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Meet The Chef: The Woman Behind Louie

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Geanina Rugina heads up this beloved brasserie-style venue which offers a different experience on each of its four floors.

Located in a historic 19th-century townhouse, Louie is known for serving New Orleans-inspired cuisine, with a heady blend of Spanish and Caribbean influences. At its helm is Geanina Rugina, an experienced executive chef whose résumé includes the likes of Gordon Ramsay Group and D&D London.

With a seasonally-changing menu and delicious, fresh flavours...

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