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RECAP: Velvet's Big Easy Ribbon Cutting

4/11/2024

 
Don’t be confused when you’re driving down Pacific Ave in Parkland and you come across a vibrant purple and red restaurant. No, you’re not in New Orleans - you have just discovered Velvet’s Big Easy!

The Chamber was proudly a part of Velvet’s Big Easy’s business milestone celebration on April 2, 2024. Joined by Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland, Pierce County Executive Dammeier, friends, and family, the owner and chef, Brenda Miller, cut the ribbon to commemorate the opening of her beloved restaurant.

From rooftop to cement, this homemade Cajun/Creole comfort cuisine eatery will transform you on to the streets of the namesake ‘Big Easy’ Louisianna city. Brenda has worked hard for this dream of hers to come true. She started with a food truck selling her delicious creations and has grown so popular, that she now has her very own restaurant.

Before taking on the role of full-time Chef, Brenda was a Quality Assurance Manager at Boeing, which is sure to explain why this homestyle Chef’s dishes are always done to perfection. Brenda is also a Pierce County Business Accelerator (PCBA) program graduate and has been invited to speak about her successes on multiple panels, including the Chamber's 2024 Horizons Economic Forecast.

Brenda takes pride in every aspect of her new endeavor, from original art pieces from the New Orleans natives that decorate the walls, to the memorable homage of her inspiration and late husband, Ray Miller, who shared the love of jazz music, the Crescent City, and the food from that region.

The restaurant is in its final stages of opening-preparation and will be officially ready for hungry customers soon! ​Be sure to follow Velvet’s Big Easy’s journey on their Facebook page in the meantime.

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