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Spring Fashion Guide

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Summer Shape-Up

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On Amanda: hat by Louise Green, $375; pinkfoil dot dress by 2b RYCH, $356. From Chatta Box, 4114 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. 504-454-1527.

May Contents

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Spring ForwardInside Je�erson Parish’s quarterly guide to fashion

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Salute to MothersMother’s Day is in May, and since it’s Inside Je�erson Parish’s “birth” it’s only �ttingthat we salute mothers

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SurveyTell us what you like and don’t like about IJP andwin!

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Summer Shape-UpThree �tness experts helpyou get into beach shape

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In the Kitchen with...We go behind the scenes with Chef Saul from Salvatore

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IJP Restaurant GuideRestaurant info at your �ngertips

Around LouisianaFairs, festivals and eventsaround our state

Prime AddressesA look at a spectacular Je�erson Parish home for sale

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PUBLISHER’S NOTEWelcome to what we hope will be the first of many Inside Jefferson Parish issues. For sometime, I’ve believed that Jefferson Parish deserves its own monthly magazine and, as a Jefferson Parish resident for the past 10 years, I’m happy to help produce it and bring it to you.

Our plan for Inside Jefferson Parish is to bring you lifestyle articles, profile interesting Jefferson Parish residents and business owners, and help show you some things that we think making living in Jefferson Parish great.

For our first issue, since it is Spring, we wanted to showcase Fashion and spotlight some of the great local shops in Jefferson Parish, and, since it’s May, that means Mother’s Day. We asked a couple of Jefferson Parish residents to discuss their Moms.

We also want to get you ready for the Summer with our Summer Shape-Up. We asked 3 fitness experts to try to help you get back into shape.

This issue of Inside Jefferson Parish also includes a regular feature called “In The Kitchen With…” where we’ll take you behind the scenes of a restaurant or into the kitchen of a Jefferson Parish personality and they’ll showcase some recipes for you. This month, we’re going “In The Kitchen with Chef Saul” from Salvatore Ristorante in Fat City. Chef Saul has picked out 2 great recipes that we hope you will try and enjoy.

In the coming months we have more great things planned and we could use your help. Please look at the magazine and on Page 22 there’s a quick survey. Please complete it and return it to us and you could win $250 in Gift Certificates or other great prizes just for telling us what you think.

Thanks again for reading Inside Jefferson Parish. We hope you like us and, even if you don’t, please let us know so we can get better.

Walt BennettiPublisher

Inside Jefferson Parish is published monthly by Inside Jefferson Parish, LLC.

Publisher - Walt Bennetti

Office Manager - Bryan Paul Scott

Senior Account Executive - Todd Naccari

Account Executive - Nicole Marullo

Photography - Mignon Byler

Graphic Design/Layout - Angie Dingianni

Graphic Design - James Broussard

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Coming In June’s Inside Jefferson Parish

June means Brides and it’s our Bridal Issue. Also, Kid’s Stuff - Fun Things To Do With Your Kids, our Father’s Day Gift Guide, Summer Travel on the Gulf Coast, and more. Look for us June 1st at locations across Jefferson Parish.

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On Lindzie: Floral Romper by Line & Dot, $70; All About Me Belt, $16; Necklace and Earrings by Allegro, $20; Shoes by Chinese Laundry, $94. All from ALL ABOUT ME, 2047 Metairie Road, Metairie. 504-835-0808

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Forward Spring is an important turning point in the year and fashion is important in Jefferson Parish. This month, Inside Jefferson Parish is proud to spotlight several local Jefferson Parish shops in our Spring Fashion Guide.

Special thanks to our great models Amanda and Lindzie; Account Executive Nicole Marullo, who did a great job coordinating the shoot with the models and vendors; Photographer Mignon Byler who got some great shots; the wildlife at Lafreniere Park (except for the Swan that attacked Mignon); and we have to thank Mother Nature for giving us some great weather.•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Thanks also to the following shops for their participation:

ALL ABOUT ME 2047 Metairie Road in Metairie 504-835-0808

CHATTA BOX 4114 Veterans Memorial Blvd. in Metairie 504-454-1527

LAZY BUG 3307 Severn Avenue in Metairie 504-455-1444

SO CHIC 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd. in Metairie 504-888-3889

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On Amanda: Lace Shorts by Wish, $68; Cali Cargo Tank by LA Made, $50; Bracelet by Treska, $50; Necklace by Treska, $50; Shoes by Chinese Laundry, $46;. All from All About Me, 2047 Metairie Road, Metairie. 504-835-0808.

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On Lindzie: Tube Top Dress by Blue Bird, $58; Shoes by Very Volatile, $46; All About Me purse. All from All About Me, 2047 Metairie Road, Metairie. 504-835-0808

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On Amanda: Ruffled Dress by Line & Dot, $82; Necklace & Ear-rings by efm, $38; Shoes by Chi-nese Laundry, $58. Available at All About Me, 2047 Metairie Road, Metairie. 504-835-0808.

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On Lindzie: White Romper from S&S Clothing, $40; Shoes by Beyond, $34. Available at So Chic, 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie. 504-888-3889.

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On Lindzie: Salid Green VaVa Voom Jumpsuit, $70; Shoes by Beyond, $34. From So Chic, 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie. 504-888-3889.

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On Amanda: Joseph Rib-koff Fuchsia Dress, $195. Available at Lazy Bug, 3307 Severn Avenue, Metairie. 504-455-1444.

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On Lindzie: Joseph Ribkoff Jumpsuit, $215. Available at Lazy Bug, 3307 Severn Avenue, Metairie. 504-455-1444

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On Amanda: Teal hand-embellished top, $398; White pants by Lafayette, $248. Available at Chatta Box, 4114 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. 504-454-1527.

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On Lindzie: Crochet Raffia/Leather purse in natural by Flora Bella; Tan Dress by Drew; Bracelet by Trin Turk, $198. Available at Chatta Box, 4114 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. 504-454-1527.

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On Amanda: Hat by Louise Green, $375; Pink Foil Dot Dress by 2b RYCH, $356. Available at Chatta Box, 4114 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. 504-454-1527. On Lindzie: White Luna Luz Silk Organza Cloud Dress, $275. Available at Lazy Bug, 3307 Severn Avenue, Metairie. 504-454-1527.

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Happy Mother’s DayMothers. Everyone has one and every second Sunday in May since President Woodrow Wilson signed it into law, we’ve officially celebrated Mother’s Day.

But, the true origin of Mother’s Day dates back to the Ancient Greeks. Greeks held a festival every year in March for Cybele, the mother of Greek Gods. Ancient Romans also held a similar festival patterned after the Greeks called Matronalia. Originally, Matronalia was celebrated on the first day of March, which was the first day of the year according to the Ancient Roman Calendar.

Since this is our first issue, our “birth” if you will, and it is May, I thought it only fitting that we include a feature on Mothers. For me, celebrating Mothers on one day a year doesn’t seem nearly enough. You see, I have extremely strong feelings about my mother. My parents got divorced when I was an infant and my mother raised me as a single mother. My mother worked two and sometimes three jobs to make sure that I had a roof over my head, clothes and food. Even though we struggled, my mom sacrificed so that I could attend private school.

While we probably weren’t even considered “Middle-Class”, I never lacked or wanted anything. Whether it was a new baseball glove, school clothes, or anything else, my mother always found a way to get it for me.

During the course of my now almost 50 years on this planet, I’ve had the opportunity to meet a lot of people. I can say that, without a doubt my mother is the strongest person that I’ve ever met. I know that I’m biased but, if you ever met my mother, I’m sure that you would agree.

My mom’s birthday is May 12th and we always celebrated her birthday and Mother’s Day together. Even though we combined the Celebration, she never complained and even though I wasn’t always able to get her an extravagant present, she always raved about whatever I gave her. She turns 77 this year and I will be in Florida celebrating her birthday and Mother’s Day. I wouldn’t miss it and I’m thankful that I can spend some time with her.

For Inside Jefferson Parish’s Salute To Mothers, I asked a couple of friends to discuss their moms as well.

So to my mother and mothers, grandmothers, great-grandmothers, moms-to-be and aunties that played a maternal role, Inside Jefferson Parish says “Happy Mother’s Day.” One day a year surely isn’t enough.

-Walt Bennetti

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Happy Mother’s Day

Publisher’s Note: Judy and Jenny LaBella, with their Husband and Father Joey, form the family that operates LaBella’s Deli & Catering in Kenner’s Rivertown.

For any catering needs or for a great Po-Boy or lunch special, stop by LaBella’s at 2118 3rd Street, call them at 504-466-4675, or visit their website, www.LaBellascatering.com.

“What I admire most about my mom is everything! She has been my caretaker, disciplinarian, guardian, boss, co-worker, counselor and friend all my life.

She practices what she preaches and always goes out of her way for the people she loves. She gives back to the community and always has a smile for everybody.

My mom has so much to do with who I am today and I LOVE her so much!”

- Jennifer LaBella

Judy & Jenny LaBellaLaBella’s Deli & Catering

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“I would like to wish my mom, Margie Seemann, a Happy Mother’s Day. Not only is she a wonderful mother, but she’s also a loving grandmother, great-grandmother, and an outstanding American citizen.

She spends a lot of her free time fighting corruption in the Jefferson Parish Government. She does not get paid for this, but believes political officials should have to obey the laws, not abuse their power, and should be held accountable for any wrong doing.

I am very proud of my mom and her accomplishments. The people of Jefferson Parish are lucky to have her fight-ing to keep taxes low and bring morality/integrity back to the parish Government. I am blessed to have her as my mom and to share her values.” - Cheryl Seemann Lee

Happy Mother’s Day

Publisher’s Note: Margie Seemann is Vice Chairman of Citizens For Good Government, a government watchdog group. Cheryl Seemann Lee is a Home Health RN.

Cheryl Seemann Lee & Margie Seemann

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SummerSummer means many things: vacations, baseball, cookouts, beaches. But for many, Summer is a time of dread. How am I going to fit into my bathing suit this year? What am I going to look like on the beach?

Inside Jefferson Parish spoke with three Fitness experts: Darren Colletti, owner of Alternative Body Solutions and Snap Fitness of Metairie; Tracey Fletes, owner of Body N Spirit Athletic Club in Harvey; and Fitness Guru Leslie Hoffman from the TV show “Get Fit With Leslie”. We asked them for their tips on how you can get into Summer Shape.

Darren Colletti

With Summer time fast approaching the main goal for both men and women in the gym is to look good in a swimsuit. For women that means working on the backs of legs, the glutes (butt), and the abdominals. For men it’s a similar story except that men generally stick to the “beach” muscles year round and work extra hard for that coveted “six-pack” come summer. The biggest problem both sexes have when trying to whittle away the waist is that they fail to acknowledge or they deny the simple fact that – ABS ARE MADE IN THE KITCHEN, NOT THE GYM! What does that mean? It means that no matter how sit ups or crunches you can do those exercise will never burn off enough calories to get you a six-pack. Getting the coveted six-pack or flat abs is all about what you eat.

In order to get beach ready for those that have already been a regular in the gym they should change up their routine to include more cardio respiratory training. That could mean adding more running or walking on the treadmill. It may also include more work on the elliptical or bike, or circuit training (moving from one exercise to the next with as little rest as possible). Besides circuit training, one can add in HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) to the mix. These methods will help get that big calorie burn we all need to drop down to a smaller size.

Some of the best exercises a person can add to their repertoire to get beach ready are compound movements. Why? Because compound movements use multiple muscles in every movement; therefore creating a bigger calorie burn. Compound movements like the squat, lunges, pushups, pull-ups, bench press and others. These will help build muscle faster and the more muscle a person has on their body, the more calories they will burn around the clock. These movements can be performed with or without weight in most cases.

For those who are just starting out need to remember to start out slow. A newbie needs to develop a habit of going to the gym; and the best way to do this is by getting to the gym three times per week for at least thirty minutes. Start with using the treadmills or other cardio equipment and gradually start using the weight machines. If you are unfamiliar with the equipment ask a gym employee, trainer or even another gym member for some help. Gradually build up to four or five times per week of exercise. After just three weeks of getting to the gym three times a week you will develop a habit of going and your body will let you know you need to go.

Darren Colletti is the owner of Alternative Body Solutions, LLC and Snap Fitness of Metairie (2309 Clearview Parkway). He is an ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, Art of Strength (AOS) Certified Kettlebell Instructor, and Producer/Creator of Darren Colletti’s – Total Body Conditioning workout DVD. For more information visit

www.alternativebodysolutionsllc.com, find Darren on Facebook or call 504-812-6973.

Tracey Fletes

When I train clients to get that beach body I focus on core exercises, the abdominal, back and obliques as well as hamstrings and triceps. These are the areas that will tone up the body for the summer. For men I would add chest exercises, women I would add legs for the hips.

For core - focus on using a resist a ball for the abs. This can be done at home or on break in the office-lie on the ball and perform sit ups. The ball gives more range of motion than the floor, so the results are greater.

Women - to work those legs-squats and walking lunges. At home or office, use light weights or soup cans for resistance. The exercise-squat-stand with legs shoulder width apart in front of a chair. Now as you were going to sit in chair but right before sitting, come back to the standing or your beginning point. Your weights or soup can should be in your hands. Perform this 10-12 times up to 3 sets.

Lunges - the exercise is like walking taking large steps. Walking across a room holding weights/cans for resistance, drop the back knee almost to the ground but not touching the ground. Perform this across the floor three times.

Let me add squats and lunges are two of the best exercises for the lower body when performed correctly. On all exercises, keep your abdominal area engaged and weight on your heels. You can perform theses exercises 3-5 times per. Week. Anything over three days a week changes the shape of the body.

Triceps and chest - at home or in the office, simply get a chair. For the triceps/back of arm, sit in chair with hands under buttocks. Lift buttocks off chair. Bend elbows as you drop buttocks to ground. Fingers are pointed down on chair. Perform 8-12 for 3 sets.

Chest - using the same chair. Face the chair with hands placed on the seat. Perform a push up on the chair. 15 repetitions to start.. Both of these exercises can be challenging so do what you can and work up to more!

Some extra things you can do - take the stairs, ride your bike, park farther away, get up from you desk, instead of sending email or text walk message to co-workers. These are simple tips that give big results. Stay committed and

you will see the change.

My number 1 tip - watch the diet. We don’t realize how much this plays a major role. 80% of what we eat goes to our belly. So drink plenty of water and cut out simple carbs (white breads, white rice, white pasta, cakes, donuts. Yes, the junk food.]

Tracey Fletes is the Owner of Body N Spirit Athletic Club (2209 Lapalco Blvd. in Harvey) and a Fitness Professional. Visit www.bodynspiritathleticlub.com, email her at Bodynspirit@bellsouth.net or call 364-1881 for more information.

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Shape-UpLeslie Hoffman

Leslie Hoffman is the host of the award-winning TV Show “Get Fit With Les-lie” seen locally on Cox Channel 4 daily at 7:30am and Mondays at 7:30pm and on Cox Sports TV (Channel 37) Mondays at 5:30pm and Wednesdays at 6am.

IJP Magazine: What are the problem areas for women and how can they get toned?

The areas that women find a challenge are the arms, chest and glutes. There are ways to tone these areas in the comfort of the home.

THE GLUTESOne of the best exercises for toning the butt is the squat. Stand with your feet hip width apart, hands at your sides and keep your abdominal muscles tight. Lower your body slowly as if you were going to sit down on a chair. Bend your arms as you are going down. Do this exercise slowly keeping your weight in your heels and slowly push your way back up but do not lock your knees. Repeat this move 8-15 times, pause for a minute. Perform 2-3 sets. THE CHESTThe best exercise for chest firming is the basic push up. Proper form is key to getting the best result from this exercise.

The push up can be performed from either your toes or your knees. Place your hands on the ground shoulder width apart. Keep the abdominal muscles tight and the back straight. The starting position for a push up is your toes on the ground, your arms straight down on the ground holding your body up. Lower yourself down slowly so that your elbows make a 90-degree angle. Then, slowly raise yourself back up to the starting position. My suggestion is to do as many as possible. Take it to fatigue. Do a couple of sets every other day. You will see yourself building strength.

THE UPPER ARMSTo target the underarm sagging, focus on the tricep muscles and toning them. All you will need are some dumb bells. Stand next to a table and rest your elbow on the table. Bend your knees slightly. In your opposite hand with the dumbbell, bend the arm to 90-degrees. This is the starting position. Straighten your arm out behind you and hold that position for a few seconds. Perform 8-12 reps, at least 2 sets. Then switch sides and work the other arm.

To work the opposite side of the arm, do a bicep curl. Use your dumb bells. Curl your arms up to raise the bar bell to your chest, and then lower them down. Keep your movement slow and controlled and make sure to keep your back straight. Lower the dumb bell back down to the starting position.

IJP Magazine: Any exercises that people could do in their home/office outside of a gym to tone up? There are many exercises you can do in the home/office outside a gym. Here are a few; LOWER BODYChair Squat: While sitting, lift up until your hips are just hovering over the chair, arms out for balance. Hold for 2-3 seconds, stand all the way up and repeat for 16 reps.

One-Leg Squat: Make sure the chair is stable and take one foot slightly in front of the other. Use the hands for leverage as you push up into a one-legged squat, hovering just over the chair and keeping the other leg on the floor for balance. Lower and repeat, only coming a few inches off the chair for 12 reps. Repeat on the other side. Frontal Thigh: Sit straight in your chair holding the abs in and extend the left leg until it’s level with hip, squeezing the quadriceps. Hold for 3 seconds, lower and repeat for 12-20 reps. Repeat on the other side. Do a couple of sets every other day.

Inner Thigh: Place a towel or an object of resistance between the knees as you sit straight with the abs in. Squeeze and release completing 15-20 reps of slow pulses. Desk Dips: Sit on edge of desk and place hands next to hips. Place legs on chair for support. Move hips in front of desk and bend the elbows, lowering the body until the elbows are at 90 degrees. Push back up and repeat for 12- 15 times. ABSSide Bends: Standing with legs shoulder width apart, in one hand hold a water bottle or object of suitable weight, bend toward the right keeping your abs contracted, come back to center. Repeat on the other side. Complete 15 reps (bending to the right and left is one rep).

IJP Magazine: Any starting points for those that are really out-of-shape? First, it is important to get a heads up from your doctor before beginning an exercise program. I would suggest starting slowly. Walking is great!! Start at a slow pace and when comfortable, pick it up. After a few weeks, you can vary your walking program with speed walking. As far as toning exercise, stick with light dumbbells to tone and firm.

You can see Leslie on TV daily on Cox 4 at 7:30am and Mondays at 7:30pm and on Cox Sports TV (Channel 37) Mondays at 5:30pm and Wednesdays at 6am. You can also visit her web site at www.getfitwithleslie.com.

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In The Kitchen With...C H E F S A U L of S A L V A T O R E R I S T O R A N T E

by Walt Bennetti

When you go out to eat, you want two things: great food at a great value and you want to be treated right. If those are your criteria, you’re probably a fan of Chef Saul Bollat and Salvatore Ristorante, 3226 N. Arnoult in Fat City.

Salvatore is celebrating it’s 19th Birthday this year and for 17 of those years, when you walk into Salvatore, you’ve probably been greeted by Chef Saul.

Chef Saul started at Salvatore in 1994 as a host. In 2001, he became the sole owner of Salvatore.

“I love the people,” Chef Saul said. “I’ve been cooking all my life but I have a wonderful time hosting people and they give me energy. I‘ve always had a passion for the restaurant business.”

Chef Saul also believes strongly in giving back to the community. After Katrina, he served over 2,000 people daily in Gretna and assisted after Gustav as well. He was made an Honorary Citizen of Golden Meadow, given the Key to the City of Kenner, and received accolades from many groups and communities.

Salvatore features menu items in the style of Elmwood Plantation and combines Italian Flavors with Creole Traditions.

“I have a lot of friends from the Bayou and I’ve learned to cook many Creole and Cajun items like Frog Legs, Rabbit, Gumbo, Shrimp Creole and Etouffee.”

And Chef Saul experimented with dishes and combined items to make some of his signature dishes.

“One minute you’re cooking Soft Shell Crab and you’re cooking Crawfish Etouffee for someone else and you think, what if I combine the two and you get Soft Shell Crab Lafitte.”

Chef Saul also takes standard menu items you’ve seen at many restaurants and adds his own twist to them.

“Everybody serves Chicken and Veal Marsala. I use a sweet Marsala wine to saute the onions and then we add a beef reduction. This gives our Chicken and Veal Marsala a great flavor.”

“A lot of restaurants now do Char-Broiled Oysters. The Char-Broiled Oysters at Salvatore are very unique because I use sweet butter, olive oil and Pinot Grigio wine for the sauce.”

Chef Saul’s Char-Broiled Oysters are also a little heavier than most with garlic, Romano and Parmesan Cheeses.

Salavatore has an extensive menu and Chef Saul also offers Daily Lunch Specials.

“We try to mix things up at lunch for people to give them a variety of choices. In addition to our regular menu, we offer items at lunch that aren’t on our regular menu like Beef Brisket, Red Beans & Rice, Meatloaf, etc. We usually offer 8-10 daily lunch specials some starting at $6.95.”

At Salvatore, Chef Saul wants you to feel at home. If there’s something that you want that isn’t on the menu, just ask and more often than not Chef Saul will make it for you.

And, if you’ve got a sweet tooth, Chef Saul has you covered with Italian favorites like Spumoni and Tiramisu; Bananas Foster Cheesecake, Chef Saul’s spin on a New Orleans favorite; homemade Peach Cake and Chef Saul’s personal favorite (and mine) Cannolis.

Salvatore also has an extensive wine list with many California and Italian Wines ranging from $20-50 per bottle, a selection of Super Tuscan wines from $200-350 per bottle, and his Private Cellar with Bourdeauxs ranging from $1,500-3,000 per bottle.

Salvatore is also available for private parties of all sizes.

Salvatore is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am - 10pm for lunch and dinner and on Friday and Saturday the last seating is at Midnight. Call them for reservations or daily specials at 455-2433.

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In The Kitchen With...C H E F S A U L of S A L V A T O R E R I S T O R A N T E

Chef Saul’s Italian BBQ Shrimp

“This is one of my favorite dishes”, Chef Saul said. “It’s simple to make at home and will impress your husband, friends or relatives.”

Ingredients:

1lb (about 12) Large Louisiana Head-On Shrimp8 cloves Garlic½ Cup Pinot Grigio Wine (you can substitute Chardonnay)¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil½ Tspn Oregano½ Tspn Thyme¼ Tspn Fresh Black Pepper¼ Tspn Salt8-10 Black PeppercornsBread for dippingParsley for garnish

NOTE: “99% of other Restaurants that serve BBQ Shrimp use about a pound of butter or margarine,” Chef Saul said. “I prefer to use Olive Oil as it is much lower in cholesterol and better for your heart.”

Sautee Garlic in Olive Oil over Medium High Heat and cook until Garlic is golden. Do not burn the Garlic. Add Shrimp and cook for

about 5 minutes or until the Shrimp are almost cooked through.

1 lb. (about 12) Large Louisiana Head-On

Shrimp.

Add Wine and season with Oregano, Thyme, Pepper & Salt. Add Peppercorns. Put pan in 350 degree

oven and cook for 7 minutes.

Toast Bread if you like and arrange in bowl. Add Shrimp and Sauce. Enjoy.

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In The Kitchen With...C H E F S A U L of S A L V A T O R E R I S T O R A N T E

“This is a light, refreshing salad and great for the sum-mer and to use leftover grilled steak,” Chef Saul said. “It is very colorful and, since there’s no salad dressing, very healthy.”

Ingredients:

½ - 1lb Leftover Steak, cut into small piecesSalt and Pepper to season¼ Green, Yellow and Red Bell Pepper, sliced1 Slice Red Onion2 Roma Tomatoes, Sliced6 White Button Mushrooms, Sliced½ Stick Sweet ButterPepper to taste (no more Salt)½ Tspn Beef Base or 1 Beef Bouillon Cube ¼ Cup ChiantiSpring Mix Greens

Chef Saul’s Summer Steak Salad

Put Spring Mix Greens on a platter and ladle the cooked Steak Mixture over it. Use the cooking juices as the salad

dressing.

Season Steak with Salt and Pepper. Melt Butter and saute Onion and Peppers over Medium/High Heat. Add Steak and heat, but try to not

cook it too long.

Add Beef Base or Bouillon Cube, Mushrooms and

Tomatoes. Cook for about 2 minutes. If you cook it too long or too high the Tomatoes will

turn to mush. Add Chianti.

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BucktownDeanie’s Seafood - 1713 Lake Ave. 831-4141. Seafood.Live Bait - 200 Hammond Hwy. 840-0902. Cafe.New Orleans Food & Spirits - 210 Hammond Hwy. 828-2220. Seafood.R&O’s. 216 Old Hammond Hwy. 831-1248. Seafood.Two Tonys. 105 Metairie-Hammond Hwy. 831-0999. Italian.

ElmwoodCopeland’s. 1001 S Clearview Pkwy. 733-7843. Creole.Fat Hen Grill. 1821 Hickory Ave. 305-1980. Diner.Jaeger’s Seafood. 901 S Clearview Pkwy. 818-2200. Seafood.Kyoto 2. 5608 Citrus Blvd. 818-0228. Japanese.La Madeleine. 5171 Citrus Blvd. 818-2450. Dessert and Coffee.Nacho Mamas. 1000 S Clearview Pkwy. 736-1188. Mexican.New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood Co. 1005 S Clearview Pkwy. 734-1122. Sandwiches, Seafood.Reginelli’s Pizzeria. 5608 Citrus Blvd. 818-0111. Pizza.River Cafe. 201 Evans Rd. 731-8546. Sandwiches.Sake Cafe. 1130 S Clearview Pkwy. 733-8879. Japanese.

HarahanBobby’s Seafood. 9013 Jefferson Hwy. 738-2104. Seafood.Breakfast Club Cafe. 8321 Jefferson Hwy. 737-7575. Breakfast.Caffe Latte Da. 5860 Citrus Blvd. 818-0051. Coffee.Charlie’s Seafood. 8311 Jefferson Hwy. 737-3700. Seafood.China Palace. 1915 Hickory Ave. 737-8988. Chinese.Chun Lee. 1100 Elmwood Park. 733-8562. Chinese.Diamond Cafe. 1299 Hickory Ave. 737-0720. Pizza, Sandwiches.Dockside. 1820 Dickory Ave. 736-9666. Seafood.Hickory Café & Grill. 1313 Hickory Ave. 737-0033. Cafe.Italian Pie. 5650 Jefferson Hwy. 734-3333. Pizza.Kim Anh’s Noodle House. 6624 Jefferson Hwy. 739-9995. Vietnamese.Koz’s. 6215 Wilson. 737-3933. Sandwiches.Nuccio’s Italian Deli. 7105 Jefferson Hwy . 305-1014. Italian.Seither’s. 279 Hickory. 738-1116. Seafood.Seymour’s. 2216 Hickory Ave. 737-3148. Seafood.Shimmy Shack. 1855 Dock. 729-4442. Sandwiches.Smilie’s. 5725 Jefferson Hwy. 733-3000. Seafood.Taqueria Corona. 1827 Hickory Ave. 738-6722. Mexican.VooDoo BBQ. 5110 Jefferson Hwy (Inside Wal-Mart). 729-2442. Barbecue.Zea. 1655 Hickory Ave. 738-0799. American.

JeffersonAzalea Grill. 3501 Jefferson Hwy. 831-9310. Cafe.Big Al’s Deckbar & Grille. 1715 Jefferson Hwy. 830-0104. Seafood.Blue Tomato. 4401 Jefferson Hwy. 734-3000. Mexican.Bud’s Broiler. 4101 Jefferson Hwy. 837-9419. Hamburgers.Cajun Catfish. 521 Central Ave. 733-2523. Seafood.Chinese & American. 1228 Jefferson Hwy. 833-3707. Chinese.Crabby Jack’s. 428 Jefferson Hwy. 833-2722. Sandwiches.

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Dots Diner. 2317 Jefferson Hwy. 831-3861. Diner.Dots Diner. 4150 Jefferson Hwy. 738-9678. Diner. Joe Sepie’s. 4402 Jefferson Hwy. 324-5613. Sandwiches.Oriental Triangle. 4808 Jefferson Hwy. 733-2388. Chinese.Restaurante La Profecia. 418 Maine St. 849-9989. Central American.Rivershack Tavern. 3449 River Road. 834-4938. Cafe.Rotolos Pizzeria. 3741 Jefferson Hwy. 833-7054 . Pizza.Sam’s Grocery. 260 Brooklyn. 835-0689. Sandwiches.Southern Po-Boys. 720 Claiborne Dr. 835-3035. Sandwiches.

KennerAdela’s Latin Cuisine. 2105 West Esplanade. 712-2008. Central American.Asian Super Buffet. 3900 Williams Blvd. 712-0899. Chinese.Brick Oven Cafe. 2805 Williams Blvd. 466-2097. Italian.Bud’s Broiler. 2800 Veterans Blvd. 466-0026. Hamburgers.Casa Tequila. 3229 Williams Blvd. 443-5423. Mexican.Cherry Blossom. 2401 Veterans Memorial Blvd. 712-5588. Japanese.China Express. 2424 Williams Blvd. 465-0788. Chinese.Chuy’s. 2841 Loyola Dr. 469-1649. Mexican.Come Back Inn. 3826 Williams Blvd. 443-1623. Sandwiches.Copeland’s. 1319 W Esplanade Ave. 617-9146. Creole.Dots Diner. 2239 Williams Blvd. 441-5600. Diner.Fat Greg’s Pizza. 3232 Williams Blvd. 305-4611. Italian.Fat Molly’s. 2400 21st St. 305-1017. Pizza.Fiesta Latina. 1924 Airline Hwy. 469-5792. Central American.Fong’s. 2101 Williams Blvd. 467-9928. Chinese.Ground Pat’i. 1305 W Esplanade Ave. 466-8060. American.Harbor Seafood. 3203 Williams Blvd. 443-6454. Seafood.Imperial Garden. 3331 Williams Blvd. 443-5691. Chinese.Italian Pie. 3600 Williams Blvd. 469-4999. Pizza.Johnny Trauth’s Seafood Bistro. 2121 25th Street. 471-0808. Seafood.Kenner Seafood. 3140 Loyola Dr. 466-4701. Seafood.LaBella’s Deli. 2118 3rd St. 466-4675. Sandwiches.Laketown Grill. 4041 Williams Blvd. 461-0433. Sandwiches/Hamburgers.Lee’s Hamburgers. 2100 Airline Dr. 472-0966. Hamburgers.Little Chinatown 3800 Williams Blvd. 252-9898. Chinese.Mr. Ed’s. 910 W Esplanade. 463-3030. Creole.Primetime Steakhouse. 2722 Williams Blvd. 464-4744. Steak.Reginelli’s Pizzeria. 817 W Esplanade Ave. 712-6868. Pizza.Ristorante Da Piero. 401 Williams Blvd. 469-8585. Italian.River House. 509 Williams Blvd. 471-0534. American.Sake Cafe. 817 W Esplanade Ave. 468-8829. Japanese.Sake Sushi Hibachi House. 3225 Williams Blvd. 465-2088. Japanese.Shishkabob House. 3804 Williams Blvd. 712-0765. Middle Eastern.Smitty’s Seafood. 2000 West Esplanade. 468-1647. Seafood.Stingray’s. 1303 West Esplanade. 443-4040. Seafood.Sun Ray Grill. 2424 Williams Blvd. 837-8371. Eclectic.Williams Seafood. 4041 Williams Blvd. 467-0010. Seafood.Young’s Garden. 2037 Williams Blvd. 467-4412. Chinese.Zea. 1325 West Esplanade Ave. 504-468-7733. American.

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MetairieAcme Oyster House. 3000 Veterans Blvd. 309-4056. Seafood. Acropolis Cuisine. 3841 Veterans Blvd. 888-9046. Greek.Andrea’s. 3100 19th St. 834-8583. Italian.Austin’s. 5101 West Esplanade Ave. 888-5533. Creole.Beach House. 2401 Woodlawn Dr. 456-7470. American. Beijing. 2222 Clearview Pkwy. 885-8881. Chinese.Beraca. 3116 N. Arnoult Rd. 889-0962. Mexican.Bozo’s. 3117 21st Street. 831-8666. Seafood.Bravo!. 3413 Veterans Blvd. 828-8828. Italian.Brooklyn Pizza. 4301 Veterans Blvd. 833-1288. Pizza.Bud’s Broiler. 2929 N Causeway Blvd. 833-3770. Hamburgers.Bud’s Broiler. 2008 Clearview Pkwy. 889-2837. Hamburgers.Buddy’s Poor Boys. 1645 Veterans Blvd. 834-6315. Sandwiches.Byblos Market. 2020 Veterans Blvd. 837-9777. Middle Eastern. Cafe East. 4628 Rye. 888-0078. Chinese.Cafe Equator. 2920 Severn Ave. 888-4772 . Thai.Cafe Fresca. 4441 West Metairie Ave. 887-2010. Cafe.Cafe Roma. 1101 N Causeway Blvd. 833-7662. Pizza.Caffe Angelina. 5024 W Esplanade Ave. 889-7770. Sandwiches.Caffe! Caffe!. 4301 Clearview Pkwy. 885-4845. Coffee.Caffe! Caffe!. 3547 N Hullen. 267-9190. Coffee.Cajun Grill and Bar. 2309 N Causeway Blvd. 831-0095. Sandwiches.Carreta’s Grill. 2320 Veterans Blvd. 837-6696. Mexican.Casa Garcia. 8814 Veterans Blvd. 464-0354. Mexican.Casablanca. 3030 Severn Ave. 888-2209. Mediterranean.Cathay Inn. 6501 Airline Hwy. 733-8450. Chinese.Centro American. 3507 Hessmer Ave. 455-7722. Mexican.Chad’s Bistro. 3216 W Esplanade Ave. 838-9935. Seafood.China Moon. 7933 Airline Dr. 738-1629. Chinese.China Rose. 3501 N Arnoult. 887-3295. Chinese.China Town Gourmet. 3100 17th St. 834-9071. Chinese.Churros Cafe. 3100 Kingman. 885-6516. Caribbean.City Diner. 3116 S I-10 Service Rd. 831-1030. Diner.Come Back Inn. 8016 W Metairie Ave. 467-9316. Sandwiches.Copeland’s Cheesecake Bistro. 4517 Veterans Blvd. 454-7620. Creole.Corky’s. 4243 Veterans Blvd. 887-5000. Barbecue.Corner Cafe. 3316 Green Acres Rd. 454-1008. Sandwiches.Crazy Johnnie’s. 3520 18th St. 887-6641. Steak.Cuco’s. 5048 Veterans Blvd. 454-5005. Mexican.Cypress. 4426 Transcontinental. 885-6885. Contemporary Creole.Cyrus. 612 Veterans Blvd. 309-2477. Middle Eastern.Don’s Seafood Hut. 4801 Veterans Blvd. 889-1550. Seafood.Dots Diner. 6633 Airline Hwy. 734-0301. Diner.Drago’s. 3232 N Arnoult Rd. 888-9254. Seafood.Eggroll House. 3507 Veterans Blvd. 887-9364. Chinese. Erik’s. 4644 W Esplanade. 457-0207. American.Fat City Diner. 3555 18th. 888-4940. Diner.Fausto’s. 530 Veterans Blvd. 833-7121. Italian.Frosty’s Cafe. 3400 Cleary Ave. 888-9600. Vietnamese.Fuji Sushi. 8814 Veterans Blvd. 466-1924. Japanese.Fury’s. 724 Martin Behrman Ave. 834-5646. Seafood.Fusion Cafe. 5000 W. Esplanade Ave. 309-4991. Asian.Gio’s. 4941 W Napoleon Ave. 504-885-3515. Italian.Giorlando’s. 741 Bonnabel. 835-8593. Sandwiches.Ground Pat’i. 3124 David Dr. 887-9449. American.Guillory’s. 3708 Derbigny St. 833-1390. Sandwiches.HiHo Barbecue. 4011 Airline Dr. 287-0011. Barbecue.Hobnobber Cafe. 5928 W Metairie Ave. 734-8448. Cafe. Houston’s. 4241 Veterans Blvd. 889-2301. American.Impastato’s. 3400 16th St. 455-1545. Italian.Italian Pie. 5406 Veterans Blvd. 887-9977. Pizza.Izzo’s Illegal Burrito. 4316 Veterans Memorial Blvd. 889-5505. Mexican.Jade Moon. 4337 Airline Hwy. 831-0555. Chinese.JAM’s Po-Boys. 612 Sena Dr. 833-5882. Sandwiches.Kanno. 3205 Edenborn Ave. 455-5730. Japanese.

King Buffet. 601 Veterans Memorial Blvd. 837-4383. Chinese.Korea House. 3547 18th. 888-0654. Korean.Kosher Cajun Deli. 3519 Severn. 888-2010. Deli.La Madeleine. 3300 Severn. 456-1624. Dessert and Coffee.Lager’s. 3501 Veterans Blvd. 887-9923. Brewpub.Lagniappe Luncheonette. 3634 Airline Dr. 837-7109. Diner.Lee’s Hamburgers. 3516 Veterans Blvd. 885-4291. Hamburgers.Lee’s Hamburgers. 1507 Metairie Rd. 837-8990. Hamburgers.Little Chinese Kitchen. 701 David Dr. 733-2535. Chinese.Little Tokyo. 1521 N Causeway Blvd. 831-6788. Japanese.Louisiana Purchase Kitchen. 8847 Veterans Blvd. 468-3800. Buffet.Mandarin House Chinese Buffet. 3501 Severn Ave. 779-0888. Chinese.Mano’s Po-Boys. 6943 Saints Dr. 734-0922. Sandwiches.Martin Wine Cellar Deli. 714 Elmeer. 896-7350. Deli.Melius Bar. 1701 Lake Ave. 828-9446. Cafe.Metairie Seafood. 116 Severn Ave. 833-8093. Seafood.Milano’s Pizza. 3002 Cleary Ave. 780-7500. Sandwiches.Morning Call Coffee Stand. 3325 Severn Ave. 885-4068. Dessert/Coffee.Mr Ed’s Creole Grille. 5241 Veterans Memorial Blvd. 889-7992. Creole.Mr Roo’s Deli. 3501 Severn Ave. 885-4010. Sandwiches.Mr. Ed’s. 1001 Live Oak. 838-0022. Cafe.Mr. Gyros. 3620 N Causeway Blvd. 833-9228. Greek. New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood Co. 6920 Veterans Blvd. 455-1272. Sandwiches/Seafood.New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood Co. 817 Veterans Blvd. 837-8580. Sandwiches/Seafood.Nor-Joe Imports. 505 Frisco Ave. 833-9240. Sandwiches.Okinago. 2712 N Arnoult Rd. 780-8588. Asian.Outback Steakhouse. 2746 Severn Ave. 455-6850. Steak.P.F. Chang’s. 3301 Veterans (Lakeside Mall). 828-5288. Chinese.Paradise Cafe. 3717 Veterans Blvd. 888-4141. Cafe.Parran’s Po-Boys. 3939 Veterans Blvd. 885-3416. Sandwiches.Peppermill. 3524 Severn Ave. 455-2266. Creole, Italian.Phil’s Grill. 3020 Severn Ave. 324-9080. Hamburgers.Pho Bang. 8814 Veterans Blvd. 466-8742. Vietnamese.Pho Nola. 3320 Transcontinental. 941-7690. Vietnamese.Pho Orchid. 3117 Houma Blvd. 457-4188. Vietnamese.Phoenicia. 4201 Veterans Blvd. 889-9950. Middle Eastern.Pizza Florence. 4445 Veterans Blvd. 888-7888. Pizza.Quarter View. 613 Clearview Pkwy. 887-3456. Seafood.Quick-Check. 2018 Clearview Pkwy. 456-6362. Sandwiches.Rajun Cajun. 5209 W Napoleon Ave. 883-5513. American.Randazzo’s. 4462 Wabash. 456-9069. Italian.Ristorante Filippo. 1917 Ridgelake. 835-4008. Italian.Royal China. 600 Veterans Blvd. 831-9633. Chinese.Ruth’s Chris Steak House. 3633 Veterans Blvd. 888-3600. Steak.Sake Cafe. 4201 Veterans Blvd. 779-7253. Japanese.Salvatore Ristorante. 3528 18th. 455-2433. Italian/Seafood.Sammy’s Po-Boys. 901 Veterans Blvd. 835-0916. Sandwiches.Sandro’s Trattoria. 6601 Veterans Blvd. 888-7784. Italian.Semolina. 4436 Veterans (Clearview Mall). 454-7930. Pasta.Serrano’s Salsa Company. 4436 Veterans Blvd. 780-2354. Mexican.Shogun. 2325 Veterans Blvd. 833-7477. Japanese.Shortstop’s. 119 Transcontinental Dr. 885-4572. Sandwiches.Siamese. 6601 Veterans Blvd #29. 454-8752. Thai.Sid-Mar’s. 3322 N Turnbull Dr. 831-9541. Seafood.Spitale’s Deli. 2408 N Arnoult Rd. 837-9912. Sandwiches.Swamp Room. 5216 Veterans Blvd. 888-5242 . Hamburgers.Taco San Miguel. 3517 20th St. 267-4027. Mexican.Taco San Miguel. 3605 Johnson St. 841-0551. Mexican.Tandoori Chicken. 2916 Cleary Ave. 889-7880. Indian.Taqueria Corona. 3535 Severn. 885-5088. Mexican.Tea Garden. 1918 Veterans Blvd. 833-9455. Chinese.Tessie’s Place. 116 N Woodlawn. 835-8377. Cafe.Texas Bar-B-Que Company. 3320 Houma Blvd. 456-2832. Barbecue.That’s Amore. 4421 Clearview Pkwy. 454-5885. Pizza.

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Metairie (cont.)The Club House. 4617 Sanford St. 885-8622. Diner.Then, Now, and Next. 6401 Veterans Blvd (Four Points Hotel). 885-5700. Creole.Tic Toc Café. 3205 36th St. 834-6272. Diner.Tiffin Inn. 6601 Veterans Blvd. 888-6602. Breakfast.Tiger Diner. 1401 Airline Dr. 835-1755. Diner.Tio Roberto. 3764 Derbigny. 828-1404. Mexican.Tower of Pizza. 2104 Veterans Blvd. 833-9373. Pizza.Unagi & Sushi. 2701 Airline Dr. 906-2666. Japanese.Vincent’s. 4411 Chastant St. 885-2984. Italian.VooDoo BBQ. 2740 Severn Ave. 353-4227. Barbecue.Webster’s. 3208 Clearview Pkwy. 454-3488. Diner.World Deli. 4414 Clearview Pkwy. 885-4888. Sandwiches. WOW Cafe and Wingery. 4436 Veterans Blvd (Clearview Mall). 889-9693. Wings.WOW Cafe and Wingery. 3100 Severn. 885-1322. Wings.Zea. 4450 Veterans Blvd (Clearview Mall). 780-9090. American.

Old MetairieByblos. 1501 Metairie Rd. 834-9773. Middle Eastern.Café Royale. 3343 Metairie Rd. 304-8438. Coffee.Chateau Du Lac. 2037 Metairie Rd. 831-3773. French.Galley Seafood. 2535 Metairie Rd. 832-0955. Seafood.Gennaro’s. 3206 Metairie Rd. 833-6870. Cafe.Great Wall. 2023 Metairie Rd. 833-2585. Chinese.La Dolce Nola. 200 Metairie Rd. 832-1122. Coffee. Mark Twain’s Pizza Landing. 2035 Metairie Rd. 832-8032. Pizza.Radosta’s. 249 Aris Ave. 831-1537. Sandwiches.Sun Ray Grill. 619 Pink. 837-0055. American.Taj Mahal. 923-C Metairie Rd. 836-6859. Indian.Vega Tapas Cafe. 2051 Metairie Rd. 836-2007. Mediterranean.Zeke’s. 1517 Metairie Road. 832-1133. Seafood.

River RidgeDots Diner. 10701 Jefferson Hwy. 504-738-9678. Diner.GG’s Poor Boys. 9605 Jefferson Hwy. 504-737-8142. Sandwiches.Hillbilly Barbecue. 208 Tullulah. 504-738-1508. Barbecue.Mimi’s. 10160 Jefferson Hwy. 504-737-6464. Contemporary Creole.Mr Poor Boy. 10202 Jefferson Hwy. 504-737-1170. Sandwiches.The Ridge. 1827 Hickory Ave. 504-305-4195. Sancwiches.Village Inn. 9201 Jefferson Hwy. 504-737-4610. American.

Grand IsleBarataria Seafood Grill. 1865 Hwy 1. 985-787-7000. Seafood. Camardelle’s Seafood. 1018 Hwy 1. 985-787-2311. Seafood.Kickin’ Chicken. 3084 Hwy 1. 985-787-2445. Chicken.Lighthouse Restaurant. 116 Chighizola Lane. 985-787-3331. AmericanSarah’s Restaurant. 2987 Hwy 1. 985-787-2955. American.Starfish Restaurant. 3027 Hwy 1. 985-787-2711. Seafood.

GretnaBanana Blossom. 2112 Belle Chasse Hwy. 392-7530. Thai.Beef Connection. 501 Gretna Blvd. 366-3275. Steak.Cafe 615 (Da Wabbit). 615 Kepler. 365-1225. Cafe.Cafe DiBlasi. 1801 Stumpf Blvd. 361-3106. Italian.Cafe Etienne. 423 10th Street. 309.4072. Creole.Cafe Roma. 435 Wall Blvd. 392-2315. Pizza.Cafe Zen. 2112 Belle Chasse Hwy. 393-2293. Japanese.Chilito’s Seafood Restaurant. 1801 Stumpf Blvd. 366-5706. Seafood.China Joe’s. 700 Terry Pkwy. 391-0277. Chinese.Clementine’s Belgian Bistro. 2505 Whitney Ave. 366-3995. Belgian.Common Grounds. 335 Huey P Long Ave. 227-2200. Coffee.Cuco’s. 2766 Belle Chasse Hwy,. 393-7766. Mexican.

DeNO Seafood. 505 Gretna Blvd. 362-4608. Seafood.Dimartino’s. 1788 Carol Sue Ave. 392-7589. Sandwiches.El Mesquite Mexican Grill. 516 Gretna Blvd. 367-1022. Mexican.El Mexicano. 605 Lapalco Blvd. 392-7681. Mexican.El Paso. 2005 Belle Chasse Hwy. 366-5104. Tex Mex.Freda’s Fine Foods. 2007 Claire Ave. 368-3002. Cafe.Fuji Hana. 1130 Behrman Hwy. 394-2820. Japanese.Gattuso’s. 435 Huey P Long Ave. 368-1114. Sandwiches.Goody’s Cafe. 2912 Belle Chasse Hwy. 394-4818. Cafe. Hoa Hong 9 (Nine Roses). 1100 Stephens. 366-7665. Vietnamese.Huong Vi. 1028 Manhattan Blvd . 218-8157. Vietnamese.Iron Gate Grill. 326 Huey P Long Ave. 362-8690. Cafe.Kim Son. 349 Whitney Ave. 366-2489. Vietnamese.King Fish Grille. 500 Lafayette St. 309-0681. Seafood.La Fiesta. 1412 Stumpf Blvd. 361-9142. Mexican.LeBlanc’s Deli. 136 Lafayette. 361-9216. Sandwiches.Los Panchos. 445 Terry Pkwy. 368-0828. Mexican.New Orleans Crescent City Grill. 101 Lapalco Blvd. 394-7272. Breakfast.O’Brien’s Grille. 2020 Belle Chasse Hwy. 391-7229. Steak.Parkside Cafe. 601 Terry Pkwy. 361-3475. Cafe.Pho Bang. 932 Westbank Expy. 872-9002. Vietnamese.Pho Tau Bay. 113 C West Bank Expy. 368-9846. Vietnamese.Pupuseria Divino Corazon. 2300 Belle Chasse Hwy. 368-5724. Central American.Red Maple. 1036 Lafayette. 367-0935. Creole.Red Palace. 1025 West Bank Expy. 366-7071. Chinese.Sahara Cafe. 401 Realty Dr. 394-0460. Middle Eastern.Sailey’s PoBoys. 1102 Stumpf Blvd,. 301-0311. Sandwiches.Six 3 Six. 636 Franklin St. 366-5500. Creole.Specialty Italian Bistro. 2330 Belle Chasse Hwy. 391-1090. Italian.Sun Ray Grill. 2600 Belle Chasse Hwy. 391-0053. Eclectic.Sunnyside Seafood And Steakhouse. 1801 Stumpf Blvd. 361-9777. Seafood.Tan Dinh. 1705 Lafayette. 361-8008. Vietnamese.Taqueria La Mexicana. 1160 Terry Parkway. 433-4013. Mexican.Taqueria Sanchez. 46 Westbank Expy. 361-3050. Mexican.Tay Do. 933 Behrman Hwy. 392-5788. Vietnamese.Thanh Thanh. 131 Huey P Long Ave. 368-8678. Pan-Asian.Three Happiness. 1900 Lafayette St. 368-1355. Chinese.Tia Maria. 505 Gretna Blvd. 263-6070. Central American.Tony Mandina’s. 1915 Pratt. 362-2010. Creole.Where Yat Cafe. 235 Derbigny. 371-5015. Sandwiches.

HarveyAlligator Pear. 1901 Manhattan Blvd. 342-2640. Cafe.Big Tuna Sushi House. 1801 Manhattan Blvd. 368-0788. Sushi.Brothers. 1502 Lapalco Blvd. 366-1073. Cafe.Cafe Ditali’s. 2104 Manhattan Blvd. 361-0058. Italian.China Doll. 830 Manhattan Blvd. 366-1111. Chinese.Cleopatra. 2701 Manhattan Blvd. 361-1113 . Middle Eastern.Copeland’s. 1700 Lapalco. 364-1575. Creole.Italian Pie. 1530 Lapalco Blvd. 362-3657. Pizza.Kafe Karma. 2101 Eighth St. 363-0088. Chinese.Kim’s. 3715 Westbank Expy. 340-0178. Vietnamese.Los Tres Amigos. 2201 Lapalco Blvd. 362-7221. Mexican.New Orleans Connection. 3251 Manhattan Blvd. 227-9747. Seafood.New Orleans Food & Spirits. 2330 Lapalco Blvd. 362-0800. Seafood.New York Cheese Steak. 3407 Lapalco Blvd. 504-340-0115. Sandwiches.Oasis. 2755 Manhattan Blvd. 366-0170. Middle Eastern.Parrot Pete’s. 1901 Manhattan Blvd. 362-9780. Breakfast.Perino’s Boiling Pot. 3754 Westbank Expy. 340-5560. Seafood.Pho Hoa. 1308 Manhattan Blvd. 302-2094. Vietnamese.Pier 4. 4132 Peters Road. 364-8816. Steak.Pupuseria El Buen Gusto. 2209 Lapalco Blvd. 362-2311. Central American.

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Harvey (cont.)Royal Palm. 1901 Manhattan Blvd. 644-4100. Steaks.Ruby Red’s. 1525 Lapalco Blvd. 367-5496. Sandwiches.Sake Sake. 1122 Manhattan Blvd. 366-8002. Japanese.Tennou Sushi Bar. 1818 Manhattan Blvd. 366-3898 . Sushi.The Point. 2800 4th St. 361-9201. Cafe.Who Dat Grill. 1650 Manhattan Blvd. 368-5277. Hamburgers.Zea. 1121 Manhattan Blvd. -361-8293. American.

LafitteBoutte’s Bayou Restaurant. 5134 Boutte. 689-3889. Seafood.Restaurant des Familles. 7163 Barataria Blvd. 689-7834. Seafood.Victoria Inn. 4707 Jean Lafitte Blvd. 689-4757. Contemporary Creole.Voleo’s. 5134 Nunez. 689-2482. Seafood.

MarreroBig Easy Deli. 1604 Barataria Blvd. 348-2527. Sandwiches.Boudreaux’s. 5131 Lapalco. 341-3636. Creole.Bud’s Broiler. 5100 Lapalco Blvd. 348-0492. Hamburgers.Cafe Hope. 1101 Barataria Blvd. 347-5581. Creole.Chateau Orleans Po-Boys. 2324 Barataria Blvd. 347-1177. Sandwiches.Dimartino’s. 6641 West Bank Expy. 341-4096. Sandwiches.Dos Gringos. 1900 Barataria Blvd. 265-0658. Mexican.Frazier’s Connection. 2841 Barataria Blvd. 340-7987. Cafe.Hina Hot. 1855 Barataria Blvd. 328-6877. Japanese.Jake’s Seafood. 2730 Mt Kennedy Drive. 340-8506. Seafood.Joe’s Cafe. 5957 Lapalco Blvd. 328-1234. Diner.Juneau’s Sandwich Shop. 4016 7th Street. 341-6879. Sandwiches.La Queens Cafe. 6900 Westbank Expy. 348-2920. Seafood.Lido. 1019 Avenue C. 347-8203. Italian.New Orleans Breakfast And Pancake House. 1673 Barataria Blvd. 267-0752. Breakfast.Olive Branch Cafe. 1995 Barataria Blvd. 393-1107. Pizza.Schnell’s. 5501 Fourth. 347-7518. Cafe.Shane’s Rib Shack. 1855 Barataria. 341-2226. Barbecue.Tokyo Sushi House. 5100 Lapalco Blvd. 347-3999. Japanese.

WestwegoAvenue Restaurant. 450 Laroussini Ave. 371-7850. Diner.Estralita’s. 1022 Westbank Expy. 340-8517. Homestyle Creole.Mac’s & Company. 27 Louisiana St. 227-0270. Breakfast.Mo’s Pizza. 1112 Avenue H. 341-9650. Pizza.Mosca’s. 4137 US 90. 436-9942. Italian.Old Harbor Light. 27 Louisiana. 267-3107. Seafood.

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Food Festivals get cranked up in May across Louisiana with a major dose of music mixed in.

At the beginning of the month and one end of our state, the 54th Annual Contraband Days (April 26-May 8) will be held in Lake Charles. Contraband days celebrate someone near and dear to Jefferson Parish, Jean Lafitte and feature Carnival Rides, great food and some great National and Regional Musical Acts including Jars of Clay and Tracy Lawrence. Visit www.contrabanddays.com for more information.

Music and Food are also the focus that the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (April 29-May 8). Thursday, May 5th features Wilco and Cyndi Lauper. Friday, May 6th Better Than Ezra, Arcade Fire, Willie Nelson and Gregg Allman are among the acts scheduled. Saturday, May 7th brings Jimmy Buffett and The Strokes and the event concludes on Sunday, May 8th with Cowboy Mouth, Kid Rock, The Neville Brothers, The Radiator’s Farewell and it wouldn’t be Jazz Fest without Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. Get more info at www.nojazzfest.com.

In Breaux Bridge, they are celebrating Crawfish with the Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival (May 6-May 8). Lots of great crawfish dishes and music from Nik-L-Beer and Breaux Bridge native Hunter Hayes. There will be a Crawfish Eating Contest (the record is 55 pounds!), Crawfish Races and over 75 Arts & Crafts Booths. Find out more at www.bbcrawfest.com.

In Central Louisiana, the following weekend brings the 37th Cochon de Lait Festival (May 12-May 15) to Mansura. There will over 4 tons of pork served that weekend and Saturday night the legendary Percy Sledge performs. Visit www.cochondelaitfestival.com for more details.

Also May 12-May 15, our neighbors in Plaquemines Parish will be holding the Plaquemines Parish Heritage & Seafood Festival. Obviously great seafood and music from The Chee-Weez, Aaron Foret, Bag of Donuts and Jefferson Parish’s own Rockin’ Dopsie. Find out more at www.plaqueminesparishfestival.com.

Festivals, and our stomachs, get a week off before The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience is May 24-May 28. The 5-day event features wine and food tastings and wine from over 175 wineries. For more information, visit www.nowfe.com.

Some of the over 4 tons of pork at the Cochon de Lait Festival in Mansura.

More crawfish than you can eatin Breaux Bridge.

If you’re not in the mood for Jambalaya, you can get more Crawfish at Mudbug Madness (May 26-May 29) in Shreveport. There will be Crawfish eating contests for Men, Women and Children and tons of great Cajun music. Go to www.mudbugmadness.com for more info.

Closer to home, the Greek Festival is in New Orleans May 27-May 29. Visit www.greekfestnola.com for more details.

The Jambalaya Festival (May 26-May 29) is held in Gonzales. In case you didn’t know, Gonzales is the Jambalaya Capital of the World and the first Jambalaya Festival was held in 1968. There will be Arts & Crafts, music from groups including The Chee-Weez and the River Road Band, cooking contests and, of course, great Jambalaya. Get more details at www.jambalayafestival.org.

Also, the last weekend in May brings Bayou Country Super Fest (May 28-May 29) to Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge. National headliners including Kenny Chesney and Sugarlan along with Louisiana natives and Country Music Superstars Tim McGraw and Trace Adkins will be performing. For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000.

That’s it for this month. Be sure to check back each and every month for Inside Jefferson Parish’s look Around Louisiana.

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