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Article Evaluation
I am writing an evaluation over the wiki article called Gert Town, New Orleans. The article somewhat stays relevant to the topic, it is just very vague and could use a lot more detail. The last time this article has been updated was on October 31, 2018. The most recent bit of information in the article was covered from 2011; I am sure that there are more recent things that can be included. There is no bias in the article and it is neutral, but many viewpoints lack substance. There is barely much of anything there. Only one citation is used for the entire article and it came from a book published in 2002. On the talk page, there is only one comment. The person didn't sign their name, but stated that the article was poorly written and didn't really have any reliable sources. Overall, the article is poorly rated Mariah Nicole McDaniel 03:20, 24 January 2019 (UTC)

Gert Town Contribution: Dubar's Creole Cuisine
Dunbar’s Creole Cuisine is a native Louisiana, family run restaurant re-established by Celestine Dunbar in 2017. Before its location at 7834 Earhart Boulevard, the restaurant was originally called Dunbar's Creole Cooking and found on Freret Street; however, the roots of the establishment started at a local deli off of Oak Street before the big move in 1986.

During the 1970s, Mrs. Dunbar took over the duties and responsibilities of the deli across the street from her home when the owner fell ill. Each day she would cook the meals needed at home and bring them over to the deli. As time passed the business gained more traction and consistent customers who loved knew of and Dunbar's home-cooked meals. Consequently, she finally decided to open up a bigger restaurant of her own. This establishment would open in 1986 on Freret Street and be called Dunbar’s Creole Cooking. It didn’t take long for the restaurant to receive praise and recognition not only from native New Orleans residents, but also from supporters world wide. Dunbar’s Creole Cooking was featured in various magazines such as Southern Living and the Gourmet.

Just as many other places, the restaurant was greatly affected by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Dunbar lost her entire business and didn't have the insurance needed to cover the expenses to rebuild and replace all that was wiped out. Fortunately, Dunbar remained hopeful and chose to take her business mobile and go to Loyola Law School's food court in 2006. At this location, she grew her clientele with university students and faculty. She even participated in numerous festivals and other events until she finally found a new location to rebuild her restaurant.

The final and current location Dunbar found was on Earhart Boulevard, on the edge of Gert Town. After an extensive process, the new and improved Dunbar's Creole Cuisine had its grand opening on April 7, 2017. Countless loyal supporters were ecstatic about the return of the beloved restaurant and now it has become a hot spot for many. The Dunbar's Creole Cuisine still stands in Gert Town and continues to draw people in from far and wide with its unique fusion of modern Creole cuisine and home-made country Louisiana meals.