For almost a decade, I have had both the honor and privilege to judge the annual Fleur de Lis Awards given out at the New […]
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Haunted by Tacos: El Cucuy
After over 16 years together, I can easily predict what John’s response will be when I ask what he wants for dinner. “Tacos?” he replies […]
Buttermilk Brings Fried Chicken to Market
Chef/pitmaster Shannon Bingham is making a change. His Texas-style BBQ-slinging at Emmylou’s inside St. Roch Market, a stall that opened in January 2020, was unfortunately […]
Lenten Season Fish Frys for Hospitality Workers
Last year, five local restaurants got together with the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation to offer curbside fish frys during Lent. Not only did the Friday fry-ups […]
Green Goddess Brunch
It had been almost 9 years since I graced the Green Goddess. The last time I dined there, Chris DeBarr was still slogging away in […]
Whole Fish Fry Fridays at Pêche
The first time I ever had the pleasure to devour an entire grilled fish was at Pêche. It was a pricey, yet oh-so glorious experience […]
Making Do
John and I were planning on celebrating Mardi Gras and Valentine’s Day at a festive brunch in the Botanical Gardens yesterday, but when it was […]
Venturing Out to Alma Café
Like many sane people across the globe, John and I cloistered ourselves in our apartment when the pandemic “officially” took hold back in March last […]
A Romantic Bacchus Sunday Brunch in the Garden
It has been an awfully long time since John and I “officially” celebrated Valentine’s Day. Don’t get me wrong, we are hopelessly in love and […]
Vegan Vendor Opening at St. Roch Market
Everything is coming up veggies these days, and for good reason! There’s only a few all vegan and/or vegetarian restaurants available in New Orleans, and […]