Author Archives: Danno

Wayne Jacob’s Smokehouse – LaPlace, Louisiana

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Danno

From Wayne Jacobs Smokehouse – Laplace, Louisiana From Wayne Jacobs Smokehouse – Laplace, Louisiana Wayne Jacob’s Smokehouse and Restaurant 769 West 5th St. Laplace, LA 985-652-9990

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Turkey Bone Gumbo

Posted on November 23, 2012 by Danno

From Nola Cuisine My annual tradition is to make a Turkey Bone Gumbo from the carcass and meat from the Thanksgiving Turkey, and use the leftover dressing in place of the rice! This is such an amazing and unique redoux … Continue reading →

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Cajun Cochon de Lait from Chef Frank Brigtsen

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Danno

A wonderful video on preparing Cochon de Lait from a young Chef Frank Brigtsen! My oh my do I ever love and miss “Great Chefs”! Enjoy!

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Daube Creole Recipe

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Danno

From Daube Creole Daube was introduced to New Orleans by the French Creoles who brought the preparation from their native France, where there are many regional versions of the dish. The Creoles went a step further and created Daube Glace … Continue reading →

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Shrimp Remoulade with the late great Chef Warren LeRuth and my late great friend Bill Moran

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Danno

I had many great conversations with my late friend, Texas Chef Bill Moran about Warren Leruth, as we were both fascinated by the man. Bill was a food broker during the 60′s and had many meetings with Chef Leruth in … Continue reading →

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New England Clam Chowder Recipe at American Gourmand

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Danno

From American Gourmand It’s getting into Soup and Gumbo season again, my favorite time to cook! I just made a batch of one of my absolute favorite soups, New England Clam Chowder! From American Gourmand The recipe is featured at … Continue reading →

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A Trio of Texas Barbecue at American Gourmand

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Danno

On my recent buisiness trip to Fort Worth Texas I had the pleasure of visiting three wonderful examples of Texas Barbecue all featured at my newest website American Gourmand! Angelo’s Barbecue – Fort Worth Texas (read full post) At Angelo’s … Continue reading →

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Cochon Restaurant Revisited

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Danno

From Cochon Restaurant – New Orleans, LA. On my last visit to New Orleans I stopped into Cochon Restaurant, which I had visited a few trips prior and absolutely loved, especially since back then, I was invited back into the … Continue reading →

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Boudin Recipe

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Danno

From Homemade Boudin I did a bit of a Louisiana Charcuterie tour on my last trip to Louisiana with Boudin, Andouille and Hogshead Cheese being the primary focus. When I’m home in the Detroit area and dreaming of Louisiana, Boudin … Continue reading →

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Andouille Sausage Recipe

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Danno

From Nola Cuisine I’ve gotten flack from a few bloggers about my use, or rather misuse of “Cure #1″ in my Andouille Sausage Recipe. If this recipe has failed you or has worked out well for you, please just let … Continue reading →

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