New Orleans Turtle Soup : The Historic Dish That Still Shows Up on Menus
New Orleans turtle soup is a rich Creole dish made with braised snapping turtle, dark roux, herbs, and a splash of sherry. You still find it in a few old French Quarter restaurants that still cook it the traditional way. Most people hear the name and pause. It doesn’t sound like something from a modern…
New Orleans in August: 7 Ways to Beat the Heat and Discover Local Food
New Orleans in August feels intense the moment you step outside. But it is still one of the most rewarding times to explore the city’s food scene if the day is planned around the heat instead of fighting it. Step out of an air-conditioned space, and you feel it right away. The air is heavy,…