Easter has just passed, which this year corresponds with my first crawfish boil of the year. So I thought why not add 2 more crawfish...

Here is a punch from the Woodlands Plantation in West Point a la Hatch, La. 1 part (2 ounces) Southern Comfort 2 parts ( 4 ounces)...

As the weather starts to warm up, many people will be entertaining. This week, I will share 2 beverages that are great for an afternoon...

Frank Brigtsen is a funny guy who gets serious when he is in the kitchen. It’s the smallest details that makes each of his dishes great....

If you have not eaten at Brigtsen’s, you don’t know what your are missing. It is a dining experience. Not only are you eating the food of...

Planning on having a Mardi Gras party. Here is a great side dish. It contains the traditional Mardi Gras colors: purple (actually the...

Here is a recipe from the great Leah Chase. It is a simple down home recipe that you can find in homes around New Orleans. 3 Pork Chops...

This week, I am in New Orleans. Last weekend was my St. Patricks Irish Channel march. Friday and Saturday, I will be with my brother’s...

On Saturday March 17, I will be marching in the Irish Channel in New Orleans. Hope to see you out there. Traditionally, boxty cakes are...

Matt Murphy was the chef of the now closed Irish House. With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, I thought it would be appropriate to share...

Here is a twist on a New Orleans favorite Dirty Rice or Rice Dressing. The eggplant adds another layer of flavor to this traditional...

Louisiana is the third largest producer of rice in the US. It is a staple for every pantry. This week, I am sharing two rice based...

Drago’s is known as the creator of Chargrilled Oysters. However, long before this creation, oysters have always been featured prominently...

Since oysters are really good right now, how about 2 more oyster recipes? These recipes are from restaurants who know a few things about...

One of my favorite restaurants in the French Quarter is Galatoire’s. I remember my mother bringing my brother and sister there at a young...

The world’s mine oyster according to Falstaff in Shakespeare’s play The Merry Wives of Windsor. Of course in New Orleans, we know all...

I have no recollection of this dish. Reading it does bring some wonderful memories. Just seeing my Mom’s handwriting again fills my...

With my two recipes this week, I will have reached 700 recipes posted on my website. Racking my brain to come up with two special...

Here is a classic cocktail that is said to cure a hangover. So this is a perfect creation for Carnival. 1 1/2 ounces Vodka 3 ounces...

With Mardi Gras right around the corner, I thought this week I would feature a couple of adult beverages to go with he season. This first...