SPONSOR:

LOT

August 29, 2013        

The Lt. Governor's Tourism Summit wrapped up yesterday afternoon and I've come away with an action item for you.

National Geographic supports Geotourism, and produces travel guides to various regions. They provide great information for travelers wanting to get off the beaten path. They are working on a guide that will encompass Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. They are asking people like me and you to nominate possibilities in the categories of Communities, Historic Sites, and Outdoor Adventures. This is a boon for tourism in our area. 

The good news is, Louisiana is #2 in total number of nominations. The bad news is, Alabama is #1. Now, we KNOW Louisiana has more places of interest, better outdoor adventures, and more diverse communities than Alabama, so get your thinking caps on, get over there, and nominate as many as you'd like. Our coastal states band together and help each other out when necessary, but still, people.

You'll find more information here; I do not believe you have to live in Louisiana to nominate some of your favorites.

I am once again scheduled to judge Soirée Royale, Acadiana's tasting event and culinary competition now in its 15th year. More than 35 chefs participate each year, and wine and beer tastings are included. Tickets are only $40; the event is at Evangeline Down Racetrack. Order tickets at 337-942-2683 or at opelousaschamber.org.

On September 11 here in New Orleans, you can preview a James Beard House dinner at Dickie Brennan's Steak House. All the group's restaurants will be represented, including the new Tableau. There are still a few seats available, but get them quick because it will sell out. Should you be in New York on October 3, attend the real thing at the James Beard House.

Fall is festival season here in Louisiana. We've been entering events into our calendar as fast as we can; no matter what you're interested in, there's something to do. Click to check out our Events List, and let us know if we're missing anything.

And finally, we've given our website a little facelift. You'll find more than 1,000 recipes there, most of which do not appear in the magazine. Each recipe has built in social media tags, allowing you to easily repost to Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. Browse through and let us know what you think.

Enjoy the recipes, share them with family and friends, and, as always, let me know what's on your mind.

Susan Ford

Susan Ford, President

Our Kitchen & Culture, LLC

http://louisiana.kitchenandculture.com


Click on this Facebook icon. You'll instantly become a fan and help us spread the word about great Louisiana cuisine and heritage.Think of it as a vote for Louisiana.  It's free, easy, and you'll get more of what we do best, which is recipes, news, comments and friendship.

You can still subscribe & receive the Sept/Oct issue of Louisiana Kitchen & Culture, but barely, so start your subscription:  act now.


Get The Entire Collection of Louisiana Kitchen & Culture:

Order the Collector's Bundle Plus



Local seafood

lemony-seafood-salad

 

Lemony Seafood Pasta

Having made my living producing intellectual property for all my career, I am all for paying full boat for books, music, magazines, newspapers, etc. but I am not one to pass up a bargain when it's presented. Pam Anderson's Perfect One-Dish Dinners was on the close-out rack at the bookstore over the weekend so I bought it. This recipe is going on my roster for Labor Day feasting this weekend. Shrimp and scallops, with pasta, tomatoes, feta, oregano...

Click Here for the Recipe


uncles' bbq pork ribs

Barbecue Pork Ribs

It is no secret that I love pork, and I love barbecue pork ribs more than I love, say, a pork tenderloin. I don't make them often, because they're not the healthiest piece of meat in the world, but all things in moderation. This recipe is courtesy of Uncle's Barbecue Sauce, and included directions for gas and charcoal grills. Uncle's sauce is good, but feel free to substitute your favorite.

Click Here for the Recipe


easy asian slaw

Easy Asian Slaw

I have taken this to various potlucks over the years, and I have never brought home leftovers. I think it goes great with barbecue and, since it's not a mayonnaise-based slaw, it's perfect for a picnic. Add shrimp, chicken, or other protein to make it an entrée salad.




 

WIN! Enter Today

Rouge et Blanc wine festival

Lake Charles, LA

Oct. 25 - Oct 26, 2013

Wine Dinner for 2 (Fri. night)

2 tickets to festival (Sat.)



Plus

Delux 2 night/3 day accomodations

at the L'Auberge Casino

Total value $1000.00


Click here to enter (no purchase necessary)


Events are added to our calendar every week; if you know of something that should be listed but isn't, drop a note here.


Aug 29, 2013 to Sep 1, 2013

Shreveport: Shreveport Huckfest 2013


Aug 30, 2013 to Sep 1, 2013

Cypremort Point: Labor Day Fishing Rodeo


Aug 30, 2013 to Sep 2, 2013

Monroe: The Cotton land Cluster of Dogs Show

Morgan City: Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival


Aug 30, 2013 to Aug 31, 2013

Natchitoches: Cane River Zydeco Festival & Poker Run

Plaisance: 31st Annual Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival


 

Aug 31, 2013

Goldonna: Drake Salt Works Festival & Trail Ride

New Iberia: Showtunes Sing-Along

Plaisance: Annual Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival


Aug 31, 2013 to Sep 1, 2013

New Iberia: Louisiana state cattle show, concessions


Sep 1, 2013

Covington: 17th Annual Battle of the Bands

Vermilionville: Free Boucherie


Sep 6, 2013 to Sep 7, 2013

Mamou: Mamou Cajun Music Festival

St. Martinville: Pepper Festival


Sep 7, 2013

Sulphur: Stars and Stripes in the Park Classic Car Show


Sep 8, 2013

Houma: Terrebonne Livestock Association Horse Show


Sep 9, 2013

Opelousas: Soiree Royale-Acadiana Chef's Competition


View entire event list here (search by name, city)

Louisiana Recipes Newsletter Archive (search past newsletters)


Louisiana Kitchen & Culture's e-Newsletter reaches thousands of people every week. For advertising information, email Susan

| Add Us as a Friend on Facebook |

Published in Louisiana by Louisianians

2013 Copyright Our Kitchen & Culture, LLC.  All Rights Reserved

You are receiving this because you have indicated you are interested in authentic Louisiana cuisine and recipes.  

Our mailing address is: Kitchen & Culture  1450 Annunciation Street #2119  New Orleans, LA 70130

 Louisiana Kitchen & Culture is a registered trademark of Our Kitchen and Culture, LLC.