather is perfect and Orr is in her garden, where each morning she likes to send dispatches from her popular Twitter account. In the course of her 30-plus years as meteorologist at WDSU, Orr has seen her fair share of inclement weather and she’s also become one of New Orleans’ most recognizable and beloved fixtures. As a quiet hurAge: “We don’t go into that.” Profession: Chief meteorologist, WDSU ricane season nears its end, Orr – an avid painter, Born/raised: Uptown New Orleans Resides: Lake Vista Family: Husband, online shopper and lover of sci-fi and fantasy novBill. Children, Kathleen, Alden and Grace. Education: Louise S. McGehee els – and I chat at her Lake Vista home. School, Louisiana State University and Mississippi State University You’re very active on Twitter. I think it’s great. I Favorite movie: Pride and Prejudice (2005) Favorite TV show: “I really start my morning out here on the porch with my just watch news and weather.” Favorite book: Diana Galbadon books, coffee, and I’m looking at Twitter and tweeting the The Traveler by John Twelve Hawks, Enders Game by Orson Scott Card weather, the current conditions, the forecast. I’ve and many others. “If you saw my closet you would die. I have stacks and sent out over 39,000 tweets and I’ve got over 8,224 stacks of books.” Favorite band/musician: Irma Thomas Favorite hobby: followers. What I like about it is I can send out a Painting and gardening Favorite vacation spot: Destin and New York tornado warning or hurricane watch before I’m

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on the air, and it reaches people immediately. I subscribe to a service so that if I’m asleep, they’ll get warnings. It is the greatest way to quickly get information to the public, and it’s a sharing that takes place – I can get photographs of flooding; I can get photographs of a beautiful day. I get to know people; they get to know me. Because all of these people follow me, they send me information I can use on the air, and I send them information they can use to go about their daily lives and hopefully to keep them safe. I started tweeting three to four years ago and I love it. My kids will go “Mom, can you talk?” and I’ll say, “No, I’m tweeting.” What do you think is your role now that more people are turning to the Weather Channel app and things like that to check the weather? I think I’m better.

[The Weather Channel is] not here. They’re looking at models only; I’m looking at what’s happening. If you want New Orleans weather, you have to turn to a local person. News people in this town have a celebrity status, especially meteorologists. Do people come up to you a lot? Oh sure. But

I’m so regular. I go to all the different grocery stores – “Hey, Mawgrit!” Sometimes they’re mad at me. One time a guy came up to me and started chewing me out about the fact that he had just poured concrete and it rained. A lot of the women say, “You’re a lot thinner than I thought” – television adds weight to you. And one time I was at the beauty parlor and a guy came up to me and said, “You look a lot better on TV.” And I said, “Hello, I’m at the beauty parlor!” You get all kinds of things, but for the most part they’re wonderful. They ask, “What color red do you put in your hair? Where do you buy your clothes?” that kind of thing. What about weather is attractive to you? My grandfather

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always praying it would rain or praying it would stop. I’m not on TV for people liking me – I really am on TV because I want to keep people safe … and to be a friend. I had someone call me on Thanksgiving because I was working, and he said, “I want you to know that when I saw you on TV you gave me a lift. I was very depressed. I was invited different places and didn’t want to go, I had lost family. I was a very unhappy person, and you gave me hope. You made me think about the good things in life.” I want people to be upbeat. I want them to think of the good things in life, so that’s why I’m there. I’m a mother, and I think that’s what moms do. [Mothers] just want people to be safe, to be happy, all of those things. I’m there to give them the information so they can go about their daily lives and do what they need to do. And when everything is hitting the fan, I’m there to keep them safe. The truth is, people have got to be smart. If you see a thunderstorm developing, you need to get to safety. If you can hear thunder, you can be hit by lightning. Those are the things that drive me, because I know people who have died because of weather. Were you always cautious with your children? Oh yeah, and

they don’t always listen to me … I’ve always been cautious, because I’m more aware. Having been in news first, I’ve saw so many things happen. I saw two girls drown on the beach in Charleston, S.C., doing a beach cleanup story. So yes, I’m more cautious, and I drive [my children] nuts. How long do you see yourself doing what you do? Termites ate

our house, and it’s a relatively new house, so I’m still going to have to work a little while longer. But I love what I do, so I’m going to keep doing this. True confession: My vice is clothes. It’s one more reason I’ll have to work a little while longer.

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‘‘Make Groceries’’ Locally for a Unique Thanksgiving Cleaver & Co. is a locally sourced butcher shop that relies on farmers who provide the livestock with natural diets – not antibiotics – and room to roam. The store will offer “heritage turkeys” from Kansas this holiday, though it is working with farmers in Louisiana and Mississippi for future seasons. Those willing to host non-traditional Thanksgiving dinners can purchase locally sourced beef, pork, ducks, chickens and rabbits. “[The animals] are not only more humanely raised, but [they’re] also better tasting and more healthy for us and the environment,” says Seth Hamstead of Cleaver & Co. Hamstead and others believe that this type of agriculture maintains the connection among the livestock, the farmers, the retailer and the customer. In fact, Hamstead has all of his farmers’ cell phone numbers. “We talk constantly about the quality of the animals they are raising and any customer feedback we get,” says Hamstead. Jerica Cadman of Shady Grove Ranch, a sustainable family farm in Jefferson, 28

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Texas, agrees that buying locally produced food allows the consumer to have an intimate connection with where and how their food is raised. “Buying locally produced food has the potential to put a larger portion of the consumer’s dollar into the hand of the farmer who raised the food …,” Cadman says. These practices help to build a sustainable economy, a point on which Henry Hoffstadt, owner of Hoffstadt Farms in Kentwood, agrees. “Local businesses have a unique concern for our city and state’s wellbeing,” says Hoffstadt, who farms greenhouse tomatoes. “When you buy local there’s a lot of heart and dedication that goes into the finished product,” and “when you buy local you’re taking care of local families.” Due to Louisiana’s growing seasons, those who wish to buy local for the holidays may need to be flexible with the ingredients they use. Bill Pastellak of Hollygrove Market and Farm explains that during Thanksgiving, citrus, greens, cabbages, sweet potatoes and broccoli are all readily available from local growers. In this way, Thanksgiving in New Orleans can take on a new meaning for families. As Pastellak suggests, “by having access to local food, you deepen your relationship to the place you are from, recognizing (and appreciating) the differences and peculiarities that make your Thanksgiving here unique, not something that can just be picked up off the shelf of any grocery store.” – M E G A N S N I D E R

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Since its startup in 2009, nearly 50,000 artists, such as local singer-songwriter Carsie Blanton, have turned to Kickstarter to raise money.

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targeted fundraising in, well, the history of fundraising. The site bills itself as a new way to fund creative projects, and that’s something of an understatement. Since its startup in 2009, nearly 50,000 artists, writers, filmmakers, dancers and others have turned to Kickstarter to raise money. Almost 5 million people have pledged more than $800 million to support projects. Operating somewhat like its older colleague eBay, Kickstarter doesn’t involve itself in any of the projects being pitched on its site, nor does it promote or endorse any project or individual fundraiser. Project creators set a funding goal and deadline, and promote their own project using photos, videos and their own marketing ideas. Funding on Kickstarter is an allor-nothing proposition. Donors can make pledges of any amount, anytime before the campaign ending date, but no charges are authorized to their credit cards until the campaign ends, and then only if the campaign has reached its pledge goal. According to information on the Kickstarter website, 44 percent of projects pitched on the site since its launch have achieved their funding goals. While online fundraising has put a unique 21stcentury twist on nurturing artistic talent, a note on the Kickstarter website points out that the idea of financing creative projects “democratically” isn’t new: “Mozart, Beethoven, Whitman, Twain and other artists funded works in similar ways – not just with help from large patrons, but by soliciting money from smaller patrons ... Kickstarter is an extension of this model, turbocharged by the web.” While Kickstarter doesn’t endorse individual projects, it reminds potential donors that giving money to artists is “supporting their dream to create something.” People who contribute receive fair warning that there’s no guarantee their money will be put to good use. Regardless of how much they pledge, MARYLOU UTTERMOHLEN PHOTOGRAPH

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the donors get no ownership in the project, though the project creators may offer perks as incentives to contribute. Supporters of a writer seeking to publish a book, for instance, might receive a copy of the finished work. From the standpoint of the individual’s fundraiser, the biggest downside to receiving money through Kickstarter may be the risk of a damaged reputation. If a person accepts contributions toward a project and then fails to complete it or communicate with donors as to its progress, the artist’s professional image may be tarnished. For those prepared to follow through, though, the Kickstarter experience seems almost magical. Blanton, who had hoped to raise just enough money to pay for recording her jazz CD, figured she would deal with the manufacturing, distribution and promotional costs later. But by the end of her Kickstarter campaign, she had $60,000 in hand. Some 1,200 donors had made pledges ranging from $1 to $5,000. “It was just beyond my wildest dreams,” she says. Blanton says mounting the campaign “was a lot of work” and became a full-time job during the month of fundraising, as she communicated by email with every donor who sent her a question or asked to know more about her project. A big part of her success likely stemmed from the time she spent making a charming video that became the foundation of her pitch. (See it at Kickstarter.com/ projects/carsieblanton/jazz-is-for-everybody.) Blanton thinks the video not only boosted her campaign, but may broaden her audience as well. “I ended up getting a lot more traction from people who weren’t already familiar with my music,” she says, noting that support came from abroad and from U.S. cities where she hasn’t performed before. Blanton, whose Kickstarter campaign ended in August, recorded her new CD at Music Shed Studios in New Orleans, backed by musicians including Ellis Marsalis and David Torkanowsky, who also arranged the tunes. She hopes the album will be ready for a spring 2014 release, at which time she plans to promote it by going on tour. “By the end of my Kickstarter campaign, I had enough money to add a release tour with a full band,” she says.

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Facts About Kickstarter

Funding data (as of Sept. 30, 2013) Website: Kickstarter.com Headquarters: New York, N.Y. Number of staff: 70 Total dollars pledged to projects: $805 million Number of projects funded: 49,200 Total pledges: 11,143,566 Total backers: 4,876,866 Repeat backers: 1,404,919 B Most successfully funded projects raise less than $10,000, but some have reached more than $100,000. B Kickstarter-funded art works have been exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Biennial, the Kennedy Center, the Walker Art Center, the Smithsonian and the American Folk Art Museum. B Roughly 10 percent of the films accepted by the 2012 Sundance, Tribeca and South by Southwest film festivals were funded on Kickstarter. B Six Kickstarter-funded films have been nominated for Academy Awards. One of them, Inocente, received an Oscar in 2013. B Amanda Palmer’s Kickstarter-funded album debuted in the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 chart in 2012. B At least a dozen projects have launched objects into space.  Source: Kickstarter

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Help for Veterans Veterans Day provides an opportunity not only for the New Orleans community to thank service men and women for their contributions but also to take inventory of some of the resources in place to assist these heroes, since homelessness and isolation are often two hurdles veterans face after service. This year, the Department of Veterans Affairs provided $6.5 million in funding to open a new Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC) in the New Orleans VA hospital. Along with other agencies, the CRRC will provide a resource hub to help veterans secure access to housing and health care services, including homelessness prevention, individual recovery plans, housing referrals and supportive services. “We have no greater mission than to prevent and end homelessness,” says Julie Catellier, Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System Director. While ending homelessness is critical, housing veterans isn’t the only challenge; veterans, like everyone else, require a supportive network to thrive. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8973 in Uptown offers assistance with jobs and VA claims, but “more importantly, the VFW is a place where veterans can go and experience the same camaraderie they had while in uniform,” says Post member Marshall Hevron. “This sense of 34

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community can be a powerful tool in helping vets cope with PTSD and other transition issues.” A community network is so important to veteran Dylan Tete that he’s creating one through his nonprofit, Bastion, which aims to prevent isolation and estrangement through built-in supports. “All too frequently, when a veteran with a TBI [Traumatic Brain Injury] departs postacute care, the community isn’t equipped to ensure [his or her] viability as a healthy, participating member,” says Tete. “It is the lack of community that imperils and undermines reintegration.” To that end, Bastion is building a facility to combat this cycle. While plans for the facility are still underway, the preliminary, conceptual architectural rendering for the space illustrates the organization’s goal of developing a community of support to injured veterans and families. Bastion, together with Tulane City Center, will host a design charrette on Nov. 11, Veterans Day. Whatever the format, the structure will provide what Tete refers to as an “intentional community,” a housing program where injured veterans live alongside retired military and civilian volunteers in a traditional neighborhood environment. For more information, please visit JoinBastion. org, NolaVFW.org or NewOrleans.va.gov. – M E G A N S N I D E R

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School Vouchers – The Debate Continues

B Y D A W N R U TH he U . S . J ustice D epartment ’ s argument against

the legality of Louisiana’s school voucher program reaches back to 1954, when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. The Board of Education that racially segregated schools violate the U.S. Constitution. The August filing of the lawsuit coincided with the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, an eloquent summation of how 1960 America had not yet lived up to its founding ideals of “life, liberty and the pursuit happiness” for all citizens. Much has changed for blacks since those historic days, but the government’s lawsuit is a reminder that the goals of school integration are far from complete. New Orleans schools predominately serve black children. Within a few years of the Brown decision, the majority of white families had removed their children from the city’s public schools. The government argues that giving vouchers to parents of low and lowermiddle income for their children to attend parochial and private schools has

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reduced the number of white students in some parishes, thereby upsetting the racial balance of public schools even more. Well-intentioned as that argument is, it’s time for the feds to give up that line of attack. Forced school integration had its time and place, and achieved about all it’s likely to achieve. School districts are now using new strategies to guarantee an equitable education for all. The fact is, once this lawsuit makes its way to today’s Supreme Court, it will face an entirely different mindset. As Juan Williams contended in his essay “The Ruling That Changed America,” the Brown decision was the “‘Big Bang’ of all American history in the 20th century.” The decision was the beginning of the end of government sanctioned racist policies and led to an integrated society. Unfortunately, it didn’t put an end to segregated schools as intended, especially in elementary and secondary schools in urban America. In New Orleans, in addition to moving to the suburbs, white families simply put their children into parochial and private schools that most black parents couldn’t afford. Many parents still can’t afford them, and that’s one of the main thrusts of school vouchers – equalizing the income disparity. From that angle, vouchers appear a reasonable policy. They won’t help integrate public schools, as the feds point out, but they may have the effect of mixing the socioeconomic classes in a way that could boost the academic success of lower-income students. So far, there are no indications that non-public schools boost student achievement, but a study of a Washington D.C. program indicated a slight gain in college attendance for non-public, voucher students compared to their public school counterparts. Whether they graduate from college is still a question mark. In an ideal, well-financed education landscape, school vouchers JOSEPH DANIEL FIEDLER ILLUSTRATION

could be a strategy to further societal integration and create the non-discriminating society that King envisioned. He didn’t specifically mention schools, but what public places are better suited to carry out his dream that black and white children “join hands” as “sisters and brothers?” Some researchers today are proposing that policy leaders shift focus from racial integration to socioeconomic integration. This reasoning suggests that income separates people nowadays more than race, and that the high-poverty schools that dominate inner-cities continue to perpetuate low academic achievement and the continued poverty of all minorities. They argue that peer expectations and behavior are as important to the achievement of students as the quality of the school itself. Richard D. Kahlenberg, author of numerous books on education, wrote in the winter issue of American Educator that he hopes to convince policy makers that “the major problem with American schools is not teachers and their unions, but poverty and economic segregation.” Among the studies he cites is a 1966 study called the Coleman Report. It examined 4,000 schools and 600,000 students, and determined that the socioeconomic level of classmates affects academic performance. Kahlenberg says that low-income students in predominately middle-income schools are more likely to be surrounded by academically engaged peers who aren’t disruptive. Middle class schools – which Kahlenberg defines as having less than 50 percent of its student body eligible for free and reduced-price lunches – also include highly involved parents. High expectations by everyone involved, teachers, parents and the students themselves boost academic achievement. If what he says is true, New Orleans’ voucher students may receive a better academic outcome from parochial and private schools. According to his theory, the change in peer group would make a difference. On the other hand, the research raises the possibility of counter problems as it pertains to New Orleans schools. Most New Orleans public schools fit Kahlenberg’s definition of high poverty schools – more than half of the student body qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch. However, they’re no longer neighborhood schools that derive their entire student body from one residential area. They are mostly open enrollment charters that draw students citywide. They are also offering specialty programs in such areas as science, the arts and international studies – the kinds of programs that Kahlenberg contends will bring middle class parents back to inner city schools. New Orleans’ improved schools are still in the growing stage and give every sign of providing the quality education every child deserves to receive in a democratic society. According to governor and state department of education websites, the state spends an average of $5,500 per voucher student to attend a parochial or private school, which translates to about $44 million for the 8,000 students who received them this year. That is a huge sum of taxpayer money that could be used to continue improving public schools. Perhaps more importantly, vouchers drain public schools of some of their most involved and relatively higher income parents. According to the Louisiana Federation for Children, families of four can earn as much as $55,875 and still be eligible for a voucher. These higher income parents are the most likely to have the resources to take advantage of the vouchers. They are also the very parents that New Orleans schools need to retain under Kahlenberg’s model. Vouchers recreate a dilemma: They may provide the possibility of a better future to a few, but that possibility is given at the expense of the mass. myneworleans.com

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Alzheimer’s:

The disease we dare not forget

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you my papers. Who are you to question me?” escalated an exchange between one of our city’s preeminent artists and a New Orleans policewoman. The 80-year-old or so artist was riding a bicycle on a French Quarter sidewalk. He was almost arrested before passers-by intervened and explained that the wellknown artist had memory problems. “You, I know you. Who are you?” had become his standard “hey you” greeting to compadres he knew and had socialized with for decades. Friends and acquaintances including the clerks at Matassa’s Market, a daily stop on his bicycle rounds, whispered among themselves about his declining memory and personal hygiene for years. Several times he became lost on his bicycle outside his protective French Quarter cocoon where those who knew his situation steered him home. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) has surpassed cancer as the most feared and dreaded disease on the planet. A lady in her 70s recently sent her physician this note: “I have been having such bad forgetfulness, really, really bad. I am thinking I should get a CT scan for Alzheimer’s. What do you think about this?” Minor memory lapses are part of aging. Memory and recent recall normally decline with advancing years. There are easily discernable differences between age-related memory loss and the obvious dementia of the artist. Normal age-related memory loss and AD are very separate biological processes. The human mind is a complex computer. It normally takes a little longer for an older brain to activate and process memory circuits just as that 2005 computer runs slower than a brand new one. Occasional and even recurring failure of instant and spontaneous recall is more likely due to decades of brain overload than AD. And who hasn’t forgotten where they parked after an intense few hours shopping at the Lakeside Shopping Center? On the other hand repeating a question or story at the same dinner party or getting lost driving home from the mall is the sort of memory loss that needs a medical evaluation. I once heard a neurologist say that an unbalanced checkbook is an early clue to the diagnosis of AD. If this is true, most people I know are at risk. But early symptoms do often include new problems with finances, frequent repeating of stories, forgetting names of relatives, poor judgment and driving and becoming lost. Symptoms intensify over time. “A formal mental status exam is important in evaluating memory loss,” says Dr. Frank Oser, a neurologist known for his thorough bedside neurological examinations. “Are they up on current events? Can they interpret proverbs like ‘what does it mean that Rome was not built in a day’? Can they draw a clock and insert the numbers correctly?” Such mental status testing, the keystone to proper assessment, often begins with screening questions such as: what city are you in; what are the month and year; and who’s the mayor or president? If those questions present problems, mental impairment is usually obvious. A good clinician can 38

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access mental status within minutes. The diagnosis of AD is based on the history with exclusion of other possible disorders and especially those with effective treatments. A physician who has followed a person for years supported by observations from family and friends is in the best position to access memory changes, evaluate thinking skills, note behavioral changes and judge functional abilities. Acute or sudden mental changes ring certain bells and call for more extensive testing. A medication inventory is very important as many drugs cause memory problems and confused thinking. Sedatives, sleeping pills and alcohol are the top three classes of problem drugs. Various sleep disorders can also worsen memory problems. The physical examination gives clues to more treatable causes of dementia, including Parkinson’s disease, thyroid disorders, depression, anxiety, strokes and anemia. Treatment for any coexisting cardiovascular disease needs to be maximized. This means attention to any underlying hypertension, diabetes and cardiac disease/vascular disease. Carefully selected blood tests are usually more important than brain-imaging tests to exclude other medical problems.

Common Alzheimer’s disease myths

Dementia means AD. Nothing could be further from the truth. Dementia is a term that refers to anything that diminishes memory, thinking, reasoning and brain functioning. AD is a common cause of dementia, but dementia can be caused by a multitude of both treatable and untreatable causes. AD only affects the elderly. While most common in folks older than age 70, a rare specific gene can cause a familial early-onset variant beginning before age 50. Persons with Down’s syndrome develop AD at early ages. Dr. Alois Alzheimer first described the scrambled clumps and tangles of brain tissue in microscopic sections from a woman who died with dementia, memory loss and poor judgment in 1906. She was only 51 years old. Scientists honored Alzheimer by pinning his name to the disease. A CT scan of the brain is the only way to diagnose AD. With the exception of an autopsy, there’s no single test to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease. An astute clinician rarely needs a brain-imaging study to make the diagnosis. If there’s confusion about a diagnosis, an MRI is usually the preferred test. However, MRI results rarely alter the treatment or outcome of a person with AD and are mostly ordered to satisfy patient or family expectations. There are effective drugs that can prevent the progression of AD. Aricept, Exelon and Namenda are three promoted drugs based on industry designed and sponsored clinical trials. It isn’t uncommon for internists and neurologists to prescribe these. What is uncommon, however, is for one of these drugs to actually help a person with AD. No drug to date can cure AD or prevent its progression. Even if drugs for AD have minimal, if any real benefits, why not take them anyway? There is no downside. Currently available drugs deliver false hope coupled with adverse effects. Family members often ask for these well-advertised drugs. A pill is an easy answer that often distracts from more important non-drug interventions that can encourage intellectual stimulation and social interactions. Caretaker education and interventions can extend the time a patient can safely remain in their own home. Gingko biloba will prevent AD. Believe this, and I have a bridge to sell you. The health food lobby always seems to have a new gimmick supplement that fails muster once tested. Five years of daily ginkgo biloba didn’t reduce the risk of progression to AD compared to placebo in a study of almost 3,000 persons over age 70 with reported memory problems. Vitamin E flunked an earlier test. 40

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HEALTHBEAT A new method for studying the cellular functions of fruit flies was perfected by the LSU Health Sciences Center research team that was led by Charles D. Nichols, Ph.D. and Associate Professor of Pharmacology. Researchers can now remotely control the behaviors and bodily functions of a fruit fly in a selective, reversible and dose-dependent way thanks to this influential genetic device called Designer Receptors Exclusively Activated by

Designer Drugs (DREADD). The DREADD technology was developed to overcome certain drawbacks scientists face. The genetic similarity between humans and fruit flies is noteworthy and can be used to replicate many human diseases. The development will give scientists more knowledge of fly behaviors, an advancement that can lead to a better understanding of human biology and illnesses. The research of this study is available online in the journal Cell Reports.

The Great 100 Nurses of Louisiana Foundation is an organization that awards nurses who have made outstanding success in

four essential areas with the honor of being named some of the best nurses. This year Ochsner Health System had a record-breaking 46 nurses fit the bill to be named among the 2013 “Great 100 Nurses in Louisiana.” In the past five years the Great 100 Nurses Foundation has honored 152 members of Ochsner’s nursing staff with this award.

The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP) is a medical group that acknowledges and applauds the select hospitals that are able to achieve impressive performance results in surgical patient care. St. Charles Surgical Hospital is now one of the 37 hospitals that have been awarded this title. Being an ACS NSQIP recognized hospital means

that St. Charles Surgical Hospital participates in the tracking of data that measures patient safety, the outcomes of surgical procedures and the quality of recoveries. Lessening the amount of infections or deaths that can happen during surgery is the goal of ACS NSQIP, which is achieved through evaluating a hospital’s scoring in nine different clinical areas. Some of these areas include unplanned intubation, cardiac incidents, urinary tract infection, renal failure and mortality, in all of which St. Charles Surgical Hospital succeeded in getting an excellent composite quality score. – PAIGE NULTY myneworleans.com

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Tiffany: Making a Statement Tiffany & Co. will open at The Shops at Canal Place the week of Thanksgiving. The timing of the move to New Orleans seems particularly appropriate as the retailer recently launched a new collection of jewelry it calls “Jazz Age Glamour.” The company’s website touts that this jewelry line “casts a romantic spell unique to an era that

remains fresh in the minds of movie makers, artists and designers.” “We look forward to joining the New Orleans community,” says Diane Brown, Vice President of Tiffany & Co. “The city is steeped in history and there is no better 42

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place for Tiffany, with its own great heritage, to call home.” Beyond the diamonds, the company also emphasizes a social issue: Many diamond buyers are concerned about purchasing “conflict diamonds” and contributing to human rights violations. Tiffany & Co. works with its ethical subsidiary, Laurelton Diamonds, to only purchase diamonds from countries that participate in the Kimberley Process, left, an initiative that aims to curb the use of diamonds by rebel movements to finance wars. Further, the company uses only subcontractors that participate in the Tiffany & Co. Social Accountability Program. Through these efforts, Tiffany & Co. upholds its standards for quality, environmental and social responsibility. – MEGAN SNIDER

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DJ Digital); Feb. 7 (with The TopCats and DJ San-D) and March For generations of New Orleans horse racing 14 (with The Mixed Nuts and DJ Kemistry). In all, the upcoming fans, November is the time to get their wagers ready. season will feature 58 races with purses totaling $7.51 million. The city’s track, now called Fair Grounds Race Other highlights of Nov. 22’s opening night schedule include Course & Slots, traditionally kicks off its season on Thanksgiving exotic animal racing featuring camels and ostriches (slated for Day. This year, because the holiday falls so late in the month, early in the evening to accommodate families) and a Mascot racing begins a few days before Thanksgiving so the track can Race, pitting the track’s “Gentilly Billy” against other New hold its required 84 days of action before the New Orleans Jazz Orleans area mascots. The exotic races are especially popular, & Heritage Festival moves in. Conner says. Last year more The racecourse’s 142nd than 10,000 people came out thoroughbred racing seafor them. son opens on Nov. 22 with Of course, lots of horseStarlight Racing. Fair Grounds flesh lovers will make Nov. spokesman Mark Conner says 28, Thanksgiving Day, their the night meet, with a 5 p.m. kickoff to the racing season. post time, will be a lively affair Families from all over the area By Judi Russell with the Chee Weez in the like to combine their turkey Clubhouse and DJ San-D in a trackside tent. Other attractions dinners with the excitement of top-shelf racing. “I’m sure we’ll fill include food vendor carts and a beer garden. It is one way the up quickly,” says Tim Bryant, who has been president of the Fair racecourse tries to attract a younger crowd, including those who Grounds since 2010. Bryant, who came to the track from Harrah’s may never have been to the track, he says. New Orleans Casino, says he sees lots of familiar faces each Starlight races are also scheduled for Dec. 20 (with the Thanksgiving and even has gotten to know some diehards who Bucktown All-Stars and DJ Crush); Jan. 17 (with Groovy 7 and come in every live race day. nd they ’ re off ! ”

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Derby Day. This year the racetrack will hold the 101st running of the Louisiana Derby on March 29, with seven stakes worth $2.51 million. The meet will be the richest afternoon of racing in Louisiana history, Conner says. For the second consecutive year, Louisiana Derby Day will include an infield festival with live music and food and beverage stands. Post time will be 2 p.m. Those who follow racing often consider the Louisiana Derby a prep for the Kentucky Derby, Bryant says, with Louisiana Derby Day jockeys going on to make strong finishes in the Kentucky Derby. Attendance has been good at track events, Conner says. “We have fared very well in recent years on the track and the handle,” he says – and the turf looks good for the coming season. The Black Gold 5 Prize will also be making a return. The winning bettor must be the only person who correctly selected the winners in the five final races of the day. If there is no winner, half the pool carries over and the other half is distributed as consolation prizes to the tickets with the most correct picks. The only additions to the stakes schedule for the new season are two minor stakes restricted to Alabama-breds: the

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Nov. 22’s opening night schedule includes exotic animal racing featuring camels and ostriches – slated for early in the evening to accommodate families.

On Thanksgiving and Derby Day the atmosphere is party-like and women enjoy wearing their most fashionable hats.

Starlight races with live music, food vendor carts and a beer garden help attract a younger crowd, including those who may never have been to the track.

$50,000 Magic City Classic for older horses and the $25,000 Kudzu juvenile for 2-year-olds. The season’s final Louisiana-bred event for older horses has been renamed the Star Guitar Stakes. Star Guitar became the all-time Louisiana-bred earning leader last year by winning the race that will now carry his name. Last season, 10 of the Fair Grounds stakes were graded – five Grade II (the Risen Star Stakes and Louisiana Derby for 3-year-olds, the Fair Grounds Oaks for 3-year-old fillies, the New Orleans Handicap for older horses and the Mervin H. Muniz Memorial Handicap for older turn horses) and five Grade III (the Lecomte Stakes for 3-year-olds, the Rachel Alexandra Stakes for 3-yearold fillies, the Mineshaft Handicap for older horses and both the Fair Grounds Handicap and the Colonel E.R. Bradley Handicap for older turn horses). When the North American Graded stakes committee meets to determine grades for 2014, Fair Grounds officials hope the Louisiana Derby will receive a Grade I status in light of the fact that it’s a proven prep for the Triple Crown. “We traditionally have one of the strongest jockey colonies in the industry,” Conner says. Leading the pack. Fair Grounds favorites led the lists of winning jockeys, trainers and owners at the end of last season, and bettors can look forward to seeing these leaders come on strong when the new season gets going. Tom Amoss and Steve Asmussen tied for top trainer with 42 wins apiece. Asmussen, with 12 leading trainer titles, recently became the second-leading trainer in history, beating Jack Van Berg’s record. Amoss has 10 leading trainer titles. Either Amoss or Asmussen has been the leading trainer annually at the Fair Grounds since the 1998-’99 meet, when Al Stall Jr. tied with Amoss. With 125 wins, Rosie Napravnik nailed top jockey status for the third straight season. Second was James Graham, with 82 wins. Meanwhile Maggi Moss, an Iowabased attorney, earned her third straight leading owner title with 19 wins. But statistics aren’t the only things bettors consider when they put their money down, Conner says. “Customers like certain jockeys for certain reasons,” he says. And, he adds, superstitions also play a role.

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The Fair Grounds is the country’s thirdoldest racetrack. Bought by Churchill Downs Inc. in 2004, the track also operates more than 620 slot machines and 11 off-track betting parlors in southeast Louisiana. Revenue from the slots helps beef up racing purses, Conner says. The slot machines are open year round. In addition to thoroughbred racing, the Fair Grounds holds an annual Summer Quarter Horse Meet. The racecourse’s clientele is a real “gumbo,” Conner says. Admission to the ground level and grandstand spots is usually free, while on the Clubhouse level patrons pay an admission fee and can enjoy fine dining. Businesses can reserve space for meetings; families hold debutante luncheons there and everybody enjoys the famed corned beef sandwiches that have sustained generations of bettors. On Thanksgiving and Derby Day the atmosphere is party-like and women enjoy wearing their most fashionable hats. Depending on your cable provider, you might be able to catch Fair Grounds races at home on channel HRTV, Conner says. The action is also shown in 1,000 simulcast spots across the country.

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in James Booker’s glory years has a Booker story. His gigs from the late 1970s into the early ’80s at the Maple Leaf are mythic now. Back then the brilliant, unpredictable keyboard wizard sat on the small stage, many a night to a place near-empty, making music fine as gold. The selfstyled Piano Prince had moods that swung like a pendulum from black rot to sweet light. At his best he played like a rocking angel. On another night, the washing machine in the back of the club churned away as Booker unfurled “Make A Better World” – and then stopped, in the severe heat coating the club, a dance floor half full, all eyes riveted on him. Booker jabbed an index finger into middle distance and yelled, “Tell that girl her underwear’s dry!” A few people laughed. Most stood there, uneasy, looking around. “They don’t know,” muttered Booker. Then he tore into his song. Everything about Booker was surreal. His talent was staggering; he could send up a club like a 12-piece orchestra by himself. But he was off the margins, like a character in a Tennessee Williams play or one of Nelson Algren’s novels, roaming the edges, hungry for the hearth, acceptance, normalcy. The artist who played a dazzling “Malaguena,” laced with all the Spanish tinges that Jelly Roll Morton said gave New Orleans music its stamp, played havoc 48

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with his own image. He posed for a series of photographs in tight underwear sporting the embedded silver star in his black eyepatch, grinning as he covered his crotch, holding the memoir of a fire department chaplain: Tragedy is My Parish. Go figure. Booker was probably bipolar. Today, pharmaceutical advances allow many people with bipolar issues to find stability. But even if he had kept to his meds, the hard drugs were there. The easy side of his personality and edgy wit might have propelled him to an international career. When I interviewed him in 1976 at a halfway house on Euterpe Street, he was detoxing. Serene and composed, he talked about Smiley Lewis and the blues tradition the old troubadour embodied. A few years later he walked into Tipitina’s wearing a beat-up tuxedo coat with a button-down white business shirt and black velvet tie. He sashayed up to the bar, positioning himself between Earl

MARDI GRAS In his new book, Mardi Gras: Chronicles of the New Orleans Carnival, Mardi Gras expert Errol Laborde – who is also the editor-in-chief of the magazine you’re reading right now – shares an in-depth look at the history and culture of New Orleans’ most famous celebration. The stories and photos that flow throughout the book give readers a comprehensive look at how New Orleans’ Carnival celebration has evolved.

KATRINA Sheri Fink’s Five Days at Memorial: Life and Death in a StormRavaged Hospital has received a lot of national attention, thanks to Fink’s interviews on “The Daily Show,” NPR and more, but the Hurricane Katrina book is worth the hype. The book recounts what happened at Memorial Medical Center in New Orleans before, during and after Hurricane Katrina. The book is incredibly well researched and provides extensive background about the hospital and the moral and ethical dilemmas the doctors faced during the time of crisis.

BOOKS No matter how well you know New Orleans, all booklovers will learn something new in Susan Larson’s The Booklover’s Guide to New Orleans: Second Edition. As a former book editor for The Times-Picayune, the host of “The Reading Life” radio interview show on WWNO and a board member for the Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival, Larson is a true literary New Orleans expert. Her knowledge shows in her recent guide, which is full of places, shops and stories of interest to New Orleans bookworms, and also includes interesting facts, such as where John Dos Passos lived on Esplanade Avenue.

ROCK/BLUES New Orleans isn’t synonymous with rock music, but accomplished musicians such as Anders Osborne are examples that New Orleans has a lot of variety to offer in addition to jazz. With his latest album Peace, the Swedish native offers 11 tracks that showcase his famous guitar skills, those of which American Songwriter compared to the iconic Jimi Hendrix. –Haley ADAMS Please send submissions for consideration, attention: Haley Adams, 110 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 123, Metairie, LA 70005. myneworleans.com

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King and Jessie Hill, who was wearing a The range of stills, interlaced with buoyant “Booker and I worked coat studded with rhinestones. Booker concert footage of a beaming Booker and strip joints like Madame smiled like a Boston Club confederate grainy black-and-white scenes of Booker in Francine’s ... There’d and chirped, “I just thought I’d come a bad space, show the artist whose racing be two different sets down to the club and see what the fellas talent could never outrun the demons on of bands, me and my was up to!” his trail. The film comes alive with comedy band – the white act – The man who did time in the Louisiana through the recollections of Dr. John, Maple and Booker’s band – the State Penitentiary at Angola for drug Leaf impresario John Parsons, poet Ron black act. The only good use made a trademark song of “Junco Cuccia, hipster Russell Roch, musicians thing about the segregaPartner,” the anthem of a junky clamorJohnny Vidacovich and Jim Singleton and tion issue was that it gave us a little work.” ing for “a weed farm around Angola and a parade of others, layering the texture of Dr. John, Under a Hoodoo Moon. little heroin for when I die.” He never got Booker’s tale. the pot farm but the last line was prophetic. On a September night The year after he died, Jonathan Foose, Tad Jones and I were 30 years ago, Booker walked into Charity Hospital and expired finishing the first edition of Up From the Cradle of Jazz. Jon from a low-grade overdose. contacted a music publisher in another city seeking permission He sang about conspiracies of the Ku Klux Klan and CIA with to print lyrics from Booker’s “Junco Partner” as the final lines jocoserious intensity. He was also one of the finest piano players in “Piano Players,” the chapter that closes out with Booker. You in the legacy that runs like a silver thread from Jelly Roll Morton can print four lines from T.S. Eliot for free and most publishers to Professor Longhair, Allen Toussaint, Fats Domino, Art Neville happily give permission for more in the spirit of literature. Not so and then some. the pirates of music publishing. You can quote lyrics in an article It took chutzpah for Booker post-Angola to seek a friend in because it promotes the record. A book? You pay. District Attorney Harry Connick Sr. Booker became a mentor to Foose sent the guy the lines transcribed from a Booker record12-year-old Harry Jr., now a superstar. The friendship between ing. I still don’t know how someone grabs copyright on a song Booker and the Connicks is one of those mysteries that make this that came out of Angola prison through oral traditions but this is town so cosmic. America, where lawyers can do anything. The guy wrote back, Lilly Keber’s new documentary, Bayou Marahaja: The Tragic incensed. Said it was illegal to violate his copyright by adding Genius of James Booker, captures the kaleidoscopic personality these lyrics about a weed farm and having heroin and cocaine of the piano prince and the offbeat tones of the city where jazz by the bedside. The very idea of it! I guess Booker’s words were began. This is one gem of a movie. Both Connicks appear, reflectviolating his copyright every time someone bought the record or ing on Booker with sensitivity for the long reach of talent and sad heard the song and in whatever spiritual realm you inhabit, dear coloration of his life in full. James, I hope you’re laughing at the irony.

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Brother Can You Spare Some Magic Lee Barker’s enchanting life B Y G E O R G E G U R T N E R

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Nikes, look like they’ve just stepped out of a Norman Rockwell painting, are eyeballing the holy grail itself: The Heisman Trophy. College football’s highest award was donated to St. Stanislaus School long ago by perhaps its most famous alumni, Felix “Doc” Blanchard, of West Point fame. The two boys are mesmerized. Mesmerized, that is, until another great light of the Gulf Coast School walks past a far door and the two kids instinctively know that something magical is about to happen. They turn around on a dime. See ya later, Doc! The attraction today – as it is every day each summer, and at McGill-Toolen High School in Mobile, Ala., throughout the school year – is Brother Lee Barker, the 86-year-old Sacred Heart brother who once served as principal of the former St. Aloysius High School at Rampart and Esplanade avenues in New Orleans. “At various times in my life I had just about every title you could think of,” Barker says, “I’ve been teacher, principal, coach, athletic director, vocations director, provincial for my order … I lived out of my suitcase for so long.” The Thibodaux native spends his school days as a guidance services counselor at McGill-Toolen and when summers roll around he heads over to St. Stanislaus where he gives “character talks” to the camp-goers each morning. And through it all there’s the rabbit waiting to be pulled out of the hat (even if Barker has to make his own rabbit out of a handkerchief), the playing card that appears from behind a kid’s ear, the one coin that’s transformed into two. 52

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Doc Blanchard was good, but Brother Lee Barker is “something else,” as one youngster puts it. “I don’t care how old a person is, 10 or 100, when a magician starts performing, that person will perk up and pay attention,” Barker says. “Long ago, back in the 1980s, one of my jobs was to talk to students about church ministry: becoming priests, brothers and nuns. Well, I thought if my audience wasn’t hostile, they would at least be indifferent. I knew I needed an icebreaker … that’s when I got into magic. It worked then. It works now.” In 1982 Barker got in touch with a St. Stanislaus alum who had performed magic at his former school and who, as luck would have it, happened to be the president of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. Barker convinced the man to “teach me three tricks.” The next week, he went back to the magician and, “I asked him to teach me three more.” You can guess how many return visits the brother made to the magician. And now that he has a repertoire that would keep Houdini busy for a month. He is always anxious to show those sleights of hand as he travels between Pensacola and New Orleans more times throughout

the year than a Greyhound bus: schools, hospitals, nursing homes … just about any not-for-profit organization that operates to care for others; if there’s a crowd in need of a smile or a whimsical diversion, you can bet Brother Lee Barker, S.C. will be right there in the middle. The cost of a visit from the magical man of the cloth? “Not a cent,” Barker says. “My payment comes from seeing the smile on the face of an elderly lady who’s in a wheelchair or a child who has cancer. That’s a joy that’s worth more than all the money in the world.” “The man is incredible,” says Melissa McNichol, the executive director of Camp Rap-A-Hope, a fun-in-the-sun camp outside Mobile for children who have, or who have had cancer, where Barker is almost a fixture. “I’ve never seen anybody with a more generous heart or who has more of a rapport with children. We’ll have youngsters swimming in the lake or off involved in some other activity and when they see Brother Lee, they come flying out that water or from whatever it is they’re doing just to see him perform his magic tricks.” She continues, “In addition to the summer camp, we have family outings for the children and their families and Brother Lee comes to all of them. I wish he could be here every day.” The call to chow at St. Stanislaus, as it is at McGill-Toolen and with any other place to which the tall, avuncular religious brother brings his traveling magical show, quickly dissolves into the same scenario: kids stand in line for food, kids eat quickly and kids quickly disperse and reassemble around the table where Brother Lee sits. Eyes grow wide and mouths drop open and the dialogue is always peppered with “Wow!” “How in the world did he do that?” and “Brother do that one again … slowly this time.” Barker flips and flops a white handkerchief and asks a student to yank on one end of it. In an instant, all that twisting and turning transforms into a rabbit. There is applause all around and the crowd around the lunch table grows. “I do about 150 tricks in all,” Barker says. “I add to the repertoire little by little. I also teach magic. That’s what my clubs are all about. At one time I had four magic clubs in three different states.” He continues, “After Katrina, however, the trips from Mobile to New Orleans got a little heavy. I used to come to Stanislaus for a meeting, spend the night with the brothers then go to New Orleans and head back to Mobile the next day. Well after the storm, the brothers here lived in trailers. There was no room for guests. I had to let go of one of the clubs in New Orleans. But I was fortunate; a professional magician took my place there.” A cafeteria worker comes up and comments on Barker’s stamina and says, “It’s amazing how you just keep going and going.” “It’s not magic,” Barker says. “I see a lot of doctors … for preventative maintenance.” Even as the kids filter out of the cafeteria and off toward their next planned activities, Brother Lee Barker sits with a friend at a table and can’t help fidgeting with an unknown gadget that just promises to pour forth a genie. He looks toward the door through which the last kid has disappeared. He smiles. “I’ve had a lot of jobs during my career,” he says. “I never cried leaving any of them … except one: an orphanage. There were kids there from 6 to 17 years of age. I spent two weeks with them. These were kids that nobody wanted. You knew they were so dependent on you and that you had this marvelous opportunity to put something, some meaning into their lives … to let them know they meant something … that they had worth. The brothers took care of them and I realized that I was a brother and it all came into clear focus. I guess over my lifetime I’ve touched the lives of maybe 25,000 kids and I’m still doing it … at my age. And I still love it! That’s the real magic!” myneworleans.com

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Adventures In Dog Sitting

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break. I don’t have to paint my toenails again until hot weather. Same thing with shaving my legs. There is still a month to buy Christmas presents. My mother-in-law says she’ll cook Thanksgiving dinner, and I just have to bring the pie. Rouses’ pies ain’t bad. But especially: I don’t have Skeets this year. But don’t get no ideas. Skeets ain’t no stomach problem or sexual transmission disease or nothing like that. I am talking about a dog. This dog belongs to the mother-in-law of my sister-in-law, Gloriosa. I am also talking about my son Gargoyle’s ex-girlfriend – I’ll explain about her in a minute. Even though the dog has an official name, Lady Skeeter MacReeter, being as she’s a registered pedigreed, she don’t know how important she is. She is a nice little thing who follows you around and smiles with her tongue lolling out like dogs do. Gloriosa’s mother and father-in-law are taking a 10-day cruise to somewhere, and they entrust little Skeets to Gloriosa. There ain’t no love lost between Gloriosa and her mother-in-law, so Gloriosa thinks this is her chance to smooth things over. And then her husband surprises her with a five-day Thanksgiving trip to Sweden. (Gloriosa and her husband are the rich branch of the family.) The five days are in the middle of the in-laws’ 10-day trip, so Gloriosa asks my high-school daughter, Gladiola, to come over and dog-sit for $20 a day and unlimited use of her TV, which is the size of a billboard. Gladiola is delighted. Until the second day. Then she calls me, hysterical. Skeets had a digestive upset and did her business all over the Oriental rug in the living room. I go over and we clean it up and powder it down with baking soda – and call the vet. The vet says evidently her dog food isn’t agreeing with her, so Gladiola should cook chicken and rice for her until her owners gets back. The next night, to protect the rug, Gladiola coops her up in the kitchen. But Skeets gets lonesome. And she cries. And whines. And howls. So Gladiola calls me. And she cries. And whines. And howls. Finally me and my gentleman friend, Lust, offer to bring an air mattress over there so Gladiola can sleep in the kitchen with the dog. While they’re waiting for us, Gladiola and Skeets curl up and watch The Exorcist on the big TV. Bad idea. By the time we get there Gladiola is too terrified to let us leave. She and me wind up sleeping together upstairs and Lust sleeps on the air mattress in the kitchen with the dog. Lust sleeps fine, but Skeets don’t. She has another digestive upset and the next morning we got to clean up the kitchen floor. I ask Gladiola how she cooked Skeets’ chicken and rice, and she tells me she bought it at Popeyes. Extra spicy. I decide Skeets needs to

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come home with me. I can cook bland chicken and rice; I got no Oriental rugs, and Lust says he ain’t about to sleep on nobody’s kitchen floor again. It works. Skeets is cured – although Lust is still kind of grouchy. Problem is, this dog gets very upset if she’s alone, and the next day is Thanksgiving. We got dinner at my mother-in-law, Ms. Larda’s. I call and ask if I can bring Skeets along and Ms. Larda says sure. Before we go, I make sure to give Skeets her chicken and rice and take her to relieve herself. But I’m still nervous that somebody will feed her something else and we’ll have a disaster on Ms. Larda’s rug. Which isn’t Oriental, but still. So I’m a little distracted when my son Gargoyle arrives from LSU and introduces his new girlfriend. She was the Crab Queen of her hometown on the bayou, he says, and that strikes me funny and I try not to snicker. I guess I don’t pay attention to what else he says. I should have, because her name is Skeets. Now who would name a girl Skeets? Bad enough for a dog. And just like the dog, she got an official name, Sara Kit Estes. But she goes by Skeets. Which, like I said, I don’t hear. Ms. Larda is already announcing it’s time to eat. Now, when the entire Gunch family eats together we don’t have enough table room, so we spill over into the living room and wherever we can find chairs and eat out of our laps. After everybody has their plate and we say the grace, I stand up and announce, “Don’t nobody give nothing extra to Skeets. She got a stomach problem.” Skeets, the girl – who don’t have a stomach problem, even if she’s on the roundish side – is sitting right behind me. I guess her eyes bug out a little, but I don’t see this. After a while I notice Skeets, the dog, going from person to person with big sad eyes, and I say real loud, “Skeets! No more for you. You ate enough!” Unfortunately Skeets, the girl, happens to be getting seconds at the time. She and Gargoyle left out the back door right after I yelled at the dog that I was going to put her out in the yard if she kept bothering people. Evidently that ended Gargoyle’s romance with Skeets, the girl. He said later – after a lot of explaining from both sides – that it was probably for the best, so I guess his heart ain’t broken. Now I got to mention two more things I’m thankful for: Gloriosa and them will be home this year, so they’ll have Thanksgiving dinner with us. And nobody named Skeets will be there. LORI OSIECKI ILLUSTRATION

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really know why, except maybe that it was my birthday on Monday, and I still kind of act like a spoiled brat on my birthday. Also, Georgia has been sick with Hand, Foot and Mouth disease, and between her misery and my lack of sleep, I’ve just been in a mood. I think it started when I read something a fellow mommy blogger had written about how her living room was a mess and her kids were screaming but how she wouldn’t want to be anywhere else in the world. I get that sentiment; I really do. I feel that way myself most of the time. But not that night. “Ugh,” I thought, looking at my own messy living room and listening to my own screaming kids. “I can think of 100 places I would rather be than right here right now: the beach, the bookstore, a quiet room, taking a solitary drive in the country – anywhere but here on my stained sofa with a teething, sick toddler and a feisty, sassy 6-year-old who doesn’t want to do her math homework, with ketchup smeared on my pajama pants and ranch dressing smeared on the ottoman and snot (not my own) smeared on my T-shirt and the TV blaring the same episode of ‘Yo Gabba Gabba’ I’ve seen 87 times this week alone.” Then a friend of mine emailed me the day after my birthday, partially to wish me a happy birthday and partially to ask if I liked the timing of my birthday because she and her husband were contemplating starting a family and September was “the only month that would work” for them. That kind of mindset makes me a little bit angry and a little bit jealous and a little bit smug and a little bit sad and really a little bit of everything. My very first due date was actually my own birthday, but that pregnancy ended 14 weeks along, and I had Ruby four days before Christmas, something I never would’ve planned. The idea that someone could be so … naïve? hopeful? delusional? … as to think that having a baby is really just as easy as picking the date that works best for you, counting back nine months and having sex – I don’t know. I think it was more my crummy mood than anything, but I didn’t feel gratitude for the two little miracles that I brought into the world with the help of almost 1,000 injections of blood thinner so much as I felt an urge to write back, “If you’re that much of a control freak, just don’t have kids.” I think I’ll write a kinder, gentler version of that soon – her question was meant in a good way and she’s a good person, but giving up any sense of control is really a crucial step in both pregnancy and parenting – but I was just cranky. Definitely cranky. I knew I needed an attitude adjustment when Georgia woke burning up and crying hysterically at 3 a.m., and my first emotion was a stab of envy as I thought of the Catholic priest I was set to interview the following day. I am not all that religious, honestly, but when you’re struggling to administer a rapidly melt56

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ing Tylenol suppository to a screaming, miserable infant in the middle of the night, a quiet child-free life of contemplation starts to seem at least a little bit appealing. I tried, repeatedly, to tell myself I was being a jerk for not being more grateful for the wonderful things in my life: my beautiful, charming daughters; my sweet, funny stepson; my brilliant husband who cooks and cleans and rocks the baby to sleep and makes me laugh a lot; my dad who is 75 and robustly healthy and volunteers as a notary at the public library; my awesome mom who watches my kids all the time and fields my frantic phone calls and works with at-risk youth; my in-laws who are generous with their time and affection; my home in a safe neighborhood; a grocery budget that allows for fresh fruit and veggies and organic milk. I am extremely fortunate. I know this. Somehow, though, knowing you should be grateful doesn’t always translate into gratitude. When I was pregnant, for example, I knew how lucky I was and how much I wanted my babies. But gratitude was hard to come by when a Red Lobster commercial made me puke into my lap or bruises from the blood thinner made my entire stomach a gross purply-blue. The overall gratitude for what I had was there; it was just buried under the unpleasant but very real details. In the midst of my bad attitude last night, though, Ruby mysteriously disappeared for about 10 minutes, and when she came back into the (messy) living room, the front of her shirt was soaking wet. “I know you’re tired because the baby isn’t sleeping, Mom, so I did the dishes for you,” she said. I went in to the kitchen to find the floor covered in soapsuds, the waterlogged sponge dripping off the counter and dried pasta still clinging to the bottom of the “clean” pot. But Ruby flung her damp self at me, so proud of her attempted good deed, and then feverish Georgia toddled over and held out her arms and said, “Up? Up, Mama? Hug?” And suddenly, there was no place I would rather be. Excerpted from Eve Kidd Crawford’s blog, Joie d’Eve, which appears each Friday on MyNewOrleans.com. For comments: Info@NewOrleansMagazine.com.

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Streetcars line up for passengers on a 1958 Mardi Gras.

ew O rleans streetcars are an integral part of Many New Orleanians still take the streetcar for New Orleanians’ experience, and children’s streetcar memories their daily commute to work. In the past, when usually begin in family company. Paulette Perrien notes that you tired of reading the over-the-seats ad for when her children were young “we would get on the streetcar on Speed Writing Shorthand (“u cn gt a gd jb w mo Carrollton Avenue, and get off on Canal at Carondelet Street, and go to D. H. pa”), you could browse the “Riders’ Digest.” Back Holmes for lunch. That was fun, riding with young children. You’d hold one when New Orleans Public Service, Inc., ran the and sit one by the window.” transit system, each car had a holder for a stack of Ken Kolb remembers taking the streetcar downtown to the orthodontist. these small newsletters. “I used to like to stand in front by the conductor and watch him move the NOPSI operated public transportation from 1922 lever to control the speed. Sometimes, the front window would be open and to ’83, and published “Riders’ Digest” from the you would get the wind in your face.” Pherabe Kolb relates how her younger ’40s until ’83. “Riders’ Digest” contained both brother Kenneth lost his hat out of the streetcar window Tracking the Internet and Cora Lee Larks got them It is possible to experience streetcars online. The website off the car so they could walk NewOrleansHistorical.org, (with a free downloadable app for your back to get it. smartphone) holds a wealth of stories about everything New Cherie Schneider recalls Orleans, along with videos and photographs to help you find out that when she was a student at about old car lines, the women who were hired for streetcar work Newcomb College she could in World War II, streetcar unions and strikes. The website is a take the streetcar down St. project of the History Department of the University of New Orleans Charles Avenue to her grandand the Communication Department of Tulane University. If you mother’s tea room – later have stories to add to the site, contact Dr. Michael Mizell-Nelson Corinne Dunbar’s restaurant.

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corporate and general news items and announcements (the company ran the electric and gas utilities as well as city transit), jokes, (“How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice, practice.”) sports news and a popular local history column titled “Did You Know?” Thomas Ewing Dabney of The Times-Picayune was credited with writing some of those columns, as was author Charles “Pie” Dufour. The New Orleans Public Library has a collection of “Riders’ Digest” issues, and an online list of the history column topics, with the date each ran, can be found at NewOrleansPublicLibrary.org. Sometimes current fashion didn’t mix well with streetcars. As Karen Brown recalls of her 1970s era commute, “in those days, my skirt wasn’t that long – it didn’t come down to my fingertips. Getting on the streetcar with that little bitty skirt and my platform shoes, you had to turn sideways to get up the step – and I could do it!” Carolyn Brown (no relation to Karen Brown) still commutes by streetcar. In the past, she regularly read “Riders’ Digest,” but today, “I have my MP3 player in my ear.” Tourists are frequent fellow passengers, and she’s happy to identify landmarks for them. Plus, there are many regular riders on her route: “you may not know them by name but you recognize them.” The worst day for a streetcar ride? “It’s the day before Mardi Gras. The police have to go in front of the car with a bull horn to get the people off the tracks.” She admits that sometimes she likes to sit in what was once the conductor’s seat (when it’s unoccupied at the rear of the car.) “I can see the world going backwards.” Usually, she sits in the regular seats. “I leave the front seats (the sideways ones, formerly called the ‘beauty seats’) for tourists and senior citizens.” The St. Charles Streetcar has been named a National Historic Landmark; there are lines now on Canal Street, Loyola Avenue and the Riverfront, and others are planned, but streetcars once ran on many different city streets. Everyone rode. Walter Carroll remembers hearing that on the old Prytania Street car line (closed in 1932), a Mrs. Bruns would go from her home on Prytania Street to shop for groceries at Solari’s in the French Quarter, and when she arrived back home, the conductor would stop the car and carry in her bags for her. Dr. Michael Mizell-Nelson is now on the faculty of the University of New Orleans, but he did his doctoral dissertation at Tulane University on the subject of streetcars: “Challenging and Reinforcing White Control of Public Space: Race Relations on New Orleans Streetcars, 1861-1965.” Mizell was also one of those responsible for a television documentary, Streetcar Stories, on WYES-TV (for more information visit StreetcarStories.org). Mizell was born in New Orleans, and he used a transit pass to take the streetcar to Benjamin Franklin High School when it was located on Carrollton Avenue. His son will be using a pass for the first time this year. Don Hubbard, who lives on St. Charles Avenue today in the bed and breakfast he and his wife own, also used a transit pass when he was a student at Walter L. Cohen High School. In those days, as Mizell’s dissertation records, there were signs in streetcars and buses that marked the racial distinction line: blacks were relegated to the rear. In 1958, the signs were removed and transit was integrated. As Hubbard recalls, “they integrated the year I graduated from high school.” Hubbard and his school friends decided to mark the midnight integration, and boarded a bus on Freret Street about 11:45 p.m. “By midnight we were at Washington Avenue, and I got off for my stop. I just took that sign with me.” The sign today can be seen at the Hubbard Mansion, 3535 St. Charles Ave. That is right on the car line. myneworleans.com

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Facing page: The open floor plan features a large living room overlooking the rear loggia and lap pool; interior designer Leah Richardson is credited with perfectly executing the wishes of Janace to create a restful setting; a coffered ceiling and elegant limestone tile floors add interest to the space. Top: Designed by Dodie Smith (C. Spencer Smith, AIA, LLC) and constructed by Thomas “Tommy” Gennusa III (TAG Homes, Inc.), the home was built by Janace and Thomas J. “Tom” Gennusa II on a quiet street in Old Metairie. Above: Thomas A. “Tom” Gennusa II and three of his four children (left to right): Lisa Flood, Gina Piacun and Thomas A. “Tommy” Gennusa III.

n a q u iet neighborhood near three of their fo u r children , J anace

and Thomas A. “Tom” Gennusa II built their dream home. It was a carefully planned and executed project with their son Thomas A. “Tommy” Gennusa III (TAG Homes, Inc.) serving as the contractor. “We knew we would have a quality home with Tommy as our builder,” says Tom, an attorney with Gennusa, Piacun & Ruli. Janace and Tom selected Dodie Smith (C. Spencer Smith, AIA, LLC) as their architect and Leah Richardson as interior designer. “Janace had a vision of everything she wanted in our new home,” Tom continues. “No detail was too small for her attention.” Fortunately, with Tommy, Dodie and Leah signed up as a team, it did turn out to be Janace’s dream home. myneworleans.com

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Tom goes on to explain that even the lap pool adjoining the loggia was Janace’s concept, “She wanted it to be elegant as well as functional. It was her idea to have the unique water fountain coming out of the tile wall behind the pool, and since there’s an iron fence between the pool and loggia she knew it would be a safe place for our nine grandchildren to enjoy.” When the home was completed the Gennusa family had a great celebration. “We are all very family oriented,” Tom says. “It was a happy time for all of us.” Unfortunately, Janace became ill several months later and passed away. “There’s sadness in each 62

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of our hearts that she isn’t here to be enjoying our lovely home, and yet we all know the house is a constant reminder of how special she was.” The open floor plan features the living room, dining room and kitchen all overlooking the loggia and swimming pool. The shelves flanking the fireplace in the living room were designed to be just the right size to display the beautiful pottery Janace created. There is a special restful feeling in the living space that’s bathed in a soft cream color. Lush furnishings provide a cozy setting, while an elegant large chandelier hangs from the

Facing page, top: The dining room accommodates 10 for family meals. Facing page, bottom left: In keeping with the neutral feeling of the rest of the open floor plan, the kitchen features a large island with a second sink. Facing page, bottom right: One corner of the living room is devoted to a unique dining nook complete with a banquette, two lucite arm chairs and an oval table. This page, top left: The winding stairway designed by architect Dodie Smith fits snuggly against the wall of the entry. Top right: A special place for prayer and meditation was created in the sitting room that adjoins the master bedroom. The christening dress used by the Gennusa children and many of the grandchildren has a place of honor on the couch. Left: The first-floor master suite features a bedroom and sitting room overlooking the pool.

handsome coffered ceiling. Limestone tile floors are featured throughout the entire downstairs, except for the all marble master bathroom. “Janace came up with the idea to tuck a banquette in one corner of the living room,” Tom says. “She said it would be an ideal place for the two of us to enjoy breakfast or lunch.” An oval table and two lucite armchairs complete the setting. The dining room adjoins the kitchen and adds to the feeling of elegance with eight traditional leather covered chairs and end chairs upholstered in a soft cream-colored fabric.

The architect’s favorite feature in the house is the unique winding stairway that hugs the wall in the entry. “It took careful planning to design a stairway that would be attractive, yet unobtrusive,” Dodie Smith says. Also downstairs is the master suite, featuring a bedroom, bathroom and sitting room that doubles as a prayer room. “Janace wanted a special space where we could have devotions and keep our religious memorabilia,” Tom says. “It overlooks the pool and seems to complete her dream of having a house that would always be very personal to us. Her memory is ever here.” myneworleans.com

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Hanging out is fun to do at Dick & Jenny’s, which maintains its casual, almost residential dining room feel.

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n fa l l , c o m fort i ng m ea l s ser v e d i n c o z y with black truffle and jumbo lump crab in a decaenvironments just seem to fit the season. Scattered around Uptown are dent fontina cream sauce. Among the more popular several places that satisfy this urge, among them Dick & Jenny’s and Italian dishes is a pappardelle featuring duck confit, Martinique Bistro. Both are owned by business partners Kelly Barker charred red peppers and mustard greens. and Cristiano Raffignone, who purchased Dick & Jenny’s several months back Chef Mason strikes a balance, marrying the foods in a fortuitous bit of kismet, according to their executive chef Lyndsay Mason. of Italy and Louisiana and altering them slightly “We initially wanted to bring Cristiano’s (their Italian restaurant in Houma) to bring them more into harmony under one tent. to New Orleans,” Mason says. “So we started with a Christiano’s pop-up once a Going into fall, look for Mason to feature items with week at Martinique’s for six months. Then we learned that Dick & Jenny’s was deeper flavors such as osso bucco and other lowfor sale and it was a perfect fit.” and-slow-braised dishes highlighting earthier meats The new owners were savvy enough not to tamper too much with what like bison or rabbit. “Think dishes that will make already worked. They retained Dick & Jenny’s chef Stacy Hall in the kitchen, you want to curl up with a bottle of red wine and as well as most of the other staff. Intact too is much of the pre-existing menu, hang out,” Mason says. although now it includes a large selection of northern Italian dishes that Mason Hanging out is fun at Dick & Jenny’s, which mainbrought with him from Christiano’s. Other Cool Vibes “Dick & Jenny’s is a beautiful place. A little gem,” Other comforting nooks to seek out fall dinMason says. “The menu is a wonderful menu that ing include Café Degas on Esplanade Avenue, people have grown to love over the years. There right, Mat and Naddie’s on River Road and are certain dishes that have been there since they Dante’s Kitchen in the Riverbend. All offer opened and we didn’t want to take those away.” either open or covered outdoor dining areas Now alongside the corn-fried oysters and fried as well as indoor dining rooms that feel more green tomatoes with lump crab and dill remoulade, like a living room than a restaurant, typically you’ll find options like beef carpaccio with lemon, filled with local art and an eclectic vibe. caper and arugula as well as an uber-rich raviolini

tains its casual, almost residential dinFinding Fall ing room feel with unique plates comFlavors memorating its founding customers Dick & Jenny’s hung above the main bar. A beefed 4501 Tchopitoulas St. up cocktail program begs exploring, 894-9880 and the low-ceilinged bar in the back DickAndJennys.com is perfect for lounging with friends. Lunch Tuesdays-Fridays; Keep an eye open for a new Sunday dinner Mondays-Saturdays brunch service, which Mason hopes Martinique Bistro to have up and running by press time. 5908 Magazine St. And contrary to popular perception, 891-8495 Dick & Jenny’s does take reservations. MartiniqueBistro.com Over at Martinique Bistro, chef Dinner Tuesdays-Sundays; Eric LaBouchere’s French-Colonial brunch Saturdays-Sundays inspired fare has reached a wider range of influence of late. Sharing menu space with Parisian classics such as escargots aux champignons in late summer were innovations like a chilled watermelon gazpacho with blue crab. An icy melon ball-sized scoop of cucumber-lime granita in the middle acted like a cooling time release capsule, infusing the soup with a bright top note of citrus. “We like to try and bring in watermelon when it’s in season and this was a refreshing way to feature it,” LaBouchere says of the dish. “The crabmeat sinks to the bottom so you have this marinated crab meat sort of thing going on when you get to the end that people really love.” While the gazpacho will have rolled off the menu by November, it highlights LaBouchere’s creative approach to cuisine. Working mostly through French techniques, he tackles non-traditional (and more regional) ingredients. “We’ve always been classified as a French bistro kind of place, but I’ve never wanted to be pigeonholed by that. I like to look to Marseille, as well as Algeria and Tunisia. Wherever there was French colonization going on, I consider it fair game,” LaBouchere says. Diners will see this in his socca, a chickpea crêpe filled unconventionally with feta, hummus and ratatouille, then drizzled with chili oil. Marseille gets a nod with the fish stew, spiked with a sharp, garlicy rouille. A lot of his widespread inspiration gets its flavor from produce sourced from the VEGGI Farmer’s Cooperative in New Orleans East, which connects small Vietnamese farmers with area restaurants and markets. “I’m always looking for some new herb or product, and these guys are all about that. They’ve got stuff I’d never heard of before. Love it.” LaBouchere works the new items into his menu, swapping out the mirliton in his slaw with a more unconventional Vietnamese squash, for example. Sometimes all the various influences come together in dishes like his Gulf shrimp and Maine lobster with green papaya-vermicelli salad, toasted cashews, coconut, lemon grass and lobster broth. This autumn, look for regional Cushaw squash to appear in a soup preparation featuring orange zest and saffron accents. A roasted oyster mushroom beignet rolls on as well, its namesake ingredients sourced from a purveyor on the Northshore who also brings in Muscadine grapes, which LaBouchere boils down to use in a gastrique. Shrimp and charred eggplant figure into a soup which references classic New Orleans dishes like shrimp and eggplant dressing. The charming patio at Martinique is tented now, a bit of a mixed blessing. It stabilizes and opens up the seating capacity of the small indoor dining room, especially in inclement weather, but on clear nights one might miss the skies above. The owners are looking to strike a balance with a retractable system in the near term, but in the meantime the tent does mean that outdoor dining there is an option going deep into fall. myneworleans.com

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Restaurant August is chef John Besh’s flagship restaurant and one of the best restaurants in New Orleans. It is a place where inventive, delicious food is served in an elegant setting. Until recently the brain behind most of that food was chef Mike Gulotta, who had served as chef de cuisine at August since 2007. Chef Gulotta left Restaurant August in, appropriately, August, and by the time you read this, may already have opened his new Southeast Asian-inspired restaurant, MoPho (514 City Park Ave.) near Delgado’s Mid-City campus. MoPho doesn’t have a phone number yet, but as

Tujague’s chef Richard Bickford

Chef Richard Bickford was named executive chef at Tujague’s restaurant (823 Decatur St.) around the same time that chef Pulsinelli took over at August. The difference is that Tujague’s hasn’t historically had a “named chef” in its kitchen. Another change: there’s now an à la carte menu in addition to the classic table d’hôte menu with shrimp remoulade and

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the restaurant is located about seven blocks from my home, expect to read more about it here in a few months. Chef Gulotta’s position at Restaurant August (301 Tchoupitoulas St.) has been filled by chef Todd Pulsinelli, who has been with chef Besh’s restaurant group for close to a decade. Chef Pulsinelli most recently served as executive chef at Besh Steak in Harrah’s Casino, but before that was at Domenica and American Sector. Chef Pulsinelli was born in Germany and raised in Ohio, which is located somewhere to the north

Creole brisket. Chef Bickford comes to Tujague’s by way of Commander’s Palace and SoBou, and he’s added items such as softshell crab BLT, brisket poor boy and gnocchi with crab and mushroom to the menu’s more traditional offerings. It is an interesting time for the city’s secondoldest restaurant, and I’m sure not everyone will greet the changes enthusiastically, but not very long ago there was a question whether Tujague’s would still exist as a restaurant. The fact that it’s still around is a testament to the passion local diners have for classic restaurants, and a testament to the enduring quality of Creole food. You can make a reservation by calling 525-8676.

Restaurant August chef Todd Pulsinelli

of Louisiana, I believe. Do not expect a sea-change at August. While some of the menu items are changing, the aesthetic approach today is pretty much the same as it was under Gulotta; chef Pulsinelli has added a few items to the menu, and will

undoubtedly add more, but August will always serve locally sourced products, prepared with serious attention to detail. Again, look for more about how August evolves under Pulsinelli’s leadership as it occurs. You can reach the restaurant by calling 299-9777.

Closing on the classic New Orleans restaurant note, Broussard’s (819 Conti St.) has re-opened after changing ownership over the summer. When I heard that chef Gunther Preuss and his wife Evelyn had sold their French Quarter restaurant to Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts I was concerned, not just because I have, every year for the last decade or so, spent some time in the courtyard of Broussard’s on the Friday before Mardi Gras. I am lucky to have Andreas Preuss, son of Gunther and Evelyn as a friend and co-conspirator in certain Carnival-related activities. Then, too, I have to admit that the other restaurants operated by Creole Cuisine seemed to be aimed at tourists rather than locals. Then I saw that the same folks were opening Kingfish, and had hired chef Greg Sonnier, and that Chris Ycaza was involved in the front-of-house at the new Broussard’s, and my concerns were allayed. The renovation to the place, which was already beautiful, has been fantastic, and chef Guy Reinbolt will, if nothing else, continue the tradition of having a chef fluent in German in the kitchen at Broussard’s. Chef Reinbolt is French, but from a town near Alsace, so there’s that. He has most recently been the executive chef at the Sheraton New Orleans, and one would think the new gig will give him a chance to engage his creative side more than the former. Broussard’s can be reached by calling 581-3866.

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Oyster Dressing High-season for the bivalve by Dale Curry

he f irst di sh I go to on T hanksg ivi ng i s the oyster d ress ing .

It isn’t that I don’t love a juicy, freshly cooked turkey or a sinful pecan pie, but there’s nothing like those peak-of-season fresh oysters bubbling in a perfectly seasoned bed of French breadcrumbs baked to a buttery crust. I can’t wait. I have had the pleasure – and will again in a week or so – of being judge at the oyster cook-off at Gulf Shores’ famous party palace called The Hangout. Set on the Gulf of Mexico beach in Alabama where Highway 59 ends, The Hangout welcomes all travelers whether they turn left or right along the long coast of high rises and beach homes.

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Since oysters would be my choice for a last meal, I feel qualified to judge and love nothing better than seeing – and tasting – the many creative ways chefs dress up the lowly mollusk. The last time I judged there I tasted an entry of oysters Rockefeller topped with crab meat and another topped with crawfish. One booth served candied oysters. In the raw category, my favorite shellfish was blanketed with pico de gallo and guacamole; another was covered in Japanese seaweed salad and creamy wasabi. It is hard to beat a naked oyster, but it sure is fun to try these dandies. There was no oyster dressing among the entries, although there should be since the contest closely precedes the favorite American holiday. I have my own recipe for oyster dressing that I tweak from year to year. We have two dressings at our table, one for the oyster eaters and cornbread dressing for those with Deep South tastes. I always feel free to spice up the oyster dressing the way I like it because some people, especially the children, don’t like oysters or cayenne pepper. I try to hone the children’s tastes into what I consider “normal,” and that’s spicy and loaded with oysters. Another way to crowd oysters into your holiday menu is with a soup. Oyster stew has been a specialty at our house for eons, but I’ve recently tried adding fresh spinach and mushrooms and like it even better. I never serve soup on Thanksgiving because there are so many other must-haves, but for small groups or those wanting something different, I think soup is the perfect choice. I invented this version when fall was just arriving, when I love nothing better than soup and a good bread for dinner. For those who love charbroiled oysters – and who doesn’t – it looks like you have to buy oysters in their shells by the sack or half-sack, if you can get them at all. I talked to Al Sunseri, president of P&J Oyster Company, and he said he used to sell a mini-sack retail for those who wanted just 100 to 120 oysters,

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but industry problems since the 2010 oil spill in the Gulf has left his 137-year-old business with barely enough oysters to serve the wholesale business. “Oysters, in particular, are absolutely at the lowest production levels in my 35 years of being in the business,” he said. “If we have any extra, we will sell them to the public.” Some oyster retail outlets offer sacks and half-sacks when oysters are plentiful, but they were in short supply earlier in the season. Let us hope for a boom as Thanksgiving arrives.

Oyster-SpinachMushroom Soup 3 dozen oysters with oyster liquid (1 1/2 cups if possible) 4 Tablespoons butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 bunch green onions, chopped, white and green parts divided 2 ribs celery, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1 9-ounce bag fresh spinach 3 cups whole milk Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning 4 whole cloves 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire

sauce 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leafed parsley

Strain oysters, reserving liquid, and check for and remove any shell. Set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, to make a blonde roux. Add white part of green onions, celery and garlic and cook over low heat until wilted. Add mushrooms and sauté 1 minute more. As mixture thickens, stir in 1 cup of milk. Add spinach, a little at a time, and cook until wilted. Gradually

add remaining milk and oyster liquid, stirring. Add seasonings with little salt, as oysters may be salty. Cover and simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes. Add oysters and simmer until they curl. Adjust seasonings, add green onion tops and parsley, and simmer for a few more minutes. Remove cloves. If not serving immediately, reheat gently, stirring occasionally. Do not bring to a boil or overheat. Overheating will toughen oysters. Serves 4

Thanksgiving Oyster Dressing 4 dozen large oysters or 5 to 6 dozen small, depending on size, including their liquid 1 long loaf poor boy French bread, stale 2 cups chicken or turkey broth made from neck and giblets, except liver 1 stick butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1 bunch green onions, chopped, white and green parts separated

3 ribs celery, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 teaspoons minced fresh 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 eggs, beaten 1/4 cup chopped flat-leafed parsley

Strain oysters and reserve liquid. Check oysters and discard any shell. Set aside oysters and liquid. Tear or cut French bread into 1-inch pieces and place in a large bowl. Pour oyster liquid and 1 1/2 cups of broth over bread and let it soak while you prepare other ingredients. Heat butter in a large skillet and sauté onion, white onions and celery until wilted. Add garlic and sauté a minute more. Transfer mixture into bowl of bread. Add seasonings, eggs, green

onions and parsley and mix well. Mixture should be very moist. If at all dry, add other half-cup of broth. Pour into a large baking dish or pan and bake in a preheated

350-degree oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until fluffed and slightly crisp on top. It is best to bake the dressing just before serving. Serves 6 to 10 people, depending on size of menu

Looking for Oysters? Try more than 100 different raw and cooked oyster dishes Sat., Nov. 9 at The Hangout, 101 E. Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores, Ala. The sixth annual Oyster Cook-Off, presented by Alabama Gulf Seafood, opens at 11 a.m. and lasts until the oysters run out around 3 to 4 p.m. The event will feature live music, fresh seafood, games and prizes. Chefs will enter three categories: Rockefeller, Gulf Coast Cajun and Create Your Own Raw Oyster. Admission is free, and tasting tickets are sold for $2 each or $30 per book of 20. And, if Louisiana oysters are what you want, you’ll find plenty of them at the Oak Street Po-Boy Festival, Sun, Nov. 24 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The festival has everybody’s favorite kind of poor boy on Oak Street between S. Carrollton Avenue and Eagle Street. Last year’s winner in the seafood category was Redfish Grill for – what else? – an oyster poor boy.

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keeping score, the margarita has been America’s favorite cocktail. Despite a lot of variations in ingredients and quantities, in its essence the margarita is a pretty simple mixture of tequila, citrus and sweetener. But the traditional Mexican presentation of the drink is in the form of three separate components, not made like a cocktail but presented individually with you combining them in your mouth. The colors of the Bandera represent the colors of the Mexican flag: green, white and red. In fact the word bandera in Spanish means flag. Like the colors of Carnival, each of the colors of the Mexican flag and the drink, Bandera, has meaning. Green stands for joy and love; white for purity and peace; red for bravery and strength. The latest dining project from The Taste Buds, the same team that brought you Zea Restaurants, is Mizado, newly constructed and just opened on the corner of Metairie Road and Pontchartrain Expressway. The Bandera is their signature cocktail. For those of you who are cocktail-making challenged, here is your shot at success – no mixing required.

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Bandera 2 ounces each, in separate glasses: freshly squeezed lime juice, a palate cleanser; tequila, silver grade; and Sangrita.

The last ingredient, Sangrita, is a little tricky since most Bandera lovers won’t reveal even one of the essential items in the mix, nor do they disclose quantities. But Sangrita is orange juice, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, lime juice and a secret blend of peppers and spices. We did manage to learn that dried chili peppers play a key role. After that, you’re on your own to create your Sangrita for your Bandera, or let the gang at Mizado do it for you. As featured at Mizado Cocina, 5080 Pontchartrain Blvd.

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5 Fifty 5 Restaurant Marriott Hotel, 555 Canal St., 553-5638, French Quarter, 555Canal.com. B, L, D daily. This restaurant offers innovative American fare such as lobster macaroni and cheese, seasonal Gulf fish with crab and mâche salad with boudin. Many of the dishes receive an additional touch from their wood-burning oven. $$$$

7 on Fulton 701 Convention Center Blvd., 525-7555, CBD/Warehouse District, 7onFulton.com. B, L, D daily. Upscale and contemporary dining destination. $$$$

13 Restaurant and Bar 517 Frenchmen St., 942-1345, Faubourg Marigny, 13Monaghan. com. B, L, D daily, open until 4 a.m. Latenight deli catering to hungry club-hoppers. Bar and excellent jukebox make this a good place to refuel. $

Abita Brew Pub 72011 Holly St., (985) 892-5837, Abita Springs, AbitaBrewPub.com. L, D Tue-Sun. Famous for its Purple Haze and Turbodog brews, Abita serves up better-thanexpected pub food in their namesake eatery. “Tasteful” tours available for visitors. $$

Acme Oyster House 724 Iberville St., 5225973, French Quarter; 3000 Veterans Blvd., 309-4056, Metairie; 1202 N. Highway 190, (985) 246-6155, Covington; AcmeOyster.com. L, D daily. Known as one of the best places to eat oysters. $$

Aloha Sushi 1051 Annunciation St., 5660021, Warehouse District, SunRayGrill.com. L, D Tue-Sat. A large list of rolls, hot rice bowls, Asian-inspired soups, salads, cocktails and more. Visit for Sake Hour (4-6 p.m.): half-priced sake and three rolls for the price of two. $$

Ancora 4508 Freret St., 324-1636, Uptown, AncoraPizza.com. L Fri-Sat, D Mon-Sat. Authentic Neapolitan-style pizza fired in an oven imported from Naples keeps pizza connoisseurs coming back to this Freret Street hot-spot. The housemade charcuterie makes it a double-winner. New Orleans Magazine’s 20011 Pizza Restaurant of the Year. $$ Andrea’s Restaurant 3100 19th St., 8348583, Metairie, AndreasRestaurant.com. L Mon-Sat D daily, Br Sun. Indulge in osso buco and homemade pastas in a setting that’s both elegant and intimate; off-premise catering. New Orleans Magazine Honor Roll honoree 2009. $$$

Antoine’s 713 St. Louis St., 581-4422, French Quarter, Antoines.com. L Mon-Sat,

DINING GUIDE D Mon-Sat, Br Sun. This pinnacle of haute cuisine and birthplace of Oysters Rockefeller is New Orleans’ oldest restaurant. (Every item is á la carte, with an $11 minimum.) Private dining rooms are available. $$$$$

Arnaud’s 813 Bienville St., 523-5433, French Quarter, Arnauds.com. D daily, Br Sun. Waiters in tuxedos prepare Café Brulot tableside at this storied Creole grande dame in the French Quarter; live jazz during Sun. brunch. New Orleans Magazine’s 2011 Honor Roll winner. $$$$$

Audubon Clubhouse 6500 Magazine St., 212-5282, Uptown. B, L Tue-Sat, Br Sun. Nested among the oaks in Audubon Park, the beautifully situated clubhouse is open to the public and features a kid-friendly menu with New Orleans tweaks and a casually upscale sandwich and salad menu for adults. $$

August Moon 3635 Prytania St., 899-5129, 899-5122, Uptown, MoonNola.com. L, D Mon-Fri, D Sat. Lots of vegetarian offerings and reasonable prices make this dependable Chinese/Vietnamese place a popular choice for students and locals. Take-out and delivery available. $

Austin’s 5101 W. Esplanade Ave., 888-5533, Metairie, AustinsNo.com. D Mon-Sat. Mr. Ed’s upscale bistro serves contemporary Creole fare, including seafood and steaks. $$$ The Avenue Pub 1732 St. Charles Ave., 586-9243, Uptown, TheAvenuePub.com. L, D daily (kitchen open 24 hours a day). With more than 47 rotating draft beers, this pub also offers food including a cheese plate from St. James Cheese Co., a crab cake sandwich and the “Pub Burger.” $

Bacchanal Fine Wines and Spirits 600 Poland Ave., 948-9111, Bywater, BacchanalWine.com. L, D daily. The pop-up that started it all, this ongoing backyard music and food fest in the heart of Bywater carries the funky flame. Best of all, the front of house is a wine shop. $$

Barcelona Tapas 720 Dublin St., 861-9696, Riverbend, LetsEat.at/BarcelonaTapas. D TueSun. Barcelona Tapas is chef-owner Xavier Laurentino’s homage to the small-plates restaurants he knew from his hometown of Barcelona. The tapas are authentic, and the space, renovated largely by Laurentino himself, is charming. $

Basil Leaf Restaurant 1438 S. Carrollton Ave., 862-9001, Uptown, BasilLeafThai.com. L Mon-Fri, D daily. Thai food and sushi bar with a contemporary spin is served in this date-friendly establishment; private rooms

available. $$

Basin Seafood & Spirits 3222 Magazine St., 302-7391, Uptown. L, D Tue-Sat. The focus is on seafood at this uncluttered, contemporary joint venture between Colombian chef Edgar Caro from Barü Bistro & Tapas and Louisiana fishing guide Tommy Peters. Their generally lighter approach is represented in dishes such as whole grilled snapper as well as traditional favorites such as spicy boiled crawfish (in season). $$

Bayona 430 Dauphine St., 525-4455, French Quarter, Bayona.com. L Wed-Sat, D Mon-Sat. Chef Susan Spicer’s nationally acclaimed cuisine is served in this 200-year-old cottage. Ask for a seat on the romantic patio, weatherpermitting. $$$$$

The Beach House 2401 N. Woodlawn St., 456-7470, Metairie. L, D daily. Gumbo, steaks, lobsters, burgers and seafood are accompanied by live music each and every night. $$$

Besh Steak Harrah’s Casino, 8 Canal St., 533-6111, CBD/Warehouse District, HarrahsNewOrleans.com. D daily. Acclaimed chef John Besh reinterprets the classic steakhouse with his signature contemporary Louisiana flair. New Orleans Magazine’s Chef of the Year 2007. $$$$$

Bistro Daisy 5831 Magazine St., 899-6987, Uptown, BistroDaisy.com. D, Tue-Sat. Chef Anton Schulte and his wife Diane’s bistro, named in honor of their daughter, serves creative and contemporary bistro fare in a romantic setting along Magazine Street. The signature Daisy Salad is a favorite. $$$$

Blue Plate Café 1330 Prytania St., 3099500, Uptown. B, L Mon-Fri. Breakfasts and lunches are the hallmarks of this neighborhood spot. The Ignatius sandwich comes equipped with 10 inches of paradise. $

The Bombay Club Prince Conti Hotel, 830 Conti St., 586-0972, French Quarter, TheBombayClub.com. D daily. Popular martini bar appointed with plush British décor features live music during the week and late dinner and drinks on weekends. Nouveau Creole menu includes items such as Bombay drum. $$$$

Bon Ton Cafe 401 Magazine St., 524-3386, CBD/Warehouse District, TheBonTonCafe. com. L, D Mon-Fri. A local favorite for the oldschool business lunch crowd, it specializes in local seafood and Cajun dishes. $$$$

Bouche 840 Tchoupitoulas St., 267-7485, Warehouse District, BoucheNola.com. L, D Wed-Sat. Bouche is a mix of lounge, cigar bar and restaurant with an open kitchen serving

largely Southern food in portions Bouche calls “Partailles” – something larger than an appetizer but smaller than an entrée. $$$

Boucherie 8115 Jeannette St., 862-5514, Riverbend, Boucherie-Nola.com. L, D Tue-Sat. Serving contemporary Southern food with an international angle, Chef Nathaniel Zimet offers excellent ingredients, presented simply. New Orleans Magazine’s Best New Restaurant 2009. $$

Brigtsen’s 723 Dante St., 861-7610, Uptown, Brigtsens.com. D Tue-Sat. Chef Frank Brigtsen’s nationally-famous Creole cuisine makes this cozy Riverbend cottage a true foodie destination. $$$$$

Broken Egg Cafe 200 Girod St., (985) 2317125, Mandeville. B, Br, L daily. Breakfastcentric café in turn-of-the-century home offers a sprawling assortment of delicious items both healthy and decadent. $$

Brooklyn Pizzeria 4301 Veterans Blvd., 833-1288, Metairie, EatBrooklyn.net. L, D daily (Drive thru/take out). Pie shop on Vets specializes in New York-style thin crust. The pizza is the reason to come, but sandwiches and salads are offered as well. $

Byblos 1501 Metairie Road, 834-9773, Metairie; 3342 Magazine St., 894-1233, Uptown; 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., 8307333 Metairie; 29 McAlister Drive, Tulane University;2020 Veterans Blvd., 837-9777; ByblosRestaurants.com. L, D daily. Upscale Middle Eastern cuisine featuring traditional seafood, lamb and vegetarian options. $$

Café Adelaide Loews New Orleans Hotel, 300 Poydras St., 595-3305, CBD/Warehouse District, CafeAdelaide.com. B, D daily, L Mon-Fri. This offering from the Commander’s Palace family of restaurants has become a power-lunch favorite for businessmen and politicos. Also features the Swizzle Stick Bar. $$$$

Café Burnside Houmas House Plantation, 40136 Highway 942, (225) 473-9380, Darrow, HoumasHouse.com. L daily, Br Sun. Historic plantation’s casual dining option features dishes such as seafood pasta, fried catfish, crawfish and shrimp, gumbo and red beans and rice. $$

Café Degas 3127 Esplanade Ave., 945-5635, Mid-City, CafeDegas.com. L Wed-Sat, D WedSun, Br Sun. Light French bistro food including salads and quiche make this indoor/outdoor boîte a Faubourg St. John favorite. New Orleans Magazine’s 2010 French Restaurant of the Year. $$$

Café du Monde 800 Decatur St., 525-0454,

One Night Only Oyster Dinner at RioMar RioMar, 800 South Peters St., 525-3474, RioMarSeafood.com

On Fri., Nov. 1, RioMar, a Warehouse District Latin seafood restaurant, will be kicking off oyster season with a one-night-only oyster dinner. From 5:30-10 p.m., diners will be able to enjoy P&J oysters prepared five ways and a raw bar showcasing house-made hot sauces and mignonettes. Baked, char-grilled and fried oyster specialties will be available and each dish will be paired with a wine or specialty cocktail. For food lovers looking to forward to the upcoming oyster season, it’s a fun way to indulge in the versatility of one of the Gulf South’s favorites. – Mi r e l l a c a m e r a n

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French Quarter; One Poydras Suite 27, 5870841, New Orleans; 3301 Veterans Blvd., Suite 104, 834-8694, Metairie; 1401 West Esplanade, Suite 100, 468-3588, Kenner; 4700 Veterans Blvd., 888-9770, Metairie; 1814 N. Causeway Approach, Suite 1, (985) 951-7474, Mandeville; CafeDuMonde.com. This New Orleans institution has been serving fresh café au lait, rich hot chocolate and positively addictive beignets since 1862 in the French Market 24/7. $

for their generous portions of seafood and large deli sandwiches. $

Café Equator 2920 Severn Ave., 888-

Café Negril 606 Frenchmen St., 944-4744,

4772, Metairie, CafeEquator.com. L, D daily. Very good Thai food across the street from Lakeside Mall. Offers a quiet and oftoverlooked dining option in a crowded part of town. $$

Café Freret 7329 Freret St., 861-7890, Uptown, CafeFreret.com. B, L, D Fri-Wed. Convenient location near Tulane and Loyola universities makes this a place for students (and dogs) to indulge in decadent breakfasts, casual lunches and tasty dinners – and their “A la Collar” menu. $$ Café Giovanni 117 Decatur St., 529-2154, Downtown, CafeGiovanni.com. D daily. Live opera singers three nights a week round out the atmosphere at this contemporary Italian dining destination. The menu offers a selection of Italian specialties tweaked with a Creole influence and their Belli Baci happy hour adds to the atmosphere. $$$$

Café Luna 802 Nashville Ave., 269-2444, Uptown. B, L daily. Charismatic coffee shop in a converted house offers a range of panini, caffeinated favorites and free WiFi. The front porch is a prime spot for people-watching along adjacent Magazine Street. $

Café Maspero 601 Decatur St., 523-6250, French Quarter. L, D daily. Tourists line up

Café Minh 4139 Canal St., 482-6266, MidCity, CafeMinh.com. L Mon-Fri., D Mon-Sat. Chef Minh Bui and Cynthia Vutran bring their fusion-y touch with Vietnamese cuisine to this corner location. French accents and a contemporary flair make this one of the more notable cross-cultural venues in town. New Orleans Magazine’s 2010 Maître D’ of the Year. $$ Marigny. D daily. This music club draws locals in with their lineup of live reggae and blues. Tacos and BBQ in back are a plus for late-night revelers. $

Café Nino 1510 S. Carrollton Ave., 8659200, Carrollton. L, D daily. Nondescript exterior belies old-school Italian hideaway serving up red-sauce classics like lasagna, along with some of the more under-the-radar New York-style thin crust pizza in town. $$

Café Opera 541 Bourbon St., 648-2331, Inside Four Points by Sheraton, French Quarter. B, L daily, D Thu-Sat. Chef Philippe Andreani serves Creole and Continental classics on the site of the old French Opera House. Choices include crabmeat beignets with corn maque choux as well as fried green tomatoes with shrimp remoulade. Validated parking is offered for dine-in. Free valet parking. $$$

Cake Café 2440 Chartres St., 943-0010, Marigny, NolaCakes.com. B, L daily. The name may read cakes but this café, helmed by head baker Steve Himelfarb, offers a whole lot more, including fresh baked goods and a full breakfast menu along with sandwiches. A popular place to while away a slow New Orleans morning with a coffee

and a slice. $

Camellia Grill 626 S. Carrollton Ave., 3092679, Uptown; 540 Chartres St., 533-6250, Downtown. B, L, D daily, until 1 a.m. SunThu and 3 a.m. Fri-Sat. The venerable diner has reopened following an extensive renovation and change in ownership (in 2006). Patrons can rest assured that its essential character has remained intact and many of the original waiters have returned. The new downtown location has a liquor license and credit cards are now accepted. $

locations in New Orleans, Metairie and Northshore, CCsCoffee.com. Coffeehouse specializing in coffee, espresso drinks and pastries. $

Chateau du Lac 2037 Metairie Road, 831-3773, Old Metairie, ChateauduLacBistro. com. L Mon-Fri, D Mon-Sat. This casual French bistro, run by chef-owner Jacques Saleun, offers up classic dishes such as escargot, coq au vin and blanquette de veau. A Provençal-inspired atmosphere and French wine round out the appeal. $$$$

Capdeville 520 Capdeville St., 371-5161, French Quarter, CapdevilleNola.com. L, D Mon-Sat. Capdeville is an upscale bar-bistro with a short but interesting menu of food that’s a mix of comfort and ambition. Burgers are on offer, but so are fried red beans and rice – a take on calas or Italian arancini. $$

Checkered Parrot 132 Royal St., 592-1270,

Carmo 527 Julia St., 875-4132, Warehouse

Chiba 8312 Oak St., 826-9119, Carrollton,

District, CafeCarmo.com. L Mon-Sat., D TueSat. Caribbean-inspired fare offers a creative array of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free fare in a sleek location on Julia Street. One of the few places in the city where healthy dining is celebrated rather than accommodated. $$

chiba-nola.com. L Thu-Sat, D Mon-Sat. Contemporary restaurant on Oak Street features an extensive list of special rolls, steamed buns and fusion-y fare to go along with typical Japanese options. Late night hours are a plus. $$$

Carmelo Ristorante 1901 Highway 190, (985) 624-4844, Mandeville, RistoranteCarmelo.com. L, D Wed-Fri, SunMon. Italian trattoria serves old-world classics. Private rooms available. $$

Casamento’s 4330 Magazine St., 895-9761, Uptown, CasamentosRestaurant.com. L TueSat, D Thu-Sat. The family-owned restaurant has shucked oysters and fried seafood since 1919; closed during summer and for all major holidays. $$

CC’s Community Coffee House Multiple

French Quarter; 3629 Prytania St., Uptown; CheckeredParrot.com. B, L, D daily. The Checkered Parrot is an upscale sports bar with a large menu, featuring nachos, fajitas, wings in seven flavors, wraps and burgers and an outdoor patio. $$

Chophouse New Orleans 322 Magazine St., 522-7902, CBD, ChophouseNola.com. D daily. In addition to USDA prime grade aged steaks prepared under a broiler that reaches 1,700 degrees, Chophouse offers lobster, redfish and classic steakhouse sides. $$$

Clancy’s 6100 Annunciation St., 895-1111, Uptown, ClancysNewOrleans.com. L Thu-Fri, D Mon-Sat. Their Creole-inspired menu has been a favorite of locals for years. $$$ Cochon 930 Tchoupitoulas St., 588-2123, CBD/Warehouse District, CochonRestaurant. com. L, D, Mon-Sat. Chefs Donald Link

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T HE M E N U and Stephen Stryjewski showcase Cajun and Southern cuisine at this Warehouse District hot spot. Boudin and other pork dishes reign supreme here, along with Louisiana seafood and real moonshine from the bar. New Orleans Magazine named Link Chef of the Year 2009. Reservations strongly recommended. $$

Commander’s Palace 1403 Washington Ave., 899-8221, Uptown, CommandersPalace. com. L Mon-Fri, D daily, Br Sat-Sun. The Grande Dame in the Garden District is going strong under the auspices of chef Tory McPhail. The turtle soup might be the best in the city, and its weekend Jazz Brunch is a great deal. $$$$ Cooter Brown’s 509 S. Carrollton Ave., 866-9104, Uptown, CooterBrowns.com. L, D daily. Riverbend-area sports bar serves up the city’s largest selection of beers along with great bar food. The cheese fries are a rite of passage, and the Radiator’s Special poor boy makes for a great late-night meal. $

Copeland’s 701 Veterans Blvd., 831-3437, Metairie; 1001 S. Clearview Parkway, 6207800, Jefferson; 1319 West Esplanade Ave., 617-9146, Kenner; 1700 Lapalco Blvd., 364-1575, Harvey; 680 N. Highway 190, (985) 809-9659, Covington; 1337 Gause Blvd., (985) 643-0001, Slidell; CopelandsofNewOrleans.com. L, D daily, Br Sun. Al Copeland’s namesake chain includes favorites such as Shrimp Ducky. Popular for lunch. $$

DINING GUIDE 7261, French Quarter, CourtOfTwoSisters. com. Br, D daily. The historic environs make for a memorable outdoor dining experience. The famous daily Jazz Brunch buffet and classic Creole dishes sweeten the deal. $$$$$

Crabby Jack’s 428 Jefferson Highway, 833-2722, Jefferson. L Mon-Sat. Lunch outpost of Jacques-Imo’s chef and owner Jack Leonardi. Famous for its fried seafood and poor boys including fried green tomatoes and roasted duck. $

Crépes a la Carte 1039 Broadway St., 866-236, Uptown, CrepeCaterer.com. B, L, D daily. Open late. An extensive menu of tasty crêpes, both savory and sweet, make this a great spot for a quick bite for college students and locals. $

Crescent City Brewhouse 527 Decatur St., 522-0571, French Quarter, CrescentCityBrehouse.com. L, D daily. Contemporary brewpub features an eclectic menu complementing its freshly-brewed wares. Live jazz and good location make it a fun place to meet up. $$$

Crescent City Steakhouse 1001 N. Broad St., 821-3271, Mid-City, CrescentCitySteaks. com. L Tue-Fri & Sun, D daily. One of the classic New Orleans steakhouses, it’s a throwback in every sense of the term. Steaks, sides and drinks are what you get at Crescent City. New Orleans Magazine’s Steakhouse of the Year 2009 and Honor Roll honoree 2007. $$$$

Veterans Blvd., 454-7620, Metairie; 2001 St. Charles Ave., 593-9955, Garden District; CopelandsCheesecakeBistro.com. L, D daily. Dessert fans flock to this sweet-centric Copeland establishment which also offers extensive lunch and dinner menus. $$$

Criollo 214 Royal St., Hotel Monteleone, 681-4444, French Quarter, HotelMonteleone. com/Criollo. B, L, D daily. Next to the famous Carousel Bar in the historic Monteleone Hotel, Criollo represents an amalgam of the various cultures reflected in Louisiana cooking and cuisine, often with a slight contemporary twist. $$$

Coquette 2800 Magazine St., 265-0421,

The Crystal Room Le Pavillon Hotel, 833

Copeland’s Cheesecake Bistro 4517

Uptown, Coquette-Nola.com. Br Sun, L TueSat, D daily. A bistro located at the corner of Washington and Magazine streets. The food is French in inspiration and technique, with added imagination from chef Michael Stoltzfus (New Orleans Magazine’s Best New Chef 2009) and his partner Lillian Hubbard. $$$

Corky’s Bar-B-Q Restaurant 4243 Veterans Blvd., 887-5000, Metairie, CorkysBarBQ.com. L, D daily. Memphisbased barbecue chain offers good hickorysmoked ribs, pork and beef in a family setting with catering service available. $

Court of Two Sisters 613 Royal St., 522-

Poydras St., 581-3111, CBD/Warehouse District, LePavillon.com. B, D daily; L, MonFri. Franco-American cuisine with Louisiana influences is served in the environs of the Le Pavillon Hotel. The Southern-style breakfast features its decadent Bananas Foster Waffle “Le Pavillon.” $$$

Dakota 629 N. Highway 190, (985) 8923712, Covington, TheDakotaRestaurant.com. D Mon-Sat. A sophisticated dining experience with generous portions. $$$$$

The Delachaise 3442 St. Charles Ave., 895-0858, Uptown, TheDelachaise.com. L Fri-Sat, D daily. Elegant bar food fit for the

New Pre-Theater Menu at Bayona Bayona, 430 Dauphine St., 525-4455, Bayona.com

Chef Susan Spicer is offering theater lovers a chance to dine well and dine early at her French Quarter restaurant Bayona. A new pre-theater menu will offer three courses for $40 (plus tax and gratuity) and includes the choice of any entrée from the main menu. Bayona will also open half an hour earlier, at 5:30 p.m., for theater diners. Anyone with tickets for a performance at the newly opened Sanger, Mahalia Jackson or Le Petit Théâtre is eligible for this special offer and pedi cab transportation is available to get you to the show on time. – M . c . 78

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wine connoisseur; kitchen open late. $$

Dick and Jenny’s 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., 894-9880, Uptown, DickAndJennys.com. L Tue-Fri, D Mon-Sat. A funky cottage serving Louisiana comfort food with flashes of innovation. $$$$

Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House 144 Bourbon St., 522-0111, French Quarter, BourbonHouse.com. B, L, D daily. Classic Creole dishes such as redfish on the halfshell and baked oysters are served with classic Brennan’s style at this French Quarter outpost. Its extensive bourbon menu will please aficionados. New Orleans Magazine’s 2011 Oyster Bar of the Year. $$$$

Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse 716 Iberville St., 522-2467, French Quarter, DickieBrennansSteakhouse.com. L Fri, D daily. Nationally recognized steakhouse serves USDA Prime steaks and local seafood in a New Orleans setting with the usual Brennan’s family flair. $$$$$

Domenica The Roosevelt Hotel, 123 Baronne St., 648-6020, CBD, DomenicaRestaurant.com. L, D daily. New Orleans Magazine’s 2012 Chef of the Year Alon Shaya serves authentic, regional Italian cuisine in John Besh’s sophisticated new restaurant. The menu of thin, lightly topped pizzas, artisanal salumi and cheese, and a carefully chosen selection of antipasti, pasta and entrées, feature locally raised products, some from Besh’s Northshore farm. $$$$

Domilise’s 5240 Annunciation St., 8999126, Uptown. L, D Mon-Wed, Fri-Sat. Local institution and rite-of-passage for those wanting an initiation to the real New Orleans. Wonderful poor boys and a unique atmosphere make this a one-of-a-kind place. $

Dong Phuong 14207 Chef Menteur Highway, 254-0296, N.O. East. L Wed-Mon. Vietnamese bakery and restaurant in the community of Versailles makes great banh mi sandwiches and interesting baked goods both savory and sweet. Unbeatable prices. $

Drago’s 3232 N. Arnoult Road, 888-9254, Metairie; Hilton Riverside Hotel, 2 Poydras St., 584-3911, CBD/Warehouse District; DragosRestaurant.com. L, D daily (Hilton), L, D Mon-Sat (Metairie). This famous seafooder specializes in charbroiled oysters, a dish they invented. Raucous but good-natured atmosphere makes this a fun place to visit. Great deals on fresh lobster as well. $$$$

Dry Dock Cafe & Bar 133 Delaronde St., 361-8240, Algiers, TheDryDockCafe.com. Br Sun, L, D daily. Fancier daily specials have

been added to the menu of this casual neighborhood seafood joint in historic Algiers Point near the ferry landing. Burgers, sandwiches and fried seafood are the staples. $$

El Gato Negro 81 French Market Place, 525-9752, French Quarter, B Sat-Sun, L. D daily; 300 Harrison Ave., 488-0107, Lakeview, L, D Tue-Sun; 3001 Ormond Blvd. (985) 307-0460, Destrehan, L, D Tue-Sun. ElGatoNegroNola.com. Popular spot near the Frenchmen Street clubs serves up authentic Central Mexican cuisine along with handmuddled mojitos and margaritas made with freshly squeezed juice. A weekend breakfast menu is an additional plus. $$

Elizabeth’s 601 Gallier St., 944-9272, Bywater, ElizabethsRestaurantNola.com. B, L Mon-Fri, D Mon-Sat, Br Sun. This eclectic local restaurant draws rave reviews for its Praline Bacon and distinctive Southerninspired brunch specials. $$$ Emeril’s 800 Tchoupitoulas St., 528-9393, CBD/Warehouse District, Emerils.com. L Mon-Fri, D daily. The flagship of superstar chef Emeril Lagasse’s culinary empire, this landmark attracts pilgrims from all over the world. $$$$$ Fat Hen Grocery 7457 St. Charles Ave., 266-2921, Riverbend, FatHenGrill.com. B, L, D Wed-Mon. Breakfast gets re-imagined and dressed up at this diner headed by Chef Shane Pritchett, formerly of Emeril’s Delmonico. The house special is the Womlette, an omelet baked on a waffle. $$

Feelings Cafe 2600 Chartres St., 945-2222, Faubourg Marigny, FeelingsCafe.com. D WedSun, Br Sun. Romantic ambiance and skillfully created dishes, such as veal d’aunoy, make dining here on the patio a memorable experience. A piano bar on Fridays adds to the atmosphere. Vegan menu offered. $$$$ Fellini’s Café 900 N. Carrollton Ave., 4882155, Mid-City, FellinisNewOrleans.com. L, D daily. With décor inspired by its namesake Italian filmmaker, this casual indoor/outdoor spot serves large portions of reasonablypriced Mediterranean specialties such as pizza, pastas and hummus. $ Fiesta Latina 1924 Airline Drive, 468-2384, Kenner, FiestaLatinaRestaurant.com. B, L, D Tue-Sun. A big-screen TV normally shows a soccer match or MTV Latino at this home for authentic Central American food. Tacos include a charred carne asada. New Orleans Magazine’s 2010 Latin Restaurant of the Year. $$ Five Happiness 3605 S. Carrollton Ave., 482-3935, Mid-City, FiveHappiness.com. L, D daily. This longtime Chinese favorite offers up an extensive menu including its beloved mu shu pork and house baked duck. It is a popular choice for families as well. $$

Flaming Torch 737 Octavia St., 895-0900, Uptown, FlamingTorchNola.com. L, D daily, Br Sun. French classics including a tasty onion soup make this a nice place for a slightly upscale lunch while shopping along Magazine Street. $$

Frank’s 933 Decatur St., 525-1602, French Quarter, FranksRestaurantNewOrleans.com. L, D daily. Locally inspired Italian sandwiches such as muffulettas and Genoa salami poor boys are served here in the heart of the French Quarter. $$$ Galatoire’s 209 Bourbon St., 525-2021, French Quarter, Galatoires.com. L, D Tue-

Sun. Friday lunches are a New Orleans tradition at this world-famous French-Creole grand dame. Tradition counts for everything here, and the crabmeat Sardou is delicious. Note: Jackets required for dinner and all day Sun. $$$$$

Galatoire’s 33 Bar & Steak 215 Bourbon St., 335-3932, French Quarter. L Friday, D daily. Steakhouse offshoot of the venerable Creole Grande Dame offers hand-crafted cocktails to accompany classic steakhouse fare as well as inspired dishes like the Gouté 33 – horseradish-crusted bone marrow and deviled eggs with crab ravigote and smoked trout. Reservations are accepted. $$$

Galley Seafood 2535 Metairie Road, 8320955, Metairie. L, D Tue-Sat. A great local place for seafood, both fried and boiled. Famous for its softshell crab poor boy, a Jazz Fest favorite. $$

Gautreau’s 1728 Soniat St., 899-7397, Uptown, GautreausRestaurant.com. D, Mon-Sat. Upscale destination serves refined interpretations of classics along with contemporary creations in a clubby setting nested deep within a residential neighborhood. New Orleans Magazine named Sue Zemanick Chef of the Year 2008. $$$$$ Gott Gourmet Café 3100 Magazine St., 373-6579, Uptown, GottGourmetCafe.com. B Sat-Sun, L, Tue-Sun, D Tue-Fri. Upscalecasual restaurant serves a variety of specialty sandwiches, salads and wraps, like the Chicago-style hot dog and the St. Paddy’s Day Massacre – Chef Gotter’s take on the Rueben. $$

Gracious Bakery + Café 1000 S. Jeff Davis Parkway, Suite 100, 301-3709, MidCity, GraciousBakery.com. B, L Mon-Sat. Boutique bakery in the ground floor of the

new Woodward Building offers small-batch coffee, baked goods, individual desserts and sandwiches on breads made in-house. Catering options are available as well. $

The Green Goddess 307 Exchange Alley, 301-3347, French Quarter, GreenGoddessNola.com. L, D Wed-Sun. Located in a tiny space, the Green Goddess is one of the most imaginative restaurants in New Orleans. The menu is constantly changing, and chef Paul Artigues always has ample vegetarian options. Combine all of that with a fantastic selection of drinks, wine and beer, and it’s the total (albeit small) package. $$

The Grill Room Windsor Court Hotel, 300 Gravier St., 522-1994, CBD/Warehouse District, GrillRoomNewOrleans.com. B, L, D daily, Br Sun. Jazz Brunch on Sunday with live music. Featuring modern American cuisine with a distinctive New Orleans flair, the adjacent Polo Club Lounge offers live music nightly. $$$$$

GW Fins 808 Bienville St., 581-FINS (3467), French Quarter, GWFins.com. D daily. To ensure the best possible flavors at GW Fins, owners Gary Wollerman and New Orleans Magazine’s 2005 and 2001 Chef of the Year Tenney Flynn provide dishes at their seasonal peak by flying in products from around the globe. That commitment to freshness and quest for unique variety are two of the reasons why the menu is printed daily. $$$$$

Herbsaint 701 St. Charles Ave., 524-4114, CBD/Warehouse District, Herbsaint.com. L Mon-Fri, D Mon-Sat. Enjoy a sophisticated cocktail before sampling Chef Donald Link’s (New Orleans Magazine’s Chef of the Year 2009) menu that melds contemporary bistro fare with classic Louisiana cuisine. The banana brown butter tart is a favorite dessert. $$$$$

Horinoya 920 Poydras St., 561-8914, CBD/ Warehouse District. L Mon-Fri, D daily. Excellent Japanese dining in an understated and oft-overlooked location. The chu-toro is delicious and the selection of authentic Japanese appetizers is the best in the city. $$$ Hoshun Restaurant 1601 St. Charles Ave., 302-9716, Garden District, HoshunRestaurant.com. L, D daily. Hoshun offers a wide variety of Asian cuisines, primarily dishes culled from China, Japan, Thailand and Malaysia. Their five-pepper calamari is a tasty way to begin the meal, and their creative sushi rolls are good as well. $$ House of Blues 225 Decatur St., 310-4999, French Quarter, HouseOfBlues.com. L, D daily. World-famous Gospel Brunch every Sunday. Surprisingly good menu makes this a complement to the music in the main room. Patio seating is available as well. $$

Il Posto Café 4607 Dryades St., 895-2620, Uptown, ilPostoCafe-Nola.com. B, L, D Tue-Sat, B, L Sun. Italian café specializes in pressed panini, like their Milano, featuring sopressata, Fontina, tomatoes and balsamic on ciabatta. Soups, imported coffee and H&H bagels make this a comfortable neighborhood spot to relax with the morning paper. $

appeal of this Creole-Italian favorite beloved by locals. Try the oysters Irene and crabmeat gratin appetizers. $$$$

Iris 321 N. Peters St., 299-3944, French Quarter, IrisNewOrleans.com. L Fri, D Mon, Wed-Sat. This inviting bistro offers sophisticated fare in a charming setting. The veal cheek ravioli is a winner. New Orleans Magazine’s Best New Restaurant 2006. $$$$ Jack Dempsey’s 738 Poland Ave., 9439914, Bywater, JackDempseysLLC.com. L Tue-Sat, D Wed-Sat. Local favorite nestled deep in the heart of the Bywater is known for its stuffed flounder and baked macaroni served in generous portions. $$$

Jacques-Imo’s Cafe 8324 Oak St., 8610886, Uptown, JacquesImosCafe.com. D Mon-Sat. Reinvented New Orleans cuisine served in a party atmosphere are the cornerstones of this Oak Street institution. The deep-fried roast beef poor boy is delicious. The lively bar scene offsets the long wait on weekends. $$$$

Jamila’s Mediterranean Tunisian Cuisine 7808 Maple St., 866-4366, Uptown. D Tue-Sun. Intimate and exotic bistro serving Mediterranean and Tunisian cuisine. The Grilled Merguez is a Jazz Fest favorite and vegetarian options are offered. $$

Impastato’s 3400 16th St., 455-1545, Metairie, Impastatos.com. D Tue-Sat. Bustling Italian restaurant on the edge of Fat City serves homemade pasta in a convivial atmosphere. Chef/Owner Joe Impastato greets guests warmly and treats them like family. The prix fixe options are a good way to taste a lot for not much money. $$$$

Jeff’s Creole Grille 5241 Veterans Blvd., 889-7992, Metairie, JeffsCreoleGrille.com. L, D Mon-Sat, Br Sun. This quaint, upscale restaurant offers a variety of classic New Orleans cuisine, fresh fish and homemade soups and salads with early bird and daily chef specials. $$

Irene’s Cuisine 539 St. Philip St., 529-

1104 Decatur St., 592-2565, French Quarter, MargaritavilleNewOrleans.com. L, D daily. Parrotheads and other music lovers

8811, French Quarter. D Mon-Sat. Long waits at the lively piano bar are part of the

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Joey K’s 3001 Magazine St., 891-0997, Uptown, JoeyKsRestaurant.com. L, D MonSat. A true neighborhood New Orleans restaurant with daily lunch plates keeps it real; red beans and rice are classic. $ The Joint 701 Mazant St., 949-3232, Bywater, AlwaysSmokin.com. L, D Mon-Sat. Some of the city’s best barbecue can be had at this locally owned and operated favorite in Bywater. $ Juan’s Flying Burrito 2018 Magazine St., 569-0000, Uptown; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., 486-9950, Mid-City. L, D daily. Hard-core tacos and massive burritos are served in an edgy atmosphere. $

Jung’s Golden Dragon 3009 Magazine St., Uptown, JungsGoldenDragon2.com. L, D daily. This Chinese destination is a real find. Along with the usual you’ll find spicy cold noodle dishes and dumplings. This is one of the few local Chinese places that breaks the Americanized mold. New Orleans Magazine’s 2010 Chinese Restaurant of the Year. $

Kosher Cajun New York Deli and Grocery 3519 Severn Ave., 888-2010,

DINING GUIDE pedigree with Snug Harbor and Port of Call. Rounded out with a loaded baked potato, their half-pound patties are sure to please. Daily specials, pizza and steaks are offered as well. $

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Lilette 3637 Magazine St., 895-1636,

891-3377, Uptown, LaPetiteGrocery.com. L Tue-Sat, D daily. Elegant dining in a convivial atmosphere quickly made this place an Uptown darling. The menu is heavily Frenchinspired with an emphasis on technique. $$$

Uptown, LiletteRestaurant.com. L, D Tue-Sat. Chef John Harris’ innovative menu draws discerning diners to this highly regarded bistro on Magazine Street. Desserts are wonderful as well. $$$$$

La Provence 25020 Highway 190, (985)

Lola’s 3312 Esplanade Ave., 488-6946,

626-7662, Lacombe, LaProvenceRestaurant. com. D Wed-Sun, Br Sun. John Besh (New Orleans Magazine’s Chef of the Year 2007) upholds time-honored Provençal cuisine and rewards his guests with a true farm-life experience, from house-made preserves, charcuterie, herbs, kitchen gardens and eggs cultivated on the property, an elegant French colonial stucco house. $$$$$

Latil’s Landing Houmas House Plantation,

La Boca 857 Fulton St., 525-8205, Warehouse District, LaBocaSteaks.com. D Mon-Sat. This Argentine steakhouse specializes in cuts of meat along with pastas and wines. Specials include the provoleta appetizer and the Vacio flank steak. New Orleans Magazine’s Chef of the Year 2006 & 2010 Steakhouse of the Year. $$$ Lakeview Harbor 911 Harrison Ave., 486-4887, Lakeview, BestNewOrleansBurger. com. L, D daily. Burgers are the name of the game here at this restaurant which shares a

St., 945-4472, Faubourg Marigny, MarignyBrasserie.com. L, D daily. Chic neighborhood bistro with traditional dishes like the Wedge of Lettuce salad and innovative cocktails like the Cucumber Cosmo. $$$

La Petite Grocery 4238 Magazine St.,

K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen 416 Chartres

KyotoNola.com. L, D Mon-Sat. A neighborhood sushi restaurant where the regulars order off-the-menu rolls. $$

Lil’ Dizzy’s Café 1500 Esplanade Ave., 569-8997, Mid-City. B, L daily, D Thu-Sat. Spot local and national politicos dining at this favored Creole soul restaurant known for homey classics like fried chicken and Trout Baquet. $

La Thai Uptown 4938 Prytania St., 8998886, Uptown, LaThaiUptown.com. L, D TueSun. Uptown outpost of the Chauvin family’s ingredient-driven Thai-Cajun fusion cuisine. The summer rolls are good as is the tom kar gai soup. Lunch specials are a good deal and vegetarian dishes are offered as well. $$

Kyoto 4920 Prytania St., 891-3644, Uptown,

Maple Street Café 7623 Maple St., 314-

8120 Hampson St., 862-5252, Uptown. L, D Mon-Fri, Br, L, D Sat & Sun. This cash-only and BYOB restaurant has recently overhauled their menu, now including a large selection of vegan and vegetarian items, as well as a tapas menu. $$

Metairie, KosherCajun.com. L Mon-Fri & Sun, D Mon-Thu. Great kosher meals and complete kosher grocery in the rear make this Metairie eatery a unique destination. The matzo ball soup is a winner and catering is available for parties of any size. $ St., 596-2930, French Quarter, ChefPaul. com/KPaul. L Thu-Sat, D Mon-Sat. Paul Prudhomme’s landmark restaurant helped introduce Cajun food to a grateful nation. Lots of seasoning and bountiful offerings, along with reserved seating, make this a destination for locals and tourists alike. $$$$

Magazine St., 581-9680, CBD/Warehouse District, LiborioCuban.com. L Mon-Sat, D Tue-Sat. Authentic Cuban favorites such as Ropa Vieja and pressed Cuban sandwiches along with great specials make this a popular lunch choice. $$$

40136 Highway 942, (225) 473-9380, Darrow, HoumasHouse.com. L Sun, D WedSun. Nouvelle Louisiane, plantation-style cooking served in an opulent setting features dishes like rack of lamb and plume de veau. $$$$$

Le Meritage 1001 Toulouse St., 522-8800, French Quarter, LeMeritageRestaurant.com. D Tue-Sat. This restaurant blends fine wines with Southern-flavored cuisine for a memorable fine-dining experience in a casual environment. Chef Michael Farrell’s well-rounded menu features suggested wine and food pairings, along with full or half servings both by the glass and by the plate. Complimentary valet parking. $$$

Le Salon Windsor Court Hotel, 300 Gravier St., 596-4773, CBD/Warehouse District. Afternoon Tea, Thu-Fri, seating at 2 p.m., Sat-Sun, seating at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Formal afternoon tea with harpist or string quartet served in a sophisticated atmosphere. A local mother-daughter tradition. $$ Liborio’s Cuban Restaurant 321

Mid-City. D daily. Garlicky Spanish dishes and great paella make this artsy Faubourg St. John boîte a hipster destination. $$$

Lüke 333 St. Charles Ave., 378-2840, CBD, LukeNewOrleans.com. Br Sat-Sun, B, L, D daily. John Besh (New Orleans Magazine’s Chef of the Year 2007) and executive chef Matt Regan characterize the cuisine “Alsace meets New Orleans in an authentic brasserie setting.” Germanic specialties and French bistro classics, house-made patés and abundant plateaux of cold, fresh seafood. New Orleans Magazine’s Best New Restaurant 2007 and 2012 Raw Bar of the Year. $$$

Mahony’s 3454 Magazine St., 899-3374, Uptown, MahonysPoBoys.com. L, D MonSat. Along with the usual poor boys, this sandwich shop serves up a Grilled Shrimp and Fried Green Tomato version dressed with remoulade sauce. Sandwich offerings are augmented by a full bar. $ Mandina’s 3800 Canal St., 482-9179, MidCity, MandinasRestaurant.com. L, D daily. Quintessential New Orleans neighborhood institution reopened following an extensive renovation. Though the ambiance is more upscale, the same food and seafood dishes make dining here a New Orleans experience. New Orleans Magazine’s 2010 Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year. $$

Manning’s 519 Fulton St., 593-8118, Warehouse District. L, D daily. Born of a partnership between New Orleans’ First Family of Football and Harrah’s Casino, Manning’s offers sports bar fans a step up in terms of comfort and quality. With a menu that draws on both New Orleans and the Deep South, traditional dishes get punched up with inspired but accessible twists in surroundings accented by both memorabilia and local art. $$$

9003, Uptown. L, D daily. Casual dinner spot serving Mediterranean-inspired pastas and Italian-style entrées, along with heartier fare such as duck and filet mignon. $$

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Martin Wine Cellar 714 Elmeer Ave., 8967300, Metairie, MartinWine.com. Br Sun, L daily, D Mon-Fri. Wine by the glass or bottle to go with daily lunch specials, towering burgers, hearty soups, salads and giant, delistyle sandwiches. $ Mat & Naddie’s 937 Leonidas St., 8619600, Uptown, MatAndNaddies.com. D MonTue, Thu-Sat. Cozy converted house along River Road serves up creative and eclectic regionally-inspired fare. Crab cakes with cucumber slaw makes for a good appetizer and when the weather is right the romantic patio is the place to sit. $$$$

Maximo’s Italian Grill 1117 Decatur St., 586-8883, French Quarter. MaximosGrill. com. D Daily. Italian destination on Decatur Street features a sprawling menu including housemade salumi and antipasti as well as old school classics like Veal Osso Bucco. Private dining is offered for special events. New Orleans Magazine’s 2012 Continental Italian Restaurant of the Year. $$$

Middendorf’s Interstate 55, Exit 15, 30160 Highway 51 South, (985) 386-6666, Akers, MiddendorfsRestaurant.com. L, D Wed-Sun. Historic seafood destination along the shores of Lake Maurepas is world-famous for its thin-fried catfish fillets. Open since 1934, it transitioned to its next generation of owners when Horst Pfeifer purchased it in 2007. More than a restaurant, this is a Sunday Drive tradition. $$ MiLa 817 Common St., 412-2580, French Quarter, MiLaNewOrleans.com. L Mon-Fri, D Mon-Sat. Latest offering from husbandand-wife chefs Slade Rushing and Allison Vines-Rushing focuses on the fusion of the cuisines of Miss. and La. Signature dishes include Oysters Rockefeller “Deconstructed” and New Orleans-style barbecue lobster. New Orleans Magazine’s Best New Restaurant 2008. $$$$ Mona’s Café 504 Frenchmen St., 485-6583, Marigny; 4126 Magazine St., 894-9800, Uptown; 1120 S. Carrollton Ave., 861-8174, Uptown; 3901 Banks St., 482-7743, Mid-City. L, D daily. Middle Eastern specialties such as baba ganuj, tender-tangy beef or chicken

Great lunch for just a dozen dollars at Criollo Criollo Restaurant, 214 Royal St., 681-4444, CriolloNola.com

Criollo Restaurant, located in the historic Monteleone Hotel in downtown New Orleans, is offering a steal of a lunch deal. For just $12 you can enjoy the daily special such as beef pot pie with wild mushroom biscuits filled with short rib; or fried chicken and waffles with syrup. Criollo is the Spanish word for Creole, and chef Joe Maynard likes to put his own spin on some of the most loved dishes within the genre. Serving from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., try to make time for a pre- or post-lunch drink in the hotel’s iconic (and recently renovated) Carousel Bar. – M . c . 80

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shawarma, falafel and gyros, stuffed into pillowy pita bread or on platters. The lentil soup with crunchy pita chips and desserts, such as sticky sweet baklava, round out the menu. New Orleans Magazine’s 2012 Middle Eastern Restaurant of the Year. $

Mondo 900 Harrison Ave., 224-2633, Lakeview, MondoNewOrleans.com. Br Sun, L Mon-Fri, D Mon-Sat. New Orleans Magazine’s 2010 Chef of the Year Susan Spicer’s take on world cuisine isn’t far from her home in Lakeview. Make sure to call ahead because the place has a deserved reputation for good food and good times. $$$

Morton’s, The Steakhouse The Shops at Canal Place, 365 Canal St., 566-0221, French Quarter, Mortons.com/NewOrleans. D daily. Quintessential Chicago steakhouse serves up top-quality slabs of meat along with jumbo seafood. Clubhouse atmosphere makes this chophouse a favorite of Saints players and businessmen alike. $$$$$

Mosca’s 4137 Highway 90 West, 436-9942, Avondale. D Tue-Sat. Italian institution near the Huey Long Bridge dishes out massive portions of great food family-style. Good bets are the shrimp Mosca and chicken à la grande. New Orleans Magazine’s 2010 Honor Roll winner. Note: Cash Only. $$$

Mother’s 401 Poydras St., 436-8940, CBD/ Warehouse District, MothersRestaurant.net. B, L, D daily. Locals and tourists alike endure long queues and a confounding ordering system to enjoy iconic dishes such as the Ferdi poor boy and Jerry’s jambalaya. Come for a late lunch to avoid the rush. $$

Mr. Ed’s Seafood and Italian Restaurant 1001 Live Oak St., 8380022, Bucktown; 910 W. Esplanade Ave., Ste. A, 463-3030, Kenner. L, D Mon-Sat.

Neighborhood restaurant specializes in seafood and Italian offerings such as stuffed eggplant and bell pepper. Fried seafood and sandwiches make it a good stop for lunch. $$

Muriel’s Jackson Square 801 Chartres St., 568-1885, French Quarter, Muriels.com. L, D daily, Br Sun. Enjoy pecan-crusted drum and other New Orleans classics while dining in the courtyard bar or any other room in this labyrinthine, rumored-to-be-haunted establishment. $$$$

Naked Pizza 6307 S. Miro St., 8650244, Uptown (takeout & delivery only), NakedPizza.biz. L, D daily. Pizza place with a focus on fresh ingredients and a healthy crust. The Mediterranean pie is a good choice. $

Napoleon House 500 Chartres St., 5249752, French Quarter, NapoleonHouse.com. L, D Mon-Sat. Originally built in 1797 as a respite for Napoleon, this family-owned European-style café serves local favorites: gumbo, jambalaya, muffulettas and for sipping, a Sazerac or lemony Pimm’s Cup. $$

Nine Roses 1100 Stephen St., 366-7665, Gretna, NineRosesResturant.com. L, D SunTue, Thu-Sat. The extensive Vietnamese menu specializes in hot pots, noodles and dishes big enough for everyone to share. Great for families. $$ NOLA 534 St. Louis St., 522-6652, French Quarter, Emerils.com. L Thu-Sun, D daily. Emeril’s more affordable eatery, featuring cedar-plank-roasted redfish; private dining. $$$$$

Nuvolari’s 246 Girod St., (985) 6265619, Mandeville, Nuvolaris.com. D daily. Dark woods and soft lighting highlight this Northshore Creole Continental-Italian fusion restaurant famous for crabmeat ravioli, veal

dishes, seafood specialties and delectable desserts. $$$$

One Restaurant and Lounge 8132 Hampson St., 301-9061, Uptown, OrleansGrapevine.com. L Tue-Fri, D Mon-Sat. Black seating and herbaceous sage-colored walls form a dining room where every seat is a view into the open kitchen and the chefs creating contemporary comfort food on a seasonally changing menu. The bar is also known for cranking out clever cocktails. New Orleans Magazine’s Best New Restaurant 2005. $$$$

Orleans Grapevine Wine Bar and Bistro 720 Orleans Ave., 523-1930, French Quarter, OrleansGrapevine.com. D daily. Wine is the muse at this beautifully renovated French Quarter bistro, which offers vino by the flight, glass and bottle. A classic menu with an emphasis on New Orleans cuisine adds to the appeal. $$$

Palace Café 605 Canal St., 523-1661, CBD/ Warehouse District, PalaceCafe.com. L MonSat, D daily, Br Sun. Dickie Brennan-owned brasserie with French-style sidewalk seating and house-created specialties of Chef Darrin Nesbit at lunch, dinner and Jazz Brunch. Favorites here include crabmeat cheesecake, turtle soup, the Werlein salad with fried Louisiana oysters and pork ”debris” studded Palace Potato Pie. $$$$$

Parkway Bakery and Tavern 538 Hagan Ave., 482-3047, Mid-City, ParkwayBakeryAndTavernNola.com. L, D daily, closed Tue. Featured on national TV and having served poor boys to presidents, Parkway stakes a claim to some of the best sandwiches in town. Their french fry version with gravy and cheese is a classic at a great price. $

Pascal’s Manale 1838 Napoleon Ave., 895-4877, Uptown. L Mon-Fri, D Mon-Sat. Vintage New Orleans neighborhood restaurant since 1913 and the place to go for the house-creation of barbecued shrimp. Its oyster bar serves icy cold, freshly shucked Louisiana oysters and the Italian specialties and steaks are also solid. $$$$ Patois 6078 Laurel St., 895-9441, Uptown, PatoisNola.com. Br Sun, L Fri, D Wed-Sat. The food is French in technique, with influences from across the Mediterranean as well as the American South, all filtered through the talent of Chef Aaron Burgau (New Orleans Magazine’s Best New Chef 2009). Reservations recommended. $$$ Paul’s Café 100 Pine St., (985) 386-9581, Ponchatoula, PaulsCafe.net. B, L daily. Best known for its strawberry daiquiris, Paul’s also cooks up egg breakfasts and lunches including all manner of sandwiches and poor boys. $

The Pelican Club 312 Exchange Place, 523-1504, French Quarter, PelicanClub.com. D daily. Tucked into a French Quarter alley, Pelican Club serves an eclectic mix of hip food, from the seafood “martini” to clay pot barbecued shrimp and a trio of duck. Three dining rooms available. $$$$$ PJ’s Coffee Multiple locations throughout Greater New Orleans, PJsCoffee.com. The city’s first iced-coffee spot that pioneered the coffee house experience in New Orleans and introduced us all to velvet ices, drinkable granitas and locally made Ronald Reginald vanilla. A wide assortment of pastries and bagels are offered as well as juices and fresh ground or whole bean coffees. $ Port of Call 838 Esplanade Ave., 523-0120, French Quarter, PortOfCallNola.com. L,

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D daily. It is all about the big, meaty burgers and giant baked potatoes in this popular bar/ restaurant – unless you’re cocktailing only, then it’s all about the Monsoons. $$

house-made charcuterie, pastries, pastas and more. New Orleans Magazine’s 2012 Restaurant of the Year. $$$$$

Praline Connection 542 Frenchmen

469-8585, Kenner, RistoranteDaPiero.com. L, D Tue-Sat. Homemade pastas and an emphasis on Northern Italian cuisine make this cozy spot in Kenner’s Rivertown a romantic destination. $

St., 943-3934, Faubourg Marigny, PralineConnection.com. L, D daily. Downhome dishes of smothered pork chops, greens, beans and cornbread are on the menu at this homey Creole soul restaurant. $$

Ralph Brennan’s Red Fish Grill 115 Bourbon St., 598-1200, French Quarter, RedFishGrill.com. L, D Mon-Thu & Sun. Chef Austin Kirzner cooks up a broad menu peppered with Big Easy favorites such as BBQ oysters, blackened redfish and double chocolate bread pudding. $$$$$

Ralph’s On The Park 900 City Park Ave., 488-1000, Mid-City, RalphsOnThePark. com. Br Sun, L Wed-Fri, D daily. A modern interior, a view of City Park’s moss-draped oaks and contemporary Creole dishes such as City Park salad, turtle soup and BBQ Gulf shrimp. The bar gets special notice for cocktails. $$$$

The Red Maple 1036 Lafayette St., 3670935, Gretna, TheRedMaple.com. L Tue-Fri, D Tue-Sat. This West Bank institution since 1963 is known for its seafood, steaks, wine list and some of the best bread pudding around. $$$$

Reginelli’s Pizzeria 741 State St., 8991414, Uptown; 3244 Magazine St., 895-7272, Uptown; 5608 Citrus Blvd., 818-0111, Harahan; 817 W. Esplanade Ave., 7126868, Kenner; 874 Harrison Ave, 488-0133, Lakeview; Reginellis.com. L, D daily. Pizzas, pastas, salads, fat calzones and lofty focaccia sandwiches are on tap at locations all over town. $$

Arnaud’s Remoulade 309 Bourbon St., 523-0377, French Quarter, Remoulade. com. L, D daily. Granite-topped tables and an antique mahogany bar are home to the eclectic menu of Famous Shrimp Arnaud, red beans and rice and poor boys as well as specialty burgers, grilled all-beef hot dogs and thin-crust pizza. $$

René Bistrot 700 Tchoupitoulas St., 613-2350, CBD/Warehouse District, LaCoteBrasserie.com. Br Sun, L Mon-Fri, D daily. Fresh local seafood, international ingredients and a contemporary atmosphere fill the room at this hotel restaurant near the Convention Center. $$$

Restaurant August 301 Tchoupitoulas St., 299-9777, CBD/Warehouse District, RestaurantAugust.com. L Mon-Fri, D daily. James Beard Award-winning chef (New Orleans Magazine’s Chef of the Year 2007) John Besh’s menu is based on classical techniques of Louisiana cuisine and produce with a splash of European flavor set in a historic carriage warehouse. $$$$$

R’evolution 777 Bienville St., 553-2277, French Quarter, RevolutionNola.com. L, D Mon-Fri, Br, D Sun, open late Fri-Sat. R’evolution is the partnership between chefs John Folse and Rick Tramonto. Located in the Royal Sonesta Hotel, it’s an opulent place that combines the local flavors of chef Folse with the more cosmopolitan influence of chef Tramonto. Chef de cuisine Chris Lusk and executive sous chef Erik Veney are in charge of day-to-day operations, which include

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Ristorante Da Piero 401 Williams Blvd.,

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 3633 Veterans Blvd., 888-3600, Metairie. L Fri, D daily, Br Sat-Sun; 525 Fulton St. in Harrah’s Hotel, 587-7099, L, D daily, Br Sat-Sun; RuthsChris. com. Filet Mignon, creamed spinach and potatoes au gratin are the most popular dishes at this area steak institution, but there are also great seafood choices and top-notch desserts. $$$$$

Rib Room Omni Royal Orleans Hotel, 621 St. Louis St., 529-7046, French Quarter, RibRoomNewOrleans.com. Br Sat-Sun, L, D daily. Old World elegance, high ceilings and views of Royal Street, house classic cocktails and Anthony Spizale’s broad menu of prime rib, stunning seafood and on weekends, a Champagne Brunch. $$$

Sake Café 2830 Magazine St., 894-0033,

Riccobono’s Panola Street Café 7801

901 Veterans Blvd., 835-0916, Metairie, SammysPoBoys.com. L Mon-Sat, D daily. Bucktown transplant offers a seafood-centric menu rounded out with wraps, kid meals and catering options all at a reasonable price. $

Panola St., 314-1810, Garden District. B, L daily. This breakfast spot at the corner of Burdette and Panola streets has been waking up bleary college students for years. The omelets are good, as are the Belgian waffles. Offers daily specials as well. $

Rio Mar 800 S. Peters St., 525-3474, CBD/ Warehouse District, RioMarSeafood.com. L Mon-Fri, D Mon-Sat. Seafood-centric Warehouse District destination focuses on Latin American and Spanish cuisines. Try the bacalaitos and the escabeche. The tapas lunch is a great way to try a little of everything. Save room for the Tres Leches, a favorite dessert. New Orleans Magazine’s Chef of the Year 2006. $$$$

Ristorante Filippo 1917 Ridgelake Drive, 835-4008, Metairie. L, D Tue-Sat. CreoleItalian destination serves up southern Italian specialties bathed in red sauces and cheese alongside New Orleans classics like pan-fried Gulf fish and plump shellfish. $$$ River 127 Westin New Orleans Canal Place, 100 Rue Iberville, 533-5082, French Quarter. B, L, D daily. Continental cuisine with Louisiana flare in a dining room that overlooks the Mississippi River and French Quarter. $$$$

Rivershack Tavern 3449 River Road, 8344938, Jefferson, TheRivershackTavern.com. L, D daily. Home of the Tacky Ashtray, this popular bar alongside the Mississippi levee offers surprisingly wide-ranging menu featuring seafood, poor boys and deli-style sandwiches along with live music. Open late. $

Rock-N-Sake 823 Fulton St., 581-7253, CBD/Warehouse District, RockNSake.com. L Fri, D Tue-Sun. Enjoy fresh sushi along with contemporary takes on Japanese favorites in this club-like setting in the Warehouse District. Open until midnight on Fri. and Sat., this makes for a unique late-night destination. $$$

Root 200 Julia St., 252-9480, CBD, RootNola.com. L Mon-Fri, D daily. Chef Philip Lopez opened Root in November 2011 and has garnered a loyal following for his modernist, eclectic cuisine. Try the Korean fried chicken wings and the Cohiba-smoked scallops crusted with chorizo. New Orleans Magazine’s 2012 Maître D’ of the Year. $$$$ Royal Blend Coffee and Tea House 621 Royal St., 523-2716, French Quarter; 204 Metairie Road, 835-7779, Metairie; RoyalBlendCoffee.com. B, L daily. Known for their frozen Café Glace and a wide selection of coffees and teas, as well as pastries, daily specials and hearty breakfasts. $

Uptown, SakeCafeUptown.com. L, D daily. Creative and traditional Japanese food in an ultramodern décor. Sushi and sashimi boats, wild rolls filled with the usual and not-sousual suspects and a nice bar with a number of sakes from which to choose. $$$

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Satsuma Café 3218 Dauphine St., 3045962, Bywater; 7901 Maple St., 309-5557, Uptown; SatsumaCafe.com. B, L daily (until 7 p.m.). Two locations offer healthy, inspired breakfast and lunch fare, along with freshly squeezed juices. $

Semolina 4436 Veterans Blvd., Suite 37, Metairie, 454-7930, Semolina.com. L, D daily. This casual, contemporary pasta restaurant takes a bold approach to cooking Italian food, emphasizing flavors, texture and color; many of the dishes feature a signature Louisiana twist, such as the Muffuletta Pasta and Pasta Jambalaya. Popular entrées include Grilled Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Marsala and Veal Parmesan. $$

Serendipity 3700 Orleans Ave. 407-0818, Mid-City, SerendipityNola.com. D daily. Chef Chris DeBarr brings his eclectic and far-ranging style of cuisine and classically inspired cocktails to an outpost in American Can. A late-night option as well. $$

Slice 1513 St. Charles Ave., 525-7437, Uptown; 5538 Magazine St., 897-4800; SlicePizzeria.com. L, D Mon-Sat. Order up slices or whole pizza pies done in several styles (thin- and thick-crust) as well as pastas, seafood, paninis and salads. $

Slim Goodies Diner 3322 Magazine St., 891-EGGS (3447). B, L daily. This diner offers up an exhaustive menu heavily influenced by local cuisine. Try the Creole Slammer, a breakfast platter rounded out with Crawfish Étouffée. The laid-back vibe is best enjoyed on the patio out back. $

SoBou 310 Chartres St., 552-4095, French Quarter, SoBouNola.com. B, L, D daily. There is something for everyone at this “Modern Creole Saloon,” the latest offering from the Commander’s Restaurant Family. Decidedly unstuffy with an emphasis on craft cocktails and wines by the glass, diners will find everything from $1 pork cracklins to an extravagant foie gras burger on the accomplished yet eclectic menus. $$

The Reuben and Rachel sandwiches are the real deal and the half-sours and pickled tomatoes complete the deli experience. $

Stella! 1032 Chartres St., 587-0091, French Quarter, RestaurantStella.com. D daily. Global cuisine with a Louisiana blush by native son chef Scott Boswell. Dishes are always inventive and flavorful from appetizer to dessert. The wine list is bold and the service “stellar.” Boswell was New Orleans Magazine’s 2005 Chef of the Year. $$$$$ Sun Ray Grill 619 Pink St., 837-0055, Old Metairie; 1051 Annunciation St., 566-0021, CBD/Warehouse District; 2600 Belle Chasse Highway, 391-0053, Gretna; SunRayGrill. com. L, D daily, Br Sun (at Annunciation). This local chain offers a globally influenced menu with burgers, steaks, sesame crusted tuna, sandwiches and salads. $$

Surrey’s Café and Juice Bar 1418 Magazine St., 524-3828, Coliseum Square; 4807 Magazine St., 895-5757, Uptown; SurreysCafeAndJuiceBar.com. B, L daily. Laid-back café focuses on breakfast and brunch dishes to accompany freshly squeezed juice offerings. Health-food lovers will like it here, along with fans of favorites such as peanut butter and banana pancakes. Note: Cash only. $$

Tan Dinh 1705 Lafayette St., 361-8008, Gretna. B, L, D Wed-Mon. Roasted quail and the beef pho rule at this Vietnamese outpost. New Orleans Magazine’s 2010 Vietnamese Restaurant of the Year. $$ Theo’s Pizza 4218 Magazine St., 8948554, Uptown; 4024 Canal, 302-1133, MidCity; 1212 S. Clearview Parkway, 733-3803, Elmwood TheosPizza.com. L, D daily. The thin, cracker-crisp crust pizzas are complemented by the broad assortment of toppings which include a lot of local ingredients. Cheap prices make this an economical and delicious choice. $$ Three Muses 536 Frenchmen St., 2524801, Marigny, TheThreeMuses.com. D Sun-Mon, Wed, Fri-Sat. Three Muses is a bar-restaurant serving the eclectic cuisine of chef Daniel Esses. The menu changes, but expect Esses’ take on Italian, Spanish, North African and Korean cooking. Local bands provide music on a regular basis. $ Tommy’s Cuisine 746 Tchoupitoulas St., 581-1103, CBD/Warehouse District, TommysNewOrleans.com. D daily. Classic Creole-Italian cuisine is the name of the game at this upscale eatery. Appetizers include the namesake Oysters Tommy, baked in the shell with Romano cheese, pancetta and roasted red pepper. $$$$$

Tony Angello’s 6262 Fleur de Lis Drive, 488-0888. Lakeview. D Tue-Sat. CreoleItalian favorite serves up fare in the completely restored Lakeview location. Ask Tony to “Feed Me” if you want a real multi-course dining experience. New Orleans Magazine’s 2010 Traditional New Orleans Italian Restaurant of the Year. $$$$

Snug Harbor 626 Frenchman St., 9490696, Faubourg Marigny, SnugJazz.com. D daily. The city’s premier jazz club serves cocktails and a dining menu loaded with steaks, seafood and meaty burgers served with loaded baked potatoes. $$$$

Tout de Suite Cafe 347 Verret St., 3622264, Algiers. B, L, D daily. Neighborhood coffeehouse/café in historic Algiers Point offers a light menu of soups, salads and sandwiches for a quick meal or carryout. $$

Stein’s Market and Deli 2207 Magazine

Magazine St., 897-5413, TraeysNola.com, Uptown. L, D daily. A neighborhood bar with one of the best messy roast beef poor boys

St., 527-0771, Uptown, SteinsDeli.net. B, L, D Tue-Sun. New York meets New Orleans.

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in town. The gumbo, cheeseburger poor boy and other sandwiches are also winners. Grab a local Abita beer to wash it all down. Also a great location to watch “the game.” $

pizzas. Good lunch specials make this a popular choice as well. $$

a wide range of worldly influences. Zea’s also offers catering services. $$$

Trey Yuen 600 N. Causeway Blvd., (985) 626-4476, Mandeville, TreyYuen.com. L Tue-Fri & Sun, D Tue-Sun. Chinese cuisine meets with local seafood in dishes like their Szechuan Spicy Alligator and Tong Cho Crawfish; private rooms available. $$

Vincent’s Italian Cuisine 4411 Chastant St., 885-2984, Metairie, L TueFri, D Mon-Sat; 7839 St. Charles Ave., 866-9313, Uptown. L Tue-Fri, D Tue-Sun; VicentsItalianCuisine.com. Snug Italian boîte packs them in yet manages to remain intimate at the same time. The cannelloni is a house specialty. $$$

Zoë Restaurant W New Orleans Hotel, 333 Poydras St., 2nd Floor, 207-5018, ZoeNewOrleans.com. B, L daily. Completely redone in both décor and cuisine, each section features a separate menu by executive chef Chris Brown. $$$

Tujague’s 823 Decatur St., 525-8676,

Wolfe’s in the Warehouse 859

French Quarter, TujaguesRestaurant.com. D daily. For more than 150 years this landmark restaurant has been offering Creole cuisine. Favorites include a nightly six-course table d’hôté menu featuring a unique Beef Brisket with Creole Sauce. New Orleans Magazine’s Honor Roll honoree 2008. $$$$$

Convention Center Blvd., 613-2882, CBD/ Warehouse District. B, L, D daily. Chef Tom Wolfe brings his refined cuisine to the booming Fulton Street corridor. His Smoked Kobe Short Ribs are a good choice. $$$

Upperline 1413 Upperline St., 891-9822, Uptown, Upperline.com. D Wed-Sun. Consummate hostess JoAnn Clevenger and talented chef Dave Bridges make for a winning combination at this nationally heralded Uptown favorite, New Orleans Magazine’s 2012 Honor Roll winner. The oft-copied Fried Green Tomatoes with Shrimp Remoulade originated here. $$$$

Vega Tapas Café 2051 Metairie Road, 836-2007, Metairie. D Mon-Sat. Innovative establishment offers fresh seafood, grilled meats and vegetarian dishes in a chic environment. Daily chef specials showcase unique ingredients and make this place a popular destination for dates as well as groups of friends. $$ Venezia 134 N. Carrollton Ave., 488-7991, Mid-City, VeneziaNewOrleans.com. L Wed-Fri & Sun, D Wed-Sun. Casual neighborhood Italian destination known for its thin-crust

Ye Olde College Inn 3000 S. Carrollton Ave., 866-3683, Uptown, CollegeInn1933. com. D Tue-Sat. The institution moved next door into brand-new digs but serves up the same classic fare, albeit with a few new upscale dishes peppering the menu. $$$

Yuki Izakaya 525 Frenchmen St., 9431122, Marigny. D daily. Authentic Japanese Izakaya serves small plates to late-night crowds at this unique destination. Try the Hokke Fish or the Agedashi Tofu. An excellent sake menu rounds out the appeal, as does the sexy, club-like ambiance. $ Zea’s Rotisserie and Bar 1525 St. Charles Ave., Lower Garden District, 520-8100; 1655 Hickory Ave, Harahan, 738-0799; 4450 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 780-9090; 1325 West Esplanade, Kenner, 468-7733; 1121 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, 361-8293; 110 Lake Drive, Covington, (985) 327-0520, ZeaRestaurants.com. L, D daily. This popular restaurant serves a variety of grilled items as well as appetizers, salads, side dishes, seafood, pasta and other entrées, drawing from

SPECIALTY FOODS Antoine’s Annex 513 Royal St., 525-8045, French Quarter, Antoines.com/AntoinesAnnex. Open daily. Around the corner from the oldest continuously operated restaurant in the country, Antoine’s Annex serves French pastries, including individual baked Alaskas, ice cream and gelato, as well as panini, salads and coffee. They also deliver. Bee Sweet Cupcakes 5706 Magazine St., 891-8333, Uptown, BeeSweetCupcakes.net. Open Mon-Sat. Tiny shop sells its namesake treats with a New Orleans twist. Try the Bananas Foster or the Pralines and Cream flavors. Daily specials are offered, as well as catering orders for weddings and parties. Bittersweet Confections 725 Magazine St., 523-2626, Warehouse District, BittersweetConfections.com. Open MonSat. Freshly baked cookies, cupcakes and specialty cakes. Serving handmade chocolate truffles, fudge, caramels, gelato, ice coffee, chocolate-dipped strawberries and freshly squeezed lemonade. Children’s birthday parties, chocolate tasting parties, custom chocolates and truffle party bar. Call for details.

Blue Dot Donuts 4301 Canal St., 2184866, Mid-City, BlueDotDonuts.com. B, L daily. Heard the one about the cops that opened a donut shop? This is no joke. The Bacon Maple Long John gets all the press,

but returning customers are happy with the classics as well as twists like peanut butter and jelly. New Orleans Magazine’s 2012 Doughnut Shop of the Year.

Blue Frog Chocolates 5707 Magazine St., 269-5707, Uptown, BlueFrogChocolate.com. Open daily. French and Belgian chocolate truffles and Italian candy flowers make this boutique a great place for gifts. Calcasieu 930 Tchoupitoulas St., 588-2188, Warehouse District, CalcasieuRooms.com. Located in the second floor of a renovated warehouse, above Cochon and Cochon Butcher, is a place to host gatherings both large and small. Catering menus feature modern Louisiana cooking and the Cajun cuisine for which chef Donald Link is justifiably famous.

Magic Seasonings Mail Order (800) 4572857. Offers chef Paul Prudhomme’s famous cookbooks, smoked meats, videos, seasonings and more. Online shopping available at shop. ChefPaul.com/Seasonings. St. James Cheese Company 5004 Prytania St., 899-4737, Uptown, StJamesCheese.com. Open daily. Specialty shop offers a selection of fine cheeses, wines, beers and related accouterments. Look for wine and cheese specials every Friday.

Sucré 3025 Magazine St., 520-8311; 3301 Veterans Blvd., 834-2277; ShopSucre.com. Desserts daily & nightly. Open late weekends. Chocolates, pastry and gelato draw rave reviews at this new dessert destination. Beautiful packaging makes this a great place to shop for gifts. Catering available.

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New Orleans has never had strong barbecue traditions in the way that, say, North Carolina or Tennessee do. Barbecue culture evolved in other areas out of slave culture, says local historian Rien Fertel – out of farms and plantations; small towns with tobacco and cotton markets. “Louisiana already had these very strong vernacular cultures, Cajun and Creole,” he explains. “And we had other places to put pork. Cracklins, andouille, tasso.” But the smoke is thickening around here. New Orleanians are eating more barbecue than ever. I sampled from more than two-dozen smokers in researching this article, and even then I stopped eating before checking every place off my list. I had to quit. Everywhere I looked – dining guides, social media, a corner bar two blocks from my home – someone was firing up another pit. Barbecue has even infiltrated our festival circuit. The eighth annual Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival staged last month, and at the time of this writing the folks at Hickory Prime BBQ were organizing a Crescent City Cook-Off & BBQ Festival for the first weekend in November. “New Orleans is following a national trend in that regard,” says Lolis Eric Elie, a New Orleans native and author of the poetic book Smokestack Lightening: Adventures in the Heart of Barbecue Country. “These new places are opened by relatively young people,” he continues. “They’re not doing Grandpa’s barbecue. These are people who have studied it as chefs or on the competition circuit, but they aren’t bringing personal tradition to the pit. I’m not bothered by that. I’m more interested in the quality of the food than the depth of its tradition. Given the complexity and expense of barbecue, it’s good there are young folks treating it like an art form and approaching it like a serious craft.” Elie didn’t name names, but Neil McClure at McClure’s Barbecue, Benjamin Doolittle at Blue Hickory Blues & Barbecue, Robert Bechtold of the barbecue pop-up NOLA Smokehouse, Chris Shortall at Shortall’s BBQ and the brothers Patrick, Brendan and Eugene Young at Squeal all more or less fit the description of younger restaurant professionals basing their small business plans on smoked meats – and doing so with a craftsman’s zeal. Fertel, who recently received a Ph.D. in history from Tulane University and is busy on a book about whole hog barbecue, affectionately calls this modern movement of pit-smoked

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meats “hipster barbecue.” (The Los Angeles Times restaurant reviewer Jonathan Gold put it another way: “Could barbecue be the cupcake of 2013?”) I can’t say whether the veteran Marines behind Black Label Barbecue are “hipsters” in the colloquial sense of that word, because I never managed to catch the elusive brothers smoking last summer. I can say, however, that the short film they produced and released over social media as part of a Kickstarter campaign to catapult Black Label from a sidewalk pop-up to a food truck struck me as pretty hipster-y in nature. Whatever the proper term to describe it, this influx of barbecue is elevating the quality of smoked meats in New Orleans, and it’s doing so without much regard for regionality, extreme regionality being the hallmark of traditional southern barbecue. In other words, you can find Carolinastyle pulled pork, Texas-style beef brisket and Kansas Citystyle ribs on the same combination plate. And, on the same table, you can spot North Carolina vinegar sauce beside Memphis’ tomato-based sauce, with perhaps a few other styles to more thoroughly cover the southern barbecue map. You can get away with that – as long as you do it well – in a town hungry for a barbecue culture, as New Orleans clearly is. At the very least, it’s hungry for barbecue.

Squeal’s barbecue pork tacos (pulled pork, topped with horseradish coleslaw finished with homemade chipotle sauce)

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As it pertains to food service, the term “pop-up” refers to a fleeting style of restaurant that rather literally pops up in a space customarily used for something else. Sometimes pop-ups pop up unexpectedly, though just as often they continue to pop up with some regularity, if only for an indeterminate span of time. The food service pop-up has become a common business model and an outlet for creativity nationwide. As with the restaurants Pizza Delicious in Bywater and Noodle & Pie in Uptown, a successful pop-up can help chefs and restaurateurs gain capital – and the confidence of a loyal following – before they invest in a more traditional brick-andmortar enterprise. The high quality of a pop-up’s offerings can help counterbalance the relative inconvenience and the long-term unreliability of the pop-up’s nature. Imagine a chef-restaurateur freed from the nightly physical grind, from the pressures of a lease, from the reliance on a stable of employees and from the psychological strain of operating an assembly line without a stop button. That is the pop-up operator, and those may well be among the reasons that Robert Bechtold was able to dish me up such a perfect meal when I visited his NOLA Smokehouse pop-up one Sunday evening on the back patio of PJ’s Coffee on Magazine Street. The meat selection that night included heaps of glistening pulled pork, equally unctuous beef brisket, strongly smoked pork ribs paved with a caramelized layer of rub and coal-black burnt brisket ends threaded with ribbons of melting fat. Bechtold uses an offset smoker fired

with hickory mixed with peach, cherry or apple wood. The fruitwoods, he says, cause a chemical reaction that gives the meat a deeper smoke ring and better smoke flavor. For $10, plate dinners included superiorly creamy macaroni and cheese, the best bites of which came from the bubbled and browned top layer, and a mustardy “remoulade” potato salad for which Bechtold cooks the spuds in crab boil. I enjoyed tasting Bechtold’s selection of thin sauces – one vinegar, one spicy and one apple-sweet – but I didn’t insult his meats with them. Early birds that evening helped themselves to a selection of blueberry, watermelon rind, jalapeño and Vidalia onion quick pickles. Slices of chocolate, peach and key lime pie from NOLA Pie Guy, a partner pop-up, rounded out what wasn’t only the best overall meal on my barbecue tour but easily one of the best meals I ate in New Orleans this past summer. Certainly the pop-up operator faces inconveniences that a traditional restaurateur does not. In Bechtold’s case those include a vast distance between kitchen (or pit) and dining room, and a reliance on decent weather. When the forecast on a planned pop-up evening in September promised flash flooding, he switched gears mid-smoke and used social media to offer free delivery until he sold out. Nevertheless, the advantages of small-batch production and low overhead behoove me to offer this first place with a caveat. Football season derailed NOLA Smokehouse’s Sunday evening pop-up tradition. Check social media for Bechtold’s current events.

Walker’s cochon de lait poor boy

Pork Best Post-Barbecue Dessert Blue Ribbon: Shortall’s BBQ . Dessert isn’t a requirement in barbecue. Pushing away from the table with smoldering coals still detectable on the palate is its own indulgence. That said, these days barbecue is the best arena in which to observe the age-old cake versus pie debate unfolding in New Orleans. Currently cake takes the win, thanks to the refined slices of doberge crafted by the local catering bakery Debbie Does Doberge, served at the Twelve Mile Limit bar. The ridiculously fresh-tasting slice

of strawberry cheesecake doberge that a friend and I tried there so motivated her sweet tooth that she ordered a whole cake the following week (and picked it up at the bar). 2. The Joint. Made with locally produced Creole cream cheese, The Joint’s light, dreamy peanut butter cream pie caused a fork fight at my table. 3. Hickory Prime. Hickory Prime’s cobbler is of the cake – versus the biscuit – cobbler school: fresh fruit baked into a moist yellow cake with a stratum of sugary crunch hidden below.

Blue Ribbon: Walker’s Southern Style Barbecue . Vendors of the superior cochon de lait and spicy mustard slaw sandwich at Jazz Fest, the über-experienced folks at Walker’s easily have the firmest handle on smoking Boston butts around town. Out in eastern New Orleans they turn out gorgeous, fat-moistened, multi-textured, moderately smoked portions of pig that do the animal’s sacrifice justice every time. And the coleslaw is just as fresh and fiery out there as it is at the festival. Get there early – when they’re out, they’re out. 2. McClure’s Barbecue. The primarily pecan-smoked meats at McClure’s all taste fresh (in the unlikely way that a pro like Neil McClure can make meat cooked for an eternity taste fresh): fresh from the farm, fresh off the pit and prepared with a fresh take on what cooking method best suits each cut. The “pulled” pork appears to be pulled, tugged and roughly chopped, according to what different sections of the shoulder demand. Each portion contains a few welcome bits of candylike char.

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Cochon’s smoked pork ribs with watermelon pickles

I entered Cochon intent on confirming that the restaurant’s signature cochon de lait – an homage to the southwest Louisiana custom of cooking a whole pig outdoors over a raging wood fire – still reigns supreme in the New Orleans barbecue sweepstakes. But in fact, Cochon’s cochon de lait is braised, not smoked, which obligated me to supplement my order with a house-smoked ham hock lolling in a field of buttery farro, as well as some deeply smoky pork ribs coated in a chewy, vinegar-caramel char and garnished with chopped

watermelon pickle. Nathanial Zimet staked his claim on the New Orleans barbecue circuit when he began vending North Carolina-style pulled pork sandwiches from a purple food truck shortly after Hurricane Katrina. He didn’t forsake the smoker when he opened his fixed restaurant, Boucherie . It is the kind of place where you can temper the stealth spice of a house-smoked sausage sandwich with a Trappist ale, and where hand-cut french fries pair just as well with the oily, tomato-based brisket sauce as the forktender meat does.

McClure’s pork ribs, spicy sweet cole slaw and Creole potato salad

Best Sauce and Sauce Selection Blue Ribbon Sauce: Walker’s Southern Style Barbecue . The default New Orleans barbecue sauce is a medium-thick condiment colored a familiar shade of rust with a flavor profile that skews sweet but finds balance in acid. Sometimes it harbors a hint of heat. I am guessing that many versions originate from a commercial bottle or jar and then get doctored up to suit the particular tastes of the pitmaster. The sauce at Walker’s fits the above-mentioned style, though it’s made in-house with the addition of something unnamable that makes it impossible to stop eating. When I asked pitmaster Jonathan Walker what regional style he follows, he answered, “It’s New Orleans-style, baby.” Blue Ribbon Sauce Selection: McClure’s Barbecue. Many newer barbecue establishments follow a national trend in offering an array of sauces, often presented in recycled six-pack bottle holders. While the meats at McClure’s didn’t need sauce, a few of McClure’s sauces – among them a sharp, mayonnaise-based Alabama-style, and a dark, hoisin-based one called New Orleans East – called out for meat. Who am I not to oblige?

Best Use of Local Products: Sausage Both at McClure’s and The Joint , links of locally made chaurice – a heavily seasoned pork sausage enflamed with red pepper – hit the smoke pit, to such winning effect that one wonders why chaurice doesn’t

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enjoy a little smoke more often. Pitmasters at Saucy’s and Hillbilly Bar-B-Q toss boudin on the grate, Acadiana-style, which crisps the casing and infuses the pork-andrice dressing with a campfire-like

dimension of flavor. At Shortall’s , already-smoked sausage receives what seems to be that kitchen’s signature saucy treatment, this time with a sticky glaze of maple syrup and stout beer.

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Bar-B-Q Kings’ pitmaster Oronde Robertson

Blue Ribbon: Squeal Barbecue . While the smoke billowing from two worn-in smokers out front indicates the kitchen’s top priority at Squeal, the attention paid there to side dishes with local flair is unparalleled. You could build a satisfying meal out of the cheesy white grits and roasted corn, lithesome pork-seasoned collard greens, Creole-style white beans with ham and refreshing maque choux. In fact, I look forward to doing just that. 2. McClure’s Barbecue. Again, extra points for putting a local spin on sides in a barbecue town that’s still finding itself. At McClure’s, smoked meat and sausage remnants make their way into a terrific brown jambalaya, Creole mustard gives potato salad pizzazz and collard greens are stewed to submission with molasses and vinegar. 3. Hillbilly Bar-B-Q. It has been years since I first tasted Hillbilly’s Hobo Taters. My most recent visit proved that garnishing warm, eggy potato salad as if it were a loaded baked potato – with sour cream, grated cheddar, real bacon bits and green onion tops – is still a genius move. Special Mention: Most of the sides at Voodoo BBQ and Ugly Dog Saloon & Bar-B-Que are vegetarian.

Both beef and pork ribs at Gentilly’s Bar-B-Q Kings (from the same family tree as the late H&P Bar-B-Q Masters) smolder on the palate long after the bones have been licked clean. Bar-B-Q Kings is the only place on the tour where I encountered beef ribs, the mammoth bones of which always elicit Fred Flintstone references. The pitmaster also smokes tilapia fillets.

Blue Ribbon: Whole Foods Market, Arabella Station . When you ask a butcher for a plate of brisket at Uptown’s Whole Foods, he reaches a gloved hand into a heap of oblong lumps enveloped in a dull black bark. By all other measures of gastronomy, these aesthetics don’t indicate something edible, much less desirable. But viewed through the lens of barbecue cooked low and slow (12 hours here), the smoke-blackened beef triggers an exaltation of spirit and salivary glands. “You want the lean?” the butcher asks, rhetorically. What he then slices off the de-fatted roast is the most tender, evenly seasoned and deep-ruby-ringed beef I’ve eaten outside of Central Texas. At first I hesitated to admit that this haven of heart health deserves the blue ribbon treatment. But then I ran it by the local barbecue blogger, musician, Texas native and amateur pitmaster James Westfall. “Whole Foods is based in Austin,” he reminded me. They had to get it right. 2. The Joint. Cooked out back in a pit that could hold a small herd, The Joint’s dry-rubbed brisket varies in quality

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but generally maintains an unusual tenderness, a wonderfully blackened circumference of fat and a hearty wood-smoked flavor. Whereas lesser briskets beg for a dousing of seasoning – any seasoning – this one is sweet, a fine foil for The Joint’s pineapple-habanero sauce. A sign made from sticks near the front door says it all: “Carnivorous Cuisine.” 3. Shortall’s BBQ. There’s so much to like about the Twelve Mile Limit bar currently – inexpensive craft cocktails, a diverse live-and-letlive clientele, tater tots – that I had to check my barbecue meter several times while swooning over the food. Especially the brisket. This isn’t your Central Texas grandpa’s brisket. This is more like your Illinois grandma’s brisket and gravy, had your Illinois grandma thought to use a pit. Pitmaster Chris Shortall smokes the beef over various woods on a Weber grill and then slides it into the oven for a second cooking –this time in the brisket’s own fat. Did Shortall’s brisket look like barbecue? Not at all. Did it taste like it? Somehow, yes.

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Hillbilly’s pork ribs, boudin and hobo taters

Blue Ribbon: Ms. Hyster’s Barbecue . If New Orleans pitmasters smoke one meat consistently well, it’s pork ribs. The rivalry is strong, so competitors must express unusual excellence to stand out. Enter the hickory-smoked spareribs at Ms. Hyster’s, which are tooth-tender, sheathed in a chewy caramel char and smothered in a tomato-based sauce with a latent kick of heat. You never know when the meat might be ready – one day it was past noon – and don’t count on those tender collards or homemade layer cakes that sometimes seem to magically appear, but the ribs are worth some aggravation. 2. Hillbilly Bar-B-Q. I might have more notes on why pitmaster Larry Wyatt’s pork ribs were so good if the rust-colored, smoke-tinged juices running down my forearms as I ate hadn’t incapacitated me. The meat itself was hammy pink, resistless to the tooth and seriously seasoned – no additional sauce necessary. 3. The pedigree of Blue Hickory Blues & Barbecue ’s owner, the culinary school graduate and fine dining alum Benjamin Doolittle (he runs the restaurant with his wife, Kellie), manifests in the elegant simplicity of green beans sautéed to order and in the chefly polish of a banana layer cake. White toques and tablecloths do not a pitmaster make, however. That takes practice, patience and a cultivated touch, all of which are evident in Blue Hickory’s dryrubbed, St. Louis-style ribs. Basic, Smokesinged satisfaction.

Best Barbecue I Wasn’t Supposed to Order For the longest time I wasn’t even tempted by barbecue nachos. How could they possibly do either food justice? But then I invited fellow nacho-lover Rien Fertel to lunch at Squeal . Fertel has logged countless miles gathering oral histories for the Southern Foodways Alliance’s Southern Barbecue Trail (SouthernBBQTrail.com), particularly drilling down in Tennessee and the Carolinas. He assured me that barbecue nachos, believed to have originated in Memphis, can

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be legitimate food. Indeed they were at Squeal, where pulled pork, black beans, crisp tortilla chips and slices of fresh jalapeño communed beneath an even melt of cheddar cheese. A two-block stretch of Telemachus Street in MidCity is mecca for BAR-becue, a growing genre in New Orleans that involves a pitmaster taking charge of food service within a bar. (Ugly Dog Saloon was a forerunner in this category, bucking the strong southern paradigm of early-to-close, booze-free

barbecue establishments.) On nights when the stars – and smokers – align, you can’t differentiate the smoke smells emanating from Shortall’s at the Twelve Mile Limit Bar from the ones originating at Boo Koo BBQ within Finn McCool’s Bar up the street. It is at the latter where I broke the rules and ordered a boneless barbecue short rib sandwich. Built upon a soft, brioche-like bun and served with crisp, skin-on french fries for a nominal charge, the sandwich validated my insurrection.

At Blue Oak , a BAR-becue kitchen that once operated within Grits Bar, an unexpected lagniappe made a strong argument for including chicken in one’s barbecue tour. As I awaited my order, a cook emerged from the kitchen with a single smoked chicken wing slicked with spicy Thai-style “Rooster” sauce. Blue Oak, whose smoked wings come in six varieties, including “Naked,” was mid-move at the time of this writing, slated to reopen in October inside Chickie Wah Wah’s bar.

Barbecue Spots With Unusual – and Unusually Good – Ambience You know you’re on track if you bypass Hickory Prime twice and then need to call for directions even once you’ve found the driveway. It operates on the second, open-air level of a structure overlooking the Navigational Canal at Pontchartrain Landing, an RV resort and marina with floating villas in eastern New Orleans. The barbecue restaurant and a cabana-style bar give on to an idyllic swimming pool open for customer use. If for no other reason than the charisma of trumpet player and songster Kermit Ruffins, “New Orleans” and “barbecue” regularly appear together in the national media. For years prior to opening his own restaurant, Kermit’s Treme Speakeasy, Ruffins appeared at select gigs with barbecue pit in tow. He and his jazz quintet, the Barbecue Swingers, do a giddy song called “Smokin’ With Some Barbecue” that also references a recreational kind of non-wood-fired smoking. Currently, Ruffins plays a standing gig at Bullet’s Sports Bar while street vendors provide opportunity for sustenance outside. On the evening I experienced this 7th Ward happening, a raft of smoke hovered above the corner of A.P. Tureaud Avenue and North Dorgenois Street. Beneath it, Erik Stewart of BBQ n Some hustled between back-to-back pits, serving a growing line of customers his charcoaland-hickory-smoked chicken, ribs, pork and hamburgers. This was the only time on last summer’s tour that I enjoyed barbecue straight from the grate, which is how, I would argue, it’s meant to be eaten. Whole Hog Café is relatively devoid of ambience, but its location in the lobby of the Entergy Corporation Building is genius. This isn’t destination barbecue, but the restaurant provides a great service to a neighborhood where restaurants are about as common as green space. Whole Hog delivers directly to offices with advance notice.

A Word About Methodology While dictionary definitions of “barbecue” are expansive, I pared it down for this research: wood and/or charcoal-smoked meats. And I limited those meats to pulled or chopped pork, brisket, ribs and sausage. Yes, chicken is a standard on barbecue menus, but I contained my sampling this time to the redder end of the meat continuum. As long as some wood was involved, I didn’t discriminate between styles of pit or smoker. Hardcore barbecue enthusiasts eschew electric smokers, but in the words of Lolis Eric Elie, I was more interested in the quality of the food than the depth of its tradition. With few exceptions, I ate from the “plates” side of the menu, in order to taste the smoked meats at their purist. No barbecue sandwiches. No barbecue baked potatoes. No barbecue salads. No nachos (almost). Whenever possible, I tasted the meat without sauce first. I ate at 26 different barbecue establishments over the course of three summer months, including one pop-up, one street vendor and two fine-dining restaurants that specialize in smoked meats. Anyone who tells you that New Orleans isn’t a barbecue town may ring me up for a reality check.

BBQ On the Menu: Where to Find It Bar-B-Q Kings 2164 Milton St. 949-2210

BBQ-N-Some

(Pop-up and catering) 358-4334 BBQNSome.com

Blue Hickory Blues & BBQ

70380 Highway 21, Suite 9, Covington (985) 871-4216 BlueHickoryBBQ.com

Best WHITE BREAD ALTERNATIVES The jalapeño hushpuppies at Squeal , the toasted French bread at Voodoo , the mini sweet potato muffins at Saucy’s , the deep-fried, salty dinner rolls at Corky’s Ribs & BBQ , the corn muffin at Whole Hog Café , the soft white dinner rolls at Hillbilly and NOLA Smokehouse , the cupcake-sweet cornbread at Ms. Hyster’s and the less-sweet cornbread at Ugly Dog Saloon all provide relief from the squishy, sliced, white bread that burdens so much southern barbecue. What? You prefer that white bread? In that case, Ted’s Smokehouse , Saucy’s , Bar-B-Q Kings , Hickory Prime , The Joint and Sweet Daddy’s BBQ are there for you. Roughly one-third of the places I visited didn’t include bread with barbecue plates at all.

Blue Oak

Hickory Prime BBQ Pontchartrain Landing, 6001 France Road 418-6804 HickoryPrimeBBQ.com

Hillbilly Bar-B-Q 2317 Hickory Ave., Harahan 738-1508 HillbillyBBQ.com

The Joint

701 Mazant St. 949-3232 AlwaysSmokin.com

Chickie Wah Wah, 2828 Canal St. 304-4714 ChickieWahWah.com

McClure’s Barbecue

BooKoo BBQ

Ms. Hyster’s Barbecue

Finn McCool’s, 3701 Banks St. 265-8997 FinnMcCools.com/BooKoo

Boucherie

8115 Jeannette St. 862-5514 boucherie-nola.com

Cochon

930 Tchoupitoulas St. 588-2123 CochonRestaurant.com

Corky’s Ribs & BBQ 4243 Veterans Blvd., Metairie 887-5000 CorkysBarBQ.com

4800 Magazine St. 301-2367 McCluresBarbecue.com

Squeal Bar-B-Q 8400 Oak St. 302-7370 squeal-nola.com

Ted’s Smokehouse 3809 Williams Blvd., Kenner 305-4393

Ugly Dog Saloon & BBQ

401 Andrew Higgins Drive 569-8459 UglyDogSaloon.net

Voodoo BBQ & Grill 1501 St. Charles Ave. 522-4647 VoodooBBQandGrill.com

Walker’s Southern Style BBQ

2000 S. Claiborne Ave. 522-3028

10828 Hayne Blvd. 241-8227 CochonDeLaitPoBoys.com

NOLA Smokehouse

Whole Foods Market

(Pop-up and catering) 418-2591 ChefRob504.com

Saucy’s

4200 Magazine St. 301-2775 SaucysNola.com

Shortall’s BBQ

Twelve Mile Limit, 500 S. Telemachus St. 488-8114

Arabella Station, 5600 Magazine St. 899-9119 WholeFoodsMarket.com/ Stores/ArabellaStation

Whole Hog Café 639 Loyola Ave. 525-4044 WholeHogCafe.com

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NATURE Natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unpredictability can often create a sense of beauty all around, leaving her mark in precious gems, metals, stones and jewels. by Tracee Dundas PHOTOGRAPHED BY EUGENIA UHL 92

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Full Bloom

Blue Moon

18 karat white gold, 3.52 carat fancy yellow diamond and 0.83 total carat weight white diamond ring; 18 karat white gold, 2.60 total carat weight fancy yellow diamonds and .90 total carat weight white diamond earrings, both at Boudreaux’s.

14 karat white gold, 20.71 carat sapphire and 1.15 total carat weight white diamond ring at Wellington &Co.

Nesting Beauty

Black agate stone set in vermeil with peridot dangle earrings at Fleur d’ Orléans.

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Rainbow Inspired

18 karat white gold, semi-precious, multi-color sapphire, amethyst and diamond necklace at Adler’s Jewelry. Natured Inspired

Multi-strand faceted coral, crystal and diamond “Y”-drop necklace at Saint Germain. myneworleans.com

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Global Sphere

Lion King

Oxidized sterling silver and 24 karat gold plated charm bracelet at Saint Germain.

Sterling silver and 14 karat gold plated leone pendant on antique gold plated bronze chain by New Orleans designer Reagan Charleston at Chattabox.

Prowling Felines

Sterling silver tiger cufflinks; sterling silver and 14 karat gold plated carousel tiger cuff bracelet, both by New Orleans designer Reagan Charleston at Chattabox.

Fruits of Labor

14 karat yellow gold and oxidized silver with white diamonds ring; chrysoprase, diamond and blue topaz multi-cluster drop earrings, both at Saint Germain. 94

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Bug Baubles

Web Master

14 karat yellow gold and 3 total carat weight diamond bee brooch at Wellington & Co.; 18 karat yellow gold and diamond enameled antique grasshopper pin at Symmetry; and 18 karat white gold and 1.35 total carat weight diamond spider brooch from Boudreauxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

18 karat white gold and 1.13 total carat weight diamond pendant on 14 karat white gold cable chain at Wellington & Co.

Circle of Life

14 karat white gold and 7.71 total carat weight pavĂŠ diamond link bracelet at Wellington & Co.

Lord of the Rings

18 karat white gold and 1.73 total carat weight round and scallop diamond ring at Wellington & Co.; and 18 karat white gold and 1.42 total carat weight three-stone diamond ring by New Orleans designer Tom Mathis for Symmetry.

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When it comes to evaluating nursing homes Medicare is the top source for data collection. Using Medicare evaluation information these are the top-ranked nursing homes that accept Medicare within a 50-mile radius of New Orleans.

*NOTE: Some nursing homes do not accept Medicare so theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not included on this list, nevertheless they have good reputations. As always, it is good to seek the opinions of others.

5-Star Overall Care

Bayside Healthcare Center

3201 Wall Blvd., Gretna, LA 70056, 393-1515 33333: Overall Rating 3333: Health Inspection 3333: Nursing Home Staffing 3333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 151 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident council only.

The Broadway Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

7534 Highway 1, Lockport, LA 70374, (985) 532-1011, TheBroadwayElderLiving.org 33333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection 333: Nursing Home Staffing 3333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare 96

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33333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection 3333: Nursing Home Staffing 33333: Quality Measures

and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 126 Type of Ownership: Nonprofit/ Other Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident council only.

Program Participation: Medicare No. of Certified Beds: 30 Type of Ownership: Nonprofit/ Corporation A continuing care retirement community. Resident council only.

Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement

Covenant Home

1980 Jefferson Highway, Lutcher, LA 70071, (225) 869-5725 33333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection 33: Nursing Home Staffing 3333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 116 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Partnership A continuing care retirement community. Resident council only.

Christwood

100 Christwood Blvd., Covington, LA 70433, (985) 8980515, ChristwoodRC.com

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5919 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115, 897-6216 33333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection 333: Nursing Home Staffing 333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 96 Type of Ownership: Nonprofit/ Church-related Not a continuing care retirement community. Both resident and family councils.

Good Samaritan Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

6400 Hayne Blvd., New Orleans,

LA 70126, 246-7900

33333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection 3: Nursing Home Staffing 33333: Quality Measures

Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 200 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident council only.

Heritage Manor of Mandeville

1820 W. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70471, (985) 626-4798, HeritageManorMandeville.com 33333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection 3: Nursing Home Staffing 33333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 145 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Both resident and family councils.

Ochsner Foundation Hospital SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility)

1221 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121, 736-4949, Ochsner.org 33333: Overall Rating 3333: Health Inspection 3333: Nursing Home Staffing 33: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare No. of Certified Beds: 38 Type of Ownership: Nonprofit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. No resident or family councils. Located in a hospital.

Riverbend Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

13735 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, LA 70037, 656-0068 33333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection 3333: Nursing Home Staffing 3333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 120 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement

community. Resident council only.

Wynhoven Health Care Center

1050 Medical Center, Marrero, LA 70072, 347-0777, Wynhoven. org 33333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection 3333: Nursing Home Staffing 333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 188 Type of Ownership: Nonprofit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Both resident and family councils.

4-Star Overall Care Crescent City Health Care Center

1420 General Taylor, New Orleans, LA 70115, 895-7755, CrescentCityCare.com 3333: Overall Rating 3333: Health Inspection 33: Nursing Home Staffing 3333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 200 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident council only.

East Jefferson Hospital SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility)

4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002, 454-4699, EJGH.org 3333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection N/A: Nursing Home Staffing 3: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare No. of Certified Beds: 49 Type of Ownership: Government/ Hospital District Not a continuing care retirement community. No resident or family councils. Located in a hospital.

Forest Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

1330 Ochsner Blvd., Covington, LA 70433, (985) 862-6900, ForestManorCovington.com 3333: Overall Rating 3333: Health Inspection 33: Nursing Home Staffing 333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 192 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident and family councils.

Guest House of Slidell 1051 Robert Blvd., Slidell, LA 70458, (985) 643-5630, GuestHouseOfSlidell.com 3333: Overall Rating

3333: Health Inspection 333: Nursing Home Staffing 3333: Quality Measures

Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 116 Type of Ownership: Nonprofit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident council only.

Lacombe Nursing Center

28119 Highway 190, Lacombe, LA 70445, (985) 882-5417, LacombeCare.com 3333: Overall Rating 3333: Health Inspection 3333: Nursing Home Staffing 333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 98 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident and family councils.

Marrero Healthcare Center

5301 August Ave., Marrero, LA 70072, 341-3658 3333: Overall Rating 333: Health Inspection 333: Nursing Home Staffing 33333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 134 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Both resident and family councils.

Metairie Health Care Center

6401 Riverside Drive, Metairie, LA 70003, 885-8611 3333: Overall Rating 3333: Health Inspection 3333: Nursing Home Staffing 333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 202 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Initial date of certification: July 14, 1993 Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident council only.

St. Anthony’s Healthcare & Rehab Center

6001 Airline Highway, Metairie, LA 70003, 733-8448, StAnthonyNH.com 3333: Overall Rating 3333: Health Inspection 333: Nursing Home Staffing 333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 124 Type of Ownership: Government/ Federal Not a continuing care retirement

community. Resident council only.

St. Luke’s Living Center

4201 Woodland Drive, New Orleans, LA 70131, 378-5050, SaintLukesMedicalCenter.org 3333: Overall Rating 3333: Health Inspection 3: Nursing Home Staffing 33333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 104 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Both resident and family councils.

St. Margaret’s Daughters Home

3525 Bienville St., New Orleans, LA 70119, 279-6414, StMargaretsNO.org 3333: Overall Rating 33333: Health Inspection 3: Nursing Home Staffing 3333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 112 Type of Ownership: Nonprofit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident council only.

Trinity Neurologic Rehabilitation Center

1400 Lindberg Drive, Slidell, LA 70458, (985) 641-4985, TrinityNeuroRehab.com 3333: Overall Rating 3333: Health Inspection 3333: Nursing Home Staffing 3333: Quality Measures Program Participation: Medicare and Medicaid No. of Certified Beds: 110 Type of Ownership: For-profit/ Corporation Not a continuing care retirement community. Resident council only. Health Inspections: Lists the health requirements that the nursing home failed to meet in the last three years. Nursing Home Staffing: Information comes from data that the nursing home reports to its state agency. It contains the nursing home staffing hours for a two-week period prior to the time of the state inspection. CMS receives this data and converts it into the number of staff hours per resident per day. Quality Measures: Information comes from data that the nursing homes regularly report on all residents. It includes aspects of residents’ health, physical functioning, mental status and general well being. Compiled by New Orleans Magazine Source: Medicare.gov

Private Alternatives

Rating information is available for most places that accept Medicare, but not all accept the funding. Below are six places with high reputations among “private” living centers.

Alzheimer’s Residential Care Homes (ARCH) (528-7941, AlzheimerCareHomes.com) has five homes in upscale neighborhoods, each housing five residents. Catering to alzheimer’s and related dementias, ARCH specializes in the feel of a real home with at least one caregiver per five residents.

Belleville Assisted Living (813 Pelican Ave., 362-7166, BellevilleNO.org) is the newest member of the St. Margaret’s family of health care providers and offers 53 beds in Algiers Point. Belleville also hosts a weekly wine and cheese event for residents and the community every Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. Christwood Retirement Community (100 Christwood Blvd., Covington, (985) 898-0515, ChristwoodRC.com) offers 143 independent apartments and 18 freestanding cottages with 30 private skilled nursing suites. An expansion is underway for a new community center slated to open this winter. Lambeth House (150 Broadway St., 8651960, LambethHouse.com) is a continuing care retirement center offering 118 residents in independent living, plus a full continuum of care. The community offers 61 assisted living apartments, plus 72 nursing care residences at the new St. Anna’s at Lambeth House (StAnnas.com), 15 of which are in a specialized area for memory care. Poydras Home (5354 Magazine St., 8970535, PoydrasHome.com) offers 54 rooms in its Historic House with nursing care, 10 rooms in the Hunter House, 10 rooms in the Garden House and 33 rooms in its new assisted living building Oak House. Its 27,000 square foot, three-story addition includes 33 new apartments, a therapy room and nursing accommodations, as well as new lifestyle programs for residents and guests. Woldenberg Village (3701 Behrman Place, 367-5640, WoldebergVillage.com) is a retirement community consisting of three different divisions. The Villas offer independent living with 60 one- and two-bedroom garden apartment homes, each equipped with a full kitchen, patio and either walk-in shower or tub. The Azaleas offer assisted living with 50 one-bedroom apartments and 10 studio and one-bedroom apartments in a secured memory care unit. Willow Wood is a Medicarecertified 120 bed skilled nursing facility with semi-private and private rooms.

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Judge for Yourself

Discovering some of the area’s top lawyers

For our list this year we have contracted with Professional Research Services of Royal Oak, Mich. The listings are the sole responsibility of PRS. Using various means, including email, lawyers were asked to make peer recommendations. The company has provided this explanation of its methodology: “The voting for the Professional Research Services survey to determine the top New Orleans attorneys was open to all licensed attorneys in New Orleans. They were asked which attorney they would recommend in the New Orleans area. Each attorney was allowed to recommend up to three colleagues in each given legal specialty. Once the online nominations were complete, each nominee was carefully evaluated on the basis of the survey results, the legitimacy of their license and their current standing with the State Bar Association of Louisiana. Attorneys who received the highest number of votes in each specialty are included in this list.” How did the voting go? You be the judge. 98

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“MY TOUGHEST CASE”

Jane Ettinger Booth Family Law Booth & Booth, APLC

Paul J. Masinter Commercial Litigation; Criminal Defense White Collar Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC

The professionals listed herein were selected by their peers in a survey conducted by the Professional Research Services Corporation of Royal Oak, Mich. Professionals may be screened and selected through the verification of licensing and review of any infractions through various applicable boards, agencies and rating services. For further information visit prscom. com or email PRS at asamhat@hourmedia.com Administrative/ Regulatory Law New Orleans

Bernard J. Bagert Jr. The Bagert Law Firm 650 Poydras St. Suite 2708 523-1117

Galen S. Brown

Elizabeth J. Futrell Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights; Insolvency and Reorganization Law Jones Walker LLP

Hamilton & Brown, LLC 601 Poydras St. Suite 2750 566-1805

Robert E. Holden

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Greg L. Johnson

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Keith M. Pyburn Jr.

Fisher & Phillips, LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3710 522-3303

Dana Marie Shelton

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0816

Paul L. Zimmering

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0818 Admirality & Maritime Law New Orleans

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Donald R. Abaunza

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000

581-7979

556-4056

Robert Bailey Acomb Jr.

Glenn G. Goodier

William Blake Bennett

Timothy W. Hassinger

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 50 582-8112

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4113

Wilton E. Bland III

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett 701 Poydras St. Suite 4250 595-3000

David L. Carrigee

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 48 582-8174 Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, APLC 3 Sanctuary Blvd. Floor 3 (985) 674-6680

Don K. Haycraft

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

R. Keith Jarrett

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 569-2900

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Floor 50 581-7979

Bertrand M. Cass Jr.

Edward J. Koehl Jr.

Katharine Rachael Colletta

David B. Lawton

Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles, LLP 755 Magazine St. 581-5141

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

James H. Daigle

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5241

Scott E. Delacroix

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Gregory Lawrence Ernst Ernst Law Firm, PLC 650 Poydras St. Suite 2708 586-1555

S. Gene Fendler

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4122

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 47 582-8176 Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9258

J. Dwight LeBlanc III

Frilot, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3700 599-8017

David W. Leefe

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Georges M. Legrand Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett 701 Poydras St. Suite 4250 595-3000

Lynn Luker

Lynn Luker & Associates, LLC 3433 Magazine St. 648-6000

Kevin Andrew Marks

Adelaida Jelena Ferchmin

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7060

Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 4040 525-6802

Robert B. Fisher Jr.

Gregory J. McDonald

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Thomas D. Forbes

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Joseph I. Giarrusso III

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000

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Bienvenu, Foster, Ryan & O’Bannon 1010 Common St. Suite 2200 310-1500

Robert B. Nolan

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

William J. Riviere

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St.

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“MY TOUGHEST CASE”

Clients Waiting Too Late in the Game

25 Years in Practice J.D. Tulane University Law School – 1987 Native of New Orleans

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B ooth & B ooth , A P L C is a small, civil practice firm, yet its attorneys, Jane Ettinger Booth and her husband, Vincent Booth, handle various and often complex cases for a diverse clientele. No matter what the legal issue is, Booth says, “the moral of the story is call your lawyer earlier rather than later.” In her practice, Booth often encounters disputes that could have been mitigated or even avoided with better planning. For example, the division of marital property following a divorce can be legally complex, especially when it involves a lot of assets. “Community property law presumes you marry without many assets and accumulate them throughout the marriage, but this isn’t necessarily what couples want,” she says. Prenuptial agreements offer a method for a soon-to-be-wed couple to decide what they want as far as the cumulation of property during the marriage. Unfortunately, many engaged couples contact Booth only a few weeks before the wedding. “The first thing I ask people that call is ‘When is your wedding date?’” she says. Seeking counsel for a prenuptial agreement only a few weeks or months before the wedding isn’t only uncomfortable but also inadvisable, as claiming duress could be used as an argument if ever there is a dispute. She encourages couples to seek counsel early and tells clients, “We are trying to

make your marriage better – not worse.” Another one of Booth’s practice areas is estate litigation, which isn’t only complex but also emotional. It is not simply a matter of distributing assets. As she says, “People’s emotional issues with the deceased arise as they consider ‘What do I get from the person who’s died?’ It’s not really about money, but it’s about emotions and how you feel about the other person that’s supposed to get the money.” Those interested in drafting a will should hire counsel and be very thoughtful when writing it. “Part of helping the person do estate planning is to ensure that they have some compassion and consideration of what happens after they die,” she says. “Of course I want to make sure the will is lawful, but I spend a lot of time with the person whose will it is to understand what their feelings are about the person or family member.” Booth also performs zoning work and is involved with civil planning. “People are very passionate about the homes, businesses and real estate they own,” she says, but sometimes their plans for the property don’t align with what’s allowed in their neighborhood. Despite talk of revising the city’s zoning ordinance, current property development requires a lot of navigation. Again, her advice is to tackle problems early and head on. “Go to the neighborhood association and get them on board before you begin the process. If your neighbors are against you, it doesn’t matter whether you are trying to open a business or renovate your house; you’re going to have problems.” Booth advises people to get an attorney involved in the beginning – not after they receive a negative zoning result, when the remaining option is a court challenge. Whether someone needs advice on estate planning, prenuptial agreements or zoning laws, Booth’s message is the same: “It is always a good idea to at least have representation early on in a matter you know is going to have some legal hurdles, whatever it is. Call your lawyer earlier rather than later, and make sure you have a good lawyer.”

she was displaced to Baton Rouge along with numerous others. At the time that Entergy New Orleans engaged Jones Walker to represent it in its bankruptcy case, she was living in Baton Rouge, and she wasn’t alone. “Eighty percent of the utility’s customers were displaced because of flooding,” she says. “With the city and the customers under water, Entergy had to rebuild.” Futrell and her coworkers had the know-how, but the logistics and personal tragedy were hard to surmount. “That was probably the most difficult case I’ve worked on because it was a very important case, and so many people’s lives Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights; were impacted.” Everyone Insolvency and Reorganization Law was displaced: Futrell, her Jones Walker LLP coworkers, Entergy’s people and for a time even the judge assigned to the case. “It was a very important case because of the circumstances; it was stressful,” she says. Futrell recalls the day the firm filed the bankL isa F utrell is a partner at Jones ruptcy paperwork with the court: “We were Walker, practicing in bankruptcy, restrucliterally driving down the interstate with turing, and creditors’/debtors’ rights. She Hurricane Rita hitting Baton Rouge, trying represents creditors as well as debtors. to get papers filed. The electricity went out When representing the creditor outside at Jones Walker’s Baton Rouge office and of a bankruptcy case, her job includes we were driving around trying to find a obtaining proper information so the credibuilding with power.” tors can make the appropriate decisions Futrell particularly enjoys writing reorregarding an adjustment of a debt. Futrell ganization plans, a plan for the business to also handles cases involving allegations continue after it exits bankruptcy. Futrell of fraud or breach of fiduciary duty, such and her team wrote the reorganization as when a creditor alleges that someone plan for Entergy New Orleans, and when is guilty of gross mismanagement or has the creditors cast their vote, they selected stolen money. Entergy New Orleans’ reorganization plan. “Proof is very difficult; it involves Despite the circumstances, Futrell and the motive, money tracing, and figuring out team at Jones Walker and the people at what happened,” she says. Futrell stresses Entergy New Orleans were able to reach that every case is different. Following a very successful outcome. All creditors bankruptcy, a business will reorganize were paid in full within a year, and Entergy and continue, or liquidate and cease New Orleans successfully reorganized itself operations. When a bankruptcy results in according to the plan. She felt very rewardliquidation, the situation can be sad, she ed by the outcome. “It was a big effort says, because “the business is no longer because we were all suffering through viable, creditors will receive little distributhe same experience together and then tion and employees lose jobs.” moving back to New Orleans and trying to Of all of the cases that she has handled, rebuild the city together,” she says. Futrell believes that the toughest one was Futrell enjoys that she’s constantly the Entergy New Orleans bankruptcy case learning about new types of businesses. – not because of the complexity of the “When I worked on the Entergy case,” law, but because of the dire circumstances she says, “I learned about the energy busithat surrounded the case. When Hurricane ness; when I represented a hotel business, Katrina hit New Orleans, esteemed practiI learned about the hotel business. I’m tioner Futrell was just as devastated as her able to learn about many industries, and peers, her clients and the city itself. Her it’s very interesting.” home was flooded, as was the city, and

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an apology helped to resolve the case. Currently Masinter and some of his partners are involved in a high-stakes litigation case with the state Commercial Litigation; Criminal Defense of Louisiana involving allegaWhite Collar tions of criminal wrongdoing Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC against his client. “A lot of people think litigation is about dollars and cents, but there are humans involved, and their credibility, ethics and honor are being challenged. It’s very natural for them to want to fight.” Because emotions and passions run high, Masinter says that it’s very important that an attorney balance zealous advocacy for the client with the realities of the case. Recently, he assisted in a securities dispute, where a large company being accused of securities fraud sued his client for the failed investment. In this case, Masinter and his colleagues had to tailor the case strategy to the client’s available resources. P aul M asinter practices at “Everyone just wants to fight. You have Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC in to work with your client to find the best commercial litigation. He describes his solution, rather than solely working to practice as “the ugly side of business, win at all costs.” where money or prestige or both are at In such high-stakes litigation, Masinter stake.” Issues in Masinter’s cases have says, “attorneys often forget that the judges, touched on fraud, securities, product liathe jurors and the court staff are people bility and environmental law. Although too, and they’re all trying to do their jobs his practice has centered on businesses the best way they can. Sometimes as an and their legal disputes, almost all his attorney, you get so wrapped up in your cases have involved serious allegations case, your position, and your issues, that of a dishonesty or wrongdoing. “These you forget that.” He thinks the most effecare often ugly cases because at their tive attorneys in court speak about the core they are not only about money, but issues in a straightforward, direct and genalso human conflict,” he says. “I see disuine matter. “There is a certain talent to putes between former business partners being genuine with people, especially in a who now hate each other because a high-pressure setting such as a courtroom.” transaction didn’t go as planned.” Around the time of Katrina, doctors He also offers the example of a federal diagnosed Masinter with AION, a detecriminal prosecution against the execuriorating eyesight disease. Because of tive of a company. While the allegations this disability, his involvement in cases against the executive related to company has changed, but he continues to assist conduct, the government also sought on cases, advise clients and has become criminal penalties against the executive. more active in firm business develop“These are highly contentious situament efforts. “The firm has been and tions involving people’s real emotions continues to be very supportive and genand passions,” he says. In another case, erous with me,” he says, “both with my Masinter represented condominium owndisability and with my efforts in the comers against the developer following an munity,” which includes work with City undisclosed water leakage; in addition to Park, Lighthouse Louisiana, NOMA and money for home repairs, the clients also Trinity Episcopal School. “Providing good wanted justice following the deception counsel has always been very satisfying they believed they endured. In the end, to me.” although substantial sums were at stake,

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Galloway, Johnson,

Richard J. Tyler

Corporate Governance and Complaints Law

Corporate Law

Robert S. Angelico

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Lawrence E. Chehardy

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 833-5600

George A. Mueller III

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 833-5600 New Orleans

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Metairie

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311

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Edward N. George III

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300

The firm is pleased to congratulate our attorneys recognized as Top Lawyers by New Orleans Magazine Gerald A. Melchiode - Construction Law Kevin A. Marks - Admiralty & Maritime Law Timothy W. Hassinger - Admiralty & Maritime Law Richard E. King - Construction Law - Insurance Law Richard G. Duplantier Jr. - Construction Law Lambert J. Hassinger Jr. - Insurance Law Larry G. Canada - Labor and Employment Law - Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions John E. Galloway - Transportation Law Teresa L. Martin - Workers Compensation Law

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Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 5100 582-8308

Mark William Jeanfreau

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9236

Michael D. Landry

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0852

William H. Langenstein III

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7047

William Newell Norton

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5297

Leon J. Reymond Jr.

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Scott T. Whittaker

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0836 Criminal Defense Non White-Collar New Orleans

Walter F. Becker Jr.

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7046

Charles Donald Marshall III

Brian Joseph Capitelli Capitelli & Wicker 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2950 582-2425

Ralph Capitelli

Capitelli & Wicker 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2950 582-2425

Edward J. Castaing Jr. Crull, Castaing & Lilly 601 Poydras St. Suite 2323 581-7700

Robert Glass

Glass & Reed 3015 Magazine St. 581-9083

Samantha Paula Griffin

Glass & Reed 3015 Magazine St. 581-9083

Harry Rosenberg

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9219

James E. Wright III

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 48 582-8234 Elder Law New Orleans

Steven E. Bain

Attorney at Law 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2950 525-1600

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Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 569-2900

Sheila Leigh Moragas

Milling Benson Woodward, LLP 909 Poydras St. Suite 2300 569-7000

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Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 569-2900

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C. Peck Hayne Jr.

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Gordon, Arata, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 40 582-1111

Sandra M. Feingerts

Harry R. Holladay

H. Michael Bush

Fisher & Phillips, LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3710 529-3836

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7518

I. Harold Koretzky

Jonathan A. Hunter

John Wilson Reed

Jaye Andras Calhoun

Ralph S. Whalen Jr.

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311

The Kullman Firm 1100 Poydras St. Suite 1600 524-4162

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0882

Benjamin Thomas Sanders

Julie C. Tizzard Law Office 700 Camp St. Suite 101 528-9500

Jane E. Armstrong

Paul J. Masinter

Steven E Bain Attorney at Law, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2900 585-7942

Julie Christine Tizzard

New Orleans

Carver, Darden, Koretzky, Tessier, Finn, Blossman & Areaux, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3100 585-3802

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0808

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Julie D. Livaudais

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7007

Sarah Voorhies Myers

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Patricia E. Pannell 10113 Hyde Place 737-2438

MaryJo Lovie Roberts

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9262

Brianne Star Rome

Liskow & Lewis, PLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4141

Howard Shapiro

Proskauer Rose, LLP 650 Poydras St. Suite 1800 310-4085

Randye C. Snyder

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979 Energy Law New Orleans

Katharine Rachael Colletta

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Michael R. Fontham

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4131

Robert B. McNeal

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4052

Robert S. Rooth

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000 Environmental Law New Orleans

Daria Burgess Diaz

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0858

Robert E. Holden

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

William H. Howard

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5275

Kevin E. Huddell

Jones, Swanson, Huddell & Garrison, LLC 601 Poydras St. Suite 2655 523-2500

Duplantis & Eagan, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 40 582-1111

LLC 820 O’Keefe Ave. 581-4892

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Lowe, Stein, Hoffman, Allweiss & Hauver 701 Poydras St. Suite 3600 581-2450

Barrasso, Usdin, Kupperman, Freeman & Sarver, LLC 909 Poydras St. Suite 2400 589-9700

A. Wendel Stout III

Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles, LLP 755 Magazine St. 581-5141

Glenn Lyle Maximilian Swetman Swetman Baxter Massenburg, LLC 650 Poydras St. Suite 2400 799-0500

Equipment Finance Law New Orleans

Kathleen S. Plemer

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7222

Leon Hirsch Rittenberg III Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 585-7711

Frank A. Tessier

Carver, Darden, Koretzky, Tessier, Finn, Blossman & Areaux, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3100 585-3800 Family Law Metairie

Michael H. Rasch

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 833-5600 New Orleans

Jane Ettinger Booth

Greg L. Johnson

Booth & Booth 138 N. Cortez St. 482-5292

Gladstone N. Jones III

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Shawn M. Bridgewater

Robert C. Lowe

Edith H. Morris

Morris, Lee & Bayle, LLC 1515 Poydras St. Suite 1870 524-3781

David M. Prados

Lowe, Stein, Hoffman, Allweiss & Hauver 701 Poydras St. Suite 3600 581-2450

Brooke C. Tigchelaar

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0862 First Amendment Law New Orleans

Lance Christian McCardle

Fishman Haygood Phelps Walmsley Willis & Swanson, LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 46 586-5252

Loretta Gallaher Mince

Fishman Haygood Phelps Walmsley Willis & Swanson, LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 46 586-5252

Mary Ellen Roy

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311

Richard C. Stanley

Stanley, Reuter, Ross, Thornton & Alford, LLC 909 Poydras St. Suite 2500 523-1580

Jennifer Leigh Thornton Stanley, Reuter, Ross, Thornton & Alford, LLC 909 Poydras St. Suite 2500 523-1580 Gaming Law New Orleans

Thomas M. Benjamin

Jones, Swanson, Huddell & Garrison, LLC 601 Poydras St. Suite 2655 523-2500

Jennifer Jon Greene

Herman, Herman & Katz, LLC 820 O’Keefe Ave. 581-4892

Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP 909 Poydras St. Suite 1500 584-5464

Justin Paul Lemaire

D. Douglas Howard Jr.

Wm. Blake Bennett

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0942

Howard & Reed 839 St. Charles Ave. Suite 306 581-3610

Loulan J. Pitre Jr.

Steven J. Lane

Gordon, Arata, McCollam,

Herman, Herman & Katz,

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4113

Paul Kevin Colomb Sr. Gordon, Arata,

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Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 569-2900

J. Kelly Duncan

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 48 582-8218

Deborah Duplechin

Harkins McGlinchey Stafford, PLLC 601 Poydras St. Floor 12 596-2799

C. Lawrence Orlansky Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0842

Wesley Matthew Plaisance

Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP 909 Poydras St. Suite 1500 584-5471

Daniel K. Rester

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 (225) 336-5200

Brian D. Wallace

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311 General Service Law Firm New Orleans

Frank A. Milanese

Frank A Milanese, APLC 650 Poydras St. Suite 2600 588-1400 Government Relations Practice New Orleans

O. Ray Cornelius

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 585-0258

Donna D. Fraiche

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5201

701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Suite 2000 584-9312

C. William Bradley Jr.

Attorney at Law 365 Canal St. Suite 2340 522-2800

Bradley Murchison Kelly & Shea LLC 1100 Poydras St. Floor 27 596-6302

Anthony M. DiLeo

Anthony M. DiLeo, APC 650 Poydras St. Suite 2750 274-0087

Donna D. Fraiche

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5201

Monica Ann Frois

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-8615

Cecile L. Gordon

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9317

Chris Martin

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7534

Conrad Meyer IV

Hamilton & Brown, LLC 601 Poydras St. Suite 1625 262-0961

Ryan P. Monsour

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 962-4230

Danielle Lombardo Trostorff

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5224

James C. Young

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7215 Immigration Law Metairie

David A.M. Ware

Health Care Law

Ware Gasparian, LLC 3850 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 555 (800) 537-0179

New Orleans

Mark Beebe

Malvern C. Burnett

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Attorney at Law 1523 Polymnia St. 586-1922

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Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St.

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Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0814

Andre J. Mouledoux

Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles, LLP 755 Magazine St. 581-5141

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett 701 Poydras St. Suite 4250 595-3000

Insurance Law

David O’Quinn

Metairie

Charles O. Taylor

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 833-5600 New Orleans

Judy Y. Barrasso

Barrasso, Usdin, Kupperman, Freeman & Sarver, LLC 909 Poydras St. Suite 2400 589-9700

Alan G. Brackett

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett 701 Poydras St. Suite 4250 595-3000

Mary Lue Dumestre

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0856

Harold Jude Flanagan Flanagan Partners LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 2405 569-0235

Gus A. Fritchie III

Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St. Suite 2700 310-2106

George B. Hall Jr.

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311

Lambert Joseph Hassinger Jr.

Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 4040 525-6802

Richard Edward King

Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 4040 525-6802

Harvey C. Koch

Montgomery Barnett, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3300

909 Poydras St. Suite 2500 523-1580

Suite 2000 566-1311

Robert S. Rooth

Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 4040 525-6802

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Ernest Svenson

The Svenson Law Firm 643 Magazine St. Suite 301 202-0688

Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St. Suite 2700 310-2100

Andrew G. Vicknair

Peter Joseph Rotolo III

International Arbitration

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Seth Andrew Schmeeckle

Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin & Hubbard 601 Poydras St. Suite 2775 568-1990 Intellectual Property Law New Orleans

Raymond G. Areaux

Carver, Darden, Koretzky, Tessier, Finn, Blossman & Areaux, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3100 585-3803

Mark R. Beebe

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Stephen G. Bullock

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0822

Lesli Danielle Harris

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0938

Charles D. Marshall Jr.

Milling Benson Woodward, LLP 909 Poydras St. Suite 2300 569-7000

Jennifer McNamara

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5240

David Lee Patron

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311

Bryan Charles Reuter

Stanley, Reuter, Ross, Thornton & Alford, LLC

Shields Mott Lund LLP 650 Poydras St. Suite 2600 581-4445

New Orleans

Thomas K. Foutz

ADR Inc 935 Gravier St. Suite 1940 838-6100

George J. Fowler Fowler Rodriguez 400 Poydras St. Floor 30 523-2600

Daniel Alfred Tadros Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

International Trade and Finance New Orleans

J. Marshall Page III

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 50 582-8248

Jack H. Shannon

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 50 582-8292

Richard P. Wolfe

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 5100 582-8182

Larry G. Canada

Donna Phillips Currault

Gordon, Arata, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 4000 582-1111

Brooke Duncan III

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0862

Steven Franklin Griffith Jr.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5225

Thomas P. Hubert

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 50 582-8384

S. Mark Klyza

The Kullman Firm 1100 Poydras St. Suite 1600 524-4162

Amelia Williams Koch

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5222

Leslie A Lanusse

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Sidney F. Lewis V

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 50 582-8352

Julie D. Livaudais

New Orleans

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7007

M. Nan Alessandra

Mark N. Mallery

Labor and Employment Law

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9297

William F. Banta

The Kullman Firm 1100 Poydras St. Suite 1600 524-4162

Stephen P. Beiser

McGlinchey Stafford, PLLC 601 Poydras St. Floor 12 596-2756

Kim M. Boyle

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St.

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, PC 701 Poydras St. Suite 3500 648-3848

Ernest R. Malone Jr. The Kullman Firm 1100 Poydras St. Suite 1600 524-4162

Eve B. Masinter

Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP 909 Poydras St. Suite 1500 584-5468

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Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St. Suite 2700 310-2109

Thomas J. McGoey II

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Janis Van Meerveld

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Sarah Voorhies Myers

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Erin Elizabeth Pelleteri

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5200

Timothy Hugh Scott

Fisher & Phillips, LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3710 522-3303

Charles Frederick

Seemann III Jackson Lewis LLP 650 Poydras St. Suite 1900 208-5843

Howard Shapiro

Proskauer Rose, LLP 650 Poydras St. Suite 1800 310-4086

G. Phil Shuler III

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7011

Michael D. Spencer

Proskauer Rose, LLP 650 Poydras St. Suite 1800 310-2023

Rachel Wendt Wisdom Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0911 Land Use and Zoning Law New Orleans

E. Howell Crosby

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7212

Richard P. Richter

Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert, LLC 909 Poydras St. Floor 28 299-2104

Philip Benjamin Sherman

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James Edward Appell Slaton

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 490-5820

Legal Malpractice Law New Orleans

W. Paul Andersson

Leake & Andersson, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 1700 585-7500

James A. Brown

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 500 581-7979

Gus A. Fritchie III

Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St. Suite 2700 310-2106

Harvey C. Koch

Montgomery Barnett, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3300 585-7663

Harvey J. Lewis

Lewis, Kullman, Sterbcow & Abramson 601 Poydras St. Suite 2615 588-1500

Ernest Lynwood O’Bannon

Joseph M. Bruno

Bruno & Bruno 855 Baronne St. 525-1335

Larry G. Canada

Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 4040 525-6802

Leonard A. Davis

Herman, Herman & Katz, LLC 820 O’Keefe Ave. 581-4892

Mark C. Dodart

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9307

Robert S. Emmett

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5261

Darryl J. Foster

Bradley Murchison Kelly & Shea LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2700 596-6304

James M. Garner

Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert, LLC 909 Poydras St. Floor 28 299-2102

William B. Gaudet

Bienvenu, Foster, Ryan & O’Bannon 1010 Common St. Suite 2200 310-1500

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Richard C. Stanley

Herman, Herman & Katz, LLC 820 O’Keefe Ave. 581-4892

Stanley, Reuter, Ross, Thornton & Alford, LLC 909 Poydras St. Suite 2500 523-1580

James E. Wright III

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 48 582-8234

Russ M. Herman

Anthony David Irpino Irpino Law Firm 2216 Magazine St. 525-1500

James B. Irwin

Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions

Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St. Suite 2700 310-2105

New Orleans

Keith Alex Kornman

Allan Berger & Associates, PLC 4173 Canal St. 486-9481

Degan, Blanchard & Nash, APLC 400 Poydras St. Suite 2600 529-3333

Carmelite M. Bertaut

John P. Manard Jr.

Allan Berger

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0898

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311

Charles P. Blanchard

Gerald E. Meunier

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7216

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Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2800

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Frilot, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3700 599-8194

Blaine A. Moore

Courington, Kiefer & Sommers, LLC 650 Poydras St. Suite 2105 524-5510

Suite 2800 522-2304

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Karen Marie Fontana

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 50 582-8536

Niles, Bourque, Fontana & Knight LLC 909 Poydras St. Floor 35 310-8554

Mark Cunningham

Louis Y. Fishman

John F. Olinde

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 585-0295

Fishman Haygood Phelps Walmsley Willis & Swanson, LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 46 586-5252

Loretta O’Boyle Hoskins

Mark A. Fullmer

A. Wendel Stout III

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7264

James C. Klick

Edward N. George III

William D. Treeby

Herman, Herman & Katz, LLC 820 O’Keefe Ave. 581-4892

Chris Martin

William H. Langenstein III

Roland Manil

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7534

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7047

Vandenweghe Jr. Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Conrad Meyer IV

William Newell Norton

Forrest Ren Wilkes

Corinne Ann Morrison

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5297

E. Paige Sensenbrenner

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Floor 45 585-0464

Peter E. Sperling

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

James C. Young

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0836

Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 585-7711

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Mining Law

Robert B. Bieck Jr.

Mandeville

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000 Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles, LLP 755 Magazine St. 581-5141 Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0807

Forman Perry Watkins Krutz & Tardy, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4350 799-4383

Rachel Wendt Wisdom Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0911

Charles F. Gay Jr.

Hamilton & Brown, LLC 601 Poydras St. Suite 1625 262-0961 Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7228

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Keith C. Armstrong

Frilot, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3700 599-8015

Carl L. Aspelund

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7215

Medical Malpractice Law New Orleans

Chaffe McCall, LLP 8550 United Plaza Blvd. Suite 103 (225) 922-4300 Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 833-5600

C. William Bradley Jr.

Bradley Murchison Kelly & Shea LLC 1100 Poydras St. Floor 27 596-6302

Guy C. Curry

Curry & Friend, APLC 228 St. Charles Ave. Suite 1200 524-8556

Robert J. David

Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, LLC 1100 Poydras St.

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311 Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

William Christian Perez

Leon J. Reymond Jr.

Scott T. Whittaker

Karl J. Zimmermann

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 50 (337) 262-9000

Jones Walker LLP 3090 Pine Place (985) 951-7073

Virginia Boulet

New Orleans

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 585-0331

Shawn M. Bridgewater

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Joseph L. Caverly

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St.

William H. Strait

John Y. Pearce

Montgomery Barnett, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3300 585-3200 Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law New Orleans

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Aaron, PLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3800 569-1807

Mark E. Hanna

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett 701 Poydras St. Suite 4250 595-3000 Natural Resources Law New Orleans

Daria Burgess Diaz

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0858

Harry R. Holladay

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7518

Justin Paul Lemaire

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0942

Jeffery Joseph Waltz

Tonry, Brinson & Glorioso, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2900 585-7373 Non-Profit/Charities Law New Orleans

Alton E. Bayard III

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5200

Thomas Berthelot Lemann

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Max Nathan Jr.

Sessions, Fishman, Nathan & Israel, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3815 582-1502

Brianne Star Rome

Liskow & Lewis, PLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4141 Oil and Gas Law New Orleans

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Carver, Darden, Koretzky, Tessier, Finn, Blossman & Areaux, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3100 585-3800

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Gordon, Arata, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 40 582-1111

Aimee Williams Hebert

Gordon, Arata, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 40 582-1111

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Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7518

Jonathan A. Hunter

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4131

Justin Paul Lemaire

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0942

Robert B. McNeal

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4052

Joe B. Norman

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Scott O’Connor

Gordon, Arata, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 4000 582-1111

John Y. Pearce

Montgomery Barnett, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3300 585-3200

Robert S. Rooth

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Carl D. Rosenblum

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 49 582-8296

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Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

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Herman, Herman & Katz, LLC 820 O’Keefe Ave. 581-4892

Dane S. Ciolino

Attorney at Law 18 Farnham Place 834-8519 New Orleans

Harry Rosenberg

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9219

Scott Lehman Sternberg

Irpino Law Firm 2216 Magazine St. 525-1500

Emily C. Jeffcott

The Lambert Firm, PLC 701 Magazine St. 581-1750

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 585-7857

Brian David Katz

Personal Injury Litigation

Robert E. Kerrigan Jr.

Covington

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Olivier P. Carriere, Attorney at Law 427 N. Theard St. PMB 165 975-6403

Herman, Herman, Katz & Cotlar, LLP 820 O’Keefe Ave. 581-4892 Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles, LLP 755 Magazine St. 581-5141

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Metairie

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

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Terry B. Loup

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 833-5600

Morris Bart, LLC 909 Poydras St. Suite 2000 525-8000

New Orleans

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

William Ryan Acomb Porteous, Hainkel & Johnson, LLP 704 Carondelet St. 581-3838

W. Paul Andersson

Leake & Andersson, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 1700 585-7500

John T. Balhoff

Charles Donald Marshall III

Product Liability Litigation New Orleans

Scott C. Barney

Chaffe McCall, LLP 8550 United Plaza Blvd. Suite 103 (225) 922-4300

Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert, LLC 909 Poydras St. Floor 28 299-2100

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Wilton E. Bland III

Joy G. Braun

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0898

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William B. Gaudet

Steven W. Copley

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Preston L. Hayes

Gordon, Arata, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 4000 582-1111

Timothy F. Daniels

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 833-5600

Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St. Suite 2700 310-2100

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Attorney at Law 700 Camp St. Suite 104

Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St.

Peter Joseph Rotolo III

Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St. Floor 27 310-2205

Scott C. Seiler

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4159

Brent A. Talbot

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Quentin F. Urquhart Jr.

Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St. Suite 2700 310-2100

Douglas Robert Holmes

William H. Howard III

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5275

Jonathan C. McCall Attorney at Law 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7270

R. Lewis McHenry

Phillip A. Wittmann

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 50 582-8300

Project Finance Law

Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert, LLC 909 Poydras St. Floor 28 299-2125

New Orleans

Anne E. Raymond

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 581-3200

Alvin Charles Miester III

O. Ray Cornelius

Jackson & McPherson, LLC 1010 Common St. Suite 1800 581-9444

Mandy Mendoza Gagliardi

C. Perrin Rome III

James Edward Appell Slaton

Brent A. Talbot

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 585-0258

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7018

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 490-5820

Susan Weeks

Foley & Judell, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2600 568-1249

Scott T. Whittaker

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0836

Rome, Arata & Baxley, LLC 650 Poydras St. Suite 2017 522-9980 Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Patrick A. Talley Jr.

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9220

Real Estate Law New Orleans

Marguerite L. Adams

Railroad Law

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4142

New Orleans

Lee Richard Adler

Alissa J. Allison

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5233

Timothy F. Daniels

Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore, LLC 400 Poydras St.

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311

G. Wogen Bernard Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

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Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. 582-8524

E. Howell Crosby

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7212

Peter S. Title

Sessions, Fishman, Nathan & Israel, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3815 582-1500

Emile A. Wagner III

Laurie Witter Howenstine

Emile A Wagner III, APLC 2036 Palmer Ave. 250-0895

Jon Francis Leyens Jr.

Gordon, Arata, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 40 569-1667

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 585-7734

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-8628

Conrad Meyer IV

Hamilton & Brown, LLC 601 Poydras St. Suite 1625 262-0961

Malcolm A. Meyer

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 585-0196

Randy Opotowsky

The Steeg Law Firm, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3201 582-1199

Kathleen S. Plemer

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7222

Edward B. Poitevent II

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-5269

Michael R. Schneider Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0835

Stephen P. Schott

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 569-2900

Leopold Z. Sher

Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert, LLC 909 Poydras St. Floor 28 299-2101

James A. Stuckey

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311

Susan G. Talley

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0828

V.M. Wheeler III

Securities Regulation New Orleans

John C. Anjier

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Mark A. Fullmer

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 566-1311

Curtis R. Hearn

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 5100 582-8308

Kenneth J. Najder

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 51 582-8386 Securities/Capital Markets Law New Orleans

John C. Anjier

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Mark William Jeanfreau

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9236

William Christian Perez

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Floor 45 585-0464 Tax Law Metairie

David R. Sherman

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 833-5600 New Orleans

Hirschel T. Abbott Jr. Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0809

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William M. Backstrom Jr.

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 51 582-8228

John W. Colbert

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0832

Mark S. Stein

Lowe, Stein, Hoffman, Allweiss & Hauver 701 Poydras St. Suite 3600 581-2450

Ryan Charles Toups

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7036

Karl J. Zimmermann

Elkins, PLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 4400 529-3600

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 585-7711

Mark S. Embree

Transportation Law

Gary J. Elkins

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

James C. Exnicios

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Mandy Mendoza Gagliardi

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7018

Edward N. George III Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

William F. Grace Jr.

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

D’Juan M. Hernandez Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7055

William H. Langenstein III

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7047

Laura Walker Plunkett Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0838

Rudolph R. Ramelli

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 51 582-8206

Jerome John Reso Jr.

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 569-2900

John A. Rouchell

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 569-2900

New Orleans

John E. Galloway

Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 4040 525-6802

Bernard J. Bagert Jr. The Bagert Law Firm 650 Poydras St. Suite 2708 523-1117

William F. Grace Jr.

New Orleans

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

William H. Langenstein III

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7047

Thomas B. Lemann

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Max Nathan Jr.

Douglas Robert Holmes

Carole Cukell Neff

Andre J. Mouledoux

Sessions, Fishman, Nathan & Israel, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3815 582-1500

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett 701 Poydras St. Suite 4250 595-3000

Laura Walker Plunkett

Howard L. Murphy

Jerome John Reso Jr.

Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles, LLP 755 Magazine St. 581-5141

Brent A. Talbot

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Patrick A. Talley Jr.

Phelps Dunbar, LLP 365 Canal St. Suite 2000 584-9220

Trusts and Estates New Orleans

Hirschel T. Abbott Jr. Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0809

Marguerite L. Adams

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 556-4142

Ricardo A. Aguilar

McGlinchey Stafford, PLLC 601 Poydras St. Floor 12 596-2884

Brandon M. Bennett

Jones Walker LLP 201 St. Charles Ave. Floor 51 582-8184

Sessions, Fishman, Nathan & Israel, LLC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3815 582-1502

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Metairie

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 833-5600

David F. Edwards

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Don K. Haycraft

Workers Compensation Law

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann, LLC 546 Carondelet St. 593-0838

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 569-2900

John A. Rouchell

Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC 1100 Poydras St. Suite 3600 569-2900

Kenneth A. Weiss

McGlinchey Stafford, PLLC 601 Poydras St. Floor 12 586-1200 Venture Capital Law New Orleans

Mandy Mendoza Gagliardi

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7018

David Carlisle Rieveschl

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC 201 St. Charles Ave. Suite 3600 566-8660

Philip Jude Borne

Christovich & Kearney 601 Poydras St. Suite 2300 561-5700

Alan G. Brackett

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett 701 Poydras St. Suite 4250 595-3000

Richard B. Eason II

Adams and Reese, LLP 701 Poydras St. Suite 4500 581-3234

Jacqueline G. Griffith

Chehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1100 962-4272

Mark D. Latham

Liskow & Lewis, APLC 701 Poydras St. Suite 5000 581-7979

Teresa Leyva Martin

Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, APLC 701 Poydras St. Floor 40 525-6802

Sarah Voorhies Myers

Chaffe McCall, LLP 1100 Poydras St. Suite 2300 585-7000

Foster P. Nash III

Degan, Blanchard & Nash, APLC 400 Poydras St. Suite 2600 529-3333

Robert Neven Popich Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett 701 Poydras St. Suite 4250 595-3000

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Schoenfeld Law Corporation 4710 Freret St. Suite B 586-0025

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guez a leading nationwide law firm in the area of Transportation: Shipping: Litigation (outside New York). The firm represents many major national and international corporations, energy companies, ship owners, insurers, protection and indemnity associations, refineries, regional and money center banks, hotels, governments, municipalities, manufacturers, public bodies, real estate developers, school districts, shipyards, oil and gas exploration companies, exporters, stevedores and a broad array of other professional firms and associations. Several Fowler Rodriguez attorneys are recipients of prestigious awards and recognized in publications including Chambers, Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Leadership In Law and the Top Lawyers awards. Fowler Rodriguez has strategically located offices in New Orleans, Miami, Houston, Gulfport, Mobile, Bogota and Cartagena.

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world, find the right-size representation for your needs among these experienced professionals who provide counsel in a variety of industries. The attorneys of Fowler Rodriguez have been recognized both locally and internationally as legal experts in the areas of maritime, energy, banking, pollution, immigration, insurance law and commercial and civil litigation. This year, Chambers USA named Fowler Rodri-

Blue Williams, LLP, has been providing high-quality representation to clients throughout the Gulf South in commercial litigation, health care and construction law, and business matters since 1982. By recruiting motivated and experienced attorneys in diverse areas of law, Blue Williams is able to provide a full spectrum of services and create lasting solutions to the legal dilemmas faced by clients. The firm's attorneys practice in 17 areas of law, including Commercial Litigation, Estate and Tax Planning, Corporate Law, Health Care Law, Construction Litigation, Insurance Law, Products and Professional Liability and more. Blue Williams has a history of rising to the challenge and has defended clients in multi-million-dollar exposure cases. The firm provides services to clients nationally, though primarily in Louisiana, and these clients range from Fortune 500 companies to international corporations, local businesses and individuals. Attorneys spend a significant amount of time with each client to be certain of the client’s individual needs and all available options. For more information on Blue Williams’s commitment to providing lasting solutions, visit bluewilliams.com or call 800-326-4991. Allan Berger and Associates has represented injured victims and their families in all aspects of personal injury law, including automobile accidents, pharmaceutical litigation, product liability and medical malpractice for more than 38 years. Allan Berger and Associates is proud of its community roots and believes strongly in the heritage of Louisiana. Attorneys Allan Berger and Andrew Geiger provide innovative solutions to legal problems consistent with the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct, and the Allan Berger & Associates staff is devoted to making sure that clients receive the best legal representation available.

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In today’s legal environment, matching your legal needs with the correct law firm is crucial to the successful outcome of your case. Allan Berger and his team command the respect of defendants because of their outstanding track record, resources and willingness to take cases to trial. Your personal legal concerns deserve their personal attention. Since 1942, Herman, Herman & Katz, LLC, (HH&K) has worked tirelessly to protect the rights of New Orleans citizens, and today the results of those efforts are clear. HH&K has argued before the Louisiana and U.S. supreme courts, and in courts across the U.S. HH&K attorneys have achieved epic recoveries for individuals in milestone cases including Vioxx, BigTobacco and BP Oil. Locally, HH&K has represented thousands of individuals affected by natural and manmade disasters, including hurricanes, tainted Chinese Drywall, the BP oil spill and personal injury cases. The firm serves as Plaintiffs Liaison Counsel in both the Chinese Drywall and BP Oil Spill litigation, and is legal counsel to the N.O. City Council. HH&K attorneys have been named to Best Lawyers in America and the American Trial Lawyers Hall of Fame; they are Adjunct Professors at Tulane and Loyola Law schools. Through high quality work, excellence and commitment to public justice, HH&K continues its tradition of excellence. For more information, call 504-581-4892 or visit hhklawfirm.com.

of association memberships, leadership positions and accolades and awards. In 1999, Luker founded Lynn Luker & Associates, LLC, after spending 18 years at the New Orleans office of Adams and Reese. Her practice areas are business litigation, including toxic tort, maritime and product liability law. She holds a J.D. and L.L.M. in Admiralty and an L.L.M. in Energy and Environmental Law from Tulane Law School, where she has served as Professor and Co-Director of the Trial Advocacy Program since 1992. Luker is admitted to practice in all Louisiana courts, the United States Fifth and Eleventh Circuits, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Luker has been named as a “Super Lawyer” each year since 2007, a “Leader in Law” by New Orleans City Business, and as one of the “Best Lawyers in America” since 2009. She holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell. For more information, visit LLALaw.com or call 504-525-5500. Since 1826, the lawyers of Chaffe McCall have focused on the firm’s primary mission: to provide the highest quality legal services in their clients’ best interests. The firm owes its continuing success and longevity to a history of distinguished leaders and a team of talented, creative and hardworking attorneys and professional staff, who meet clients’ legal needs timely and costeffectively. The winning combination of Chaffe McCall’s staff, mission and guiding principles have made Chaffe McCall the exceptional and progressive firm that is today.

Chaffe McCall has grown with the times in both size and areas of practice. To this day, and as so many others also did over the firm’s history, Chaffe McCall’s attorneys continue in their service to their clients, to the bar and to the community by actively participating in a variety of civic, business, political and professional boards and committees. For more information on Chaffe McCall, please visit chaffe.com. Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles (DKS) consists of approximately 60 counselors and litigators practicing in the areas of appellate practice, civil litigation, commercial litigation and transactions, construction, labor and employment, marine and energy, professional liability, and toxic tort and environmental law. Clients seeking representation from DKS have included insurance companies, manufacturers, contractors, real estate developers, financial institutions, airline companies, architects and engineers, oil and gas exploration companies, and marine businesses, among others. The firm utilizes creative alternatives to traditional litigation procedures when appropriate and has successfully used ad hoc judges, arbitrators and mediators in resolution of such matters. The firm has also promoted the use of mini-trials or selected issue resolutions to bring reality and practicality to complicated cases. The firm and many of the attorneys are recognized by publications that rate lawyers and law firms.

Established in 1928 in Baton Rouge, Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, L.L.P. (BSW) is one of the oldest law firms in the state of Louisiana. Sixty years after the establishment of the Baton Rouge office, the New Orleans location was born. One of the hallmarks of the firm is its devotion to providing the highest quality of legal services to clients in a manner consistent with their objective and cost concerns and in a personalized environment that facilitates the mutual trust and respect necessary for a successful attorney-client relationship. For the past 85 years, BSW has had two standards that remain constant: to strive for legal excellence and to be involved in communities in which the firm works and lives. BSW attorneys are active in Bar Activities, serving as officers and directors in the American, Louisiana and Baton Rouge Bar Associations. For more information on the firm and the industries it serves, please visit bswllp.com or call 866-832-4000. With several years of experience serving as national, regional and local trial counsel, Lynn Luker has distinguished herself as a trailblazer in the legal community, with an impressive list

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DKS is headquartered in downtown New Orleans at 755 Magazine St. and has a second office in Gulfport, MS. For more information, visit DKSLaw.com, call 504-581-5141, or email dks@dkslaw.com. Julie C. Tizzard received her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University School of Law New Orleans in 1998. After graduation she went on to become a special prosecutor in the New Orleans District Attorney’s Office and was responsible for handling complex high-profile rape and murder cases. Two notable cases are State v. Antoinette Frank (a high profile capital case); and State v. Quatrevingt (the first DNA case in Louisiana). While at the D.A.’s office Ms. Tizzard handled hundreds of appeals in both state and federal court. Stephen Hébert started his private practice in July 2010, representing clients in criminal and civil matters across Louisiana. Stephen’s work as a criminal defense attorney has been previously recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine, selecting Stephen as a Rising Star in criminal defense, and New Orleans Magazine, naming Stephen a Top Lawyer in criminal defense. This year, New Orleans Magazine is recognizing Stephen’s outstanding work in personal injury litigation. Davis, Saunders & Miller Law Firm enjoys more than 36 years of experience in trying Railroad, Maritime and Aviation cases to verdicts before juries as courtroom litigators. They accept the challenge for regular human beings facing large corporations and have developed a successful reputation helping clients who have been hurt on the job or have lost loved ones in catastrophes. The firm has litigated lawsuits under the Federal Employers Lia-

bility Act in both federal and state courts from New Orleans to Washington D.C., and down the East Coast to Jacksonville, FL., including obtaining trial verdicts in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina and Texas. As litigators, they have also tried Aviation cases in Federal Court in Texas and Florida and have handled amputation cases in West Palm Beach, FL. Under the Jones Act, the firm has tried numerous Maritime cases arising out of accidents occurring offshore in the Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, as well as off the coast of Scotland. One of the leading law firms in Jefferson Parish, Chehardy Sherman serves the Greater New Orleans region with integrity, professionalism and experience. Knowing the importance of attention to detail, the attorneys at Chehardy Sherman are able to provide superior legal consultation in 20 different areas of law ranging from business/tax and health care law to all types of litigation, personal injury and much more. Their prestigious, knowledgeable and talented attorneys provide candid and expert consultation to clients and make certain that clients are informed to the highest degree on both their cases and options. These attorneys are committed to both their clients and community, and many of them serve in charitable groups and education institutions, on various councils, and as leaders in the region. Chehardy Sherman believes in this community and chooses to give back to it by doing more than just providing legal representation and protection for local businesses and individuals. For more information on their practice areas, attorneys and unique approach to legal fees, visit ChehardySherman.com or call 504-833-5600. Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith wishes to congratulate its attorneys listed as Top Lawyers by New Orleans Magazine: Lambert J. Hassinger, Jr., Larry Canada, Rick Duplantier, Jr., John Galloway, Tim Hassinger, Rich King, Kevin Marks, Teresa Martin, and Jerry Melchiode. GJTBS is proud to be the counsel of choice for prominent local, national and international businesses and insurers. The firm serves cli-

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ents from its 10 offices throughout the Gulf South. Its experienced practitioners provide counsel and representation in diverse fields ranging from admiralty, construction and banking to employment, energy, mass torts, professional liability and beyond. Through understanding its clients’ interests, GJTBS is able to provide innovative and solutions-driven representation and aggressive, effective advocacy. Founded in New Orleans, the firm is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The attorneys of Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith embrace the rich cultural heritage of the city and its region and are proud to be part of its vibrant and diverse community. For more information, visit GJTBS.com. Sterbcow Law Group, LLC, the practice of Marx David Sterbcow, JD, LLM, focuses on consumer financial services, regulatory compliance issues and complex fraud litigation involving: Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), Truth In Lending Act (TILA), Fair Housing Act, Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act (FACTA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Dodd-Frank Act, and the Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act. Recipient of numerous awards and accolades, Sterbcow has been recognized as a "Top Attorney" or "Person to Watch" by publications including Southern Woman, New Orleans Magazine, Super Lawyers, Louisiana Living, The Title Report, RESPA News,The Legal Description, and New Orleans City Business among others. Marx Sterbcow and the Sterbcow Law Group are widely consulted and quoted by the media on national real estate industry issues. Learn more about the Sterbcow Law Group by visiting respaattorneys.com or call 877-854-2182. Ralph Capitelli and T. Carey Wicker, III, began practicing law together in 1982. Over the last 30 years, their firm has represented individuals and businesses in their most urgent time of need. The firm has been nominated to the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers and its founding partners have received recognition in their respective practice areas. Ralph Capitelli has been named to Louisiana Super Lawyers each consecutive year since 2011 and T. Carey Wicker, III has been recognized as one of the top 100 trial lawyers in the state of Louisiana for several consecutive years. The attorneys at Capitelli and Wicker have dedicated their efforts to the following areas: criminal and white collar criminal defense and civil litigation, with an emphasis on medical malpractice and products liability cases. To learn more about Capitelli and Wicker and their attorneys, visit capitelliandwicker.com.

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AGING PARENTS According to 2010 statistics from the American Diabetes Association, more than a quarter of the population of people over age 65 havediabetes. With correlations to heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and other complications, diabetes should be taken seriously be everyone, especially those in the aging community. Take some time this month to learn about the disease and how it may affect your family – check out the following resources available throughout the community for those who have or are at risk for diabetes. Age affects the body in a number of ways. In addition to diabetes awareness and resources, check out the following specialized services in other healthcare fields.

Diabetes Awareness Resources The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate that although there are Americans of all ages with diabetes, the disease is more likely to affect older Americans. It’s no wonder that West Jefferson Medical Center and its Fitness Centers offer comprehensive diabetes services. Almost 27% of people age 65 years and older had diabetes in 2010. Cardiovascular complications are the leading causes of diabetes-related morbidity and mortality. According to the American Heart Association, there is great evidence showing that persons with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes are at high risk for several cardiovascular disorders including coronary heart disease, stroke, peripheral arterial disease, and congestive heart failure. Services at WJMC include Diabetes Self-Management Education and Diabetes Basics Classes, the National Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Change Program for Preventing Type 2 Diabetes, an annual Diabetes Day Camp and Diabetes Alert Day, community outreach, talks and screenings. Further, WJMC offers a Gestational Diabetes Self-Management Class. To learn more, call 349-2222. With a prevalence of diabetes and obesity in South Louisiana, these communities are at greater risk for heart disease. Heart disease can affect both men and women of any age. In fact, statistics show that cardiovascular disease affects 40 percent of both men and women ages 40-59. That’s why it’s never too early to take care of your heart. For more than 30 years, Cardiovascular Institute of the South has provided a full range of personalized, cardiovascular care to Louisiana, with 14 clinics throughout south Louisiana. The institute has earned an international reputation for providing state-of-the-art cardiovascular care and is known as a world-leader in preventing and treating both cardiovascular and peripheral vascular disease. For more information about CIS, call 1-800-425-2565 or visit cardio.com.

The Touro Diabetes Center is here to help individuals who want to take control of their life with diabetes. For aging adults, diabetes is an important condition to keep an eye on, whether they are diagnosed or not. The Diabetes Center hosts monthly support groups, led by clinically trained diabetes educators who present information on diet, exercise, fun recipes and maintaining a healthy lifestyle while living with diabetes. The center also provides one-on-one educational sessions for patients that include an overview of diabetes, meal planning and weight control, foot, skin and dental care, and blood glucose monitoring. While working closely with physicians, the center is dedicated to identifying each patient’s specific needs and helping them develop self-management skills needed to control their disease. For more information about the Touro Diabetes Center or to register for the monthly support group, please contact Valerie Burton, RN, CDE at 504-897-8813 or visit touro.com/diabetes. Dale Gedert has focused on foot care for more than 40 years. He brings his expertise to Greater New Orleans with the opening of Therapeutic Shoes, a shopping resource for those suffering from a wide variety of conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, flat feet, heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, bunions, calluses, edema, leg length discrepancies, as well as knee, hip and back pain, and more. “We specialize in custom accommodative foot orthotics, stylish extra depth shoes, diabetic shoes, custom shoes, shoe modifications, compression wear and diabetic socks,” says Gedert. “We’ve got over 175 styles and colors of men’s and women’s shoes.” Therapeutic Shoes features an in-house orthotic lab with certified personnel who handle all custom orthotics and shoe modifications. They offer a large selection of compression wear. Their socks are handmade with bamboo charcoal fiber, seamless and shaped to fit the foot for reducing fatigue and preventing circulation problems. The science your feet need – the comfort you deserve. Therapeutic Shoes is located at 408 Maine St. in Jefferson, LA. For more information and hours, call 504-832-3933. myneworleans.com

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They assist patients and their family members with their specific concerns for better hearing health through evaluation and treatment of hearing and balance function. With more than 30 years of experience, the doctors at Associated Hearing employ a team approach that centers on personalized care. Patients can be assured that their board-certified audiologists have excellent skills in utilizing the most advanced diagnostic equipment and innovative hearing aid technology available. In addition to their practice locations in Metairie, Covington and Franklinton, the doctors also see patients in nursing home and assisted living facilities, as well as for home or hospital visits. Patients can expect comprehensive treatment including in-depth medical and social history, complete audiological and vestibular evaluation, individualized counseling, hearing aid fittings and outstanding follow-up care. Other services offered include specialized diagnostic assessments, customized assistive listening devices and in-office repairs for many hearing aids. For more information, visit associatedhearinginc.com or call 504-833-4327 or 985-249-5225.

Specialized Care Is an older adult in your life experiencing emotional, cognitive or behavioral dysfunctions? Kindred Hospital, located in New Orleans’ Garden District, is pleased to provide inpatient treatment to persons 65 or older in need of immediate intervention for behavioral or emotional issues. Kindred physicians and staff understand the changing needs of the older population and the issues that may be associated with aging. They also recognize that mental disorders do not have to be a part of aging, and that medications, physical illness, dementia or grief can influence behavior. Researchers believe that more than 60 percent of adults over 65 needing mental health services go without treatment, which can lead to disability, poor quality of life or inappropriate placement. In many cases, treatment is available through Kindred Hospitals’ Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit. At Kindred, patients and their families can expect a multidisciplinary team approach. Particular attention is paid to each patient’s unique medical, traditional and mental health issues for high quality care. For more information on Kindred Hospital and their Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit, visit KindredHospitalsNola.com or call 504-899-1555. Many women suffer from incontinence or overactive bladder in silence. Often these conditions occur from childbirth, aging and at times medical problems. But according to Margie Kahn, MD, clinical associate professor and Board Certified Section Head of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Urology at Tulane’s School of Medicine, “Urinary incontinence is not a normal part of aging. We address all pelvic floor disorders, including fecal incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse, at the same time. We have an experienced and sensitive team that understands most women are embarrassed to bring up these problems, and may have had them ignored if they did so. We offer a multidisciplinary approach comprising behavioral interventions, physical therapy, simple office procedures and more complex, minimally invasive surgery in the operating room.” Dr. Kahn’s patients are given every option for treatment, and every woman chooses what options are right for her. For more information on Tulane’s OB/ GYN department and Dr. Kahn, call 504-988-8070 for the Metairie office. The staff of audiologists at Associated Hearing know that a patient’s life centers on communication and their relationships with family and friends. 124

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Half of women and up to a quarter of men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis. About 50 percent of these osteoporosis-related fractures can be prevented with appropriate treatments and screening. Dr. Amna Khan, Director of the Tulane Center for Osteoporosis & Metabolic Bone Diseases, is committed to the assessment and treatment of patients with osteoporosis, Paget's disease, Parathyroid disorders and other abnormalities of bone repair and growth. “Osteoporosis is known as the silent disease, which is why it is so important that patients take a proactive approach with their physician,” says Dr. Khan. Her method of practice is to continually look for proven new advances in therapies and treatments and to incorporate these elements into her daily care of her patients. This method allows her to stay at the forefront of medical science and to provide her patients with the most up-to-date care available. Dr. Khan sees patients downtown at the Tulane Center for Women's Health. Call 504-988-5030 today to schedule an appointment for a bone density test. Chartered in 1891, the John J. Hainkel, Jr. Home & Rehabilitation Center is a non-profit home located in Uptown New Orleans that provides health care services to local Medicaid, Medicare and Veterans Affairs patients as well as those with private insurance or private pay. The Hainkel Home promotes quality of life through a unique and caring alternative for the elderly and those who suffer from serious illnesses or disabilities. The Hainkel Home is currently licensed and operates as a Long Term Care Facility, a Skilled Nursing Facility and has an adjunct Adult Day Health Care program. Exhibiting highest quality care, Hainkel received “0” deficiencies in a recent annual survey conducted by the Department of Health & Hospitals. Adult Day Health Care is a fully licensed, community-based program that provides direct care up to five days a week, Monday through Friday, with a variety of health, therapeutic and social services for those who benefit from a supervised day program. The program helps seniors transition from total independence to assisted care, supporting individuals remaining in their own home. For more information on the Hainkel Home, visit HainkelHome.com or call 504-896-5900. This fall, Lambeth House is celebrating the Grand Opening of an $18.5 million expansion, adjacent to its main building at 150 Broadway in Uptown New Orleans. A major feature of the new expansion is The Wellness Center at Lambeth House – a 21,072 square-foot recreation space designed to nurture the mind, body and spirit. The Center more than doubles the space dedicated to the community's independent living amenities. The upper two floors of the expansion house St. Anna’s at Lambeth House, which offers private residences for nursing care and a specialized area for memory care. As a continuing care community, Lambeth House also offers assisted living.

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“Having access to the right level of care, when and if needed, is an important feature of the lifestyle here,” says Scott Crabtree, Lambeth House President and CEO. “It gives residents and their families tremendous peace of mind.” For more information, please call 504-865-1960. The Rehabilitation Center of Thibodaux Regional, located in Lafourche Parish, offers a comprehensive balance program designed to resolve, reduce or prevent impairments in individuals while developing effective, specific treatment programs for each individual. “A great deal of research has been conducted that supports the effectiveness of balance training in the geriatric and neurologically impaired populations, says Lauren Vedros, PT, DPT, a physical therapist at Thibodaux Regional’s Outpatient Rehabilitation Center. “Many people go through their days feeling unsteady and afraid of falling, but think that it is a normal part of the aging process. Others have suffered a stroke or illness that has left them unsteady, and they feel that they just have to live with it,” adds Vedros. At the Rehabilitation Center of Thibodaux Regional, therapists design individualized programs utilizing the newest technology to effectively treat balance issues. The technology is helping aging patients with balance problems such as dizziness, unsteadiness and falls. To learn more about the Rehabilitation Center of Thibodaux Regional, visit thibodaux.com.

unit provides 24-hour care in a home-like environment where patients are permitted to receive visits at any hour. For more information, visit canonhospice.com or call 504-818-2723. Home Care Solutions (HCS) helps keep loved ones safe and comfortable while giving families peace of mind. All in-home services begin with a professional assessment visit. A care manager then designs a plan of care specific to the client's needs while incorporating family input. Experienced, bonded and insured caregivers provide older adults help with activities of daily living and companionship. Caregivers are carefully matched to meet clients’ needs and personalities. HCS also provides solutions for complex care. Geriatric Care Managers help navigate the complex maze of medical, financial and long-term care options. For families living out of town, HCS serves as their eyes and ears. From coordinating medical appointments to managing crisis situations, they provide problem solving and personal assistance. In addition to in-home care, HCS has experience working with independent living communities, nursing homes and hospitals. Home Care Solutions holds a Personal Care Attendant license from the State of Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals and is a member agency of the National Private Duty Association. Their Geriatric Care Managers are designated professionals of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers. Call 504-828-0900 or visit HomeCareNewOrleans.com.

Health Care Benefits The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is bringing major changes to the health care industry and to how people will get care and pay for coverage. During this challenging time, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is committed to providing health guidance and unbiased information to their customers and communities. Blue Cross has created a consumer-friendly health care reform site, bcbsla.com/reform, which includes interactive tools, timelines, easy-tounderstand infographics and important checklists to help consumers prepare for the ACA’s changes. The site also houses videos, new plan options and a premium calculator to help consumers see if they are eligible for government aid to help pay for their premiums. Consumers can also review health insurance plans and request a quote on the site. They can also request to be contacted by an authorized agent to help them sign up for coverage. This consulting service is offered at no additional cost to the consumer. Blue Cross remains dedicated to ensuring Louisianians have access to affordable, quality care and the information they need to make educated choices.

Established in 1925, Nurses Registry continues to serve the health care needs of the Greater New Orleans area and remains a vital community resource. The founder, Rose Mary S Breaux, RN, BSN, believed it is an honor and privilege to care for the sick and aging in our community, and to treat the whole patient – Body, Mind and Spirit. Nurses Registry doesn’t just send out a caregiver. All staff members are personally interviewed, carefully screened, receive hands-on training, orientation and on-site supervision by licensed health care professionals. There is also a team of office staff available to assist clients on non-clinical matters. As an added value, our clients have the full set of resources of a Medicare-certified home health agency at their disposal. Nurses Registry provides private duty nursing as well as an array of private medical and non-medical support services. Any service can be completely customized based on individual needs in collaboration with family and/or the physician, if desired. Call 504-736-0803 or 866-736-6744 for a personalized in-home assessment. Nurses Registry provides “Care for Them and Peace of Mind for You.” Visit MyNursesRegistry.com for more info.

Home Health & Hospice Anyone looking for compassionate and dignified care for their terminally ill loved ones should take a look at the services offered by Canon Hospice. The caring team at Canon is dedicated to a hospice ministry that helps patients and families accept terminal illness positively and resourcefully. Their stated goal is to “allow our patients to live each day to the fullest and enjoy their time with family and friends.” With special expertise in pain management and symptom control, Canon Hospice designs individualized plans of care for each patient based on their unique needs. Home Based Services provide doctors, nurses, social workers, pastoral care and volunteers. For patients with more intensive symptom management needs, Canon has an Inpatient Hospice Unit. This

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Andrea’s Restaurant & Catering 3011 19th St. at Ridgelake Drive, Metairie (504) 834-8583 AndreasRestaurant.com

Antoine’s 713 St. Louis St., New Orleans  (504) 581-4422 Antoines.com

Andrea’s Restaurant is celebrating 28 years of success. “We are here to serve you, your family, friends and children for many years to come. My home is your home.” Royal Andrea’s new woodburning pizza oven and rotisserie serves fresh gourmet pizza, prime rib, lamb and rotisserie chicken.

Since 1840, world-renowned Antoine’s Restaurant has set the standard that made New Orleans one of the greatest dining centers in the world. Antoine’s Restaurant’s excellent French-Creole cuisine, service and atmosphere have combined to create an unmatched dining experience for both locals and visitors to New Orleans.

Chateau du Lac

Cheeseburger Eddie’s

Chophouse New Orleans

Exhibiting a quietly elegant atmosphere true to the cuisine, Chateau du Lac lends itself as the perfect place for large parties, private dinners and intimate events. Featuring expertly crafted classics such as white bean cassoulet with duck confit, seared foie gras and escargots, Chef Jacques Saleun and Chateau du Lac Bistro deliver world-class cuisine with an authentic French touch. For more information and reservations, visit ChateauduLacBistro.com or call 504-831-3773

4517 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie (504) 455-5511 MrEdsNO.com

322 Magazine St., New Orleans (504) 522-7902 chophousenola.com

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Mr. Ed’s newest venture is now open! Serving prime burgers, great seafood, fries, tacos, wings, homemade shakes and martinis in a casual counter-service atmosphere. Here we grind our beef fresh daily so you can build your burger as you like it. Enjoy our patio dining with TVs for your sporting events. Open for lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday.

The USDA Prime-only menu at Chophouse New Orleans also offers notable fresh seafood such as Florida Stone Crabs – served cold, the succulent and juicy claws are accompanied with a special house sauce. The restaurant's relaxed sophistication complements the great food and bustling, live entertainment nightly.

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Bayona

Café Opéra

430 Dauphine St., New Orleans (504) 525-4455 Bayona.com

541 Bourbon St., New Orleans (504) 648-2331 FourPointsFrenchQuarter.com

Enjoying a show at one of New Orleans’s incredible venues? Bayona will be open at 5:30 pm on most evenings of events at the Saenger Theater and the Mahalia Jackson Theater. Please check the events calendar at Bayona.com or call (504) 525-4455 for more information

Café Opéra, our full-service restaurant, features a classic New Orleans menu of Creole and continental cuisine. Chef Philippe Andreani’s wonderful selection of culinary delights is always “music to your taste buds!" Only $5 for valet parking when you dine with us.

Commander’s Palace

The Court of Two Sisters

Crescent City Steaks

1403 Washington Ave., New Orleans (504) 899-8221 CommandersPalace.com

613 Royal St., New Orleans  (504) 522-7261 CourtOfTwoSisters.com

1001 N. Broad St., New Orleans (504) 821-3271 CrescentCitySteaks.com

Commander’s Palace’s Tory McPhail was awarded 2013 James Beard Foundation Award Best Chef: South. Come taste why! Open daily for dinner, lunch Monday – Friday, and for our world-famous jazz brunches on Saturday and Sunday. Complimentary valet parking. What living in New Orleans is all about!

The Court of Two Sisters, known for its large dining courtyard, serves a lavish daily Jazz Brunch buffet. At night choose from its à la carte dinner menu or a fourcourse dinner. Complete menus available at CourtOfTwoSisters.com. Reservations are recommended.

Open for lunch and dinner TuesdaySunday. Continue the tradition: bring your family to the place your parents brought you. Reservations welcome. Private parties available. Why go anywhere else when you can go to the Home of the Original Sizzling Steak?

5101 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie (504) 523-5433 • AustinsNO.com Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse welcomes you to a casual upscale dining experience. Voted Best Restaurant in Metairie and Top 3 Steakhouses in the city. Local owner Ed McIntyre and his son, Austin, invite you and your family to enjoy his famous cuisine time and again. Great menu changes and specials for the new year. Private dining rooms are available for special occasions. Hours: MondaySaturday 5 p.m.-’til.

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Deanie’s Seafood Restaurant 841 Iberville St., New Orleans (504) 581-1316 1713 Lake Ave., Metairie • (504)831-4141 Deanies.com One of New Orleans’ favorite seafood restaurants, Deanie’s Seafood has remained true to its roots – serving the finest local seafood prepared in the authentic New Orleans culinary tradition. We’ve been satisfying cravings for the best boiled, broiled and fried seafood in New Orleans for over 50 years.

Generations Hall

3605 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans  (504) 482-3935 FiveHappiness.com

301 Andrew Higgins Drive, New Orleans GenerationsHall.com

Come to Five Happiness and let the ambiance and friendly staff take you to a new level of dining experience. This award-winning restaurant always strives to achieve its best. Private party and banquet rooms are available.

Morning Call Coffee Stand

Mr. Ed’s Restaurant

City Park Casino • (504) 300-1157 Metairie behind Lakeside Mall (504) 885-4068 MorningCallCoffeeStand.com

813 1001 Live Oak St., Metairie (504) 838-0022 910 W. Esplanade Ave., #A, Kenner (504) 463-3030 MrEdsNO.com

Come enjoy café au lait, beignets and other local favorites at New Orleans’ most famous coffee drinking place since 1870. Both the City Park and Fat City locations are open 24 hours, seven days a week and 364 days of the year. Live music on Sundays at the City Park location; call us for weekly schedules!

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Mr. Ed’s is celebrating its 24th year with two convenient locations and one great menu! Serving New Orleans home cooking from po-boys to the best fried chicken in town! Mr. Ed’s caters for any occasion and is open for lunch and dinner MondaySaturday.

Generations Hall is New Orleans’ most sought-after venue for galas, award ceremonies, concerts and receptions. Complete with three primary spaces, seven high volume service bars and three full sets of restrooms, the facility is perfect for any event. Call (504) 568-1702 to book your holiday party now!

Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Seafood Restaurant 3117 21st St., Metairie (504) 833- 6310 Opened in early September, Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Seafood Restaurant offers a variety of fresh seafood dishes and southern cooking. Formerly, Mr. Chris’ Bozo’s Restaurant since 1979, Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar features several signature dishes including oysters on the half shell along with new grilled and baked oyster favorites.

Hoshun Restaurant

Martin Wine Cellar

MiLa

1601 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans (504) 302-9717 HoshunRestaurant.com

(504) 896-7350 MartinWine.com

Located in the Renaissance New Orleans Pere Marquette Hotel 817 Common St., New Orleans (504) 412-2580 milaneworleans.com

Chinese or Japanese? Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t decide? Hoshun is your answer! We offer an extensive menu from classic Chinese dishes to Japanese sushi and everything in between (like Vietnamese pho or pad thai). Stick with one cuisine or mix and match! Open daily till 2 a.m.

Martin Wine Cellar has been family owned and operated since 1946. Choose from the largest selection of wine, spirits and beer. Join us in Metairie for lunch daily, weekday dinner and Sunday brunch. We also offer full-service catering for events large and small. View our website for selection, sales and seasonal menus.

MiLa is the culmination of cuisine from Mississippi and Louisiana. With a seasonal menu driven by fresh picked produce, MiLa delivers a new style of Southern fare. Join us for lunch and experience our all new menu.

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Parkway Bakery & Tavern

Pascal’s Manale

538 Hagan Ave., New Orleans (504) 482-3047

1838 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans (504) 895-4877

Parkway Bakery and Tavern is the oldest, most entertaining poor boy shop in New Orleans, overlooking the historic Bayou St. John at 538 Hagan Ave. in Mid-City, New Orleans. Come and enjoy a Parkway poor boy in our restaurant, covered patio or our classic New Orleans bar.

This famous restaurant has been familyowned and-operated since 1913. Pascal’s Manale Restaurant is the origin of the well-known Bar-B-Que Shrimp. The oldtime oyster and cocktail bars offer raw oysters on the half-shell and all types of cocktails, as well as a great selection of fine wines. Fresh seafood, Italian dishes and delicious steaks are featured.

Rouses

SoBou

Tableau

(985) 447-5998 Rouses.com

310 Chartres St., New Orleans (504) 552-4095 SoBouNola.com

616 St. Peter St. New Orleans

801 Magazine St., New Orleans NewOrleansAuction.com

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Whether you are looking for antique furniture, fine art or contemporary sculpture, New Orleans Auction Galleries has it all. Located in the heart of the city’s historic Arts District, New Orleans Auction Galleries handles fine estates and private collections from across the country. The next estates auction will be Dec. 7-8.

Rouses' team of professional chefs use the very best of what’s fresh and what’s local to make Rouses prepared foods. They’re always sourcing new, fresh ingredients from around the state, and developing new twists on our local favorites. For locations, go to www.rouses.com.

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Created by the Commander’s Family of Restaurants, SoBou is a spirited restaurant, offering cutting-edge cocktails & Louisiana street food-inspired small plates. Enjoy breakfast, lunch & dinner alongside an innovative cocktail, wine & bar program. Serve yourself from our beer and wine taps and then take your drinks outside to the patio to enjoy the cool weather.

Located on picturesque Jackson Square at Le Petit Theatre, Tableau is Dickie Brennan’s newest restaurant. The menu, developed by Chef Ben Thibodeaux, showcases regional ingredients and classic French Creole dishes with a unique twist. The cuisine is sophisticated, yet true to tradition, with great depth of flavor. Guests enjoy a front row seat to the culinary action beside the open kitchen in the restaurant’s main dining room.

8100-8800 blocks of Oak Street and Leonidas Street poboyfest.com November 24, 2013, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.: The Po-Boy Fest is a uniquely New Orleanian festival, designed to honor the humble poboy sandwich. The festival features over 40 of NOLAยนs iconic restaurants + Rebirth Brass Band, Flow Tribe, Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes, Los Poboycitos & more. Everyone is welcome! Free admission.

RioMar

Rene Bistro

800 S. Peters St., Warehouse District 525-3474 RioMarSeafood.com

Renaissance New Orleans Arts Hotel 700 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans (504) 613-330 ReneBistrotNewOrleans.com

Experience seafood from a different perspective when dining at RioMar. Executive Chef/Owner Miles Prescott brings fresh Spanish and Latin American inspired seafood dishes to life by creating seasonal menus highlighted with local ingredients. Indulge in signature cocktails, Spanish wines and authentic tapas dishes!

Master Chef Rene Bajeux combines local ingredients and cooking styles, mainly from Southeast Louisiana, with the classic French bistro using techniques representing the four regions of the France. Rene Bistrot is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Toulouse Gourmet – The Cannery TG Catering: (504) 488-4466 The Cannery: (504) 486-8351 Toulouse Gourmet can and will provide all elements needed to produce an event, whether a seated dinner, complete buffet or cocktail party. We offer detailed, specialty menu planning to create an unforgettable experience and are the official caterers of The Cannery. Call us to help plan your holiday party at your location or at The Cannery! Ask for Kellie or Russ.

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Vega Tapas Café

Zea Rotisserie & Grill

2051 Metairie Road, Old Metairie (504) 836-2007 VegaTapasCafe.com

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Vega Tapas Café began more than 16 years ago and has defined small plates in the New Orleans area. Chef Glen Hogh presents Spanish inspired cuisine with his personal flair in this casual, chic Old Metairie eatery. Come linger over a delicious mosaic of flavors and bring your taste for adventure.

Zea Rotisserie & Grill is proud to re-introduce the art of sharing with a new selection of small plates. Enjoy inspired food, make memories and share at Zea, the official sponsor of sharing.

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ADLER’S Adler’s presents Cristy Cali designs, sterling silver creations for men and women that celebrate New Orleans’ unique charm! Her “Louis Armstrong Cuff Bracelet,” $550, features “I Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans” engraved on the inside, and many city icons grace the design.”

METAIRIE SMALL ANIMAL HOSPITAL 101 Metairie Road | 504.835.4266 | msah.com Pet lovers will swoon over these religious card-inspired Patron Saint Prints. The ready to frame, colorful prints are available in over 35 dog breeds at the Silver Collar Pet Boutique, 101 Metairie Road in Metairie.

AUDUBON NATURE INSTITUTE Looking for a unique gift this holiday season? Adopt an animal, give a gift membership, or send someone behind the scenes with a Backstage Penguin Pass! Visit AudubonInstitute.org/holiday-gifts today or call 504.861.5107.

JUDY AT THE RINK 2727 Prytania St., New Orleans | 504.891.7018 Judy has a large selection of holiday gift items. Don't let the holidays slow you down. Rush to Judy for great gifts and great prices. Come to Judy at the Rink for all of your holiday gifts, entertaining and parties. Check us on out Facebook.

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PERLIS CLOTHING 6070 Magazine St., New Orleans | 504.895.8661 1281 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville | 985.674.1711 perlis.com Outshine others this holiday season in brilliant, handcrafted Simon Sebbag Sterling Silver. Nothing stores these unique treasures like the Rowallan leather collection of jewelry cases, trunks and handbags.

ALBANY WOODWORKS 30380 Payne Alley Road, Albany | albanywoodworks.com Your taste buds will agree – our 1,000-year-old Louisiana Sinker Cypress Bayou Boards make grilled fish, meats or vegetables come alive with flavor. A great gift for the Grillmaster in your life! Available in Half, Full, or Combo Set, $6.95-$16.95.

OIL & VINEGAR 6111 Pinnacle Parkway, Covington 985.809.1693 louisiana.oilandvinegarusa.com Come visit our Culinary Gift Shop featuring on-tap oils and vinegars, as well as other edible delights from around the world! Order online or call the store directly. Complimentary gift wrapping and FREE local delivery for Holiday Gifts!

SYMMETRY JEWELERS 8138 Hampson St. | New Orleans 504.861.9925 | 800.628.3711 SymmetryJewelers.com One of Tom Mathis’ favorite design eras is the “Art Nouveau” period. This lovely Symmetry floral necklace is available in any preciousmetal and has been designed to accommodate a gemstone that can be placed in the open area between the leaves and the border.

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BOUDREAUX’S JEWELERS 701 Metaire Road, Metaire | 504.831.2602; 4550 Highway 22, Mandeville | 985.626.1666 7280 Corporate Blvd., Baton Rouge | 225.928.6868 Boudreaux’s Jewelers has been the local choice for over 75 years, with three locations in Metairie, Mandeville and Baton Rouge. Let our experienced gemologists help make the most for the special woman in your life. What woman doesn’t want a pair of beautiful solitaire earrings that sparkle?

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By Lauren Laborde nline dating has become ubiquitous,

but even so, I’m not completely sold on it. Online dating does make sense for people like me who are busy and want to meet people beyond their social circles, but meeting up with virtual strangers can be scary. Which is why Grouper (JoinGrouper.com), a service that’s based in New York and recently opened to the New Orleans market, is a godsend: it sets up low-stakes group gatherings with people you aren’t likely to already know. Grouper doesn’t bill itself as a dating site, rather a “social club,” but I assume it encourages any romantic connections. You join the site using your Facebook account and the site matches you with another member based on information from your profile, including age, education level and interests (it seems creepy, but the government has probably done worse). From there, the site – represented in my case by “Brittany from Grouper,” someone I’m not sure is human – arranges a meet-up between the matched members where each party is to bring two friends (“wingmen/women”). Grouper picks the bar and doesn’t reveal it until a day or two before the meet-up, and your dates are a mystery until you arrive – something that’s refreshing in the era of Google. Each participant pays $20, which includes one round of drinks and some protection against no-shows. Two days before my Grouper I received an email revealing the location: Phillips – a university area lounge I know well from my Loyola days. We arrived to the bar, which was empty except for three young men – those must be our dates! They were three MBA candidates; my group is of the more artistic variety, so on paper we were complete opposites. But we got along well, and I appreciated meeting people we probably wouldn’t encounter in our social lives. Because there were six of us, there were opportunities to have side conversations that cut down on awkwardness. I was

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elated that there was none of that extensive talk about mutual friends that often happens after meeting people in New Orleans. It was quite possible that we had no friends in common, which is rare (another plus of Grouper using Facebook – it can eliminate matches you’re already friends with). We probably won’t hang out again, but it was a fun night with kind, interesting people that we might have never met outside of this. It just goes to show that even in a small city, there’s a ton of fish in the sea. Snapshots from Grouper hang-outs, via the site’s Facebook page.

Oyster Cook-Off and free night at the beach? Meyer Vacation Rentals, (866) 272-6701, MeyerRe.com

If you like oysters, football, music and a free night at the beach, then head to the sixth annual Gulf Coast Oyster Cook-off on Sat., Nov. 9 at The Hangout (in Gulf Shores, Ala.). Local and regional teams will compete in three categories – Rockefeller, Gulf Coast Cajun and Create Your Own Raw Oysters – with local celebrities picking the winners. Meyer Vacation Rentals is offering a free night’s stay in a condo or beach house in Alabama or Florida, and also have some complimentary tickets to the preview party on Fri., Nov., 8. – M i r e l l a c a m e r a n

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Herman, Herman & Katz LLC partner Stephen J. Herman has been named the 2014 president-elect of the Louisiana Association for Justice (LAJ). The LAJ is a voluntary bar association with statewide membership. The organization and its members are dedicated to promoting justice in the workplace, focusing on providing workers with a clean environment, consumer protection and product safety. Herman has also been recognized in the 2013 Best Lawyers in America, and is an adjunct professor at both Tulane and Loyola law schools. He was also co-liaison counsel in the federal Deepwater Horizon case against BP. – M . C . myneworleans.com

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In Search of a Shoo-Shoo B Y ERROL LA B ORDE

emember Karen, the tropical system that flirted

with us early last month? While it never amounted to much, it certainly stirred up one minor tempest. It all began the Friday night of the weekend that the depression was going to do whatever it was supposed to do. Toward the end of WYES, Ch. 12’s “Informed Sources” program, reporters go around the table and mention an upcoming news item to be aware of. (After years of trying to think of a better name, the segment is still called, “the thing at the end.”) One of the journalists, investigative reporter Gordon Russell of The New Orleans Advocate, predicted confidently that Karen was going to be a “shoo-shoo.” I, who was also there, knew exactly what Russell meant and was glad to hear it, but to my surprise, another reporter asked, “What is a shoo-shoo?” Suddenly a show during which the previous half-hour had been dedicated to discussing crime, politics and scandal, became lively in its last few minutes with debate over the origin and public familiarity of a phrase, which given the sudden interest was anything but a shoo-shoo. Russell said he thought it might be a Cajun term. I mentioned it means roughly something that fizzle outs, but no one was sure exactly where the phrase came from. I was aghast though; I thought everyone knew shoo-shoo. This story might have ended there except the next afternoon I got an email from a friend who was amused at a headline on Nola.com that proclaimed “Tropical Storm Karen becoming a shoo-shoo, judging from 4 p.m. update.” The friend, who had not seen “Informed Sources” the night before, was amused by the phrase and had even consulted the Urban Dictionary, where there were several definitions, the most pertinent being “to kill time talking about nothing.” That is about as good of a definition as there is. Not that I relied on Google for my own personal research, but had I done so I would have discovered that within some cultures the term is also a polite substitution for a negative word that also begins with “sh”. More commonly, half the phrase, the singular “shoo,” means get away, as in “shoo, fly.” Sometimes I have to remind myself that not everyone knows our colloquialisms. Many years ago I was in Chicago at a diner where I ordered a hamburger and asked for it “dressed.” The counter guy didn’t know what I was talking about. “Lettuce and tomato, and a little mayo,” I explained as though he was raised on the wrong side of the neutral ground. As for Karen, let it be recorded that we along the Gulf never did have to wish for it to “shoo,” because ultimately it was, in fact, a shoo-shoo. 152

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