Ah, it’s good to be back home. And it’s also good to go home! Had a great time down south and I actually miss it. Yes, I admitted that I missed it! Thank you to everyone for their prayers for my Mom, she’s doing great and recovering well. I truly appreciate all of the kind words and support, you guys truly rock!
Well, now I’m back in the “saddle” and there is something big happening at Samuel Barr Photography that has been keeping me very busy and I will let you know what that is very soon. But for now one of the great things about Louisiana is the food and the people there really know how to cook and how to eat! I always “watch” what I eat but this visit I actually had a little fun and ate a few things that are normally off of my health plan. And you wanna know something? It was great!
So, here’s a recap of my visit and I hope these images inspire you to throw the “book” away and live a little. This is the only life we have and we all have to make the most of it and enjoy it to the fullest - and that includes great food! Bon Appetite!
I flew through Texas this visit and the Dallas International Airport is a trip. You know you’re in Texas when there’s a “Dude Ranch” in the airport
I love airports in the south, where else can you get some good ole’ down home BBQ while you wait for your flight?
One of the best things in the south is Chick-fil-A! They have absolutely THE best chicken sandwich in the world! I don’t do the pickles and add cheese and despite its simplicity it is simply marvelous. So, since there was one on my way to one of my destinations I just had to stop in and check it out! ;-)
During the summer they offer a Peach Milkshake that is a must have for any milkshake lover!
Unfortunately, I don’t have an image of their chicken sandwich as it didn’t last long. Trust me, if you like chicken sandwiches then you will LOVE theirs!
During my visit I also had the opportunity to visit one of my favorite seafood places - Mike Anderson’s! Mike is a fellow LSU Tiger and he has one of the most popular seafood restaurants in all of Louisiana. I haven’t been there in years and it was like I never left!
Ah, this is love! This is one of my favorite dishes - Seafood Gumbo! This is the “before” picture…
…and this is the “after” picture. I didn’t “go into” the crab because I didn’t want to get dirty but crab, you’re mine next time!
This wasn’t one of my items but it is Mike’s world-renowned triple-mashed mashed potato with cheese and some other really fat stuff that taste great!
This was my main course - fried catfish and shrimp. I had to have some before the oil in the gulf started messin’ with the seafood. Hundreds of people are now out of work and possibly thousands of restaurants are going to be effected as the seafood from the Gulf is no longer safe. So, in a way this was a “farewell” meal for me. And “yes” it was good!!!!!!!!!
Louisiana is known as “Sportman’s Paradise” and everywhere you go you’ll find hunters and hunting equipment or paraphernalia. Mike Anderson’s is no exception and there is plenty in the decor to remind you that you’re a in sporting paradise.
Geaux Tigers!
This image didn’t turn out so well but “yes” that is a real Alligator! This is what greets you when you first enter the seating area. Bayou country - you gotta love it!
Now, no “real” Louisiana meal would be complete without dessert (although I don’t know where you’re supposed to put it as the main meal fills you up for several days). So, we traveled to a quaint little place that serves a Louisiana tradition - Beignets and coffee! Oh, how sweet it is!
New Orleans is famous for Beignet’s and in my humble opinion the best are found at Cafe’ Du Monde. But, Coffee Call has some good ones and their Cafe’ au Lait is not bad either. Ah, life is good and no matter how big of a problem you may face it all melts away with a good Beignet and a strong cup of Cafe’ au Lait!
If you’re ever in Louisiana do yourself a favor and enjoy some of the marvelous food they have. It is truly remarkable!
