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Tommy Centola

15 hours ago3 min read

Different ways to prepare crawfish

I just returned from a trip to New Orleans to march in a St. Patrick’s parade. As much fun as that was, it was almost overshadowed by the...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 22, 20243 min read

Perfect finishing touch to Creme Brûlée

I was not a very mischievous child growing up. While in the kitchen cooking, you get to do three things that you were taught not to do:...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 15, 20243 min read

Elevate Frog Legs

I wish my wife liked frog legs. She said that she used to eat them when she was younger. Since she is not a fan, I don’t eat them as...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 8, 20243 min read

Three easy baking recipes

I am not a baker. I don’t have the patience for it. You have to be precise when it comes to measuring your ingredients. The hardest thing...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 1, 20243 min read

Different ways to cook chicken

Chicken is something that I could eat every day. The mild flavor of the meal lends itself to almost unlimited preparations.With the price...

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Tommy Centola

Nov 24, 20243 min read

Signature dish focuses on garlic

New Orleans is known for its talented chefs. I don’t think there is one with a better name that chef Susan Spicer. With her delicate...

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Cook meal from the hear on Valentine's Day

Tommy Centola

Nov 17, 20243 min read

Cook meal from the hear on Valentine's Day

Many couples dine in restaurants for Valentine’s Day. This is one of the busiest days for restaurants, which could mean a long wait for a...

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Tommy Centola

Nov 10, 20243 min read

Head to kitchen with tasso

Most people think of Tasso as a ham product. Ham comes from the hind quarter of the pig. Tasso is made from the shoulder. The shoulder is...

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Tommy Centola

Nov 3, 20243 min read

Try new version of gumbo

Gumbo and cold weather go together like peanut butter and jelly. It’s definitely a soup that you can eat as a meal. In New Orleans, many...

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Tommy Centola

Oct 27, 20243 min read

Soup is perfect meal in cold weather

I am not a cold-weather person. I’m sure that comes as no surprise to most of you. New Orleans is not known for their cold winters. There...

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Tommy Centola

Oct 20, 20243 min read

Quality of oysters winter really shine

The winter months are the peak season for oysters. While you can find them all year round, the quality of the oysters really shine while...

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Tommy Centola

Oct 13, 20243 min read

Beginning of Carnival Season

t’s that time of year again. January 6th ends the twelve days of Christmas and starts the Carnival season. People outside of Louisiana...

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Tommy Centola

Oct 6, 20243 min read

Take Different approach to New Year's

Pork is traditionally served for New Years. The Germans believe that it will bring you good luck, since pigs look forward while looking...

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Tommy Centola

Sep 29, 20243 min read

Traditions that make holidays complete

As I’m sure it is at your home, there are certain dishes that always show up on the Centola family holiday menu. Although they are often...

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Tommy Centola

Sep 22, 20243 min read

Three types of Pancake Batter

As a child, I always looked forward to the meals on Saturdays. It was the one day that my Dad would cook. He never strayed from his tried...

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Celebrating Christmas season with a feast

Tommy Centola

Sep 15, 20243 min read

Celebrating Christmas season with a feast

Now that December is here, many restaurants have special menus to celebrate Réveillon. This celebration goes back to the early 19th...

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Cookies to share, or just keep them for yourself.

Tommy Centola

Sep 8, 20243 min read

Cookies to share, or just keep them for yourself.

Sweets are very prevalent around the holidays. Numerous desserts adorn holiday tables. Many people gather friends and families to do...

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Tommy Centola

Sep 1, 20243 min read

A twist on Christmas Turkey

hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! I know that everyone is probably still feasting on leftovers. My thoughts have already moved on...

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Tommy Centola

Aug 25, 20243 min read

Focus on Thanksgiving Table

I can’t think of any holiday closer related to food than Thanksgiving. Although other holidays feature big family meals, Thanksgiving’s...

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Tommy Centola

Aug 18, 20243 min read

Holiday salads to try out.

The holidays are upon us. It’s time to start planning your big meals. Over the next two weeks, I want to share some new ideas to bring to...

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