Kelly Barber, Author at Trulucks

Our People, Our Stories

Purveyors of Amazing: Javier Fuentes

Chef Javier brings bold flavors to Truluck’s. For Truluck’s Executive Chef Javier Fuentes, his culinary skills started with pancakes. “At the early age of four, I was cooking pancakes on the weekends for family,” he says. And he’s been cooking for people ever since. Chef Javier grew up in a family with many special recipes—his…

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Purveyor of Amazing: Meet Rey Resendez, the Stone Crab Claw-Cracking & Oyster-Shucking Maestro of Truluck’s

Claw by claw and shell by shell, Rey brings his passion for hospitality to Truluck’s. At Truluck’s, excellence isn’t just an expectation—it’s a way of life. And behind every pristine plate of stone crab or perfectly shucked oysters is a culinary pro who lives and breathes hospitality. Rey Resendez, pantry chef, is one of our…

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Surprise! Off-the-Menu Cocktails to Try This Summer

Hidden gems, cult classics, and summer sips that surprise and delight—if you know, you know. Some things aren’t meant to be shouted from the rooftops—they’re meant to be discovered. Whispered about. Shared among friends. At Truluck’s, a select set of cocktails exists off the printed menu, known only to those who ask—or those who already…

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Purveyors of Amazing: Andrea “Dre” Reed

The faithful steward who keeps Truluck’s running behind the scenes At Truluck’s, every flawlessly executed dish is the final product of hours of preparation and years of dedication. Out of the spotlight of the dining room, there’s a team of unsung heroes who keep our kitchens firing on all cylinders. Heroes like Dre Reed, a…

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Honoring Our Heroes: Truluck’s Ongoing Support for Veterans

A Continuing Commitment to Supporting Veterans at Camp Hope and Beyond June 2025 At Truluck’s, our commitment to giving back to those who serve runs deep and extends far beyond a single month. Through meaningful partnerships and hands-on involvement, we proudly support military communities year-round. One such example is our ongoing relationship with the PTSD…

Ocean's Finest, Our Stories

Crafting a Better, More Sustainable Experience

Eating, Drinking & Living Our Values April 2025 At Truluck’s, our commitment to sustainability inspires everything we do. From the big decisions like partnering with responsible purveyors, to the smaller touches like squeezing our own juice, it all adds up to a superior experience that honors the plate, the palate, and the planet. Indulge with…

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Celebrating Women’s History Month with the Women of Truluck’s

Truluck’s women leaders share what it means to work at Truluck’s. At Truluck’s, every day is a reason to celebrate—especially in March, when we honor Women’s History Month. In the hospitality industry, women make up 51.2% of the workforce, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. We appreciate the women of Truluck’s, whose dedication…

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Purveyors of Amazing: Joe Mora

Chef Joe brings a passion for hospitality to every delectable dish. Truluck’s Executive Chef Joe Mora didn’t intend for a career in the hospitality industry. But fate had other plans. “I honestly was looking for a job to help pay for college. But once I started in the food industry, I was hooked,” he says….

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Purveyors of Amazing: Chef Dominique Jackson

Chef Dom brings soul and an unforgettable dining experience to Truluck’s. In Ruston, Louisiana, Truluck’s Executive Chef Dominique Jackson grew up in a bustling household of nine people, where the kitchen was the heart of their home. “I fell in love with cooking while helping my mom prepare meals every day. Watching how food brought…