Chef Dwynesha “Dee” Lavigne has built her career on honoring tradition while creating space for new generations to experience the culture of New Orleans through food. A native of the city’s Ninth Ward, she grew up in a large family where the kitchen was the center of activity. From an early age, she ...
New Orleans knows how to throw a party, but Hot Dish 2025 isn’t your average fundraiser. On Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the city’s hottest chefs will gather at the brand-new Mister Mao Swim Club at The Maidstone for a poolside evening of bold bites, cocktails, and community. Presented by Les ...
If you’ve only ever cooked beans from a can, making dried beans from scratch can feel a little intimidating. But once you try it, you’ll see that cooking dried beans on the stove is not only easy but it’s also affordable, flavorful, and versatile. I put together this little How to Cook Dried Beans ...
