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Recipe of the Month

Cook like a great chef between visits to New Orleans! Every month, come back here for a new Southern, Cajun or Creole dish from one of the best restaurants in New Orleans. Have recommendations or questions about local NOLA recipes? Just let us know. In the meantime, check out our Recipe of the Month.

October 2022

Bisque of Curried Pumpkin, Crawfish and Corn thumb Bisque of Curried Pumpkin, Crawfish and Corn

Recipe By: Houmas House
When Irish sugar baron John Burnside purchased Houmas House in 1857, we doubt his guests were served anything as exotic as Bisque of Curried Pumpkin, Crawfish and Corn, but that's the price you pay for being born in the wrong century. This is the perfect dish for the cooler months in Louisiana, but, frankly, we enjoy it all year long. It's surprisingly simple and absolutely delicious.
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September 2024

Goat Cheese Crusted Lamb thumb Goat Cheese Crusted Lamb

Recipe By: Suis Generis
If you love both lamb and goat cheese (and who doesn't) this recipe from Suis Generis in the Bywater is going to be one of your favorites. And the good news is that, although the menu at the restaurant changes every week, you can make this yourself at home as often as you like. We think it's TDF.
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August 2024

Pralines: New Orleans School of Cooking Pralines: New Orleans School of Cooking

Recipe By: Riverboat City of New Orleans
One of the many must-experiences in New Orleans is a praline from the New Orleans School of Cooking. They sell them in their General Store where you can watch them being made but you can also make them at home. The great thing is, even if you screw it up, your mixture will be fantastic served on vanilla ice cream or right off the spoon. By the way, Harriet at the New Orleans School of Cooking says to make sure you use a wooden spoon. A metal spoon will get too hot to hold onto!
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July 2024

Mint Julep: Riverboat City of New Orleans thumb Mint Julep: Riverboat City of New Orleans

Recipe By: Riverboat City of New Orleans
While sipping a Mint Julep on the balcony of a riverboat is heaven, your front porch will do. While the proper way to prepare this Southern libation is commonly debated (the more cool ones you consume, the hotter the discussion) here's how the bartenders do it on The Riverboat City of New Orleans. Prepare the mint syrup in advance and then, when you make an individual cocktail, you'll only need the last few ingredients.
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June 2024

Mambo's Creole Jambalaya thumb Mambo's Creole Jambalaya

Recipe By: Mambo's
Mambo's is home to Bourbon Street's only rooftop bar as well as fabulous Creole jambalaya recipe!(BTW, Creole jambalaya has a red tint because it has tomatoes and Cajun jambalaya has a brown tint because it doesn't.) You'll love this and every other dish served at Mambo's and their sister restaurants Oceana Grill, Olde NOLA Cookery, and Bobby Hebert's Cajun Cannon.
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May 2024

Cajun Shrimp and Avocado Toast Cajun Shrimp and Avocado Toast

Recipe By: Houmas House Restaurants
Houmas House is known for fascinating history and history-making cuisine. Chef Jeremy Langlois’ Cajun Shrimp and Avocado Toast is sure to become one of your brunch favorites. Why not make it for mom this Mother’s Day?
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April 2024

Macque Choux Corn Macque Choux Corn

Recipe By: Gumbo Shop
Nobody does Macque Choux Corn (pronounced Mock Shoe) better than the Gumbo Shop in the French Quarter. Although no one seems to know for sure, this Cajun dish os believed to have been influenced by Native American culture.
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March 2024

Iberville Cuisine Gumbo Iberville Cuisine Gumbo

Recipe By: Iberville Cuisine
There's gumbo that's just okay and then there's gumbo that makes you proud to be a New Orleanian. This recipe by Iberville Chef Craig Nutton is the latter. In fact, it's so good, it made our Best of Guide: Gumbo.
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February 2024

Court of Two Sister's Moon Pie Cocktail thumb Court of Two Sister's Moon Pie Cocktail

Recipe By: Court of Two Sisters
Why throw Moon Pies when you can throw one back? One of our favorite Carnival concoctions this year comes from the Court of Two Sisters. Their Moon Pie Cocktail is little sip of heaven. Trust us: you'll lick that chocolate and graham cracker run clean.
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January 2024

King Cake Bread Pudding thumb King Cake Bread Pudding

Recipe By: Houmas House
Mardi Gras is celebrated all over Louisiana, including at Houmas House, the Crown Jewel of Louisiana's River Road. Come for a tour of the mansion, gardens and the new Great River Road Museum, and stay for brunch, lunch or dinner. Until then, enjoy this festive, sweet treat fit for a sugar baron!
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December 2023

Peppermint Bark Latte thumb Peppermint Bark Latte

Recipe By: Clarinet Coffee Shop
Chilly days in New Orleans are so rare that we celebrate them. The Clarinet Coffee Shop in the Holiday Inn Downtown Superdome offers an array of tempting array of festive javas and, this time of year, the Peppermint Bark Latte is at the top of our list. Make it at home with this recipe or, better yet, swing by The Clarinet.
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November 2023

Annunciation's Grilled Lamb Chop thumb Annunciation's Grilled Lamb Chop

Recipe By: Annunciation Restaurant
Chances are you’re going to be gobbling up a lot of turkey this month so why not start November with lamb chops? This recipe from Executive Chef Jose Castaneda at ANNUNCIATION RESTAURANT is a hit with customers. Make it at home this month and then make it to the Arts/Warehouse District as soon as you can and experience this beloved restaurant in person.
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October 2023

Chef Ron's Pecan Pie thumb Chef Ron's Pecan Pie

Recipe By: Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop
You know, nothing tastes better after a savory bowl of gumbo than something sweet. Chef Ron Iafrate's Pecan Pie is just the trick. This delectable masterpiece embodies the essence of Southern comfort food.
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September 2023

Carmo's Gulf Seafood Moqueca thumb Carmo's Gulf Seafood Moqueca

Recipe By: Carmo
According to Chef Dana Honn of Carmo, his recipe for Gulf Seafood Moqueca is "Brazilian heritage in a dish." And when you add fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico, well, it's just that much better.
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August 2023

Mulate's Fried Alligator thumb Mulate's Fried Alligator

Recipe By: Mulate's Cajun Restaurant
For 30 years, Mulate's has been a must-experience New Orleans restaurant, known for both its authentic Louisiana cuisine as well as live music and Cajun dancing. Get your tastebuds doing the two-steps at home with this easy recipe for Fried Alligator and visit the restaurant in person when you can.
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July 2023

Felix's Grilled Mahi Mahi thumb Felix's Grilled Mahi Mahi

Recipe By: Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Everyone knows you can't go to the New Orleans French Quarter without stopping at Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar. This is where most New Orleanians slurped their first oysters. What you might not know is that this summer they're offering up some seasonal specials. including Grilled Mahi Mahi. If you can't get your Felix's fix anytime soon, make this recipe at home.
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June 2023

Mambo's Crawfish Cornbread Dressing thumb Mambo's Crawfish Cornbread Dressing

Recipe By: Mambo's
Shout it from the rooftops (the rooftop at Mambo's on Bourbon Street will do). This recipe for Crawfish Cornbread Dressing is a must for Thanksgiving dinner. Corn was served at the first Thanksgiving but, trust us, it was nowhere near as good as this!
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may 2023

"The Jazz," a.k.a. The Jalapeño Margarita

Recipe By: Streetcar Restaurant
What happens when you muddle jalapeño-infused silver tequila with the seasons' best fresh jalapeños? You hear jazz! This recipe is from the Clarinet Lounge - the fun, modern bar in the Holiday Inn Downtown Superdome. It's a great place to gather after work, before heading to the French Quarter on the weekend, or to meet for a nightcap before retiring. You'll find Happy Hour specials served daily from 4 to 6 p.m. or, if you prefer, you can make The Jazz at home right now.
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April 2023

Oceana Grill's Pain Perdu thumb Oceana Grill's Pain Perdu

Recipe By: Oceana Grill
In New Orleans, we don’t like to waste anything and have at least two great uses for stale bread – Bread Pudding and Pain Perdu. French for “lost bread,” Pain Perdu is the perfect thing to serve on Easter morning or any time you want to treat your family.
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March 2023

Tujague's Grasshopper thumb Tujague's Grasshopper

Recipe By: Tujague's
Green beer isn't the only thing we drink in New Orleans on St. Patrick's Day. We also drink absinthe (the green fairy) and Grasshoppers. The Grasshopper was invented by Philip Guichet of Tujague's Restaurant in New Orleans in 1918. It won second place in a cocktail contest in New York City but it's first in the hearts of anybody who has enjoyed one at Tujague's.
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January 2022

Mardi Gras Sidecar thumb Mardi Gras Sidecar

Recipe By: Commander's Palace
Although there will be no parades on St. Charles Avenue in 2021, there will be celebrating a few blocks away on Washington Avenue. Get in the Carnival spirit with this fabulous cocktail from Commander's Palace, one of the most beloved restaurants in the South. By the way, you can order Commander's delivered to your home on Goldbelly right now. Why not follow up that cocktail with some legendary turtle soup?
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October 2022

Nebula thumb Nebula

Recipe By: 3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar
Nebulas are where stars are born in the universe. They call them "star nurseries." We invite you to nurse one of these sweet, iridescent libations at home, or better, yet at 3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar during their Eggs & Legs Burlesque Brunch every Sunday with Bella Blue. It's so good, it made our Best of Guide: New Orleans Brunches.
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June 2022

Seafood Casserole thumb Seafood Casserole

Recipe By: Mulate's Cajun Restaurant
In New Orleans we say, "Let the good times casserole!" This recipe from Mulate's across the street from the Convention Center is just the thing to get your tastebuds two-steppin'. It calls for shrimp, crabmeat and crawfish tails and, of course, a love for all things Louisiana.
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May 2022

Bayou Bash thumb Bayou Bash

Recipe By: Court of Two Sisters
The Court of Two Sisters building dates to 1832 and was once home to sisters, Emma & Bertha Camors. They operated a notions shop at the Royal Street entrance and sold imported linens, laces, and fineries to the ladies of New Orleans. They often entertained in the large courtyard, a tradition which the Court of Two Sisters continues.
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April 2022

Strawberry Ice Cream thumb Strawberry Ice Cream

Recipe By: New Orleans School of Cooking
When it's strawberry season in Louisiana, you know it! Not only does the entire city head across Lake Pontchartrain for the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival in April, but we head to our cookbooks for delicious recipes as well. This easy recipe is from the grandmother of Anne Leonard from the New Orleans School of Cooking. Although Anne makes hers in a Tupperware bread container, she says she can still picture it in her grandma's freezer in a metal meatloaf style pan. We're just grateful you don't have to buy a special ice cream maker! Give it a try and let us know what you think.
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March 2022

Mardi Gras Pasta thumb Mardi Gras Pasta

Recipe By: Oceana Grill
Lent is here and that means seafood, seafood, seafood. This Mardi Gras Pasta recipe is something your tastebuds will celebrate. Give it a twirl and make sure you visit this beloved French Quarter establishment next time you're in town.
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February 2022

Sweet Potato & Tasso Soup thumb Sweet Potato & Tasso Soup

Recipe By: Houmas House
Every Thursday at noon, Chef Jeremy Langlois of Houmas House Estate & Gardens cooks up a fun recipe live on Facebook and Instagram. Since we've been experiencing a little cold snap, this recipe from Chef Langlois for Sweet Potato & Tasso Soup just seemed to be calling our name. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
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December 2021

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup thumb Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Recipe By: Streetcar Restaurant
Pumpkin pie is awesome for Thanksgiving but how about topping it with some Pumpkin Ice Cream from Houmas House? The "Crown Jewel of Louisiana's River Road" is once again serving a Thanksgiving feast under the live oaks trees on the front lawn, but if you can't make it, get a taste of their Southern hospitality with this recipe.
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November 2021

Pumpkin Ice Cream thumb Pumpkin Ice Cream

Recipe By: Houmas House
Pumpkin pie is awesome for Thanksgiving but how about topping it with some Pumpkin Ice Cream from Houmas House? The "Crown Jewel of Louisiana's River Road" is once again serving a Thanksgiving feast under the live oaks trees on the front lawn, but if you can't make it, get a taste of their Southern hospitality with this recipe
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October 2021

Apple Cobbler thumb Apple Cobbler

Recipe By: Commander's Palace
Commander's Palace is famous for its Bread Pudding Souffle but, now that fall has arrived, Chef Meg Bickford is craving something warm and comforting. Apple Cobbler fits the bill. Serve with Chef Meg's Caramel Sauce and top with vanilla ice cream for the perfect autumn treat.
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September 2021

Chicken Andouille Gumbo thumb Chicken Andouille Gumbo

Recipe By: Gumbo Shop
Every year, Gambit Weekly asks its readers who makes the best gumbo in the city. According to Publisher Margo du Bois, “Gumbo Shop is the winner every time!” This fall, treat your family and friends to this fabulous recipe for Chicken Andouille Gumbo. We can’t think of a better way to welcome autumn.
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August 2021

Tujague's Famous Brisket thumb Tujague's Famous Brisket

Recipe By: Tujague's
In the early 1900s, butchers who worked at the French Market would cross the street to Tujague's for their famous brisket with its spicy red sauce, spiked with horseradish and Creole mustard. In 1937, Clemence Castet, the madam of the Tujague's dining room from 1914 to 1969, added her famous boiled brisket of beef to the 1937 edition of Madam Begue's Recipes of Old New Orleans Creole Cookery. Locals and visitors still clamor to Tujague's today to enjoy this dish.
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July 2021

Chef Ricky Christiana's Famous Fried Chicken thumb Chef Ricky Christiana's Famous Fried Chicken

Recipe By: Porter and Luke's
Burgers on July 4th are great but is there anything more American than fried chicken? New Orleans food critic Tom Fitzmorris ranked Porter & Luke's as one of the dozen best restaurants to get fried chicken. Try this recipe by Chef Ricky Christiana and discover why. Better yet, head over to Metairie Road this holiday weekend and let them the team at Porter & Luke's prepare it for you.
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May 2021

Jimmy Wedell Seafood Pasta thumb Jimmy Wedell Seafood Pasta

Recipe By: Messina's Runway Cafe
It's seafood season in Louisiana and this pasta, named after famous 1930's racing pilot and aircraft designer Jimmy Wedell, uses three Gulf Coast favorites-shrimp, crawfish and crabmeat.
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April 2021

Eggs Benedict thumb Eggs Benedict

Recipe By: Court of Two Sisters
The hunt for the perfect spot for Easter eggs is over! Easter, actually Springtime in general, is a wonderful time to brunch in the courtyard at the legendary Court of Two Sisters. Keep in mind, the will be calling at The Court of Two Sisters on April 2 and 3rd during their Jazz Brunch. If you want to see him, hop to it!
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March 2021

Mushroom Ragout thumb Mushroom Ragout

Recipe By: Crescent City Brewhouse
Since 1991, the French Quarter's only microbrewery has been serving up the brews, foods and views loved by locals and visitors alike. Until you can get to the Vieux Carre, you can make this recipe for Mushroom Ragout at home. You can substitute any medium-hopped lager or amber ale for the Red Stallion Beer called for in the recipe. It's a great meatless dish to serve during Lent.
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December 2020

Chef Ron's Turkey Sausage Gumbo thumb Chef Ron's Turkey Sausage Gumbo

Recipe By: Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop
Since 2012, people in search of gumbo as good as their grandmother's have found it at Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop at 2309 N. Causeway Blvd. Award-winning chef Ron Iafrate uses only fresh, local ingredients in his gumbos - you should, too. This is the perfect use for your leftover holiday turkey.
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November 2020

Mulate's Sweet Potato Crunch thumb Mulate's Sweet Potato Crunch

Recipe By: Mulate's
Their homemade sweet potato casserole is the best version we've ever discovered of this classic Thanksgiving dish. Prepare in advance for a stress-free turkey day.
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October 2020

Trout Meunière / Trout Amandine thumb Trout Meunière / Trout Amandine

Recipe By: Court of Two Sisters
Sometimes visitors, in an attempt to get as much fresh Gulf shrimp and oysters as they can while in New Orleans, leave without ever experiencing some of our classic fish dishes. Nothing compares to Speckled trout - or Specks - caught fresh and prepared Meunière or Amandine style. Both are French classics that have been favorites on New Orleans menus for decades.
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September 2020

Asian Clay Pot Barbeque Shrimp Recipe thumb Asian Clay Pot Barbeque Shrimp Recipe

Recipe By: Pelican Club
One of our all-time favorite places to eat in the French Quarter is The Pelican Club. First, because it's on Exchange Alley, one of the sweetest little streets in the city. Second, because the restaurant is in a historic 250-year-old building (haunted of course). And third, because in a city full of Instagram-worthy food, The Pelican Club deserves to be the profile pic. Enjoy this wonderful recipe from Chef Richard Hughes.
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August 2020

Shrimp NuNu thumb Shrimp NuNu

Recipe By: The Honfleur
The Hotel Provincial, a beloved hotel on Chartres Street in the French Quarter, is home to Honfleur. This charming wedding and event venue features out-of-this-world catering options from New Orleans-born Executive Chef Etienne Devlin, a member of the family who owns the hotel and a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in New York. Devlin partners with local farmers and fisherman, using only the freshest ingredients in his creations. We can think of nothing more perfect than intimate "I Dos" in the romantic Hotel Provincial courtyard followed by Shrimp NuNu.
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July 2020

Crabmeat with Wild Mushrooms and Gnocchi thumb Crabmeat with Wild Mushrooms and Gnocchi

Recipe By: Tujague's
This September, Tujague's, the second oldest restaurant in New Orleans, will be opening the doors of its new location just down the street at 422 Decatur. Until then, you can enjoy tantalizing recipes like this one from The Tujague's Cookbook by author and culinary historian Poppy Tooker.
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June 2020

Mulate's Hurricane thumb Mulate's Hurricane

Recipe By: Mulate's Cajun Restaurant
June 1 marks the beginning of hurricane season but the powerful hurricane cocktail is available in New Orleans year-round. They say it was actually called a hurricane because it's served in a glass that is shaped like a hurricane lamp. While the drink was invented at Pat O'Brien's during World War II, you can find hurricanes all over town. One of our favorites is at Mulate's Cajun Restaurant. It really packs a punch!
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May 2020

Napoleon House Muffuletta thumb Napoleon House Muffuletta

Recipe By: Napoleon House
In April of 2020, Napoleon House started offering an  for the first time since closing their doors to protect their guests and staff from the pandemic. The reaction from the public was phenomenal! Life without Napoleon House’s version of this iconic Italian New Orleans sandwich is no life at all! And they started offering Frozen Pimm’s Cups (OMG!) If curbside is too far away for you, make it at home with this authentic recipe.
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April 2020

Barq's Root Beer Glazed Easter Ham thumb Barq's Root Beer Glazed Easter Ham

Recipe By: NewOrleansRestaurants.com
In New Orleans, we grew up drinking Barq's Root Beer. While it's owned and sold nationally by Coca-Cola now, Barq's was invented by New Orleans-born Edward Charles Edmond Barq Sr. who started manufacturing Barq's in Biloxi, Mississippi, in 1890. For years, you could see Barq's signs all over the Gulf Coast with the simple slogan, "Drink Barq's. It's good." We think you'll find this ham good as well.
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March 2020

Cicidati (Italian Fig Cookies) thumb Cicidati (Italian Fig Cookies)

Recipe By: Zia Anita
Like all holidays, St. Joseph’s Day is celebrated in New Orleans in a big way. Along with parades, the Feast of St. Joseph features St. Joseph’s Day altars, loaded with traditional foods like Italian Fig Cookies (Cicidati) to share with the community. You’ll find St. Joseph’s Day Altars in churches, restaurants, grocery stories and private homes all over the city. These cookies are made at Christmastime, too.
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February 2020

Turmeric-Roasted Cauliflower thumb Turmeric-Roasted Cauliflower

Recipe By: Streetcar Restaurant
New Orleans loves its comfort food and we make even cauliflower special. Check out this recipe from the at the which offers Comfort Food Fast for just $10 at their weekday buffet, Mondays through Fridays from 11 am. to 2 p.m. It's a great way to fuel up on parade day or any day.
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January 2020

Mardi Gras King Cake thumb Mardi Gras King Cake

Recipe By: New Orleans School of Cooking
King cake becomes legal again on January 6th, King's Day, the official start of the Carnival Season. If you don't have a king cake baby to hide inside, hide a bean. That's what they used to do in the old days. While the source of original recipe unknown, it was modified by New Orleans School of Cooking Chef, Anne Leonard.
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November 2019

Mulate's Green Bean Casserole thumb Mulate's Green Bean Casserole

Recipe By: Mulate's Cajun Restaurant
If you don't make green been casserole this year, everyone will be disappointed. This traditional dish from Mulate's Cajun Restaurant will have you two-stepping through the holidays. It's so easy and so good!
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October 2019

Mirliton, Shrimp and Tasso Casserole thumb Mirliton, Shrimp and Tasso Casserole

Recipe By: Commander's Palace
The mirliton, the unofficial squash of Louisiana, looks like a large pear. We love it in New Orleans because its flavor is so mild that it tends to absorb the flavors of whatever it's cooked with.
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September 2019

Stuffed Artichokes thumb Stuffed Artichokes

Recipe By: New Orleans School of Cooking
When the Sicilians came to New Orleans, they brought their love of artichokes. The team at the New Orleans School of Cooking admits stuffing artichokes is a "pain in the neck," but the results are worth it.
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August 2019

Odette's Creole Potato Salad thumb Odette's Creole Potato Salad

Recipe By: Odette Landry
There's just something about this potato salad that makes you feel like you're at a picnic in New Orleans City Park, watching the ducks waddle around on the edge of the lagoon. It's creamy, zippy, and New Orleansy. What's not to love?
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July 2019

Oceana's Barbecued Shrimp and Grits thumb Oceana's Barbecued Shrimp and Grits

Recipe By: Oceana Grill
Brunch was invented in New Orleans and so were many famous brunch dishes, including Barbecued Shrimp and Grits. This recipe from Oceana Grill in the French Quarter is easy and delicious. Mix up some mimosas and invite your BFFs over for a New Orleans-style brunch this weekend.
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June 2019

Oceana Shrimp Creole thumb Oceana Shrimp Creole

Recipe By: Oceana Grill
Wondering what the difference is between Creole and Cajun cuisine? Most locals will tell you that Creole cuisine tends to be a little more sophisticated and refined than Cajun food. In fact, most think of Creole cuisine as “city food” and Cajun dishes as “country food.” What they have in common is a lot of fresh seafood and many dishes include the “holy trinity” – chopped green pepper, celery and onions. You can experience many authentic Louisiana dishes such as gumbo, étouffée, jambalaya and shrimp creole at Oceana Grill in the French Quarter.
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May 2019

Houmas House Plantation Mint Julep thumb Houmas House Plantation Mint Julep

Recipe By: Houmas House
May is Kentucky Derby time and, in the South, that means Mint Juleps. Here in Louisiana, it's said that John Burnside, owner of Houmas House plantation, preferred his Mint Juleps made with rum instead of Bourbon. According to a June 9, 1952 edition of Life magazine, Burnside's guests "were served mint juleps - never more than three — before breakfast." As the song goes, "that's what we like about the South."
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April 2019

Ponchatoula Strawberry Pie thumb Ponchatoula Strawberry Pie

Recipe By: Missy Terrebonne
Every April, New Orleans heads across Lake Pontchartrain for the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival where, in addition to flats of strawberries, you can enjoy strawberry shortcake, deep-fried strawberries, strawberry daiquiris and more. With this pie recipe, which we think tastes a lot like Shoney's Strawberry Pie, you can have your own festival at home.
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March 2019

Mardi Gras King's Cake thumb Mardi Gras King's Cake

Recipe By: bestkingcakes.com
Praline. Salt-caramel. Strawberry cheesecake. Lemon. There are about as many different kinds of king cakes in New Orleans as there are types of bread pudding (that means a lot). This is a classic recipe the traditionists among you will love. Recycle a baby from your last store-bought king cake and you're good to go! This recipe is sure to impress.
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February 2019

Morton's Cajun Ribeye thumb Morton's Cajun Ribeye

Recipe By: Morton's The Steakhouse
New Orleans is more than great seafood. Sometimes you just need a steak! For a taste of Morton's The Steakhouse (and New Orleans) at home, try this recipe for Cajun Ribeye. Start with a good cut. Morton's serves only USDA Prime-Aged Beef, the top 2% of beef available in America.
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December 2018

King Cake Sua Da Cocktail thumb King Cake Sua Da Cocktail

Recipe By: SoBou
This may only be December but Carnival is in the air! Here is a wonderful Mardi Gras cocktail recipe from Bar Chef Laura Bellucci at SoBou. Inspired by Vietnamese iced coffee (Cafe Sua Da), this cocktail is absolutely delicious and a great way to make use of those king cake babies you've got stuffed away in that kitchen drawer.
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November 2018

Combination Pan Roast thumb Combination Pan Roast

Recipe By: Pascal’s Manale
Pascal's Manale is known far and wide as the place where BBQ Shrimp was invented but that's not all they do well. This bubbly seafood concoction is absolute perfection and will make a nice addition to your holiday table. Enjoy!
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October 2018

Satsuma Crush thumb Satsuma Crush

Recipe By: Cafe Beignet
Along with their award-winning beignets (they placed first in the traditional category at Beignet Fest), one of the things folks love best about Cafe Beignet is that they serve more than cafe au a lait. One sip and you'll feel like you're back in New Orleans.
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August 2018

Bread Pudding Souffle thumb Bread Pudding Souffle

Recipe By: Commander's Palace
One of the most frequent photos we see in our friends' Facebook feeds is of Commander's Palace's Bread Pudding Souffle. Commander's signature dessert is one of the city's favorites - right up there with and Antoine's Baked Alaska. It's just one of the reasons the restaurant was honored six times by the James Beard Foundation. What's more, Southern Living recently named Commander's "The South's Best Restaurant." Wow your guests and make it at home.
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July 2018

Crawfish etouffee thumb Crawfish etouffee

Recipe By: New Orleans School of Cooking
From their kitchens in an old renovated molasses warehouse in the French Quarter, the chef/teachers at the New Orleans School of Cooking have been spicing up vacations to the Big Easy since 1980. This recipe for Crawfish Etouffee will become one of your favorites.
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june 2018

Mulate's Homemade Bread Pudding thumb Mulate's Homemade Bread Pudding

Recipe By: Mulate's
What do you do with stale bread? In New Orleans, you either feed the ducks in City Park or you make bread pudding. If you have hamburger buns, you make Mulate's Homemade Bread Pudding. This customer favorite was featured in Alton Brown's cookbook, Feasting on Asphalt. It's also included in the Mulate's cookbook. Buy it online at . If you're watching your weight, put on a little Cajun music and two-step off the calories the way they do at the popular restaurant and dance hall near the Convention Center.
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April 2018

Redfish Pontchartrain thumb Redfish Pontchartrain

Recipe By: Oceana Grill
Fishermen in Louisiana will tell you that redfish is fun to catch. It's also fun to eat! A cousin to the black drum, redfish (or red drum) can be found all over south Louisiana in marshes, bayous and the Gulf of Mexico. These fish put up a great fight. Your guests, however, will be easily hooked. Redfish Pontchartrain from Ocean Grill in the French Quarter is a Louisiana blackened redfish filet, served atop crawfish cornbread. It's topped with Oceana's Creamy Shrimp Pontchartrain Sauce and served with a side of mustard greens. Delicious doesn't begin to describe it.
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February 2018

Louisiana Crawfish and Goat Cheese Crepes thumb Louisiana Crawfish and Goat Cheese Crepes

Recipe By: Tujague's
Tujague's Chef Guy D. Sockrider created this dish when he worked at Muriel's years ago and insisted that it be put on the menu at the city's second-oldest restaurant when he took over the kitchen. We're glad he did. While the recipe is not in the Tujague's Cookbook: Creole Recipes and Lore in the New Orleans Grand Tradition by Poppy Tooker, many other fantastic recipes are, including their legendary gumbo. To purchase the cookbook, go to the link below.
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