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March 2010

Staying Home

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Recently we had a “we might have to leave New Orleans” scare. This is a well-known fright among the populous. It’s when you have to depart the city for things like work, education, your family, or other responsibilities. We shudder at the prospect. What do you mean, leave? Can you imagine living your whole life [...]

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Cajun Irish Coffee

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Happy St Patrick’s Day! You don’t have to twist my arm to get me drinking traditional Irish Coffee the morning before the Irish Channel Parade in New Orleans. I’m Cajun-Irish! But let’s be honest, it’s a harsh drink. And I thought it needed some sexin’ up. So I decided to blend parts of the classic [...]

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Artichokes & Creole Vinaigrette

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Artichokes are finally in season! They are 10 for $10 at the local Rouses market and I’ve been eating them all week. While I adore a New Orleans-style stuffed artichoke as much as anyone, that can be a lot of work. Most of the time I just bring the ‘chokes home, boil them until tender, [...]

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