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Susan Spicer, executive chef and co-owner of Bayona Restaurant in New Orleans, received the 2009 Lafcadio Hearn award at the 12^th annual Lafcadio Hearn Award Dinner and Distinguished Visiting Chef Series – conducted Monday, March 9, at Cypress Columns in Gray, La. Sponsored by the John Folse Culinary Institute at ¹û¶³APP, the Lafcadio Hearn award is given to culinary professionals who have had a long-term, positive influence on the cuisine and culture of Louisiana and the nation. Hearn, who died in 1904, wrote a series of books and articles that introduced New Orleans to the world and helped document Creole cuisine for future generations. Pictured from left are Dr. Stephen T. Hulbert, ¹û¶³APP president, and Spicer. Stephen Stryjewski, chef and co-owner of Cochon Restaurant in New Orleans, was the distinguished visiting chef at this year’s event.