New Orleans is known as much for its sensory expression as it is for its joie de vivre, and nowhere is this more evident than in the stellar cuisine offered at local restaurants. Visitors who limit their scope to traditional Louisiana dishes, such as jambalaya, red beans and rice, gumbo, and étouffée, will just be scratching the surface. All of that is readily available, but the delectable surprise of dining in New Orleans is the diversity of dishes and cuisines that are available in the city, not to mention the culinary ingenuity on display. More »
