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You are here: Home / Lifestyle / Beer, Bourbon, Crawfish + Drum

May 14, 2009

Beer, Bourbon, Crawfish + Drum

We made it swiftly and safely to New Orleans – beer in hand on Bourbon Street!

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Our flight was quick and easy.

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That pear made another return! This time I ate him 🙂 I knew we weren’t having dinner for ages, so I had a bigger snack than usual –

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And I had a Vega Whole Food Bar.

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The bar was just OK. I really didn’t like it at first – the taste was very strange. But as I nibbled through (and I took a looong time to nibble), I liked it more and more for the seeds and other crunchy things. And the nutritionals are stellar – a lot packed into one little bar. I don’t like berry flavored things, so maybe I was just sent the wrong flavor. I’d like to try another!

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Soon enough we were in the French Quarter with Andrew!

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We had dinner reservations at 7:45 and decided to walk to K Pauls, our restaurant, and stop at a bar on the way. Andrew took us to an international beer house where we sample some brews

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I got a Lazy Magnolia Pecan Ale – YUM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! They were able to give me a 10 oz cup – loved that since I didn’t want to drink too much.

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Loved the beer!

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Karen stopped in a got a hand grenade. It was suppper sweet – not her style –but I think she liked it for the fun.

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NOLA has some funny signs!

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We went to K Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen for dinner – the founder of blackening spice!

We had the Ferrari-Carrano Fume Blanc for the table to share, and I had 2 small glasses throughout the evening (it was one of those “keep her glass full” kind of waitresses

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HOLY BREAD BASKET!!

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They brought TWO of these to the table – jalapeno cheddar, pecan muffins, biscuits and traditional rolls. Matt and I split one of three of them – SO GOOD!!!

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We wanted to do the food all traditional New Orleans, so Matt ordered the Frog Legs. I had a bite – just like chicken! The spicy sauce was actually quite good!

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Karen got the fried oysters. Best oysters of my life!! I had one –

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I ordered a house salad with dill dressing. Simple, but good –

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I decided to pass on an entree. Honestly, I could have just had bread, wine and salad and been perfectly satisfied!!! The Vega bar held me over really well (and the beer helped 😉 ) So Matt and I split the Blackened Drum Fish for an entree. It was good, but waaaay too salty. Hope it wasn’t that blackening seasoning!

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My salad-size plate with some of Karen’s fried flounder (which totally exceeded my expectations!) I had a piece of drum fish, veggies, mashed potato bite, flounder and another half of a jalapeno roll.

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Lastly, we shared a bread pudding seven ways! But you know what – that white stuff was butter and not ice cream. It was waaaaayyy too rich. Surprisingly, I only had one bite and that was enough.

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The boys decided to go out for more drinks, and Karen, Gran Bett and I walked back to our hotel.

I am really pleased that I am not too full or too tipsy tonight. Hopefully I can keep soaking up the NOLA fun without sacrificing my feel good mode.

Goodnight guys!

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  1. Linda says

    May 14, 2009 at 10:44 pm

    Look at all the good eats! I really fried oysters as well and those looked extremely tasty.

    Enjoy your stay!

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  2. Ellen @ Peace in Motion says

    May 14, 2009 at 10:59 pm

    I love how you share in restaurants. It makes so much more sense than ordering an entree per person, because restaurants give you so much freakin’ food!

    Have fun in New Orleans lady

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  3. Make Roux says

    May 14, 2009 at 11:07 pm

    So glad that you are enjoying my home! Have a terrific time and do not forget beignets in the morning!

    BTW, in case you do not know, Friday lunch at Galatoire’s is the place to see and be seen. Jacket required.

    All us locals go get a burger and a Monsoon or Red Turtle at Port of Call, too… Do not miss it! There will be a line. Wait.

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  4. Nicole says

    May 14, 2009 at 11:09 pm

    I’m glad you made it safely! Have a great trip 🙂

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  5. Help Meghan Run says

    May 14, 2009 at 11:14 pm

    Yum! Enjoy NOLA, looks like you’re doing a great job so far.

    www. HelpMeghanRun .com

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  6. Bec says

    May 14, 2009 at 11:24 pm

    wow everything looks so good at your dinner, can’t wait to see the rest of your weekend!

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  7. Lauren says

    May 14, 2009 at 11:29 pm

    Good for you, Kath… I probably would have taken out the bread basket…and the bread pudding!! Looks like it will be a fun weekend for you! 🙂

    Reply
  8. Amy says

    May 15, 2009 at 12:03 am

    Can’t believe you saw Kitchen Wtich. I LOVE that place! If you’re near there this weekend you shoudl take a look – they have new and used cookbooks and about 3 years ago at least had this awesome homemade cajun spice that is GREAT on sweet potato fries.

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  9. Sarah (lovINmytummy) says

    May 15, 2009 at 12:25 am

    SO FUN, though I almost threw up when I saw the bowl of melty butter puddin.’

    Come on, Kath…you know you thought of me when you saw that Huge Ass Beer sign. If only it had said Hugh Jass. 😉

    Reply
  10. Hil says

    May 15, 2009 at 12:30 am

    Now THAT is a bread basket! I’m glad to hear you’re having a good time in New Orleans so far.

    Reply
  11. j3nn.net says

    May 15, 2009 at 5:22 am

    Wow, NOLA looks like my kinda place! Bread baskets are my absolute favorite part of a meal. What a festive and tasty city. Enjoy! 😀

    Jenn

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  12. Mom says

    May 15, 2009 at 4:48 am

    Yes, I”ve never seen such a bread basket!

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  13. Jenn Eats Nutritiously Now says

    May 15, 2009 at 5:19 am

    Glad you got there safely! The fodd looks amazing.

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  14. Sarah says

    May 15, 2009 at 5:45 am

    Oh my…that pool of butter would have gotten to me too, Kath! Definitely a bit much.

    All the rest of the food looks delish though! 🙂

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  15. meg says

    May 15, 2009 at 5:47 am

    Glad you arrived safely! Looks like the trip is off to a great start!

    Reply
  16. Emily says

    May 15, 2009 at 5:50 am

    I was just in NOLA for a conference last month! One of my friends got a hand grenade, and it was super sweet. I have to be honest, though, and Bourbon St. was a little scary at night!

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  17. Sidi says

    May 15, 2009 at 5:53 am

    I love you, guys. You don’t waste a minute in your lives! Have fun!

    P.S. Kare looks amazing!!!

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  18. Marisa (trim the fat) says

    May 15, 2009 at 6:17 am

    I’ve never been to NOLA, but would love to!

    The rolls looks great! Have fun 🙂

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  19. Michelle Hisae says

    May 15, 2009 at 6:21 am

    Looks like “healthy” doesn’t fit the bill in New Orleans. But the food looks decadent nonetheless!

    Reply
  20. Angie says

    May 15, 2009 at 6:25 am

    What a fun night!

    Love the entree sharing! Such a great idea! That is one of my favorite ways to eat too…I love having lots of different bites of variety!

    Enjoy the rest of your time in NOLA!

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  21. Ali says

    May 15, 2009 at 6:33 am

    New Orleans is such a fun place! I went there on a Hurricane Katrina relief trip a couple years back. We obviously wanted to explore the city too, so we would do back-breaking work from 7AM-4PM everyday, and then go out on the town from 8PM-2AM at night. Tiring, but an amazing experience.

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  22. Nicole says

    May 15, 2009 at 6:34 am

    Yum! That looks like a great way to start of your New Orleans trip!

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  23. Christina says

    May 15, 2009 at 6:54 am

    I love how you know not to go overboard at dinners out. I’m gunna try sharing a meal next time instead. Meals are usually way too large anyway!

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  24. zestycook says

    May 15, 2009 at 6:58 am

    Great to see you in NO. Looks like you are having a fantastic time. Keep the pictures coming.

    zest!

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  25. RK says

    May 15, 2009 at 7:27 am

    Looks like you had a fabulous night. Whoa – bread basket!! It looks delicious – I wouldn’t have known what to try first 🙂 Great job with eating last night and enjoying everything in moderation. Glad you felt good about the night afterwards.

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  26. megan says

    May 15, 2009 at 7:27 am

    wow – great job on your food. that’s a great idea – just getting a salad, then splitting an entree, or trying other bites. i should totally do that – especially since, like you, I would be happy eating lots of the awesome bread instead!

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  27. JENNA says

    May 15, 2009 at 7:27 am

    what a fun time!! that beer/food looks so amazing! Honestly I can’t believe thats butter loaded on that bread pudding…yikes. 🙂

    Reply
  28. brandi says

    May 15, 2009 at 7:36 am

    glad you got there safely!

    the pecan ale sounds so good!

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  29. Faye says

    May 15, 2009 at 7:39 am

    Ditto on the signs! In Metarie, the next town over, there’s a sign I always saw next to my favorite sushi restaurant. It was a bar and out in front it said, “Free Head With Beer.” Choose your own interpretation….

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  30. Mara @ What's For Dinner? says

    May 15, 2009 at 7:45 am

    I’ve never been to NOLA and I’d love to go at some point!

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  31. Bekah says

    May 15, 2009 at 7:50 am

    Lazy Magnolia was founded by some of my high school alums!

    As a foodie in New Orleans, you really absolutely have to go to Dick and Jenny’s for dinner. It’s farther uptown, away from the more touristy spots, but WORTH IT. I went to school in NOLA and grew up a few hours away, and it’s the best, hands down.

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  32. Lisa says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:02 am

    I love the way you guys all share – it reminds me of my family! Whenever we get dessert, it’s one piece of cake or cheesecake – and seven spoons!

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  33. Viviane says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:03 am

    I have never been to New Orleans, but would definitely want to go now… it looks like a lot of fun!

    I am an absolute sweet tooth, but have never seen so much butter on a dessert… I can understand how one bite could be enough!

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  34. Victoria says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:08 am

    Looks like such a great time! I’ve always haven’t to go to New Orleans. There’s so much history there. Enjoy it!

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  35. Katie says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:24 am

    I am so jealous! We had reservations there on our visit and arrived and they had lost power, so we never got to try it, looks so yummy! However, we did manage to find plenty of other good food to eat while there haha ;).

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  36. Melissa @ For the Love of Health says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:24 am

    New Orleans definitely looks like a place I would love! Beer on the streets? I think so! 🙂

    That’s great you are having a good time! Food looks great too!

    Have a wonderful day today!

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  37. amanda says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:27 am

    I love NOLA!! Enjoy your trip!

    PS- Karen wins the cool mom award….I’m pretty sure my mom would balk at the hand grenades and hurricanes!

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  38. Stacey says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:34 am

    Ick. Too much butter makes my tummy hurt 🙁 They should replace that big glob with some ice cream!!

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  39. K says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:38 am

    Glad you made it!! You’re making me want to visit NOLA basically right now – it looks like great city!!

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  40. Holly says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:38 am

    NOLA looks like so much fun! I’ve never been, so I am excited to see the rest your trip! Have fun!

    Reply
  41. Vanessa says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:38 am

    I’ve never been to New Orleans. What a fantastic trip!

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  42. Lindsey says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:45 am

    I’m glad you make it to New Orleans safely. It looks like you’re having a wonderful time. 🙂

    Mmm that bread basket looks so tasty, especially the pecan muffin! YUM!

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  43. fitforfree says

    May 15, 2009 at 8:45 am

    What a wonderful dinner spread!!! have a lovely trip!

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  44. Amanda @ Cakes and Ale says

    May 15, 2009 at 9:09 am

    You’ll have to try out a raw oyster bar while you’re down there too! I hear they take their oysters very seriously in NOLA!

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  45. Kristin @ Iowa Girl Eats says

    May 15, 2009 at 9:42 am

    WOW Kath – looks like you guys are having a great time! New Orleans is on my top 10 list of places I’d like to go to in the US!

    Reply
  46. Allison K says

    May 15, 2009 at 9:51 am

    aahhh! That looks like so much fun, and your beer sounded divine!

    Reply
  47. Kara says

    May 15, 2009 at 10:04 am

    That bread basket looks like it would be the end of me!

    Reply
  48. Megan (The Runner's Kitchen) says

    May 15, 2009 at 10:58 am

    I love the idea of sharing in restaurants! In minimizes cost and waste while maximizing taste and variety. Have a fun Friday 🙂

    Reply
  49. Jennifer says

    May 15, 2009 at 11:25 am

    I lived in New Orleans for a few years, and I must say, I also have a picture of the “huge ass beer” sign”. Tickled me, too.

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  50. Heather says

    May 15, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    Glad to hear you made it safe and sound! I bet that flight felt like nothing after the one to Africa! 😀

    What a great first evening in New Orleans. Enjoy your trip!

    Reply
  51. Jenn says

    May 15, 2009 at 12:53 pm

    Mmm…a Mississippi beer…I approve! Enjoy and I’m sorry you learned not to run down Bourbon St the hard way…even thinking of running and smelling pee and beer makes me want to throw up. And it just gets worse with the humidity and heat!
    Funny thing is, it’s almost a nostalgic smell for me…gross.

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  52. The Duo Dishes says

    May 15, 2009 at 2:24 pm

    WOW. That’s a mighty pat of butter on that bread pudding. A bit too much! The frog legs are particularly enticing. Yum.

    Reply
  53. capedaisy says

    May 15, 2009 at 3:25 pm

    go Mom, go mom…way to live it up/that pic with the fancy drink is too cute.

    Reply
  54. Lauren says

    May 15, 2009 at 4:20 pm

    Fun times! My future sister-in-law graduated from Tulane last Spring, and some of your pics look familiar (Huge Ass Beers to Go haha).

    I love a variety of breads – these all look great! I also love bread pudding – but with a glob of butter on top?? Ew. I’ve seen chocolate sauce, whipped cream, ice cream, etc… but never butter.

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  55. Patty M. says

    May 15, 2009 at 4:46 pm

    I second the recs for Port of Call and Dick & Jenny’s. Both are always crowded (POC w/ tourists and locals; D&J w/ mainly locals) but worth it. POC is much closer to where you’re staying – on the edge of the Quarter on the Marigny side. D&J is uptown.

    🙂

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  56. Joanie says

    May 15, 2009 at 7:56 pm

    I’ve gotta get there some day. It is, after all, one of the food capitals of the world. Safe travels to you and hope you have a blast the rest of the time there.

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  57. Marianne says

    May 16, 2009 at 12:28 am

    That is butter on the bread pudding?! Wow. I can see how that would be way too rich, And really, why wouldn’t you want ice cream instead of butter?

    I would love to get to New Orleans one day – there is an awful lot of the US that I haven’t traveled.

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  58. kristieinseattle says

    May 16, 2009 at 2:49 am

    I love that you loved Lazy Magnolia’s Southern Pecan! It’s Mississippi’s only microbrew, and I’m very proud of my home state’s beer

    Reply
  59. Ashley says

    May 16, 2009 at 11:36 am

    Wow that is the most awesome bread basket I’ve ever seen!

    Reply
  60. tiffany says

    June 7, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    can i just say…both you and your hubby are both SUCH good looking beautiful people!

    Reply
  61. Meredith says

    July 18, 2011 at 1:03 pm

    I realize this is an old post, but I just wanted to comment that I’ve been to that International Beer House in New Orleans, they have sooo many beers! Did you buy a Chuggler when you were there? 🙂

    Reply

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