More Amazon Shopping #1 ~ Treme Cookbook

Treme Stories and Recipes from the Heart of New Orleans, published in 2013.  The book features recipes from chefs who have appeared on the show as well as New Orleans area chefs. Of course many of the dishes reflect the Creole and/or Cajun cuisine from one of the most celebrated places to eat in the world (in my opinion) , but often with a contemporary twist. As an example there is a recipe for Crawfish Ravioli with a Sea Urchin Butter Sauce - which personally speaking is a bit of overkill and seems to be a far reach to grab the "coolness" factor many new chefs seek.

The chapters are arranged by chef and highlight their recipes as well as favorite dishes from other restaurants and/or chefs. Selections include pasta, seafood, appetizers, soups & salads, breads, egg dishes, veggies, desserts and a variety of entrées, some of which are comprised of local game/wildlife (rabbit, quail & duck). The last chapter is chock full of a variety of beverages - ALL containing alcohol  (this is New Orleans after all!!!)

Scattered among the chapters are photos reflecting everyday restaurant life along with essays extolling a myriad of subjects from the history of bread pudding, signature sandwiches of New Orleans, Creole versus Cajun and the Gumbo controversy. Also mentioned are the influence on food and culture by Vietnamese, Dutch & German immigrants.

As a tie-in to the TV show, there are character profiles and photos of many cast members.