[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 129 (Monday, September 14, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2255]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING CHEF JOEL ROZELLE AND SMOKING JOE'S BAR-BE-QUE OF ST. LOUIS

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                           HON. WM. LACY CLAY

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 14, 2009

  Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I am pleased to rise before you and 
recognize a new addition to St. Louis' Locust Business District, 
Smoking Joe's Bar-Be-Que. The Locust Business District, located in the 
heart of the city, is tasked with spawning a renewed sense of community 
morale and revitalization. As it sits in the historic Tudor Building on 
Washington Avenue, Smoking Joe's Bar-Be-Que fits in perfectly with this 
aim.
  Owned and operated by Executive Chef Joel Rozelle, Smoking Joe's has 
helped bring new business and consumer interests to the Locust Business 
District. Smoking Joe's truly utilizes the culinary and performing arts 
to bring St. Louis culture and history alive. Each meal is a taste of 
St. Louis; from the succulent ribs and chicken dishes, to old-fashioned 
green beans and potato salad, the diners' already superb experience is 
enhanced by the soulful sounds of live jazz entertainers who hold 
steadfast to St. Louis' rich musical customs. This unique atmosphere 
has earned Smoking Joe's the UrbanSpoons' ``Talk of the Town'' 
distinction. Using self-developed dry rubs and staying true to St. 
Louis-style cooking, Chef Rozelle and his talented staff are to be 
applauded for their contribution to the neighborhood renewal and their 
respect of St. Louis culinary traditions.

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