don ’ t know , Dalton ’ s hot wings are unique in that they are “ dry ” hot wings . The marinade goes on raw , and then the wings are deep fried , so the heat is in the meat instead of in a lathered-on sauce .) Kelly notes that Embers Restaurant used to do a country buffet . Although the 715 Rowland Drive location isn ’ t large enough to accommodate the buffet , Kelly ’ s going to bring in some of those dishes ( casseroles , homemade dressing , different meats such as ham ) for Sunday lunch . There are some new additions to the Dalton ’ s menu as well . Steaks are being introduced , as are whole catfish and mullet on Thursday , Friday , and Saturday nights . Since Kelly ’ s mother-in-law Sherrie Harper and Kelly ’ s wife Amy lived in Louisiana for over 15 years , expect to see some Cajun favorites appearing as well , to include shrimp and gumbo ( listed on the menu as “ Ma ’ s Favorite Gumbo ). Kelly will be introducing some specials later on that share the Louisiana recipes picked up by these ladies . As for desserts , they ’ re on the menu . However , Kelly purchases these from a bakery so that he can focus on what Dalton ’ s does best .
Dalton ’ s Facebook feed leading up to the grand opening revealed two new chicken sandwiches that are on the menu : “ the Melvin , grilled to perfection ,” and “ the Carl , a bit spicy .” The names are derived from chicken-themed paintings in the dining room that reflect Kelly and Amy ’ s disparate personalities . Kelly and team have a counter service at lunch , with dinner being full-service but in a casual setting . When asked what “ feel ” he went for in the dining room , Kelly shares that it is “ country decorated . I want customers to feel at home and welcome .” Adding to the homey feel will be the regular presence of Kelly ’ s family . Kelly ’ s wife Amy is a schoolteacher who plans to come to the restaurant after school most days ( and during the summer ). Kelly ’ s 14-year-
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