Why yes, it is that time of year where I get to relive my gluttony favorite meals from my travels of the year. I sure got around in 2013, so my favorite eats are certainly varied. And I've gotten worse about how many pictures I take of my meals, meaning they are much more frequent. To those who have … [Read more...] about My Favorite Eats of 2013
Louisiana
Photo Friday: Baton Rouge, LA
The theme of my trip to Baton Rouge, Louisiana was eating and drinking way past the point of normal human capacity. It all started with Fete Rouge, the city's biggest celebration of food and wine, bringing together local chefs. I also got a chance to visit the area's beloved restaurants and even a … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Baton Rouge, LA
Photo Friday: New Orleans, LA
My college friend Marina and I were chatting over dinner one night on her visit home from Portland, where she was living at the time. We discussed taking a trip to New Orleans since I hadn't been since I was young and she had never been. But as most conversations happen, I quickly forgot. Flash … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: New Orleans, LA
Drinking in New Orleans
Mention New Orleans to anyone and a few words will pop into their heads. Mardi Gras, Bourbon Street, open container and debauchery may be just a few. But there is so much more to the city's drinking culture. It's ironic that of the places where you can walk around with an open container of … [Read more...] about Drinking in New Orleans
My Favorite New Orleans Meals
The heart of New Orleans, and the South in general, is in the food. No trip to the city is complete without indulging in the many tasty dishes, some traditional and others less so. Here are my favorite meals from my weekend in New Orleans, Louisiana. Beignets, Café du Monde If you've never … [Read more...] about My Favorite New Orleans Meals