 | BY ANNETTE SISCO | Staff writer |
Welcome back, New Orleans foodies! We had big news this week, as the Palace Café abruptly shut down after 34 years on Canal Street. Will it return? Ian McNulty finds a former Madisonville dive bar transformed into the upscale Peruvian waterfront spot, Social. We've reached the semifinals of our sno-ball brackets. And Chef Kevin Belton shares his recipes for irresistible Parmesan-crusted catfish and a Creole slaw. 1. A sudden end.Palace Café served its last meal on Sunday. Ian McNulty considers what that means for Canal Street, where it was a landmark since 1991, and what might be next for the restaurant. 2. A new beginning.A Madisonville dive bar has undergone major changes to become a stunning waterfront Peruvian restaurant. Ian McNulty has the story from Social. 3. Time to chill. We're at Round 3, or the semifinals, of our sno-ball brackets. Don't forget to vote here for your favorite. 4. Summer flavors.Why be boring? Chef Kevin Belton's Parmesan-crusted catfish and Creole coleslaw bring New Orleans flavor to every bite. Get his recipes here. That's it for the newsletter, but in New Orleans, the food news never stops. Get the inside info every day at Where NOLA Eats. P.S.: Want to support local journalism that matters? Subscribe here. It's our best deal! | 
