The Gulf Coast Food Show

Send us Fan Mail An early sunset thwarts our original dining plans. Dinner at a Mexican restaurant in Slidell, Louisiana.  And when the weather gets cold, there's nothing like good company and a hearty meal to keep the spirits high. In the midst of our food adventuring, we're joined by Jenny, a foodie connoisseur with a unique dietary requirement - she's gluten-sensitive. Jenny brin...

Send us Fan Mail This episode serves as a feast of knowledge, exploring the culture, tradition, and tantalizing dishes that the South of I-10 is famous for.  Ever puzzled over the difference between Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) shrimp and fresh shrimp? We unravel the nuances and the potential minefields of mislabeling that can trip up the unwary consumer. But it's not all cautionary tales,...

Send us Fan Mail Hey there! Have you ever had an experience where exceptional customer service turned an ordinary meal into an unforgettable culinary adventure? Let me tell you about my recent trip to Shaggies, a restaurant nestled in Pass Christian Harbor. Our weekend getaway was made even more special by our amazing waitress, Jazzy. She recommended the sautéed crab claws and the firecracker shri...

Send us Fan Mail Let's talk about something delicious - the classic Reuben sandwich! We want to hear what you think - should it be grilled to perfection or served up as is? We tried ours from Harbor View Cafe and were thoroughly impressed. Let us know your thoughts, we're all ears! We recently had an amazing chat with Aliyah, who started her own food truck business at 19. We discussed al...

Send us Fan Mail My cajun friend Gary's infectious enthusiasm for fine dining and his recent experiences at Mike Anderson’s Seafood Steakhouse and Oyster Bar will have you packing your bags for a foodie adventure. From the welcoming ambiance and beautiful surroundings to the oyster-shell chandeliers and hardworking staff, Gary’s stories will make your mouth water and your heart yearn for thes...

Send us Fan Mail Ever been on the hunt for that perfect, authentic Chinese meal and ended up in a Thai appetizer sampler? That's precisely what happened to us this weekend in Mobile, Alabama. from honey bee conventions to cooking jambalaya for a crowd. So, pull up a chair, grab a drink, and let us spin you a tale. Imagine this: You've got a ravenous crowd of 150 people, and you're s...

Send us Fan Mail Great interview with Bill Rester owner of "Radish" and "Kaiteki" restaurants.  An interesting journey from teacher into the restaurant world.  And a few interesting tidbits as usual. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Years ago lobster was considered trash food and fed to prisoners, believe it or not. What makes a great muffuletta? We're also sharing a few restaurants we tried this week. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The tall chef's hat was necessary back in the king's day.  How do you give constructive criticism to a restaurant you like? Catching shrimp with the Casnet is fun, all on today's show. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail What an experience! We're going to learn about Georgian food, hospitality, wonderful people, and plenty of adult beverages. It's a long trip let's go! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Hunger pains determine what you like and what you don't like! I learned that firsthand.   Two new recipes, shrimp stuffed mirlitons, and Bulgur wheat salad. And a few other interesting things. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Are plastic cutting boards better than wood?   Let's find out.   Sweet potato catfish this recipe is so good you really need to try it this week. All the details on today's show.  Important note: I forgot to add cream with the sweet potatoes on the sweet potato catfish recipe.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Today we go behind the scenes with Miss Jenny, (my daughter) she explains how to contact the show call in, email, etc., and a little Chinese talk. Another incredible dip recipe. You must try it with your next get-together you're going to love it.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The results are in the brown bag wine experiment. You would swear you're looking at shrimp creole from New Orleans until you taste it, A Greek twist with a bit of West Coast flavor, something like Shrimp creole.  We just got almost 400 pounds of fresh shrimp right off the boat. I keep telling you to come down and get some. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Today we will find out why a New Orleans snowball is different from so many others. How did the hot dog get its name? we will find out today.  Our friend Charles from Mobile Alabama visits and gives us a unique twist on Caesar's dressing. Not just for salads if done, right Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Today's show reviews three new restaurants we tried recently. Great restaurant in Mobile, Alabama, Kaiteki, in Long Beach, and Fathoms restaurant inside the Renaissance Hotel downtown Mobile. We also explain why airline food tastes better on the ground than 30,000 feet in the air. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Today we find out if that three dollar bottle of wine I bought was any good. One of the most popular and tasty appetizers created in New Orleans is a must for your guest. It’s easy  inexpensive  and crazy good. Come with us to Bull’s restaurant in Long Beach. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Vietnamese Poboy the Banh Mi was fantastic. We'll explain in today's show. Rachel brings things down to earth regarding drinking wine for the average person. How much should a good bottle of wine cost? Does it have to be expensive? Where do I buy it? How do I store it? All were answered on today's show. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Is there really such a thing as Vietnamese / New Orleans po'boy bread, yes indeed.  Real authentic Chinese food where is it?    Is Mexican food here the same as it is in Mexico we'll learn a few details about that. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Can you tell whether not you were served fake catfish or not?  We discuss that today. Local grocery stores  =   better quality and variety.   We're fortunate to live in an area where grocery shopping can be fun because of our unique and quality grocery stores. We'll share a very good seafood restaurant we found way down south Louisiana in  Cut Off,  LA.  And much more. S...

Send us Fan Mail Let's take a trip with my friend Ed White to Greece, We'll learn about the culture the food and recipes that are very simple and so so tasty. Let's go!! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever find yourself cooking indoors and the smells just won't go away? Well, during our kitchen remodel we found an easy solution that worked wonders. And speaking of solutions, have you ever been out with friends but the music was just too loud to really chat? We know the feeling... what do you do? You may be surprised why the music is purposely so loud. Want a delicio...

Send us Fan Mail So you're having a casual get-together and you need to feed 15 people?  How about 48 cheeseburger sliders made to near perfection in 30 minutes. Today you will learn how to make something called Cajun Candy you might be surprised how it's made this stuff is truly addictive. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Hey there! Today, we're going to learn how to make fermented garlic in honey. It's super easy and has some really cool health benefits. You know how sometimes it's hard to get rid of garlic breath, what do you do to get rid of it? By the way, do you know what Jeep-In The Coast is? Happening on the Mississippi Gulf Coast this weekend! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail I'm currently in Mobile, AL exploring the local restaurant scene. I've also been researching the benefits of garlic and came across a delicious hummus recipe that really brings out its flavor. On another note, my friend Charles recently shared his childhood memories of growing up in New Orleans and the various shops he frequented, including butcher shops, sweet shops, ba...