If it’s good, it’s gotta be gooey butter, an essential slice of this city’s food scene. Why a food historian says the recipe is so enduring — despite its variations — and why love is truly a special ingredient for some of our area’s favorite spots for the treats, plus where Abby will be getting her gooey butter fix soon.

Then, we have your guide to Mardi Gras, Fish Fry season and the restaurants scoring top culinary awards in your food news and weekend planner!

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