Photographed byYorke, Francesca, Bacon, Quentin
Grade ToCollege Graduate Student
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisWilliams-Sonoma Foods of the World New Orleans offers an insider's view of this magical city, delving into regional specialties and exploring the diverse 300-year culinary history. Each mouthwatering recipe captures a taste of the Big Easy, wherever you live., Dixieland jazz floating on a sultry breeze, inviting courtyards veiled behind Spanish moss, and, above all, a cuisine as marvelously rich and varied as the inhabitants themselves: New Orleans is truly a city like no other. From the mouth of the Mississippi River comes a melting pot cuisine inspired by the bounty of the surrounding bayous. Cajun and Creole cooks spice up an array of regional specialties, from beignets to etouffees, and every festival-including Mardi Gras-comes with its own set of must-try dishes. From neighborhood institutions dishing up platters of seafood to historic hangouts like Galatoire's, an abundance of restaurants, cafes, markets, and bars satisfies the local appetite for good food and good times. Book jacket., Williams-Sonoma Foods of the World New Orleans offers an insiders view of this magical city, delving into regional specialties and exploring the diverse 300-year culinary history. Each mouthwatering recipe captures a taste of the Big Easy, wherever you live. Features n 50 authentic recipes, from Crawfish Beignets and Cheese Grits Souffl to Bananas Foster and Carnival King Cake n 225 full-color photographs showcase the New Orleans street scenes, open-air markets, native ingredients, and local restaurants n Suggestions for wine and cocktail pairings n In-depth features on local festivals and holidays, native seafood, traditional desserts, famous food icons, and more n An original illustrated map, full-color glossaries, and a source guide for essential ingredients