Monthly Archives: October 2013
Onion Jam
We have a camping trip planned, and I was writing out our menu for the weekend when inspiration struck. Happy hour around the campfire is begging for warm brie, topped with onion jam and served on slices of grilled french bread. The cheese will compliment campers who are beer drinkers and those who prefer wine, … Continue reading
Convenience Foods
I rely on some convenience foods, such as frozen pizza and french fries. I know people who pretty much define their cooking life by pulling something out of the freezer and heating it. And I know people who cook all of their food from fresh organic vegetables, fruit, whole grains and locally raised livestock. That … Continue reading
Duck Diner adds to the Robertson Family’s Dynasty
West Monroe, Louisiana’s most famous faces since…well, since ever (apologies to Jerry Stovall), have recently added restauranteur status to their collective resumes. On Friday the family opened Willie’s Duck Diner on a street that I’m fairly certain didn’t yet exist when I hightailed it outta town, looking for a bigger city. I had no idea … Continue reading
