Baton Rouge native named Galatoire’s Bistro executive chef … Reginelli’s picked as one of the “Best Pizzas In America” by The Daily Meal

Fire it up: Galatoire’s announced the promotion of Baton Rouge native Kelley McCann to executive chef of the new Galatoire’s Bistro, under development at Perkins Road and Acadian Thruway. The restaurant, which recently broke ground in Acadian Village, is slated to open its doors in December. McCann was part of the original Galatoire’s staff in Baton Rouge, beginning his career as a back waiter and working his way to sous chef, a position he has held for three years. He currently serves as sous chef at Galatoire’s Restaurant in New Orleans.

Reginelli’s rules: New Orleans-based pizzeria Reginelli’s has been picked by popular foodie website The Daily Meal as one of the top 35 “Best Pizzas in America.” Taking into account votes cast by a panel of 20 American chefs, restaurant critics and pizza authorities, Reginelli’s was the only Louisiana restaurant to make the list. Baton Rouge has two locations, one on Chimes Street near LSU, and the other on Jefferson Hwy near Goodwood Boulevard. Read the full article here.