We'll start our day by having lunch at Lil Dizzy Cafe. At New Orleans institution Lil' Dizzy's, the Baquet family has been serving up Creole classics for three generations.  This relaxed neighborhood joint serves up gumbo, fried fish, red beans, and other New Orleans favorites. The food is HOT and straight from the POT!!!!!!!

Lil Dizzy Menu Items (served family style)

- A variety of dishes from the menu that will be shared amongst the group

We'll end our day with dinner at Good Catch NOLA, an urban oasis for authentic Thai and fresh seafood. With a full Thai menu and a creative bar menu designed to accompany the tropical flavors of Thai food and the New Orleans cultural heritage, Executive Chef Aom Srisuk brings together the best flavors of the East with the best of the Big Easy. 

Good Catch NOLA Menu Items (served family style) 

-Chicken Satay

-Crispy Spring Rolls

-Deep Fried Oysters with Thai Dipping Sauce

-Papaya Salad

-Gulf Shrimp Black Pepper

-Deep Fried Seabass with Bird Chili Sauce

-Thai Pumpkin Custard

-Steamed Rice

We'll start the day at St. Roch Market - Food Hall. In October 2023, Kevin Pedeaux, the owner of CR Coffee Shop and a long-time vendor, took over operations of the market. With a passion for its history and a vision for its future, Kevin has committed to preserving the market’s legacy while fostering a nurturing ground for new culinary talents.

With 12 vendors filling its historic stalls, St. Roch Market offers a diverse taste of local and international cuisines, all under one roof. Each vendor is carefully selected for their unique flavors, ensuring that every visit is an opportunity to experience the culinary creativity that defines today’s New Orleans.

Our dinner experience will take place at Compère Lapin.  At Compère Lapin, Chef Nina Compton highlights the indigenous ingredients of the Gulf while melding the cuisine of her Caribbean upbringing with her culinary background rooted in classic French and Italian techniques. The result is an inventive menu that earned Chef Compton the James Beard Award for Best Chef: South in 2018, Food & Wine Magazine’s Best New Chef in 2017, the title of runner up on Top Chef, Season 11. Compère Lapin was named one of the most Esquire’s Most Influential Restaurants of the Decade in 2019, America’s 38 Best Restaurants by Eater in 2017, and New Orleans’ 2016 Restaurant of the Year by The Times-Picayune.

Compère Lapin Menu Items (served family style):

FIRST

- Tuna Ceviche/Coconut/Lime/Jerk Peanuts

- Green Papaya Salad/Mirliton/Tamarind Vinaigrette

SECOND

-Jerk Pork Belly/Plantain Puree

-Fried Chicken/Hot Honey/Coconut Grits

-Market Fish/Carrot Puree/Brown Butter

SWEETS

-Mango Crème Brûlée/Coconut/Lime

-Bread Pudding/Rum Caramel/Apple Curd

A one hour open bar serving House Branded Highballs, House Wines, & Beer.

Note: Food and drinks purchased at St Roch Market - Food Hall is not included in the cost of the trip. 

 ***Due to seasonal menu changes at the restaurants we visit, some menu items noted on the itinerary may change. Final will be distributed to food tour attendees one week before the trip begins.  

Prior to departing the city, we'll have lunch at Cochon. At Cochon, Chef Link has reconnected with his culinary roots, serving the traditional Cajun Southern dishes he grew up with. Chef Link and Chef/Co-owner Stephen Stryjewski are working with locally sourced pork, fresh produce and seafood, focusing on traditional methods, creating authentic flavors of Cajun country.

Cochon Menu Item (served family style)

COURSE #1: BOUCHERIE 

-fried boudin, creole mustard, pickled peppers

-house boucherie, pickles, house mustard, crackers

COURSE #2: CLASSICS

-wood fired oysters with chili garlic butter

-arugula salad, charred herb vinaigrette, shallots, goat cheese

-fried alligator with chili garlic mayonnaise

COURSE #3: ENTREE

-oven-roasted gulf fish “fisherman’s style” 

-braised brisket, deviled egg potato salad, jus

-smoked pork porterhouse, blueberry butter

-macaroni & cheese casserole

-bacon braised collard greens

COURSE #4: DESSERTS

-apple gateau, spiced pastry cream, vanilla ice cream

-pineapple upside down cake, caramel, ginger crumble

-peanut butter ice box, magic shell, honey caramel

After lunch, we’ll depart home.  A perfect time to chat with your friends about all the fun things you’ve done, the great sights you’ve seen, the great food you tasted, and where your next group trip will take you!  

 ***Due to seasonal menu changes at the restaurants we visit, some menu items noted on the itinerary may change. Final will be distributed to food tour attendees one week before the trip begins.