Round-up: VooDoo BBQ opening near Bass Pro … National culinary group honors Paul Prudhomme

Sweet victory: The American Culinary Federation last week presented its Leadership Award to Paul Prudhomme, chef and owner K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen in New Orleans, who also created Magic Seasoning Blends found on retail grocery shelves. At its convention in Orlando, the ACF drew thousands of chefs and industry professionals to experience cutting-edge demonstrations and workshops. Denham voodoo: VooDoo BBQ & Grill will open later this year in Denham Springs across from Bass Pro in Denham Springs, making it the eighth location for the New Orleans chain. VooDoo last year won Best Barbecue in the Best of 225 Awards. Readers praised it for the ribs, pork, brisket and chicken.