Monday Morning with IRA and the Big Easy

*The newly named Indiana Restaurant Association holds their annual meeting and a 75th anniversary reception on August 12 in Michigan City. [Voice of Indiana Hospitality]

*The Times-Picayune starts reviewing restaurants again in New Orleans, a sign the southern city's food scene is back. [Between Meals]

*Spend a lot of time putting together a great grill-out? Why should the store-bought, white bread bun be the weakest link? The humble hamburger bun -- baked by you. [What Geeks Eat]

*Is Chicago over the Brazilian Steakhouse concept? Texas de Brazil, the Dallas-based Fogo de Chao clone gets one star from the Trib's Vettel. Two for ZED, a similar concept with more seafood options. [The Stew]