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Organized by the Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) Greater New Orleans Chapter, the wildly popular annual culinary promotion - We Live to Eat (WLTE) Restaurant Week - returns for its fourth year. The weeklong celebration showcasing New Orleans' ever-growing culinary scene is set to run from September 8-14, 2014, offering locals and visitors alike the opportunity to enjoy exclusive discounted two-course lunch ($20 or less) and three-course dinner menus ($39 or less) from more than 50 of the city's most acclaimed dining spots.
"In our fourth year, We Live to Eat has evolved into a beloved culinary program celebrating the best in New Orleans' food scene," said Stan Harris, LRA President and CEO. "The LRA is proud to lead an initiative that encourages consumers to dine-out by highlighting our city's great restaurants at an even more approachable price-point."
New to WLTE will be a special Kick Off Celebration taking place at New Orleans' charming event space, The Chicory, on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at 6 p.m. For the first time, this event is open-to-the-public and attendees will be able to sample culinary delights from a handful of participating chefs as they offer a "sneak peek" of their Restaurant Week menus, while imbibing in libations from Stella Artois and NOLA Brewing, as well as specialty wines. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the Louisiana Restaurant Association Education Foundation, a non-profit organization that exists to enhance the restaurant community through expanded educational and career opportunities. Tickets are priced at $25 and can be purchased online at: http://bit.ly/WeLivetoEat
Also new this year, WLTE has partnered with Eat Fit NOLA - a unique program that highlights the better-for-you items right on the menu, making it effortless for anyone to eat nutritiously, anywhere in the city. Throughout Restaurant Week, conscientious diners can indulge in WLTE offerings without the guilt.
Browsing restaurants and making reservations for WLTE Restaurant Week is a piece of cake at www.welivetoeatnola, which features a complete list of participating venues, menus and reservation links.
WLTE is proud to partner with Camellia Brand, Open Table, NOLA Brewing, Stella Artois, Auto-Chlor Services, Patrick Gros CPA, Crystal Clear Imaging, Zambeni and Eat Fit NOLA. Participating restaurants include:
- Antoine's Restaurant
- American Sector
- Arnaud's Restaurant
- Besh Steak
- The Blue Crab
- Booty's Street Food
- Borgne
- Café Adelaide
- Café B
- Café Giovanni
- Commander's Palace
- Coyote Blues
- Domenica
- Dominique's on Magazine
- Drago's
- Drago's Hilton
- Emeril's
- Emeril's Delmonico
- Fountain Lounge
- GG's Dine-O-Rama
- Galatoire's Restaurant
- Galatoire's "33" Bar and Steak
- La Casita
- La Provence
- Le Foret
- Luke
- Manning's
- Mat & Naddie's
- Mizado Cocina
- Mr. B's Bistro
- NOLA Restaurant
- Olivier's Creole Restaurant
- Ralph's on the Park
- Red Fish Grill
- Restaurant August
- Rue 127
- Ruth's Chris Steak House (Metairie & New Orleans)
- SoBou
- Superior Seafood Restaurant
- The Crazy Lobster
- The Pelican Club
- Tivoli & Lee
- Zea Rotisserie & Grill (Covington, Harahan, Harvey, Kenner, New Orleans, Slidell)
For more information and to view the full list of participating restaurants, please visit www.welivetoeatnola.com or download the WLTE smartphone app, available for Android and iPhone.
About Camellia Brand
L.H. Hayward & Co, a 4th generation family owned food company located in Greater New Orleans and its Camellia Brand products are sold in stores across the country as well as select international locations. The Camellia Brand logo means what it's always meant: the most delicious, creamy, flavorful, fastest cooking meals you will ever find on a grocery store shelf. Camellia Brand beans is non-GMO (not genetically modified in any way). Founded in 1923 by Lucius Hamilton Hayward, L.H. Hayward and Company is the internationally recognized packager of 17 types of Camellia Brand dry beans, peas and lentils, including New Orleans' famed red beans. Camellia Brand's roots were formed in New Orleans' French Quarter Market and expanded to supermarket shelves in the 1940s. For more information, visit www.camelliabrand.com
About Open Table
OpenTable is the world's leading provider of online restaurant reservations, seating more than 15 million diners per month via online bookings across more than 31,000 restaurants. The OpenTable network connects restaurants and diners, helping diners discover and book the perfect table and helping restaurants deliver personalized hospitality to keep guests coming back. The OpenTable service enables diners to see which restaurants have available tables, select a restaurant based on verified diner reviews, menus and other helpful information, and easily book a reservation. For restaurants, the OpenTable hospitality solutions enable them to manage their reservation book, streamline their operations and enhance their service levels.
About Patrick Gros CPA
Patrick J. Gros graduated from the University of New Orleans in 1994. He completed and passed all parts of the CPA exam in 1995 and became a Certified Public Accountant. He accepted a position in the audit department of Arthur Andersen upon graduation. He worked for Andersen through 2001, performing both financial audits and technology consulting services for clients. In December 2001, he formed his current company and has been President of Patrick J. Gros, CPA, A Professional Accounting Corporation, located in Covington, LA, for over 10 years. His firm consists of 13 employees providing various services concentrating in the areas of outsourced accounting services, bankruptcy reporting, tax consulting and preparation, and compilation/review services. The Firm specializes in the industries of restaurant, hospitality, construction, professional services and healthcare.
About Auto-Chlor System
Auto-Chlor was founded in 1938 by James D. Robinson and for over 65 years has been providing cleaning and sanitizing solutions for the foodservice, healthcare and hospitality industry. It is this strong commitment to efficient, effective and economical warewashing, cleaning and sanitation solutions that made Auto-Chlor System the pioneer of Low Energy Warewashing & Sanitation. These are just a few of the reasons that over 70,000 customers nationwide rely on Auto-Chlor System equipment, products, services and expertise to assist their operations with meeting health & environmental regulations. www.auto-chlor.com
About Crystal Clear Imaging
In 1999, Crystal Clear Imaging opened for business. We started as a mom and pop shop that specialized in copying and legal documentation and later evolved into a large scale print shop with the acquisition of a Light Jet printer in 2000. Whether you are looking for a banner to announce an event, a vehicle wrap to promote your business on the road, or any innovative idea, CCI has the solution and the know how to create a vibrant branded experience. If you aren't quite sure of how you would like to express your brand we have a creative team to conceptualize and design a unique message. CCI is your total signage solution specialists. www.ccimaging.net
About NOLA Brewing
NOLA Brewing, New Orleans Lager & AleTM, represents the creation of refreshing high-quality beer in the heart of New Orleans. Located in the Irish Channel, NOLA provides locally produced products sensitive to the taste, look, and feel of great beer. Founded in 2008 by Kirk Coco & Peter Caddoo, NOLA Brewing provides quality ales throughout Louisiana, the Florida panhandle and Southern Alabama. www.nolabrewing.com
About Stella Artois
Stella Artois® is part of a Belgian brewing tradition dating back to 1366. It is the number one Belgian beer in the world and is present in more than 80 countries. Stella Artois® is a bottom filtered, blonde pilsner. It is thirst quenching with a malty middle and crisp finish delivering a full flavor and a hint of bitterness. Stella Artois® is best enjoyed served between 3 and 5 degree Celsius and should be served in the unique Stella Artois® Chalice according to the 9-Step Pouring Ritual to guarantee a perfect experience of this gold standard lager. Visit www.stellaartois.com for more information.
About Eat Fit NOLA
Eat Fit NOLA is an Ochsner initiative designed to make it easy for our community to make healthy choices- whether at home, work or even at a favorite local restaurant. No more guesswork and no more barriers to making the smartest choices for your body and mind. Our mission is simple: to make it easy for our community to make healthy choices, no matter where they are. www.eatfitnola.com
About Zambeni Mobile Apps
Mobile technology has recreated the way the world shops, entertains, works and learns. Mobile apps are the nerve center of this mobile evolution. At Zambeni, we offer businesses the apps they need to stay ahead of the mainstream. We build apps that connect businesses to their audience and steadfastly hold their attention. Zambeni creates fully customizable applications that effectively adapt businesses to the mobile landscape. Visit our website for more information at www.Zambeni.com.
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