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Where to Dine in New Orleans During COOLinary Restaurant Month 2026

Every August, dozens of New Orleans restaurants offer specially priced, multi-course menus to get locals and visitors through the sweltering dog days of summer during COOLinary Restaurant Month. It's a win-win: you get to try incredible food at a fraction of the usual price, and these restaurants ...

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CINDY BRENNAN: How Do You Red Bean?

When you talk about New Orleans restaurants, it's impossible not to talk about the Brennan family. And right in the middle of that legendary culinary story is Cindy Brennan, the co-owner and managing partner of Mr. B's Bistro in the French Quarter. Cindy Brennan grew up surrounded by food, ...

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CHEF ERIC COOK: How Do You Red Bean?

Some chefs find their way to the kitchen early. For Chef Eric Cook, the journey first went through military service before he came across some of the city's most respected kitchens, and ultimately back home to the flavors that shaped him. A native New Orleanian and combat veteran, Cook served six ...

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How Do You Red Bean: The Musicians’ Edition 1

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Why Are My Beans Still Hard After Cooking?

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Quick Green Beans and Tomatoes

Behind the Tradition: Supreme Rice

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Crawfish Étouffée Recipe

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How Long Do Dried Beans Last?

How Do You Red Bean?

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JOHNETTE DOWNING: How Do You Red Bean?

BRAD McGEHEE: How Do You Red Bean?

AL SUNSERI: How Do You Red Bean? The owner of P&J Oyster Co talks to Red Beans & Eric

AL SUNSERI: How Do You Red Bean?

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STEPHEN WALKER: How Do You Red Bean?

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How Do You Red Bean: The Musicians’ Edition 1

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ERICA FALLS: How Do You Red Bean?

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Welcome to Red Beans and Eric!

Red Beans and Eric is a place where food, culture, and community come together, no matter where you call home. Here, you’ll find comforting, home-cooked meals inspired by the flavors of southern Louisiana. But this is more than just sharing great food; it’s also about the stories, traditions, and experiences that make every meal special. So, pull up a chair, grab a plate, and let’s celebrate the spirit of New Orleans together!

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Eric’s Monday Red Beans and Rice Recipe!

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Eric’s Famous Slow Cooker Jambalaya

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  • CINDY BRENNAN: How Do You Red Bean?
  • CHEF ERIC COOK: How Do You Red Bean?
  • How Do You Red Bean: The Musicians’ Edition 1
  • Why Are My Beans Still Hard After Cooking?

Most Popular Recipes in the Community!

Monday Red Beans and Rice — An Authentic New Orleans Recipe
How Long Do Cooked Beans Last in the Fridge?
Chili Cheese Burrito inspired by the Taco Bell Chilito
Blue Runner Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Red Bean Jambalaya Recipe
Why Are My Beans Still Hard After Cooking?
Chef Isaac Toups Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Enchirito Recipe inspired by Taco Bell
How Long Does Cooked Rice Last in the Fridge? (And How to Tell When It's Gone Bad)
Chicken and Sausage with Okra Gumbo

Bean Recipes

White Bean and Ham Soup

Author Kit Wohl’s Red Beans and Rice

Greek White Bean Soup – Fasolada

Plate of Red Bean Jambalaya from Red Beans and Rice with pieces of bread and bowl of chopped green onions.

Red Bean Jambalaya Recipe

Homemade Red Beans and Rice that is Better Than Popeyes

19 of the best recipes for Hoppin John compiled by Red Beans and Eric

19 of the Best Hoppin’ John Recipes for the New Year

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