La Villetta, a steak and pasta house, held its grand opening ribbon cutting Aug. 18. Pictured cutting the ribbon is Mike Marshall, the city of Sikeston's mayor. Also pictured are management and staff of the restaurant and members of the Sikeston Area Chamber of Commerce, who sampled the menu following the ribbon cutting. Owners are Jimmy Ballazhi, Jack Ballazhi, Qamil Ballazhi, who is also chef, and Kenny Emrullai. The restaurant is located at 1617 E. Malone and opened from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. A Sunday brunch and buffet is offered, and menu items are available daily. Phone number is 471-0030.