After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, thousands of people lost their keepsakes and family treasures forever. As residents started to rebuild their lives, The Times-Picayune of New Orleans became a post-hurricane swapping place for old recipes that were washed away in the storm. The newspaper has compiled 250 of these delicious, authentic recipes along with the stories about how they came to be and who created them. Cooking Up a Storm includes the very best of classic and contemporary New Orleans cuisine, from seafood and meat to desserts and cocktails. But it also tells the story, recipe by recipe, of one of the great food cities in the world, and the determination of its citizens to preserve and safeguard their culinary legacy.
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Marcelle Bienvenu writes the popular "Cooking Creole" column for The Times-Picayune of New Orleans, and has collaborated with Chef Emeril Lagasse on several of his cookbooks. She lives in St. Martinville, Louisiana.
Judy Walker is the food editor of The Times-Picayune of New Orleans. She is the author or co-author of five cookbooks on the food of the Southwest.
Judy Walker is the food editor of The Times-Picayune of New Orleans. She is the author or co-author of five cookbooks on the food of the Southwest.
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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful
By S. Franke
Format:Paperback
This cookbook is not the most visually stimulating, with no pictures and no color. However, I quickly got over my disappointment with the overall look when I began thumbing through these fun dishes, full of Louisiana flavor and ingredients that are universally appealing. I began to realize that this cookbook was put together just as one would on their own: a collection of recipes that have been passed down through the years between family and friends. I immediately ordered 5 more as gifts.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By NuJoi
VINE™ VOICE
Format:Paperback
I absolutely love this cookbook! It is truly a collection of beloved favorites, even for a former transplant who claims New Orleans as an adopted home.
Where do I start? These are popular recipes, requested by those who lost their treasured Times-Pic and other recpes in Hurricane Katrina. (What a novel idea to combine them in a cookbook. This just shows you how important food is to the culture.)
I am really impressed by the extensive range of recipes. You will find a wide range of recipes here, from appetizers, to drinks, to Lenten dishes to desserts. These foods eaten as part of the everyday the Southeastern Louisiana lifestyle. The recipes are favorites from both home kitchens and restaurants. My only criticism is that there is no etouffee recipe.
I would not recommend this book as a souvenir cookbook or for the unintiated. This is for people who know the food of the region, love it and cook it regularly. The recipes aren't extremely difficult, but a properly made roux can be challenging if you've not done it before.
If you know anyone who misses NOLA and her foods, buy this book.
Where do I start? These are popular recipes, requested by those who lost their treasured Times-Pic and other recpes in Hurricane Katrina. (What a novel idea to combine them in a cookbook. This just shows you how important food is to the culture.)
I am really impressed by the extensive range of recipes. You will find a wide range of recipes here, from appetizers, to drinks, to Lenten dishes to desserts. These foods eaten as part of the everyday the Southeastern Louisiana lifestyle. The recipes are favorites from both home kitchens and restaurants. My only criticism is that there is no etouffee recipe.
I would not recommend this book as a souvenir cookbook or for the unintiated. This is for people who know the food of the region, love it and cook it regularly. The recipes aren't extremely difficult, but a properly made roux can be challenging if you've not done it before.
If you know anyone who misses NOLA and her foods, buy this book.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Donald Smith
Format:Paperback
There are a lot of good home cooking recipes here as well as some resturant recipes. Ms. Bienvenu once again did not disappoint me.
As a displaced New Orleanean I was pleased to find recipes from my childhood as well as some new dishes to try.
The recipes are also a celebration of South Louisiana's cultural diversity, Cajun, French, Irish, Italian, ...and so on.
I recommend this book for your Louisiana cookbooks shelf, right next to The Picayune's Creole Cookbook, River Road Recipes I & II, and anything by Chefs John Folse or Paul Prudhomme.
As a displaced New Orleanean I was pleased to find recipes from my childhood as well as some new dishes to try.
The recipes are also a celebration of South Louisiana's cultural diversity, Cajun, French, Irish, Italian, ...and so on.
I recommend this book for your Louisiana cookbooks shelf, right next to The Picayune's Creole Cookbook, River Road Recipes I & II, and anything by Chefs John Folse or Paul Prudhomme.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Serious about NOLA cooking?
Look no future than this book. Great recipes, with amid of classics and true family secrets a well. Loved reading all the commentary from people who shared a recipe and why.
Published 2 months ago by Thomas Simon
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Real Deal
This book represents another part of the revival story of post-Katrina New Orleans.
Food is a way of life in the Big Easy. Read more
Food is a way of life in the Big Easy. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jana Fransen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Truly a New Orleans Treasure....
because it is soooo New Orleans....
Liked it all....especially surprised to see McMain Brownies.
Have recommended the cookbook to Out-of-Town New Orleanians.
Liked it all....especially surprised to see McMain Brownies.
Have recommended the cookbook to Out-of-Town New Orleanians.
Published 2 months ago by Ms. Lynn R. Swegel
5.0 out of 5 stars
Authentic and good
Great recipes! Some ingredients hard to come by. The gumbo and jambalaya came out great. I like the stories that go along with the recipes too!
Published 3 months ago by kircus
5.0 out of 5 stars
fantastic
This is one of the most touching books related to Katrina I have read. And I made a few recipes and they were terrific... Read more
Published 4 months ago by JAN NICHOLS
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great compilation of recipes from multiple sources
Useful, practical and the dishes are wonderful! It is an excellent compilation from impeccable sources, all in one volume which is easy to use in the kitchen.
Published 4 months ago by Dr. Frank E. Schmidt
5.0 out of 5 stars
Recipes Lost and Found from the Times Picayune of New Orleans
Bought this for my son-in-law who is a Chef in New Orleans. He said it was the best cookbook he's seen in years.
Published 4 months ago by Cathie Kageleiry
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gorgeous book, packed with amazing stories and recipes.
This is an absolutely gorgeous book, perfect for any kitchen - or coffee table! This was an amazing compilation of fabulous, southern recipes!
Published 4 months ago by Bradley Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Picture of New Orleans HOME COOKING
If you're looking for trendy, chef-driven recipes, cutting-edge New Orleans cuisine, or a "bible" of creole cooking fundamentals and techniques, look elsewhere; there are many,... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Super-picky Designer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Badly needed book!
I have a bumper sticker that says, "You are a New Orleanian where ever you are." That just about sums up the delight of this book. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Charlene F. Wagner
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