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{ BEST EATS } New Orleans
Dear Food Diary:
My trip to Nola was filled with good eats. I gained another pound just by looking at the photos again.
In an attempt to make my Best Eats list of New Orleans, I designed a compact, at-a-glance eating sheet based on the best individual dishes I had. Take a look!
[ NEW ORLEANS ] Walking and exploring Nola
Dear Food Diary:
My travel itinerary is usually filled with must eats and Nola was no exception. With all the good and hearty food, I was so thankful New Orleans could be enjoyed by foot.
Satisfied my tummy and treated my eyes to great architecture and art – no better way to enjoy the city in my book.
These are my days walking and exploring in Nola.
EL COLMADO at Gotham West Market: Tapas y Vino
Dear Food Diary:
El Colmado at Gotham West Market has been on my list from the minute they posted a photo of percebes. Before their Instagram post, I had only seen these intriguing sea creatures on t.v.
Last Saturday, I was all excited, only to be told they weren’t in stock. With that, I proceeded to eat and drink my disappointment away with tapas y vino. And boy, was I glad we stayed.
LITTLE SHEEP MONGOLIAN HOT POT: Winter Steamy Dipping
Dear Food Diary:
When it comes to hot pot, Flushing just rules over the other boroughs. With so many options, Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot is top on my list.
I couldn’t take this cold weather any longer, so we ventured into my old hood yesterday for some good old steamy dipping fun. Seriously, the perfect winter fix a train ride away.
My Snowman 3D Latte Art (attempts)
Dear Food Diary:
It’s been a crazy winter this year. With blizzard after blizzard, I’ve been hiding indoors (thank goodness).
My itch to build a snowman turned into my new fun obsession – 3D latte art.