BATON ROUGE, La. — There’s a problem at the Krewe of Happy Hour tailgate. A gust of wind came in on this Sept. 14 afternoon, and the fire under David Cavell’s cast-iron jambalaya pot went out as they ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Contrary to popular belief, not all Creole food is spicy. It is, however, very well-seasoned with big and bold flavors, starting ...

It wouldn't be Mardi Gras without celebrations packed with good food. And nothing says New Orleans quite like a steaming, savory pot of jambalaya. This classic Cajun dish has it all: tender meats, ...

It's all comes down to the role of rice.

Bibi Hutchings, a lifelong Southerner, lives along a quiet coastal Alabama bay with her cat, Zulu, and husband, Tom. She writes about the magical way food evokes memories, instantly bringing you back ...

One of Louisiana’s spicier signature dishes, this Creole take on Spanish paella cocoons chicken, sausage, long-grain rice, and the trinity, and is served traditionally out of a big black pot. This is ...

Many Mardi Gras celebrations are going to take place in the home instead of on the street this year, but just because we can't party in New Orleans doesn't mean we can't enjoy a festive celebration — ...

Growing up in Shreveport, Louisiana, Maya Bartlett always knew when it was Carnival season. The city wouldn't let her ignore it. The celebrations in this festive period begin in the weeks leading up ...