Louisiana Cookin'

WHEN I LOOK THROUGH this holiday issue, I’m just overwhelmed with a sense of thankfulness. I’m thankful for the chefs, home cooks, and artisans of Louisiana (past and present) who’ve poured their hearts and souls into the ingredients and recipes we g

Moveable Feast brings award-winning restaurants from around the country to the comfort of your own home. Top restaurants and chefs have joined together in collaboration to create this unique and exciting food experience. Guests can reserve a box from

THIS LOVELY DESSERT, known in French cuisine as poires pochées au vin rouge or poires à la beaujolaise, transforms pears, wine, sugar, and spices into a gorgeous purple-hued dish fit for the festive season. Grab a bottle of wine and a basket of pears

CITRUS IS SOME OF THE MOST WIDELY AVAILABLE and approachable produce in the Louisiana repertoire. Lemons, oranges, and grapefruits are grocery store staples, and it’s not uncommon for Bayou State home cooks to use them all year long. But winter is ac

AS THIS SEASON OF FAITH, FAMILY, AND FOOD approaches, I often reminisce not only about holiday seasons past but also about the original Christmas Day so many centennials ago. On a trip to Israel in 2013, I had the privilege of standing in Shepherd’s

Rebekah Hoffpauir The Bekery 2040 E. Walnut St. Lake Charles facebook.com/thebekeryllc REBEKAH HOFFPAUIR IS THE TALENTED VISIONARY at the creative helm of The Bekery in Lake Charles. Since officially opening in 2016, it’s become the place where she c

MAKES 96 (photo on page 43) This big ole batch of buttery Cheddar crackers with Pimiento Cheese to serve with them will make plenty to package up as party favors. 1½ cups all-purpose flour1 cup finely chopped pecans3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar chees

MAKES 1 (9-INCH) TART Caramelizing the sugar on yummy tropical fruit brings rich sweetness to this beautiful tart. Pastry Crust (recipe follows)5 to 6 pineapple slices (about ⅛ inch thick)2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted½ cup granulated sugar, d

MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS (photo on page 51) These roasted veggies pair perfectly with almost any main dish. 1 pound medium carrots with greens1 pound parsnips, peeled and quartered lengthwise1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme2 teaspoo

MAKES 6 TO 8 SERVINGS (photo on page 61) This main dish will shine as the tasty centerpiece to your memorable meal. ½ cup olive oil4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided1½ teaspoons lemon zest, divided4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided1½

ONE OF THE MOST ENJOYABLE parts of the holiday season is undoubtedly all the delicious treats we get to indulge in. Baked goods are the ultimate way to make the most of the holiday season, and Louisiana is a treasure trove of top-notch bakeries that

LOUISIANA COOKIN’ wouldn’t be what it is today without Phyllis Hoffman DePiano. She fearlessly crafted what would become Hoffman Media, our parent company, over the last 40 years with grace and passion. As the company has grown, each of the magazines

Holiday Coupetails by Brian Hart Hoffman and Brooke Bell HOLIDAY COUPETAILS invites cocktail connoisseurs and novice home bartenders alike to embark on a sensory voyage through the world of exquisite drinks and elegant presentation. Crafted by the co

SOME MORNINGS CALL FOR A SPECIAL TREAT, and this indulgent drink is sure to do the trick. Brew up a pot of your favorite coffee, stir in some sweetness, spices, and praline liqueur, and you’re in for a delicious sip to savor. MAKES 1 SERVING The pral

THE HOLIDAY SEASON is in full effect. In Louisiana, there are no shortages of tasty meals provided at every holiday party. Let me be clear: there’s no shortage of good food; however, you might not find many meals that are good for you. Nonetheless, h

When it comes to the holiday season, you’d be surprised how well many classic wintry flavors fit into tiki cocktails and what we do at Latitude 29 year-round. That’s something I, like most people, I think, never realized about tiki. When I first dipp