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Karla News

Top Cajun Restaurants in Chicago Illinois

Cajun cuisine is not the first food that comes to mind when thinking of Chicago, but the rustic country Southern cooking is available in restaurants in the city and in the suburbs. Louisiana is famed for delicious cuisine, particularly Creole and Cajun. The difference between the two styles is that Creole was the food of ...

Karla News

Louisiana Cajun Menu–Courtbouillon, Gumbo, Jambalaya, Etouffee

Our daughter moved to Lafayette, Louisiana from Michigan. Prior to that, we’d never traveled in the southern U.S. It was a treat to visit and sample local Cajun and New Orleans creole dishes. Many became family favorites. I recreated our Louisiana experience for my husband’s birthday. Here’s a northerner’s version of catfish courtbouillon, jambalaya, gumbo ...

Aidells Cajun Andouille Sausage – A Review

I was recently in Tucson, Arizona and found myself doing some grocery shopping at Basha’s, a local chain of supermarkets. I’m a careful eater and mainly eat vegetables and pasta, but I do love a good cut of meat once in a while. While shopping, I was drawn by both my hunger and a great ...

Karla News

The Ultimate Cajun Gumbo Recipe

I have been using this ultimate cajun gumbo recipe for over 15 years now. It has never failed to impress. I have used this recipe in my restaurant and at my own home with great results every time. Are you ready to get “Cajun”? Good, let’s do this. First, I will lay out all of ...

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What to Expect at Pat O’Brien’s Restaurant in Orlando, Florida

Pat O’ Brien’s Restaurant is famous for its year round Mardi Gras events and celebrations, a New Orleans-inspired restaurant with a lively atmosphere and delicious Cajun food. When you need a break away from the usual Disney and resort fare around Orlando, head here for a refreshing change that’s sure to put you in good ...

Karla News

Aidells Cajun Andouille Sausage – A Review

I was recently in Tucson, Arizona and found myself doing some grocery shopping at Basha’s, a local chain of supermarkets. I’m a careful eater and mainly eat vegetables and pasta, but I do love a good cut of meat once in a while. While shopping, I was drawn by both my hunger and a great ...

Karla News

The Best 3 Top Chef Season 5 Recipes

Top Chef, already in its 5th season, has brought some of the most creative dishes to life in the world of reality cooking shows. Fans can appreciate the dishes that come with a recipe to copy and try at home. In Season 5 on Top Chef fan favorite chefs demonstrated culinary excellence on a number ...