February 1
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February 28
Celebrate Black History Month at Versailles Restaurant with our specialty menu item! Enjoy our Bayou Shrimp & Grits paired with The Celebration Cocktail, a tribute to rich Southern flavors and cultural heritage, available all February.
African American cuisine boasts a rich culinary heritage, deeply rooted in the traditions of West and Central Africa, as well as influences from Native Americans and European settlers. One iconic dish that exemplifies this heritage is shrimp and grits—a staple of Southern cuisine that traces its origins back to South Carolina. The tradition of grinding corn to create the signature gritty texture of grits began with the Muscogee Nation. This technique was later passed down to the Gullah Geechee community, descendants of enslaved Africans from West and Central Africa, who played a crucial role in shaping the dish. The earliest recorded instances of shrimp and grits can be traced back to the Gullah Geechee people. By the early 20th century, recipes from Charleston, South Carolina—often referred to as “breakfast shrimp” or “shrimp and hominy”—began to gain popularity, eventually spreading throughout the South.
Chef Radley is dedicated to preserving this rich culinary tradition, offering a classic yet innovative take on this beloved Southern dish as a tribute to the Gullah Geechee community.
Speciality Menu Items:
Bayou Shrimp and Grits
- Blackened Scallops, Shrimp and Grits Cakes, Crawfish Spinach Cream Sauce, Uncle Nearest Whiskey Bacon Jam
The ‘Celebration’ Cocktail
- Plantation Rum, Ginger Liqueur, Cinnamon Syrup, Fresh Orange Juice, Orange Peel Garnish