Taking on The Big Easy with a Big 'Ole Bloody
As most of you know from my previous post, I spent my weekend in the great city of New Orleans, LA. For those of you that have never been to NOLA- you are missing out on a city that can turn from cultural and festive to drunk and ratchet just like day to night. I was excited to go to New Orleans for my boyfriends last formal, but I was also very excited to try their delicious food! Of course we got there too late on Friday night, but no worries, I managed to get myself a Lucky Dog to fill my hunger after a night on Bourbon St.
Saturday was a tough start while walking around looking for Cafe du Monde and then finding how long the line was. We gave up our hope on trying the Beignets this year (Sorry Brooke!). What's worse then a group of hungover college kids, you ask? A group of hungover HANGRY college kids (Hangry= Hungry+Angry). After stumbling down Decatur Street, we found The Corner.
I am not very adventurous when it comes to seafood and I really wish I was; however, I will never turn down delicious crab cakes or crab legs. What I found most interesting is that they had mixed in Crawfish to their crab mixture before forming them into cakes and cooking them. It was topped with a Remoulade Sauce. I never knew what a Remoulade Sauce was but after looking it up just now, it was invented in France and is used in many different countries. In the US, it is traditionally used in Louisiana cuisine. It is a mayonnaise base sauce mixed with Paprika, Creole Brown Mustard, some Ketchup, and Cayenne Pepper. Feeling brave, I didn't scrape it off and I actually tried it. It was absolutely amazing. Clearly, these Cajuns have got it going on and know how to do food.
Later on, the actual formal itself was a blast and the food there was great too! I always love going to New Orleans because of the culture they have there, it truly is a one of a kind place. I am glad that on this trip I got to try some unique dishes and drinks to share with you, but of course, I ended my night with getting a slice of pizza.
Saturday was a tough start while walking around looking for Cafe du Monde and then finding how long the line was. We gave up our hope on trying the Beignets this year (Sorry Brooke!). What's worse then a group of hungover college kids, you ask? A group of hungover HANGRY college kids (Hangry= Hungry+Angry). After stumbling down Decatur Street, we found The Corner.
The Corner seemed like a great restaurant/bar to fill our hunger needs, and they didn't disappoint. I knew I was home when I read on the menu "Worlds Best Bloody Mary's!" I'm sure you all know the saying, "The best way to cure a hangover? Keep Drinking." So we did. Unfortunately, majority of my group ordered Mimosa's but shout out to Dave for getting a Bloody with me. When I tell you this place doesn't lie- they don't. All I wanted to do was stand up and cheer "You did it! Congratulations! Worlds Best Bloody Mary! Great job everybody, It's great to be here!" But then I thought, I am not Buddy the Elf and who knows if I would have gotten kicked out, but man, it was good.
If that isn't the most beautiful sight you've ever seen, you're doing it wrong. Not only was the blend of tomato juice mix to vodka perfect, but the blend between seasonings and spices mixed in was absolutely incredible. This bloody came with a lime, olive, and pickled okra- I just kept the lime. Most people love other garnishes in their drink, and don't get me wrong, a pickle or a piece of bacon would have been lovely, but the drink was too good to even complain. Lastly, to top it all off, the bartender had an old bay seasoning mixture to coat the rim of the cup. When & If I get back to New Orleans, I know where I will be going to get my Bloody Mary.
While most of you are probably thinking, where is the food component? Here ya go! Our table ordered a variety of appetizers. From crab & crawfish cakes, to fried oysters, to mozzarella sticks (you're welcome, Tommy), to Alligator bites... EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS! I'm not going to lie, I was on Team Crab Cake & I made sure we got them.
I am not very adventurous when it comes to seafood and I really wish I was; however, I will never turn down delicious crab cakes or crab legs. What I found most interesting is that they had mixed in Crawfish to their crab mixture before forming them into cakes and cooking them. It was topped with a Remoulade Sauce. I never knew what a Remoulade Sauce was but after looking it up just now, it was invented in France and is used in many different countries. In the US, it is traditionally used in Louisiana cuisine. It is a mayonnaise base sauce mixed with Paprika, Creole Brown Mustard, some Ketchup, and Cayenne Pepper. Feeling brave, I didn't scrape it off and I actually tried it. It was absolutely amazing. Clearly, these Cajuns have got it going on and know how to do food.
Later on, the actual formal itself was a blast and the food there was great too! I always love going to New Orleans because of the culture they have there, it truly is a one of a kind place. I am glad that on this trip I got to try some unique dishes and drinks to share with you, but of course, I ended my night with getting a slice of pizza.
We felt the need to take a picture on a random street, with our pizza. Thanks for a great time, Tommy!
If you are ever in New Orleans, be sure to check out The Corner, I promise you will not be disappointed.
Lastly, since I didn't share any new recipes in this post, I'll be posting one later on in the week that I am dying to try. Wonder what it is? Brie is the only hint I will give you. Thanks so much for reading everyone, I hope you enjoyed my Cajun experience!!
XOXO,
Caroline
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