Creole Crescent
In New Orleans, every meal is like one for the history books. From high-end eateries by critically acclaimed chefs to smaller off-the-radar spots with the world's best something, NOLA has a flavor for every palette. From Sazeracs to soul food, our new restaurants are charming locals and inspiring new visitors every day, so join us for your culinary adventure.
Taste of the Creole Crescent Trail
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Creole Crescent Trip Ideas & Recipes
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Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
Turn your average macaroni and cheese into a mouth-watering Louisiana inspired dish!
Looking for Crawfish? There's an App for That - Culinary Apps
These apps tell you where to get fresh Louisiana crawfish, join a local crawfish boil or find a restaurant crawl.
Galatoire's Oysters Rockefeller Recipe
Oysters Rockefeller is a classic New Orleans dish that offers a rich sauce baked over fresh oysters.
Louisiana Barbecued Shrimp Recipe
This Pot O' BBQ Shrimp recipe will leave everyone delightfully happy! Its finger-licking good!
Experience Louisiana's Culinary Trails
Pack up and head out for a tasty Louisiana road trip.
A Louisiana Take on Middle Eastern Cuisine
Middle Eastern immigrants have been settling into Louisiana for over a century, and with them came their famous cuisine.
Eat Fresh In Louisiana – Follow Our Culinary Trails
The Louisiana Culinary Trails can guide you to some of the best food your taste buds will ever experience.
Holiday Louisiana Oyster Dressing
This decadent and easy-to-make recipe is a perfect accompaniment for holiday dishes.
The Inside Scoop on Louisiana Gumbo
Fall’s arrival means it’s gumbo weather! Here’s what you need to know about the state’s favorite soup.
25 Louisiana Travel Ideas for Food Lovers
Louisiana’s landscape and history create a culinary tradition unlike any place else - and that makes it the perfect vacation getaway for anyone who loves to eat!
Restaurant and Foodie Experiences in New Orleans
Believe the hype: New Orleans’ reputation for being one of America’s top food cities is well-deserved and stronger than ever.
Louisiana's Culinary Hall of Fame
Get the guide to Louisiana's most famous dishes and where you can eat them!
Louisiana's Culinary Lingo
The best way to learn Louisiana’s edible lingo is simply to sit down and start eating.
A Few of the Best Known Chefs of Louisiana
Discover these chefs that will make your mouth water while you devour their award-winning Louisiana dishes.
Seven Don't Miss Louisiana Food Tours
A selection of region-specific itineraries for food lovers on the go
Poppy Tooker's Seafood Gumbo Recipe
Chef Poppy Tooker, New Orleans native and resident expert on all things cooking in Louisiana kitchens, shares her famous gumbo recipe.
Bacon Gumbo with Louisiana Oysters
Dive into this decadent holiday gumbo from Patois Restaurant.
Louisiana Culinary Dictionary
The Bayou State’s flair for the exotic extends to its tongue-twisting menu of local dishes. Brush up on your Louisiana vocabulary with these ten culinary terms.
Louisiana Crawfish Étouffée Recipe
Popular around the state, etouffee literally means "smothered." This rich Creole dish can be prepared with crawfish or shrimp and is served over rice.
Gumbo Festivals in Louisiana
See what's stirring at these events where hot pots of rich gumbo take center stage.
Louisiana Seafood Boil Recipe
It's always a party in Louisiana — host your own seafood boil to bring a taste of Louisiana to you!
How to Make Roux
Roux made sound fancy but it's simple to make. Discover the different types of roux, how to cook a roux and watch the step by step instructional video.
Red Beans and Rice Recipe
This traditional New Orleans dish is still a Monday staple in Louisiana homes.
Louisiana's Famous Desserts
Sink a sweet tooth into these classic desserts straight from the Bayou State.
Don't Miss Dishes - Creole Crescent Trail
Looking for recommendations of what to eat on the Creole Crescent trail? Here are some New Orleans area dishes that you definitely won't want to miss.
Top 5 Louisiana Products to Serve with Holiday Meals
Prepare your holiday meals in style with these locally-made Louisiana products.
Brigsten's Oysters Bienville Recipe
Discover this historic and delicious recipe for Louisiana oysters.
Absinthe Oysters Recipe from Commander's Palace
Bring this decadent New Orleans recipe to your table.
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
This Louisiana staple dish will make your tastebuds realize the real meaning of comfort food.
Alton Brown's Love Affair with Louisiana Cooking
Alton Brown definitely knows his way around the kitchen and he gives us his expert opinion on what makes Louisiana cuisine so special.
Louisiana's Cooking Schools
These Louisiana cooking schools can transform your recipe repertoire.
Louisiana Carryout - Local Products and Tasty Treats
Carry out a taste of Louisiana from each culinary region - these products make for tasty trip mementos.
Crab Cakes with Jalapeño Remoulade by Donald Link
Crab Cakes recipe courtesy of Chef Donald Link, exerted from ‘Real Cajun – Rustic Home Cooking' from Donald Link’s Louisiana
Roasted Vegetable Bruschetta Recipe
This light and lovely bruschetta recipe highlights Louisiana's beautiful produce.
Culinary Q&A: Dickie Brennan
Three questions with Dickie Brennan, of New Orleans’ legendary restaurant family.
Traditional King Cake Recipe
Sometimes its best to stick to tradition! Try this traditional King Cake recipe.
Louisiana Seafood Festivals
Shrimp, oysters, crabs and crawfish. They're not just types of seafood, they are reasons to party.
Following Emeril's New Orleans Journey
Dine at the destinations that made this celebrity chef famous.
Creole King Cake Ice Cream Recipe
Just in time for Mardi Gras, try this recipe for King Cake Ice Cream.
Shrimp and Grits Recipe from Justin Devillier, La Petite Grocery New Orleans
Representing New Orleans in Food Network's Top Chef, Devillier shares this tasty shrimp and grits recipe.
Bananas Foster Recipe
The original Bananas Foster was created at Brennan's Restaurant in New Orleans in 1951.
Classic French Onion Soup Recipe from Café Degas
This hearty and warming French Onion Soup is a winter favorite in New Orleans.
Louisiana Food Lovers' Bucket List
This is just a small sampling of the many iconic foods you'll have to try as you explore all five regions of Louisiana.
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