Luna Rotisserie/Empanadas in Durham NC
Cindy and I were in downtown Durham and decided to check out Luna Rotisserie/Empanadas for dinner They describe themselves as combination of South America and the American South in their cuisine. "The concept for Luna came as a result of my love for Durham, South America, and delicious food." Chef and owner Shawn Stokes Read about Shawn and his wife here My favorite item of the evening was the Crispy Yuca Frits. What in the world is that? Well I did not know either. Here is a definition I found on line Definition: Yuca Frita is a a side dish made from the fried root of the cassava plant (as opposed to the yucca plant). Usually, the root is cut into two- or three-inch chunks and deep-fried in vegetable oil. Trip Savvy I would order them again in a heartbeat. Initially I thought there is no way I will like them as much as french frie...