One of the members here actually opened a restaurant in New Orleans. She used to be a regular poster with some wonderful contributions but hasn't posted in a while so maybe you could stop in and invite her back! Her screen name here was Vera Blue and her restaurant is Red Gravy at 125 Camp Street. If you decide to go, tell her Mama sent ya

! I haven't had the opportunity to go yet but I hear that the food is amazing! Here's the link to her website:
Red Gravy Cafe