THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 | 6:30 PM
with Chef Maudie Schmitt of Cafe Rue Orleans
Step into the HKS Kitchen with Chef Maudie Schmitt as she shows you how to whip up brunch time favorites that celebrate the bold flavors of the bayou. Ease into the evening with a sweet New Orleans favorite – mini beignets with a light and airy dusting of powdered sugar – and start sipping on a spicy, spirited Cajun bloody mary garnished to your liking. Then roll up your sleeves to craft a delicious combo of Cajun favorites like Chef Maudie’s crispy, seasoned jazzy potatoes and the star of this brunchtime show – egg Pontchartrain. By the end of the night you’ll be a pro at making this decadent dish after battering and frying Chef’s pre-made crab stuffing, making rich Pontchartrain sauce from scratch, and poaching eggs to perfection. Let the good times roll and get your tickets to this unforgettable brunch experience today. Recipes will be provided. Tickets are priced per person.
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MEET THE CHEF:
Born and raised in New Orleans, Chef Maudie Schmitt has an extensive restaurant heritage and learned to cook from the many great chefs in her own lively family. She taught special education for 23 years until deciding to open a restaurant. Cafe Rue Orleans opened in 2001 and has been blessed with much success in the NWA area. Chef Maudie recently competed on Food Network's Supermarket Stakeout where she was a runner up!
