With Mardi Gras coming up, I have really been thinking about that incredible taste of Louisiana that I grew up with. Nothing evokes that more than a hot, steaming bowl of gumbo served over fluffy white rice. Every gumbo is a little different. My version of this velvety stew is … [Read more...]
Gumbo 101
Being from Louisiana, I get a fair number of questions about the foods and traditions of the state. One of the most iconic dishes from Louisiana is gumbo. Gumbo is one of those dishes that is talked about, but can be pretty tough to find. Everyone knows what it is, but so few … [Read more...]
Eating Like a King for Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras is upon us and it is time for a little party. For those of you who don't know, Mardi Gras is French for Fat Tuesday, the day before Lent gets started in the Christian faith. Traditionally, Lent is a period in which certain Christian sects fast or abstain from … [Read more...]