Christian’s was one of New Orleans unique restaurants. Christian’s was located in a church right off of Canal St. in the Mid-City area....

Today was a great day for me. I received my advance copy of my cookbook.  I guess dreams can come true. This dish is one of my favorite....

By now, my followers know how I felt about Chef Warren Leruth. He was very secretive about his recipes. He did release two cookbooks,...

I know that this blog is about cooking but allow me to post another kind of recipe. With the NFL season starting tonight and the...

Godchaux’s was a New Orleans Department store on Canal Street. In the 1920’s, Leon Godchaux would walk to Galatoire’s restaurant in the...

Austin Leslie was the chef at Chez Helene. He was a wonderful man. The TV show Frank’s Place was loosly based on Austin Leslie and Chez...

Masson’s Restaurant was located by the lakefront in New Orleans. To get to the restaurants on West End, you would have to pass by...

I have gotten many requests for this recipe. Perry Street was the street I lived on in Gretna, La. when Katrina hit. It is also where a...

This recipe is from the closed Andrew Jackson restaurant. It was located at 221 Royal St in the French Quarter. The Windsor Art Gallery...

The other day, I was in Sysco’s kitchen with my friends from Pasta Grill in Searcy. One of the dishes they were interested in was Chicken...

I have received the proofs for the cookbook and the cover. I now have 48 hours to review. Getting very excited!

As crab season starts to wind down, we approach shrimp season. One of New Orleans traditional shrimp dishes is Shrimp Creole. While this...

Berdou’s was a restaurant located near the bridge in Gretna. It was a very unique restaurant. The restaurant closed at 7 or 8pm. No one...

While my mother-in-law was here for a two week visit, she asked if I would make her a Lemon Ice Box Pie. While it is not a pure New...

This appetizer was one of the popular appetizers at Cannon’s restaurant. They can be prepared in advance so that all you have to do is...

This sandwich is a unique New Orleans creation. The Central Grocery, in the French Quarter, is credited with its invention. Most of the...

This is to complete my post from Monday. This sauce is great with meats and fish. 2 tablespoons Dried Tarragon ¾ cup Red Wine Vinegar 2...

This is the ultimate French fry. There are a few stories as to how they were invented. A king who loved French fries had asked for his...

This is one of my wife’s favorite appetizers. With crabs being in season, this is a great way to use crabmeat. Most people like to use...

Crème Brulee is translated burnt cream. The burnt aspect is the sugar that is caramelized on the top of the custard. I always enjoy...