Micheline Maynard's posts

Highlights of the local food scene, beyond the well-known classics like beignets and gumbo.

Every kitchen needs a parchment library. Here's what you need to know.

The sap is running earlier than ever, and farmers are trying to hold the line.

In New Orleans, finding great food along the parade routes is easy.

King cake gets the glory, but chicken pot pie is New Orleans’ latest trend.

It's the season for king cake, and the treat grows more beloved every year.

Avoid typical Airbnb pitfalls when putting together your feast this year.

The beloved California chocolate company screwed up.

Don't stress and stay up until 3 a.m. making buttercream. There's an easier way.

After disaster struck the company multiple times, the pies have finally returned to shelves.

The tools, appliances, and pantry items recommended by professionals to make cooking easier.

That cool, industrial look owes its popularity, in part, to Pinterest (of course).

Whether you serve it as a salad, side, or snack, this little squash is easy to prepare.

Some things to keep in mind if a cute mobile fruit cart rolls into town.

Queen Elizabeth loved tea parties, but Camilla’s specialty is cake.

Restaurants (and other food businesses) aren't perfect. Here's how to let them know they've made a mistake.

A refreshingly different use for end-of-season produce.

No need to pay juice cafe prices—just make your preferred variation at home.

A guide to what's fine, and not fine, to buy on the cheap.

Short-staffed restaurants can't create the community that a restaurant should offer.