Here is a link to KPLC video of me and John this morning if you care to watch it. I think it stay up there about a month.
http://www.kplctv.com/global/video/flash/popupplayer.asp?ClipID1=3708294&h1=Sunrise%20411%3A%20Arthur%20Hebert%2C%20Food%20Critic&vt1=v&at1=News&d1=217567&LaunchPageAdTag=Station%2015&activePane=info&rnd=14870556
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Last of the Black Beans
I buried some rotisserie chicken from sam's with the rest of my black bean from Jamies and topped with a jalapeno cheese. Made for a fine plate
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Strawberries and cream sorta of
I know it kinda looks yucky but I can assure it was divine. Strawberries and Creole Cream Cheese bought at the Red Stick Farmers market in Baton Rouge with some Balsamic Vinegar with cracked black pepper. Sweet, creamy, tart and spicy. All about the balance.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Jamie's Deli
Last Friday I went over to Jennings to make sure George and Jamie got a copy of the review. They had already and as with many establishments were happy about it. They insisted on treating me. I allow this kind of thing only one time. I am usually happy to pay my own way. I had eaten crawfish etouffee at Clark's so I asked them to give a sandwich that I could eat for supper. George fixed me up a Jamie Special since I had not got a chance to eat it on an earlier visit. It consists of the sliced Roast Pork with sauteed fresh Spinach, Feta and Provolone cheese.
As you can see below it is a nice substantial sandwich. The mojo pork with it's citrus element melds well with the green taste of the spinach, tartness of the feta and slight smoke of the provolone. I enjoyed it
George is starting a new Thursday special. Basically beans and rice. Each Thursday he do up a different bean. For last week it was Black Beans done Cuban style. He gave a small container so I could sample them. The best black beans I have ever tasted. Full of Caribbean spices and the mojo pork. To me black beans have a natural smoky taste. Between that and the spices I enjoyed it thoroughly
It is a pleasant drive now that the Interstate section at Iowa is finished. I think next time I am getting a George's Special.
As you can see below it is a nice substantial sandwich. The mojo pork with it's citrus element melds well with the green taste of the spinach, tartness of the feta and slight smoke of the provolone. I enjoyed it
George is starting a new Thursday special. Basically beans and rice. Each Thursday he do up a different bean. For last week it was Black Beans done Cuban style. He gave a small container so I could sample them. The best black beans I have ever tasted. Full of Caribbean spices and the mojo pork. To me black beans have a natural smoky taste. Between that and the spices I enjoyed it thoroughly
It is a pleasant drive now that the Interstate section at Iowa is finished. I think next time I am getting a George's Special.
Jamie Deli
OUT AND ABOUT
Jamie’s Deli du Monde
534 North Main St
Jennings, LA
337-824-7555
Monday -Saturday 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM $1-$14
E-mail from a reader clued me into this hidden gem. I do mean hidden. I passed by it three times at first try. It is in a building that has three stores right across from the Jeff Davis Bank parking lot. Once found it proved excellent. Basically a hole in the wall with limited seating, it is like a polished gem because of its nice clean homey feel, fine food and warm hospitality. Turning out mainly sandwiches and po boys once a month on a Saturday night they offer a prie fixe meal with international flair. This is because of the background of the chef/owner lends him to a multi-ethnic menu (New Orleans, French, Latino, Italian, etc)
I started off with a plain Roast Beef. This must have been like the original Poor Boy. On a Leidenheimer
(New Orleans bread company) loaf they put cheese then ladle on tender beef strips in a thick gravy, a knife and fork type of sandwich). Slow roasted hunk of beef that is pulled then simmered in fantastic gravy made for the drippings. Does not get any beefier or better than this. The other thing I had to have was a “Mojo” pork po boy dressed. Picnic ham soaked in a Cuban Citrus marinade and then slow cooked until tender. Then it is sliced and put on a loaf with cheese, lettuce and tomato, tender, moist and full flavored. I could exist on these two sandwiches for quite awhile and not complain.
Next round I brought some friends. While most got things I had got or was getting one of them went for the Jamie Special. It consisted of the sliced Roast Pork with sauteed Spinach, Feta and Provolone cheese. I did not get a taste (somewhat difficult with sandwiches and think this person wanted all to themselves). However it did look delicious. I opted for the Cuban. Sliced “Mojo” Pork, smoked ham, Swiss cheese and sliced dill pickle with mustard smashed together on flat sandwich press. The meats and cheese meld tighter and the bread collapses into a crisp crust with virtually no crumb. This one possessed a good balance of meat to bread. Most ones I have eaten had too much meat.
Last time in was Muffuletta time. In sesame seeded round loaf they started the construction. A layering of Genoa salami, smoked ham, and mortadella repeated twice then a layer of smoked provolone on top of that. Then came the in house olive salad. I really liked this one since it was not just olives. It contained marinated vegetables (carrot, celery, onion, and red bell pepper) cut in the same size as the green olives in tangy and luscious olive oil vinaigrette. It had a bit of crunch. The best muffuletta I have had in awhile. I also got a Lenten special which was baked salmon in lemon herb sauce pressed with cream cheese. Nice salmon flavor and vaguely reminiscent of lox and a smear on a toasted bagel.
I encourage all to go and explore this little place with the big flavors. Well worth the half-hour drive and back.
http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/21291050
Jamie’s Deli du Monde
534 North Main St
Jennings, LA
337-824-7555
Monday -Saturday 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM $1-$14
E-mail from a reader clued me into this hidden gem. I do mean hidden. I passed by it three times at first try. It is in a building that has three stores right across from the Jeff Davis Bank parking lot. Once found it proved excellent. Basically a hole in the wall with limited seating, it is like a polished gem because of its nice clean homey feel, fine food and warm hospitality. Turning out mainly sandwiches and po boys once a month on a Saturday night they offer a prie fixe meal with international flair. This is because of the background of the chef/owner lends him to a multi-ethnic menu (New Orleans, French, Latino, Italian, etc)
I started off with a plain Roast Beef. This must have been like the original Poor Boy. On a Leidenheimer
(New Orleans bread company) loaf they put cheese then ladle on tender beef strips in a thick gravy, a knife and fork type of sandwich). Slow roasted hunk of beef that is pulled then simmered in fantastic gravy made for the drippings. Does not get any beefier or better than this. The other thing I had to have was a “Mojo” pork po boy dressed. Picnic ham soaked in a Cuban Citrus marinade and then slow cooked until tender. Then it is sliced and put on a loaf with cheese, lettuce and tomato, tender, moist and full flavored. I could exist on these two sandwiches for quite awhile and not complain.
Next round I brought some friends. While most got things I had got or was getting one of them went for the Jamie Special. It consisted of the sliced Roast Pork with sauteed Spinach, Feta and Provolone cheese. I did not get a taste (somewhat difficult with sandwiches and think this person wanted all to themselves). However it did look delicious. I opted for the Cuban. Sliced “Mojo” Pork, smoked ham, Swiss cheese and sliced dill pickle with mustard smashed together on flat sandwich press. The meats and cheese meld tighter and the bread collapses into a crisp crust with virtually no crumb. This one possessed a good balance of meat to bread. Most ones I have eaten had too much meat.
Last time in was Muffuletta time. In sesame seeded round loaf they started the construction. A layering of Genoa salami, smoked ham, and mortadella repeated twice then a layer of smoked provolone on top of that. Then came the in house olive salad. I really liked this one since it was not just olives. It contained marinated vegetables (carrot, celery, onion, and red bell pepper) cut in the same size as the green olives in tangy and luscious olive oil vinaigrette. It had a bit of crunch. The best muffuletta I have had in awhile. I also got a Lenten special which was baked salmon in lemon herb sauce pressed with cream cheese. Nice salmon flavor and vaguely reminiscent of lox and a smear on a toasted bagel.
I encourage all to go and explore this little place with the big flavors. Well worth the half-hour drive and back.
http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/21291050
TV Appearance
For those who care to watch me I will be on Sunrise on 7 on Thursday April 30 at the 411 spot which is usually at 6:15.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Wine Dinner at Charley G's in Lafayette
April Wine Dinner
Join us for our wine dinner Wednesday April 29 at 7 pm;
we will be featuring wines from Turnbull Winery.
A representative from Turnbull will be joining us for the evening to discuss the wines.
Wine Dinner Menu:
1st Course
Cucumber Gazpacho, marinated jumbo lump crabmeat
2007 Sauvignon Blanc, Oakville, Napa Valley
2nd Course
Scotch Quail Eggs, creole mustard vinaigrette
2006 Old Bull, Red Blend, Oakville, Napa Valley
3rd Course
Peppercorn Encrusted Tuna, blue cheese & prosciutto risotto, fig dem-glaze
2005 Merlot, Oakville, Napa Valley
4th Course
Asian Marinated Flat Iron Steak, duck fat fries, aioli
2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
5th Course
Caramel & Chocolate Crème Brulee
NV Roas Regale, Brachetto d’Acqui, Sparkling Dolce Red Wine
The dinner is $100.00 and includes tax and tip.
We still have a few seats available so please call today, 337-981-0108.
Thanks and we hope to serve you soon!
Join us for our wine dinner Wednesday April 29 at 7 pm;
we will be featuring wines from Turnbull Winery.
A representative from Turnbull will be joining us for the evening to discuss the wines.
Wine Dinner Menu:
1st Course
Cucumber Gazpacho, marinated jumbo lump crabmeat
2007 Sauvignon Blanc, Oakville, Napa Valley
2nd Course
Scotch Quail Eggs, creole mustard vinaigrette
2006 Old Bull, Red Blend, Oakville, Napa Valley
3rd Course
Peppercorn Encrusted Tuna, blue cheese & prosciutto risotto, fig dem-glaze
2005 Merlot, Oakville, Napa Valley
4th Course
Asian Marinated Flat Iron Steak, duck fat fries, aioli
2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
5th Course
Caramel & Chocolate Crème Brulee
NV Roas Regale, Brachetto d’Acqui, Sparkling Dolce Red Wine
The dinner is $100.00 and includes tax and tip.
We still have a few seats available so please call today, 337-981-0108.
Thanks and we hope to serve you soon!
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