Fusion recipe: Cajun pot-stickers
They could be the result of an experiment gone awry. They could be the brainchild of a mad scientist. Actually Cajun Pot-stickers are what happens when two great cuisines are fused together.What is a...
View ArticleComfort food recipe: Rigatoni al forno
Rigatoni al forno is a rich, hearty dish with tons of flavor that goes from pot to table in about 45 minutes. What more could you ask for?Who's al forno?Not so much of a who...
View ArticleThe Three Muses in New Orleans (Photos)
The Three Muses on Frenchman St. in New Orleans serves not only incredible food, but also a heaping dose of real New Orleans culture.The Frenchmen pass on BourbonOn a recent trip to New Orleans my...
View ArticleHerbed-garlic aioli
Aioli is a fancy word for mayonnaise in which olive oil is the only oil used. Whether used as a condiment or a sauce, aioli is as delicious as it is versatile.Quick and effortless aioliTraditionally...
View ArticleBLT Flatbread
Celebrate the freshness of summer with this simple and oh so delicious BLT flatbread.A flatbread by any other nameWhile in New Orleans recently my wife and I ate at a great little restaurant named...
View ArticleEat Lafayette--2013
Coming off of a recent string of accolades, Lafayette’s food scene is garnering regional as well as national attention. This year’s Eat Lafayette campaign showcases the reasons why.South Louisiana...
View ArticleThe perfect steak: Sous vide made easy (Photos)
Cook a perfect steak every time. No kidding, and it’s easier than you think.Achieving temperature nirvanaWhat makes a great steak, or even a good one for that matter? The cut? Yes to an...
View ArticleLocal foodie has first photo art exhibit
Local foodie and Kaptography owner, Kevin Ste. Marie, will showcase his talent as he hosts his first photo art exhibit. Kevin was good enough to give me some time so that we can gain a little insight...
View ArticleParty food: The best sliders (Photos)
Whether it’s food for the big game, or entertaining friends these sliders are so easy delicious they are a must have for your next party.Building a better sliderI know, I know…sliders are a lot of...
View ArticleThe best homemade french fries
Love homemade french fries but not the soggy, greasy results after they sit for a couple of minutes? Try this simple technique for perfect, crispy, crunchy french fries every time.The humble...
View ArticleCajun recipe: Seafood and eggplant stuffed bell peppers
Perfect for a weeknight supper, or entertaining friends, these Seafood Stuffed Bell Peppers are simple to prepare, and taste better than they look.Bell peppers everywhereHere in South Louisiana...
View ArticleComfort food recipe: Chicken avocado soup
The bright citrus notes cut through the rich avocado base, while the savory chicken flavor ties this incredible soup together.Not your ordinary chicken soupMy kids are my official taste testers if you...
View ArticleSmothered sweet potatoes: A new tradition
Smothered sweet potatoes bring a unique twist to a traditional holiday ingredient. Sweet potato perfection Louisiana is known for having the very best sweet potatoes available. A combination of soil,...
View ArticleCajun collard greens
I love greens. Collard, mustard, turnip, bring ‘em on. When I was a kid, read born to young adult, I wouldn’t have touched them with a ten foot pole. But at some point in...
View ArticlePork roast stuffed with apples
Poultry usually takes center stage at holiday tables, and indeed there are plenty of days throughout the holiday season for old Tom Turkey to make a centerpiece visit. Wouldn’t something different,...
View ArticlePesto turkey pizza
Using leftovers from the holidays can be, well...let's say uninspiring at best. Adding just a little imagination, some creativity, and a healthy dose of fearlessness can transform those leftovers into...
View ArticleHoliday leftover recipe: Sweet potato pancakes
This dish uses the sweetness of the sweet potatoes, or candied yams, to its advantage. Introducing the sweet potatoes into a pancake batter actually makes the potatoes lighter while making the...
View ArticleGreen bean casserole bites
This one is a little different. Green bean casserole is very creamy and soft once you get past the initial, thin layer of toasted onions. I thought that it would be great to somehow increase the...
View ArticleCooking class: How to brown ground meat
We’ve all seen it a million times haven’t we? Brown ground meat as the first step in making our favorite boxed meal, or taco meat, or sloppy joe’s , etc. But what does...
View ArticleGeno's: A little slice of Italy in the South
I love finding unique places to eat that serve honest, delicious food. That may sound sort of silly because everyone loves that don’t they? What I mean is neighborhood restaurants that people consider...
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