Cajun
Creations
There’s something so comforting about Cajun
cuisine. The long-running creole influence, the
beautiful, soul-food-like presentations, the heart-
warming atmosphere in the little eateries that
line historic streets – these are all the things we
have come to know and love about Cajun cul-
ture . It’s hard not to fall for 100-something year-
old cottages that have seemingly out-of-place
“OPEN” signs hanging from their porches. Walk-
ing in and sitting down to a creative, yet authen-
tic meal is more than simply going out to eat.
This exact type of experience can be found in
the small cottage restaurant, Dick & Jenny’s.
Purchased in 2013 by the native Italian Cristiano
Raffignone and his business partner, Kelly
Barker, Dick & Jenny’s is the perfect place to
enjoy an authentic bayou-style meal with a mod-
ern twist.
Dick & Jenny’s Chef James
Riché is a proud Louisiana native that
has always stayed true to his southern roots. Chef James
is committed to serving timeless southern Louisiana cui-
sine with the infusion of natural Italian ingredients.
You can expect traditional menu items, and those that will
take you on a culinary journey from Italy to the bayous.
Try the savory cheesecake appetizer to start: a blend of
cream and pepper jack cheeses fold together with house
made tasso ham, sundried tomatoes, and a roasted garlic
aioli.
For a southern cleanse, order the watermelon salad with
spiced pecans and local pea shoots, topped with feta and
a citrus vinaigrette for tartness. Or, if you’re searching for
the traditional Italian fare in the middle of New Orleans,
order the classic caprese.
Entrees served at Dick & Jenny’s effortlessly combine the
two diverse cultures, with choices like the well-known
Louisiana seafood selection and the coveted Italian pasta
dishes. Order the blackened gulf fish with crawfish risotto
and asparagus – deemed a must-try classic by the locals.
Of course, modern dishes are available to appease your
taste buds, such as the Praline Chicken. Airline chicken
breasts are served with a triple-cream brie and pecan
risotto, and topped with a praline sauce.
Cristiano and Kelly have fused together their love for each
culture in Dick & Jenny’s, but not too far away lives their
sister restaurant in the form of a swanky lounge, where
patrons are greeted by a rich, luxurious atmosphere to
enjoy the best wines and conversation.