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ForestParkReview.com Vol. 107, No. 34
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REVIEW AUGUST 21, 2024
Rhythm and Blues Cafe brings soulful vibes, Southern flavors to Forest Park
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Denise and Eric Roy, the team behind the Surf’s Up franchise, have expanded their culinary reach with the launch of Rhythm and Blues Cafe By HECTOR CERVANTES Contributing Reporter
Rhythm and Blues Cafe, a new restaurant in Forest Park, blends soulful live music with a menu that pays homage to Southern favorites and creates a vibrant addition to the community. Denise Roy, co-founder of the Surf ’s Up franchise, has broadened her culinary vision with the launch of Rhythm and Blues Cafe in Forest Park. Denise and her husband, Eric Roy, originally co-
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