Sadly, the Yellow Bowl Restaurant, an iconic Cajun café, closed for business last week. Today, my story pays tribute to this gem–a culinary shrine that will live on in the memories of many folks who live in Acadiana. Lately, I’ve gotten lots of questions from folks outside of Louisiana who want to know more about…
Shrimp and Artichoke Fettuccine
This Shrimp and Artichoke Fettuccine has fast become a Louisiana classic. Combining fresh Louisiana seafood with pasta is a popular Cajun recipe throughout Acadiana. There are endless variations, but most favor a white sauce rather than red, and frequently have smoked meat or sausage layering flavor in the dish. There is even a version of…
Potato Chip-Crusted Catfish Nuggets with Creole-Spiked Sriracha Mayo
During the Lenten season, Fridays in Cajun country means “frydays” with fried catfish as the star attraction. And this recipe is a revelation on how good this Cajun recipe can be. My catfish is encased in an impenetrable wall of crispness. Every bite explodes with flavor, shatters with a crunch of spice, and gives way…