Tag Archives: New Orleans

Springtime in Louisiana Means Crawfish Season!- Recipe for Mama’s Crawfish Etouffe

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Arlene Coco

In Louisiana, crawfish season is usually in full swing at Easter. I remember as a child going crawfishing with my daddy and brothers after dinner on Easter Sunday. I would always bring my Easter basket along in case I got … Continue reading →

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Quick Jambalaya Perfect for a Holiday Potluck

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Arlene Coco

Jambalaya is the state hotdish of Louisiana. It can be made with  just about any meat or seafood, it’s easy to prepare ahead and gets better the next day after all the flavors marry. Sometimes I make Jambalaya from scratch, … Continue reading →

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Brunch at the Iconic Palace Cafe in the French Quarter + Recipe for Crabmeat Cheesecake

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Arlene Coco

No trip to the big easy would be complete without a visit to a Brennan Family Restaurant. When I lived there, it was the gold standard of service and authentic Louisiana food. Served in style with silver cups and lots … Continue reading →

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Trip to Bountiful- A foodie’s eating tour of the deep south

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Arlene Coco

Home for me was 13 miles southeast of Baton Rouge, Louisiana where my parents raised squabs, chickens and tomato plants over six feet tall every summer. The fridge was stocked with fresh produce from harvesting a garden three seasons a … Continue reading →

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