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Food Fight NOLA, a culinary competition that debuted three years ago, has announced its winners after a spirited contest held with numerous participating restaurants in Metairie. On Thursday night, 43 establishments representing a variety of cuisines, including American, Cajun, Jamaican, and Indian, showcased their culinary skills at Lafreniere Park.

The competition featured five categories, assessed separately by both food enthusiasts and critics. The categories included top traditional dish, top creative dish, top vegetarian dish, top classic cocktail, and top creative cocktail. The event serves as a fundraiser for the PLEASE Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mentorship and scholarships for at-risk youth.

Winners from the Critics Vote

Top traditional dish:
- Willie Mae’s NOLA
- OOPA Korean Fried Chicken
- Casita Jasmyn
- Como Arepas
Top creative dish:
- Ralph’s on the Park
- Atti NOLA
- Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco
- Jacquel’s Catering
Top vegetarian dish:
- Namaste NOLA
- Bayona
- Soule Cafe
- Aroma
Top classic cocktail:
- Soule Cafe with St. Roch Vodka
- Los Jefes with Corralejo Silver
- Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco with Pisco 100
- Willie Mae’s NOLA with Hardhide Peach Whisky

Winners from the Fans Vote

Top traditional dish:
- 14 Parishes
- Brightside Oysters Co.
- Como Arepas
- Bayou Joe Stuffed & Grilled
Top creative dish:
- Desi Vegas
- Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco
- Jamaican Jerk House
- Atti NOLA
Top vegetarian dish:
- Nori Guys
- Bayona
- Soule Cafe
- Namaste NOLA
Top classic cocktail:
- Los Jefes with Corralejo Silver
- Soule Cafe with St. Roch Vodka
- Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco with Pisco 100
- Namaste NOLA with Old Monk Rum
Top creative cocktail:
- Maze Cocktail Lounge with Dulce Vida
- Desi Vegas with Gray Whale Gin
- The Will and The Way with Mijenta Tequila
- Bayona with Whistle Pig Rye