A steakhouse with a prime rib obsession, a modern Portuguese restaurant, a bakery braiding different traditions and a River Parishes smokehouse that's conquered the New Orleans food fest scene -- they're all part of a new event based on community food traditions and good times.

For the new Brisket, Babka and Beats , chef Alon Shaya has gathered a roster of culinary talent from around the city to prepare main acts of brisket, babka and their interpretations of other classic Jewish food.

The event is a collaboration between the chef’s Shaya Barnett Foundation and the Jewish Community Day School in Metairie, which will share proceeds.

It’s happening Sept. 14 at NOLA Brewing & Pizza Co. , as an all-aged family-friendly community gathering with live music, kids activities, Kosher

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