Creole Crescent

Crab Cakes with Jalapeño Remoulade by Donald Link

Recipe courtesy of Chef Donald Link, exerted from ‘Real Cajun – Rustic Home Cooking' from Donald Link’s Louisiana

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Classic French Onion Soup Recipe from Café Degas

This hearty and warming French Onion Soup is a winter favorite in New Orleans.

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Holiday Louisiana Oyster Dressing

This decadent and easy-to-make recipe is a perfect accompaniment for holiday dishes.

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Galatoire's Oysters Rockefeller Recipe

Oysters Rockefeller is a classic New Orleans dish that offers a rich sauce baked over fresh oysters.

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.

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.

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.

Roasted Vegetable Bruschetta Recipe

This light and lovely bruschetta recipe highlights Louisiana's beautiful produce.

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.

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Creole Crab Dip Recipe

This rich and creamy crab dip recipe is the perfect appetizer.

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Creole Filé Gumbo Recipe

Enjoy this delicious Creole gumbo made with filé powder.

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.

Louisiana Culinary Vacation

A three day culinary road trip spanning 300 miles around southern Louisiana on a journey spanning three centuries.

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Absinthe Oysters Recipe from Commander's Palace

Bring this decadent New Orleans recipe to your table.

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Louisiana's Culinary Lingo

The best way to learn Louisiana’s edible lingo is simply to sit down and start eating.

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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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Culinary Q&A: Dickie Brennan

Three questions with Dickie Brennan, of New Orleans’ legendary restaurant family.

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Lisa White's King Cake Recipe

Try this caramelized twist on the traditional king cake!

Gumbo Festivals in Louisiana

See what's stirring at these events where hot pots of rich gumbo take center stage.

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Louisiana Seafood Boil Recipe

It's always a party in Louisiana — host your own seafood boil to bring a taste of Louisiana to you!

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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.

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Louisiana Seafood Festivals

Shrimp, oysters, crabs and crawfish. They're not just types of seafood, they are reasons to party.

Charbroiled Oysters Recipe

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!

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Chargrilled Oysters with Artichoke Garlic Cream Sauce

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Southern Fried Okra Recipe

Fried okra? Yes, please!

Louisiana's Cooking Schools

These Louisiana cooking schools can transform your recipe repertoire.

Bananas Foster Recipe

The original Bananas Foster was created at Brennan's Restaurant in New Orleans in 1951.

Louisiana Carryout - Local Products and Tasty Treats

Carry out a taste of Louisiana from each culinary region - these products make for tasty trip mementos.

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Seven Don't Miss Louisiana Food Tours

A selection of region-specific itineraries for food lovers on the go

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Brigsten's Oysters Bienville Recipe

Discover this historic and delicious recipe for Louisiana oysters.

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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.

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.

Experience Louisiana's Culinary Trails

Pack up and head out for a tasty Louisiana road trip.

Traditional King Cake Recipe

Sometimes its best to stick to tradition! Try this traditional King Cake recipe.

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Bacon Gumbo with Louisiana Oysters

Dive into this decadent holiday gumbo from Patois Restaurant.

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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.

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.

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Chicken, Andouille and Shrimp Jambalaya Recipe

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Crawfish Bread Recipe

Bring the flavors of Louisiana to your table with crawfish bread!

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.

Following Emeril's New Orleans Journey

Dine at the destinations that made this celebrity chef famous.

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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.