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Hungry Hornets
by Janis Turk
June 2009
To a cook’s ears, there are no sweeter words than, “May I have a second helping?” For a spouse or parent, few things are as rewarding as feeding a hungry husband, wife, or child who’s worked or played hard. And what could be more comforting to someone who’s been on the road than coming home to the sweet smells of a home-cooked supper?

Just ask the wives, mothers, and families of some of Louisiana’s hardest-working athletes—the New Orleans Hornets. Next to playing basketball, eating home-style meals with their families is their favorite thing to do.
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Coveted Crawfish Dishes
by Mary Fonseca
April 2006

According to the old adage, "You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear," fine products cannot be fashioned from crude materials. However, there are some "exceptions that make the rule." One is surely the humble crawfish. View complete article

Romantic Getaways and Delicious Dinners for Two: Louisiana’s Honeymoon Destinations
by Bonnie C. Guilliot
June 2007

Summer time’s hot and the loving is easy. Or is it living? The two words are often synonymous in Louisiana. With sleepy swamps, tranquil waterways, unforgettable food and gorgeous gardens abounding, the state’s Southern charm makes it a magical honeymoon destination. Here are just a few of the places to steal away to with your special someone.
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You're Invited: When It's Hot, Eat Cool!
by Marcelle Bienvenu
August 2006

Ah, the good old summertime, when the living is easy (or should be) and the days are long and lazy, but hot, hot, hot.... On warm summer evenings a meal consisting of an array of cold dishes can be both delicious and rejuvenating.
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Exploring Louisiana's Outback - The Creole Nature Trail!
by Jen Reeder
February 2006

When my husband Bryan and I decided to head to southwest Louisiana to drive the Creole Nature Trail, I thought I knew exactly what to expect: marshes, wildlife,
beaches and plenty of gators. After all, the Creole Nature Trail, honored as an All-American Road as well as a National Scenic Byway, is a 180-mile road that passes through three national wildlife refuges and along the coastline of the “Cajun Riviera.” View complete article