Korean corn dogs, seafood gumbo, hamburger steak: Best things we ate this week | Entertainment/Life

Seafood Gumbo at Roux 61

This gumbo is as darkish as Nick Saban’s coronary heart, however it tastes like Ed Orgeron’s accent.

It may not be for everyone. Each time I order it, the server offers the disclaimer “have you ever had our gumbo earlier than?” However each time they do, I say “sure, and I need it once more.”

You will not discover many flavors extra intense than this conjuration of pitch-dark roux, potent spices and juicy seafood. Pair it with an Abita Amber and your style buds are in South Louisiana heaven.

If darkish gumbo’s not your factor, different fare like crawfish etouffee and fried catfish are additionally glorious. However to me, this gumbo stands out, even in a city the place it is competing with 100 different eating places — and 100 thousand peoples’ mamas.

Roux 61, 8322 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge. Roux 61 is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; and is closed on Sunday. (Matthew Albright, assistant metro editor)

Korean corn canine at Tastea meals truck

If you happen to’ve by no means heard of Korean corn canine earlier than, then you definately’re in for a deal with. These candy and inventive twists on a basic corn canine transport your style buds to state truthful or ball sport. The sugary coating provides a sweetness and crunch that I can solely liken to a churro, however it’s not overpowering. Tastea provides 4 corn canine choices and 4 filling choices, so there are decisions for everybody, even vegetarians.

Whereas I might have been glad with the serving dimension of 1 corn canine, I ordered two for selection. I selected the Tastea canine, which is a basic Korean corn canine “with a Tastea twist.” I selected the 100% beef sausage filling for this basic possibility. I branched out for my second alternative with a ramen canine, which is topped with crunch ramen and “mama’s particular seasoning.” This one has a complete mozzarella filling.

The 2 different corn canine choices and the tater tot aspect function sizzling Cheeto powder for lovers of spice. The meals truck additionally serves a number of combos of bubble tea to spherical out your meal or snack. Simply be ready to attend in line as a result of this new meals truck attracts a bustling crowd, even proper earlier than closing.

Tastea meals truck, 5531 Jones Creek Street, Baton Rouge. 

The Tastea meals truck is closed on Monday. It is open from midday to three p.m. and 5 to eight p.m. Tuesday by Saturday and midday to 2 p.m. and 4 to six p.m. on Sunday. (Emma Discher, assistant editor, digital)

Hamburger steak plate dinner at Soulshine Kitchen & Bar

Soulshine Kitchen & Bar hadn’t even hosted their grand opening but once I walked in for dinner this week, however they have been prepared with a sturdy menu of choices. This model new West Chimes Avenue restaurant makes a speciality of house fashion cooking with 11 entrée choices and 10 aspect choices. Plus, after all, there are dessert choices of “mother’s Mississippi mud pie” and “pee wee’s strawberry quick cake.” They even cater to a late evening crowd with specialty cocktails and late meals choices like sizzling boxed wings and wasted nachos.

For $15 I ordered a hamburger steak with sides of mac and cheese and corn bread dressing. The hamburger steak was served on mashed potatoes and topped with gravy, mushrooms and roasted carrots. The peerlessly cooked and engaging carrots have been completely the cherry on prime. The cornbread dressing, which got here extremely beneficial by the server, was the star of the meal.

I am undecided how a lot the menu or recipes may change as soon as this new eatery formally launches and grows, but when this meal was only a “mushy opening” then I will undoubtedly be again.

Soulshine Kitchen & Bar, 144 West Chimes Avenue.

Soulshine Kitchen is open 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday by Thursday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. (Emma Discher, assistant editor, digital)