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Shrimp Bisque from Arnaud’s
In 1918, a colorful, French wine salesman named Arnaud Cazenave opened the grand New Orleans restaurant that bears his name with a...

Tommy Centola
Jan 30, 20142 min read
Roasted Garlic Soup from Mr. B’s Bistro
Southern Louisiana is bracing for possible snow for the second time in a week. In Arkansas, we are not expecting to get above freezing...

Tommy Centola
Jan 27, 20141 min read
Sweet Potato and Andouille Soup from Palace Cafe
Today here in Arkansas, the temperature is not getting above freezing. So how does one warm up? This soup from Palace Cafe hits the spot....

Tommy Centola
Jan 23, 20141 min read
Barbecued Shrimp from Stephen & Martin
Here is a recipe from the closed restaurant Stephen & Martin. In it’s place is now a location of the New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood...

Tommy Centola
Jan 20, 20142 min read
King Cake Bars
I found this recipe on Facebook. It seems that there are many ways to enjoy the flavor of King Cake. Most people eat a filled King Cake...

Tommy Centola
Jan 16, 20142 min read
King Cake Bread Pudding
I try not to post 2 like recipes in a row. However, we are in the beginning of the Carnival season. Here is another take on the King...

Tommy Centola
Jan 13, 20142 min read
Bread Pudding from Pascal’s Manale
Here is the recipe for the dessert that my wife had at Pascal’s Manale. Bread Pudding is found on most dessert menus in New Orleans. The...

Tommy Centola
Jan 9, 20141 min read


Combination Pan Roast from Pascal’s Manale
While on vacation in New Orleans, my wife wanted to eat somewhere we have not eaten at before. I suggested Pascal’s Manale, Originator of...

Tommy Centola
Jan 6, 20142 min read
Cajun Black-eyed Peas
Now that Christmas is over, thoughts turn to New Years. Here is a spiced up recipe for a New Years Day traditional dish. Black-eyed Peas...

Tommy Centola
Dec 26, 20131 min read
Skillet Barbecued Shrimp from Frank Davis
Here is another great recipe from Frank Davis. <a href="http://ad.doubleclick.net/jump/belo.wwltv/food/frank-davis/recipe-archive/seafood...

Tommy Centola
Dec 23, 20132 min read
Shrimp, Sausage and Pasta from Frank Davis
One more recipe from the late Frank Davis. His recipe collection has been donated to the Southern Food and Beverage Museum. The world...

Tommy Centola
Dec 19, 20132 min read
Oyster Dressing from Frank Davis
Here is another recipe from Frank Davis. It is a great dish for the holidays. Oyster dressing is a great addition to any Christmas menu....

Tommy Centola
Dec 16, 20133 min read
Crab and Corn Bisque from John Besh
For some reason, this recipe did not post. So here it is again. 2 Tablespoons olive Oil 1 pound Gumbo Crabs 1 Onion, chopped 1 Celery...

Tommy Centola
Dec 12, 20131 min read
Shrimp Creole from Frank Davis
This week, New Orleans lost an icon. Frank Davis was a fixture on WWL TV for over 30 years. He started out doing the Fish and Game...

Tommy Centola
Dec 12, 20132 min read
Oyster Soup Brennan
Winter has arrived in Arkansas. We are bracing for an ice storm. Hopefully, it will not be as bad as forecasted. Here is the most popular...

Tommy Centola
Dec 5, 20131 min read
Artichoke From The Heart from LeRuth’s
This recipe is the dish that LeRuth’s served at the Chef’s Charity For Children 1989. Larry & Lee Leruth had bought the restaurant from...

Tommy Centola
Dec 2, 20131 min read
Turkey Casserole from Mona Dellucky Centola
Here is another recipe from my mother’s collection. It is and easy dish to make with leftover turkey from Thanksgiving. You will probably...

Tommy Centola
Nov 27, 20131 min read
Turkey and Andouille Gumbo from Emeril
Thursday is Thanklsgiving. One of the best uses of leftover turkey is Turkey and Andouille Gumbo. The weather is perfect for this version...

Tommy Centola
Nov 25, 20131 min read


Panée Veal
This is one of my wife’s favorite meals. I am sure it will be on the menu shortly after she gets home. This is a simple yet delicious...

Tommy Centola
Nov 21, 20131 min read
Crabmeat Ravigote
This dish, along with Shrimp Remoulade, is the two most popular cold appetizers in New Orleans. These dishes was originally created to...

Tommy Centola
Nov 18, 20131 min read
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