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UPTOWN— Richard Webster reports that the controversial Maple Street overlay—which would "restrict the ability of Maple Street restaurants to present live music and obtain alcohol permits" because a lax, new citywide zoning ordinance is now in place— is a no go. Councilwoman Susan Guidry finally withdrew the proposal yesterday. [NOLA.com]
QUARTER— Helen Freund reports that top New Orleans chefs—including Susan Spicer, Tenney Flynn and more— will cook up a six-course wine pairing dinner at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas on September 24 to benefit Audubon Nature Institute's Gulf United for Lasting Fisheries program. $150/person, plus added bonus of dining with sharks. [Gambit]
QUARTER—Just a reminder that Cuban cafe El Libre is open in the French Quarter, from Todd Price, and please note: The "bar only stocks rum...for now." [NOLA.com]
