Chefs and Restaurants

Chefs on the Move: Southern News

In New Orleans, Melissa Araujo (Alma) opens Honduran-inspired Alma Cafe in Mid-City February 1. The team behind Plates Restaurant & Bar introduced Maria’s Oyster & Wine Bar in the Warehouse District, with Farrell Harrison and Christian Hurst as co-executive chefs. 

In Baton Rouge, New Orleans-based Vals is taking over the Rock Paper Taco space.

In Oklahoma City, Takaramono is a new izakaya in the...