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GIANT coffee mug

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Meet my giant new coffee mug. She is ecstatic to be a part of the NOLAchef kitchen. I see many soups, teas, grits, and photos in her future. Where did I find her? Well, only the most seductive and consuming shop in Buenos Aires. The type of place that you...

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July 10, 2012

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Blood sausage & apple empanadas

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I know. This isn’t your typical empanada recipe. But who cares! There are no rules in my kitchen. I have become quite the fan of fancy empanadas. It all started when a client asked me if I could make special empanadas. I went home, did some brainstorming and got to...

LizaNola

July 6, 2012

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Thursday Mexican Pop-Ups

En espanol A quick note that I will be hosting Thursday Mexican Night indefinitely at Tout le Monde in Palermo Soho! Where- Tout le Monde Cafe, Gurruchaga 1417 at Cabrera in Palermo Soho When- Every Thursday 8pm- midnight What- Kitchen opens at 8 and closes at midnight! A small menu...

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July 4, 2012

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Thursday Mexican Pop-Ups

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July 4, 2012

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Buenos Aires faves, DECATA

My introduction to Decata happened on Monday, June 11, 2012. I’ve returned four times since. You could say that I’m partially in-love. I had been craving a new go-to cafe. I was over mine, being angry with Malvón and bored of Baraka. A new OH MY GAWD, I LOVE THIS...

LizaNola

July 2, 2012

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Buenos Aires Parrilla Tour

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I had the privilege of taking my first parrilla tour in Buenos Aires! It was delicious, filling, exciting, intimate, everything I wanted. I may have left in a food coma from eating too much carne, but I blame myself. If there is choripan and loads of juicy meat in front of me,...

LizaNola

June 23, 2012

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COOKING TIP II, mirepoix & the holy trinity

We in New Orleans like to call a mix of onion, celery, and bell pepper the Holy Trinity. It’s the mirepoix of New Orleans. In France they use onion, celery, and carrot. In Mexico it’s onion, garlic and chili peppers. These mirepoixes are the base of MANY DISHES, especially sauces. Start...

LizaNola

June 4, 2012

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Famous Louisiana Chefs

Like we mentioned above, some of the world’s top chefs come from Louisiana. Some of these top chefs inlcude names like Sue Zemanick, Manny Aguello, Tory McPhail and many more. However, there is one chef that has influenced not just cooking, but entertainment overall. His name is Emeril Lagasse and he is one of the top chefs coming out of Louisiana. He is the owner of restaurants all over the worlds, some of which are the best US restaurants including the ones in Las Vegas. His restaurants are top class, something that is expected of a chef of this caliber. He’s popularity in cooking influenced USA casinos too. Some of best casinos in Las Vegas and other USA casinos included food-themed slots games amongst their other casino games. Have a free preview by visiting the usabonuscasino.com website and enjoy the most popular food-themed slots games at some of the best-rated new USA online casinos. Currently, they have the most outstanding bonus offers for you, so do not miss the chance of free playing real money games. People nowadays like the idea that some of their favorite casino games are food-themed, including their favorite slots games.

New Orleans Food Recipes

The cuisine in New Orleans is exceptional. It mixes styles and flavors from French, Spanish and Caribbean cuisine, to create some of the tastiest recipes that even the best US restaurants include. Not only the best US restaurants, some of the best restaurants all across the globe use them. Probably the one restaurant that has been influenced by the Louisiana cuisine and New Orleans recipes is the Nola Buenos Aires that we mentioned above. Some of these recipes include the famous New Orleans friend chicken that is served with homemade sauce that enhances the flavor. Another amazing recipe is the Gumbo. This is a traditional African stew that is served all year round, regardless if it’s hot or cold season. There are many versions of Gumbo, some include seafood, others include smoky andouile sausage or chicken. Some even make the Gumbo spicy with South American hot chilli.

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There are a lot of good restaurants all across the USA, but there aren’t many that specialize in New Orleans cuisine. New Orleans cuisine is extremely tasty and delicious. The best US restaurants have recognized that and have included it into their menu. Some of these restaurants can be found in Las Vegas, in their casinos. Almost all of the best casinos include a restaurant where you can enjoy these fine dishes. Besides the amazing food these USA casinos offer high levels of entertainment. Do you enjoy all the entertainment Las Vegas offers, I mean have you been to the casinos? It’s almost impossible to go there and not visit them. That is why so many online casino sites like https://www.gambler-portal.com are so inspired by it that they try to have a few elements that are reminiscent of Vegas.

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Guide on how to Prepare Gumbo

Like we mentioned in the paragraphs above, Gumbo is a tasty African stew that is served all year round in New Orleans. Over here we’ll try to make a short guide on how you can prepare it quick and simple

First you need to cook your meats. After that is done you need to reserve the cooked meats. Next up it is time to make your roux. Every once in a while check the roux and stop once you get to your desired color. After that is achieved stir in the vegetables and cook them. Now get back to the reserved cooked meat and stir them in too. After all of this is in it is time to add stock. Now that everything is in all that is left is to just simmer it until it is ready.

Keep in mind that these are just the basic steps. There are many versions of Gumbo, ones where you add seafood or thicken it with file powder. Depends on your desire and taste.