If you’re even the tiniest bit cynical about Christmas, you have got to hear Debbie Davis’s impassioned explanation of why Christmas matters. We’re so used to thinking we have to be be smart, ironic and funny in conversation that it’s shocking to hear a completely unvarnished, sincere, heartfelt defense of simple niceness. And then the…
Read MoreThere’s nothing like a cup of good, hot coffee. On this week’s show, we look at the art of the coffee bean in our state and beyond. We begin with a local favorite—PJ’s Coffee—which Phyllis Jordan founded 40 years ago. Phyllis reflects on the early years, when she became the first commercial iced coffee purveyor…
Read MoreOn this week’s show, we indulge our sweet tooth with the help of some influential dessert makers. We visit the Swiss Confectionery, a family-run bakeshop that’s been in business in New Orleans for almost a century. Their custom-made delicacies are fixtures at New Orleans weddings, birthdays, and other celebrations.
Read MoreChef Isaac Toups has long been a favorite guest on Louisiana Eats! In past episodes we’ve talked hunting rabbits and even had a front row seat on Isaac’s rendition of the Cajun Night Before Christmas!
Read MoreVince Ebeir’s new band is called Spylights and their first record is named after Vince’s gift: he’s an Empath. That means Vince feels your pain, but also your pleasure. So be careful what you get up to around him. Vince brings along his guitar player, Roman Duffar, and the guys play two songs off the…
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