Cutter's Gets Noticed, What's a Lube Nation?, More

ST. CLAUDE AVE? em>NoDef reports that down-home cooking pro Tres Barnard has moved We've Got Soul to Kajun's (2256 St. Claude), popping up every Thursday night from 6 p.m. to midnight, and sharing a space with Borracho. [NoDef]

MARIGNY? Cutter's, the tiny, hidden gem/kind-of-gay bar next to Big Daddy's at 706 Franklin is finally getting some attention after renovations: "The simple addition of a glowing sign above the door has raised awareness that the bar exists," writes Laura Mcknight this week, along with some nice interior renovations as well. [NOLA.com]

NOLA? Pennsylvania-based chain Quaker Steak & Lube is heading down Louisiana way, with seven new franchises planned for spots along the I-10 including the New Orleans area. The Lube's prez John Longstreet has released a statement saying, "Lube Nation is about to get a whole lot bigger!" [NOLA.com]

We've Got Soul at Kajun's [Photo courtesy of Tres Barnard]