Happy Mardi Gras!
February 16, 2010 – 8:44 am | 2 Comments

Reporting from Tampa, Florida, I wanted to wish everyone a happy Mardi Gras.  While today is business as usual across the globe, New Orleanians are taking the day off to take part in the annual …

Read the full story »
Beer, Cocktails and Wine

Cajun and Creole Food

New Orleans

Recipes and Food Articles

Travel

Home » Archive by Month

Article Archive for January 2010

Black and Gold Superbowl!
January 25, 2010 – 9:16 am | No Comment
Black and Gold Superbowl!

No, this is not food related, but after “keeping the faith” for over 30 years, the New Orleans Saints are going to the Superbowl!  My feelings are tough to even put into words.  Who Dat!

How to Make a Great Martini
January 24, 2010 – 9:59 am | One Comment
How to Make a Great Martini

The word martini has evolved recently to encompass any cocktail served in a martini (cocktail glass).  Although I still use the word interchangeably, when you hear me say that I’m in the mood for a …

The Sugar Magnolia Bloody Mary – Cocktail Recipe
January 21, 2010 – 11:47 am | No Comment

Here, my friends is the “almost world famous recipe” from the now- defunct Sugar Magnolia restaurant (formerly at 1910 Magazine St.).  This drink has received rave reviews from almost every customer that tried one.  I …

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo in Five Easy Steps
January 21, 2010 – 9:40 am | No Comment
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo in Five Easy Steps

Here’s my gumbo recipe in five easy steps.  It is about as authentic as it comes, as I’ve taken ideas from many different people and made it simple.  The only hardware you will need to …

The Ultimate Margarita Recipe
January 19, 2010 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
The Ultimate Margarita Recipe

Nothing beats a properly made margarita; tequila, orange liqueur and citrus juice, shaken and served in a salt-rimmed glass.  It’s my favorite cocktail.  The sweet and the sour flavors all blend together to create a …

Braised Beef Short Ribs – Elegant Comfort Food
January 19, 2010 – 12:46 pm | 2 Comments
Braised Beef Short Ribs – Elegant Comfort Food

Makes 4 servings
Serving Size  : About 2 ribs per person
INGREDIENTS

4 lbs          beef short ribs — cut English style (cut parallel to the bone)
Coarse salt and black pepper — to taste
3 cups     …

Spicy Thai Shrimp and Noodles
January 19, 2010 – 12:33 pm | No Comment
Spicy Thai Shrimp and Noodles

Here’s one of my favorite “ethnic-style” dishes in the weekday gourmet category: Spicy Thai Shrimp and Noodles.  It’s an easy way to spice up the middle of the workweek with a dish that’s easy to …

Cooking Steak in a Cast Iron Skillet
January 19, 2010 – 12:19 pm | 33 Comments
Cooking Steak in a Cast Iron Skillet

You’ll never grill steak again!
I’m afraid I’ve been spoiled by cooking my steak in a cast iron skillet.  So much so that I can’t even remember the last time I threw one on the grill.  …

Kevin Cooks for Yahoo Foods – Shrimp and Andouille Pasta
January 19, 2010 – 11:49 am | No Comment

Real Food Viewer Video! @ Yahoo! Video

Jumbo-laya (a combination of Creole and Cajun Jambalaya)
January 19, 2010 – 11:28 am | No Comment
Jumbo-laya (a combination of Creole and Cajun Jambalaya)

While I consider myself a jambalaya purist, I was lured into this recipe through ideas from my dad and from Frank Davis.  This is a hybrid of a Cajun and Creole jambalaya and packs a …