his Cranberry Port Sauce combines fresh cranberries, orange zest, and ruby port for a rich, tangy-sweet flavor that elevates any holiday meal. A hint of vanilla adds warmth and depth, tying the citrus and cranberry notes together beautifully. Easy to make and ideal for serving with turkey, duck, or pork, this vibrant sauce keeps well...Read More

This Blood Orange and Watercress Salad pairs citrus segments with peppery greens and a nutty vinaigrette made from walnut, hazelnut, and olive oils—an elegant winter market dish.Read More

This Flourless Double Chocolate Raspberry Torte is a decadent, plant-based dessert that’s rich, smooth, and utterly irresistible. Made with dark chocolate, silken tofu, and almonds, it delivers a velvety texture without flour or dairy. Fresh raspberries and a glossy raspberry coulis add brightness and balance, making it the perfect gluten-free, vegan centerpiece for any celebration....Read More

A beloved vintage dessert from the 1950s, this Lemon Ice Box Pie is the epitome of simple desserts. Bright, tangy lemon custard in a buttery graham cracker crust and topped with softly whipped cream — it’s a refreshing make-ahead treat that keeps beautifully in the freezer for up to a week. Perfect for summer dinners,...Read More

The scent of warm, yeasty dough and sweet powdered sugar drifting through the air is unmistakable — it means you’re near the French Market in New Orleans, where beignets have been a beloved tradition for generations. Golden, airy, and generously dusted with sugar, these pillowy treats are best enjoyed fresh from the fryer with a...Read More

Bright, tangy, and full of New Orleans flair, Shrimp Rémoulade is a timeless French Quarter favorite. This version, inspired by the elegant kitchens of Arnaud’s and Galatoire’s, features a creamy, spicy Creole-style rémoulade made with mustard, horseradish, and paprika. The sauce is rich and complex—perfect for tossing with tender shrimp and serving over crisp lettuce...Read More

Bold, buttery, and bursting with Southern spice, this Baked Cajun Shrimp is pure New Orleans comfort food. The shrimp are bathed in a rich blend of butter, olive oil, garlic, herbs, and Cajun spices, then baked until tender and lightly crisped on top. A splash of white wine and lemon brightens the flavor, while a...Read More

When a Southerner wants banana pudding, this is the one they’re craving — the beloved recipe printed on the back of the Nabisco ‘Nilla Wafers box for decades. Generations grew up watching it come together in the family kitchen: layers of vanilla custard, ripe bananas, and golden wafers topped with glossy meringue peaks. It’s even...Read More

Deeply flavorful and irresistibly comforting, this Shrimp Étouffée brings the spirit of New Orleans straight to your kitchen. Adapted from The New Orleans Cookbook by Rima and Richard Collin, this Louisiana classic is traditionally made with crawfish, but shrimp makes a delicious—and more accessible—alternative on the California coast. The dish begins with a dark, nutty...Read More

Simple, satisfying, and endlessly versatile, this classic egg salad is proof that the simplest recipes often bring the most comfort. Fresh herbs and Dijon mustard add brightness to creamy chopped eggs, making it just as delicious tucked into a sandwich as it is spooned onto a bagel or served with crisp crackers. With endless variations—from...Read More