Louisiana Restaurant Association

We Live To Eat

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Louisiana's trusted industry advisor for restaurants, Louisiana Restaurant Association, presents We Live To Eat. It's a behind-the-scenes peek at the members of the association and how the LRA helps them navigate the complicated world of restaurant ownership. Host Wendy Waren intrigues us with interesting stories and engaging conversations with special guests from Louisiana's culinary scene. Join us each month for an update & check out all our social media - Instagram, Facebook and Linkedin. Follow We Live to Eat on Spotify and Amazon Music.

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Capitol Connection Podcast 2025 - Episode 1 13.05.2025 8:16

New episodes are available each month on most podcast platforms. We Live To Eat podcast is produced by the Louisiana Restaurant Association Comms Dept. https://www.instagram.com/louisiana_restaurant_assoc/ https://x.com/LaRestAssoc https://www.facebook.com/LaRestaurantAssoc https://www.linkedin.com/company/louisiana-restaurant-association

Episode 6: Red Beans, Growing Restaurants & Navigating Challenges with Greg Reggio 26.03.2025 37:21

In this episode, Greg Reggio , co-founder of Zea Rotisserie & Bar , shares his journey from working with Warren LaRuth and Al Copeland Enterprises to launching Semolina, Mizado, and Zea . He reflects on the creativity behind signature dishes and the lessons learned in growing successful restaurant concepts. Greg also discusses how the Louisiana Restaurant Association has been an essential reso...

Episode 5: From Quarter Kid to Industry Leader 30.01.2025 25:18

This is the official podcast of The Louisiana Restaurant Association : We Live To Eat . Host Wendy Waren is joined by Mark Latter, Owner of Latter Hospitality (Tujague's Birdy's, The Bower) to discuss his distinguished career within the New Orleans restaurant scene. Plus, listeners will hear how the Grasshopper cocktail originated in New Orleans, who Mark considers the godparents of the...

Episode 4: Gumbo, Legacy and Community: Stella Reese on the Chase Family's Culinary Impact 09.12.2024 31:00

This is the official podcast of The Louisiana Restaurant Association : We Live To Eat . Host Wendy Waren is joined by a member of one of New Orleans' most beloved culinary families, Stella Reese, to discuss a staple in most Louisiana households - gumbo. Reese shares how gumbo has played a big part in her family history. Reese also tells us how her mother, Leah Chase's recipe, Gumbo Z&apo...

Episode 3: A Po'Boy of Prosperity: Legacy, Community, and Flavor with Justin Kennedy 08.11.2024 36:22

In this episode of the We Live to Eat podcast, host Wendy Waren chats with Justin Kennedy of Parkway Bakery & Tavern about its storied history and iconic po’ boys. Justin also shares the heartwarming inspiration behind Parkway’s special Thanksgiving po’ boy, available every Wednesday in November, with proceeds benefiting the Al Copeland Foundation. This episode is sure to leave you hungry and...

Episode 2: Seafood Standards: Navigating Louisiana's Labeling Laws 10.10.2024 15:03

This is the official podcast of The Louisiana Restaurant Association : We Live To Eat . Host Wendy Waren is joined by the Managing Director of Government & Public Affairs of the LRA, Mr. Will DuBos In this eisode, listeners will learn the importance of Senate Bill 166, the new packaging and marketing statute, and how restaurants can stay compliant with FTC guidelines to ensure customer trust...

Episode 1: Let's Talk Oysters! 26.04.2024 1:21:56

This is the official podcast of The Louisiana Restaurant Association : We Live To Eat . Tommy Cvitanovich (Dragos), Tony Rodrigue (Acme) and James Karst (Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana) dropped by LRA headquarters to talk about the mollusk that holds a special place in the heart of so many Louisianians - the oyster. From how the oysters grow to how they're cooked and served to you in...