Archive for December, 2006

Willie Mae Seaton: Master of Cuisine

Sunday, December 31st, 2006

I’ve lived in New York City and San Francisco. I’ve eaten in Paris (and Lyon where people in Paris go when they want good food.)

To me, none of these places can hold a candle to New Orleans.

The secret is in the kitchen with talent money can’t buy.

Here’s just one example of New Orleans master chefs: Willie Mae Seaton of Willie Mae’s Scotch House.


The Southern Foodways Alliance is working to put Willie Mae’s Scotch House back in operation. Visit their web site to see how you can help.

Up from the Streets

Saturday, December 30th, 2006

“In other places, culture comes from down on high. In New Orleans, it bubbles up from the streets.” - Ellis Marsalis

New Orleans Mardi Gras Indians practice. Sally who sent this in says it’s from: “Lundi Gras. February 2005 @ Beans in Central City.”