There are many versions of rum punch throughout the Caribbean and in New Orleans…the Hurricane of course. Rum punch does need to be a sweet red insipid concoction guaranteed to give you a headache. Use the standard formula below from the islands or my variation and you will be pleasantly surprised. 1 of sour 2 […]
My Story: My cooking inspirations reflect a collection of memories, stories, family recipes, celebrations and traditions. My earliest memories were of my mom, Alice Walker Toca, in the kitchen, lovingly preparing home cooked meals every day for us to share at our family table when Dad came home from work. Exotic smells wafted from simmering
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It’s Carnival time on the Northshore. Most of my friends are busy beading bustiers for Diva Day. The Divine Protectors of Endangered Pleasures, the DIVAs decorate their bustiers with Mardi Gras beads during the year, then promenade in all their finery down Bourbon and Royal streets on the Friday before Mardi Gras, February 13. Accompanied
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