Café Brûlot can also be made one at a time, perfect for you and a special guest. Or just you! Was the infamous Jean LaFitte involved in Café Brûlot's creation?

Sep 1, 2008 - Larry Ervin

How did both Cajun and Creole French refugee populations come to bring such distinct cuisines to Louisiana?

Nov 15, 2009 - Larry Ervin

A French bistro classic: mussels benefit from a hot herb-perfumed bath of white wine. Give steamer clams the same treatment. Or a mixture of the two.

Feb 6, 2008 - Larry Ervin

Yes it's similar to Chicken Cacciatore. Let the French and Italians quibble over whose was first and whose is merely derivative. What's important is that it's delicious!

Dec 1, 2008 - Larry Ervin

For Valentine's Day or at any time of year, adding spirits to a good cup of hot chocolate creates a warming drink adults can enjoy together. Try these five great recipes.

Feb 2, 2010 - Norman Kolpas

It feels like it is the capital of a small country, with its own language and traditions. Perpignan, or Perpinyà in Catalan, has always been a difficult place to rule.

Sep 5, 2008 - David Smith

Coq Au Vin is one of those dishes that you just can't forget. It is simple to make but the flavors are so complex it haunts you long after it is gone.

Nov 14, 2008 - Jackie Milligan

The 2009 Voodoo Music Fest in New Orleans, Louisiana is slated to be one of the biggest festival events of the year.

Sep 6, 2009 - Jennifer Brister

This recipe exemplifies the sumptuous cuisine of the Moghuls who ruled Northern India. Above all they are famous for their myriad preparations for lamb.

Feb 19, 2011 - Larry Ervin

Burgundy Beef is one of the 500 creative and comforting recipes in The Best Casserole Cookbook Ever - an essential cookook in every busy cook's kitchen.

Feb 13, 2010 - Liliana Tommasini

When Nottingham band Story One released their debut album for free online, excellent word-of-mouth created huge buzz for the follow-up. Guitarist Barny tells us more.

Mar 13, 2007 - Danny Brown