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GW Fins- New Orleans Seafood, Redefined

Jul 27

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pompano GW Fins New Orleans Seafood, Redefined

Recently, I attended a company meeting in New Orleans. Normally our rather large group is crammed into the banquet facilities of a hotel for dinner and served a mass produced meal of questionable inspiration.

This trip however, we were split into several small groups and each group went to a different French Quarter restaurant. From classics like Brennan’s, Galatoire’s and K-Paul’s to new stars like Stella, NOLA and Bayona, my co-workers got to experience New Orleans’ best.

My group drew GW Fins, an establishment that I had long been intrigued by, but one which I had also not heard much about. I was not overly enthused because I knew it meant I would have to break my long held rule of never ordering fish in restaurants (except for sushi). My cynical policy is based on many experiences both in restaurant kitchens and dining rooms alike.

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Li’l Dizzy in the CBD

May 14

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When first happening into the Whitney Hotel, notice that this old Poydras bank building is a study in preservation: the nearest office tower even tiptoes around it. Inside, vaults become meeting space, tellers take room registrations, and the marbled bank lobby is soul food oasis, Li’l Dizzy’s Café.

You have to admire owner Wayne Baquet’s choice for  his 2nd Li’l Dizzy’s branch. The dining room offers comfort in its formality, much as a very fine auction house or church if you like. It also has the allure of a place where political rights and wrongs are arranged. Think about that as the cornbread muffins, bread and  butter arrive, and order an iced tea.

A laminated menu features all you remember from grandma’s kitchen. Preparing for generous portions of fried chicken, red beans, gumbo, omelets, po boys and seafood,  be sure and listen for the specials. You don’t want to miss stuffed bell peppers, shrimp mirlitons or some other soul-sticking goodness.

For my 5th meal I received the bronzy, toasty, sweet-crab covered Trout Baquet (of legend).  That comes with 2 sides and a salad bar; which just so happens to be next to the regular bar… next time I’m getting a bloody mary.

And after you’re full, then they offer you dessert.

610 Poydras Street
New Orleans, Louisiana
Will be open for Breakfast from 6:30 am until 11:00 am Monday – Friday, all day on Saturday.
Lunch from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm and Sunday brunch from 10:00am to 2:00pm.

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Sushi (in Thibodaux?)

Feb 26

Posted by Cassafrass in "Down the Bayou" restaurant | 6 Comments

OK — So let me make a disclaimer before I begin this one.  I am in no way comparing this sushi to that of Tsunami in Baton Rouge or Lafayette, Sake Cafe in New Orleans, or even Osaka in Houma for that matter.  I don’t even really consider myself a sushi expert, but it’s lent and let’s face it — it doesn’t take long for one to get over eating tuna fish salad for lunch every Friday.

I went to the Rouse’s Epicurean in Thibodaux yesterday after work in search of something to eat for dinner last night.  While I knew they had sushi there, in the past it was not really edible and the fish was often “fishy” tasting and just not really good.  Well yesterday as I drove into the parking lot I noticed “Sushi” signs all over – and I was curious.  As I approached the sushi counter, I noticed new chefs that were actually there making fresh sushi.  As you glanced through the decent selection of rolls and items, they would assist you and even allow you to order a roll with whatever you wanted in it.  They even had summer rolls wrapped in lettuce and rolls made with brown rice for those that want to be healthy.  I chose the crunchy roll with cucumber and the spicy tuna roll both wrapped in brown rice.

sushi1 Sushi (in Thibodaux?)

Although not the best sushi I’ve ever had, it was fresh and tasted good.  So while I patiently wait for someone to open a sushi restaurant in Thibodaux to compete with Houma’s 4 and counting, I will definitely be hitting up Rouse’s again in order to save a drive to Houma.

Note: Apparently Rouse’s has contracted with a new company, so for those of you who were like me and found the sushi there pretty gross in the past, I suggest you give the new chefs another shot.

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Cafe’ Dominique

Feb 25

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So my girl friends gather once per month for what we like to call “girls night out.”  One night to break away from our husbands, work commitments, healthy eating (yeah right!) during the week.  Tired of the same old local favorites, we decided to try a new restaurant in Houma, Louisiana  – Cafe’ Dominique.  The actual place was warm and inviting.  I felt as if I were in an old New Orleans style restaurant.  The menu has an array of unique items ranging from your basic steak to unique and tasty fish dishes.

We began our 3 hour dinner with wine and appetizers.  I had the salad, which was delicious — cold, crispy, fresh lettuce (which was also chopped, an added plus for me because I hate big leaves of lettuce), topped with crispy bacon, blue cheese, and a very light and creamy buttermilk dressing which did not take away from the bold flavors of the bacon and cheese.  Another friend had the tuna ceviche which was just as delicious as the salad.  Yet there was one item that surpassed them all — THE SEARED SCALLOPS.  They were absolute perfection — buttery, plump, and just melted in your mouth.

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