Another Chopped Party, a Look Inside SoBou

EVENT PLANNING?Remember how this week's episode of Chopped featured a bunch of New Orleans chefs? They weren't the only ones. Manning's is hosting a viewing party for this coming Tuesday's episode, which features Fireman Mike Gowland. [NOLA.com]

FIRST LOOK?Fleurdelicious blogger Emily Smith went to a party at SoBou last night, and got the very first photos of the space. The restaurant from the Commander's team opens next weekend. [Fleurdelicious]

HONORIFICS?MSN's Delish made a listicle of the nine best barbecue festivals in the country, and Hogs for the Cause made the cut. Well done, Hogs. [Delish]