A year ago this week, I was in New Orleans soaking up the sun, indulging in the food, and engaging in the musical atmosphere. Wishing so much I could travel back, I was pleasantly surprised to find a taste of New Orleans here in Wisconsin. For a friend’s birthday, we went to dinner at Blue… Continue reading A Taste of New Orleans Living in the Midwest + Live Music
As I sit at my desk this morning, I reminisce about my recent trip to New Orleans. Praline in hand, I slowly inhale as I breath in the sweet, rich scent of this tasty treat before taking a bite and chasing it with my cup of coffee. This trip allowed me to try so many samplings… Continue reading Sadly My Last Taste of New Orleans
When I heard hummus was the one of the main small plates on the menu, I wasn’t overly excited to try the food. Many times at gatherings we’ve served hummus with pita chips or veggies, and it is good, but I don’t dig in or wonder if there is more. Until I’ve had it made… Continue reading Shaya Features Hummus on a Much More Elevated Level
Some say that the name is from the 1929 strike in which the Martin Brothers promised a free meal to the Union Streetcar Protesters “Poor Boys” who were protesting the Transit’s decision to bring in criminals to run the streetcars. Although the exact origin of the name is unknown, the making of this delicious Louisiana sandwich is… Continue reading A Classic New Orleans Sandwich That’s Huge on Flavor
When we first met up with my sister and her husband in New Orleans, they had just finished a bike tour of the city. They raved about all the sites they were able to see on their three hour ride and told us that this is the third tour they have done in various cities… Continue reading A Must Try Tour on Your Next Vacation
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