Flavors of the French Quarter:
A Walking Tour and Creole Cooking Class
Tracey Rizzuto, SIOP Local Arrangements Coordinator
Louisiana State University
Join us Sunday, April 4 (9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.), for a short (6 block) walking tour of the French Quarter that will depart from the Sheraton Hotel and lead to the New Orleans School of Cooking where you will learn the secrets of world-famous Louisiana cuisine. New Orleans’ restaurants are known for their recipes that draw on French Acadian traditions to inspire Cajun cooking, and combine French, Mediterranean, Caribbean, African, and American flavors to infuse Creole cuisine. Key ingredients of basic Cajun and Creole cooking will be seasoned with a little Louisiana history, trivia, and lore, as a New Orleans School of Cooking chef guides you step-by-step in the preparation of classic dishes such as gumbo, a thick and meaty soup; jambalaya, a rice dish cooked in a savory stock; bananas foster, a dessert made from bananas, vanilla ice cream, and a buttery brown sugar and dark rum sauce; and pralines, a pecan and cane sugar syrup confection. Easy–to-follow recipes will be provided to help you recreate the culinary treats you see demonstrated during the class. Bring your appetite because after the presentation you’ll be invited to enjoy the tasty dishes and wash it all down with the Abita beer from the local Abita brewery, southern iced tea, and New Orleans’ signature coffee with chicory. Bon Appetit!
The New Orleans School of Cooking tour and cooking demonstration is a 4-hour event and will include a light lunch at the cost of $50 per person (all taxes and gratuities included). Transportation assistance can be provided for an additional fee. Enrollment in the event is limited, so please register early to reserve your spot. Truly a great way to taste the flavors of the French Quarter!
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