Happy Hours typically bring me joy because I love an expensive small bite, drink deal and good company.

But at this Central Business District spot downtown, one of their tableside appetizers is so good that it achieves my peak level of happy hour happiness.

Ever since I first tried Copper Vine's tuna tartare dish in June for the New Orleans Wine and Food Experience , it has had me in a chokehold.

I had it at the NOWFE's Tournament of Rosés, the restaurant's NOWFE dinner, on a Thursday morning for an early lunch, and most memorably when I told my friends, "Let's go to happy hour," but for me it was really just to get this dish.

It's unlike me to be at happy hour and not try to save money, so why am I splurging on this $18 dish? The flavor, the texture and presentation of the dish make

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