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Warm, cheesy bread covered generously with fresh crawfish is a favorite among the appetizers at Luna Bar & Grill in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Cajun Dishes and Music: Luna Bar & Grill, Lake Charles, Louisiana

Chef/Owner Dave Evans dreamed of opening a 100% Cajun restaurant from his IT desk job, and the dream became a reality in October of 2013. His ideas and recipes have been so successful in Lake Charles that a second location will open soon in Lafayette. Location: Luna Bar & Grill, 719 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, …

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Tapas at El Gato Azul in Prescott Arizona

Tapas and More at El Gato Azul, Prescott, Arizona

Billed as “Preskit’s Quirky Cozy Friendly Place to Meet” – that pretty much sums up the vibe at El Gato Azul, but it leaves out the joy of the unexpected exotic cuisine. Location: 316 W Goodwin Street, Prescott, Arizona. Website here Menu:  The Southwestern and Spanish Mediterranean influences permeate the menu from entrees to tapas. …

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smoked brisket sandwich, a jaw-dropping creation of Chef Lyle Broussard at Jack Daniel's Bar and Grill in Lake Charles, Louisiana

Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill: Lake Charles, Louisiana Gem

Chef Lyle Broussard’s award-winning skill is showcased in this fabulous restaurant inside L’Auberge Casino Resort in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The flavors and dishes he learned from watching relatives during his childhood have been fine-tuned, and diners at Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill are eager to devour them. Location: 777 Ave L’Auberge, Lake Charles, Louisiana. Website …

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Villa Capri - Chicken Cacciatore

Villa Capri: Altoona, PA

Villa Capri adds a touch of elegance to fine Italian dining. Their entries are generous and taste like you are in Italy eating in great-grandma’s kitchen enjoying her authentic recipes from her tattered and worn recipe book. Location: 101 East Second Avenue, Altoona, Pennsylvania. Website here. Menu: Villa Capri’s Italian menu features Gnocchi, Ravioli, Lasagna, …

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Review: The Beauty Shop, Memphis, Tennessee

In 2002, the previous site of Priscilla Presley’s curl and dye establishment was transformed into a trendy restaurant in the funky Cooper-Young neighborhood in Memphis. Executive Chef/owner Karen Carrier kept the hooded Belvedere hair-dryers and developed a diverse menu for the innovative dining spot. Her creative endeavor led to a quirky restaurant ambiance and food …

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Fish and Chips PREROGATIvE Kitchen, Red Lodge, MT

Unusual Offerings at PREROGATIvE Kitchen, Red Lodge, Montana

An unpretentious, but outstanding dining adventure awaits you off the beaten path in Red Lodge, Montana. Delectable snacks and small plates perfectly complement a glass of wine or beer at happy hour. Heartier fare such as a Montana steak or pork tenderloin will provide a filling lunch or dinner. Whether you’ve just driven the 64 …

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