It is no secret that New Orleans is known for its one-of-a-kind cuisine and cocktails. Their restaurants are some of the bests in the world, and luckily, some of their top chefs have shared their secrets to recreating classic New Orleans dishes at home.

Whether it is attempting to fry up beignets in your own kitchen or whipping up a big batch of jambalaya, this book got you covered. And it would not be New Orleans dining without some recipes for cocktails to wash everything down.

New Orleans is a city profoundly influenced by the French way of life and this is clear in this book. Many of their great chefs were trained in France and you can see how they have adapted their French cooking skills to match the style of the new American cuisine.

The ultimate test is in the tasting, so do as the chefs do. Taste a dish and, if it requires something, add it. If it is good, leave it alone for knowing when to quit is equally important. Above all, allow yourself the sensual pleasure of working with the best and most beautiful foods in the creation of dishes that will be delightful to share with your family and friends.