Feb 1, 2021Pimento Pão de QueijoOne of my first introductions to Brazilian food was pão de queijo. The initial bite and subsequent transcendence was akin to the medley...
Jan 24, 2021Creole Green RiceContinuing with my theme of Mardi Gras colors, I let today’s inspiration be green. Green is another one of the three Mardi Gras colors,...
Jan 23, 2021Sautéed Purple CabbageMardi Gras means different things to different people. To some, it’s an invitation for bacchanal before Lent. To others, it’s a chance to...
Dec 15, 2020Kremas Cream PieWhile eggnog generally steals the spotlight for holiday drinks, there are some other worthy, and in my opinion, tastier, contenders. Some...
Oct 14, 2020Spooky Sprinkle Cinnamon CookiesIs there another holiday that can beat Halloween? Pumpkins, costumes, sweets, and festivities galore, I'm convinced that Halloween is the...
Oct 8, 2020Hot Honey Sweet Potato WingsI'm pretty much a traditionalist when it comes to sauced chicken wings. I usually stick to buffalo sauce, but sometimes my taste buds...
Sep 25, 2020Dirty Rice Stuffed PeppersIf I had to choose one underappreciated meal from my childhood, it'd be stuffed peppers. I just didn't get the appeal of a baked...
Sep 23, 2020Just Enough Cinnamon RollsI was never big on breakfast growing up, but I always had a soft spot for cinnamon rolls. Still do! A compact pastry square that's toasty...
Aug 27, 2020Angel BiscuitsHow does an angel get its wings? In the case of angel biscuits, it's through three different leavening agents: yeast, baking powder and...
Aug 26, 2020Van Van ChickenIf you know anything about conjure from the Crescent City, then you know about Van Van oil. Van Van is the old school conjure oil that...
Jul 26, 2020Creole Stuffed Turkey WingsWhen people think about Creole cuisine, they often think of the staples: gumbo, jambalaya, and étouffée. While they're all delicious,...
Jun 12, 2020Green Gumbo ShakshukaToday was one of those days where I wanted something that reminded me of childhood. I was also looking for a weekday brunch vibe. While...
Jun 4, 2020Watermelon Cucumber JuiceTwo of my favorite snacks are watermelon and cucumbers. I usually make fresh pineapple juice, but I was craving something different. I...
Apr 10, 2020Chicken and Andouille Sausage JambalayaI grew up with jambalaya being a regular weeknight meal. It was my mom's favorite Creole dish, so I was accustomed to the scent wafting...
Mar 31, 2020Lavender Tea CakesWhen I think of old Southern delights, I think of tea cakes. Tea cakes are likely the comfort food your granny thinks of when she thinks...
Feb 6, 2020Peri-Peri SauceBefore there was buffalo sauce, there was peri-peri. Peri-peri is a beautiful blend of hot and sweet peppers, citrus, onions, and spices....
Dec 9, 2019Texas Beef ChiliWhen it gets nice and cold, I usually crave a hearty stew or soup. Gumbo is a labor of love that I usually save for special occasions, so...
Nov 4, 2019Prosperity Millet SaladAs someone who likes to cook regularly, I hate to admit when I'm stumped on what to make next. I have several recipes stored in my...
Sep 8, 2019Skillet Shrimp and OkraEven though summer doesn’t technically end til September 23rd, I’ve always felt like Labor Day marks the end of summer. While fall is my...
Aug 19, 2019Creole CalasThe first dish on the blog explores a nearly forgotten Creole classic. These spiced rice fritters make a sweet breakfast or snack.