Crawfish boils are a glorious thing. Not only do you get to enjoy spicy mudbugs straight from the pot but if you boil enough, you can peel the leftovers and use them to make so many dishes. How about ...

Carnival season just gives us another reason to visit and share great food with friends and family. My childhood home was near the Uptown parade route, so that meant we always had company. Some came ...

I learned this recipe when I briefly lived in New Orleans as a young woman. It was served in a casual restaurant, where I was told that the bayou and marsh shrimp had shells so fragile they could be ...

Shrimp is a true seafood superstar, an economical ingredient that’s perfect for both quick-and-easy meals and special occasions. Whether grilled, sautéed, fried or baked, shrimp always delivers ...

Where Is Creole Food From? But what is Creole food? Creole food originated in Louisiana and blends food traditions from African, European and Native cultures. It combines bold, spicy and tangy flavors ...

Waking up Mardi Gras morning, the smell of a freshly made roux hugged me like my grandmother’s arms. By the time I made it downstairs, my grandmother, Nan, and my mom had the kitchen in full swing.

Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than 15 years of experience in content creation, recipe development, and pastry production. She's obsessed with the fine details and ...

My Creole jambalaya with chicken, sausage, and shrimp is just as scrumptious as it is South Louisiana legit, y'all! Browned Cajun trinity veggies, garlic, seasoned chicken pieces, and sausage sizzle ...

This quick and easy creamy shrimp creole is succulent briny shrimp drenched in a creamy spicy tomato sauce with sour cream, tender mushrooms, peppers, and fresh tomatoes. It's a great one skillet ...