SIMONE SEZ: Voices of the South – New Orleans to the Deep Delta
For as long as I can remember, I can hear the soulful voice of Mr. Okra as he drives around his weather-beaten truck humbly gracing the streets of uptown New … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: How the West was Won on My Family Vacation
In a city famous for its towering landmark, the Space Needle, Seattle was a wonderful discovery of western traditions, food, and hospitality for our family. It was pleasing to have … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: A Place a Boy Could Not Forget – Cuba
As I sit here at my neighborhood pool, listening to my sons playing in the water, my eyelids grow a bit heavy with the repetitive sounds of their voices mixed … Continue reading
Valentine’s Day – Purity of Love in White Desserts
The sweetest part of Valentine’s Day is the luscious ending that comes at the close of a cozy dinner or creative gift – a blissfully-delicious dessert. And on this hallmark … Continue reading
Chef to Chef
One of the great successes of the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival is the way it brings chefs together who aren’t conventionally ‘Southern.’ Chefs from all over the region, from … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Guest Blogger Chef David Guas on Southern Camaraderie at Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
“‘Brutha Act’ My confidant and closest friend is in Atlanta – if you have any interest in food in that town, you’ve heard of Linton Hopkins. We’ve both gotten so … Continue reading
Chef David Guas returns to Today Show
In case you missed it live, chef David Guas of Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery graced the Today Show with his presence last week and took everyone back to … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Small towns, big trends
Howdy, folks! Reporting to you live from small-town Washington D.C. Last week’s post got me thinking about the rise of small-town barbecue onto a national culinary scene—a trend that was compelling … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Mardi Gras Takes to Arlington
Well hello there! Happy Mardi Gras to all! We decided to start celebrating bright and early this morning. It was barely 7 a.m., and we had the whole crew out … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Bayou Bakery Brings the Heat
What is it that draws us to hot and spicy foods? Let’s take hot wings, for instance (and I mean the hot ones). The first bite brings a little tingling … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Inaugural Sips & Eats
Today is the day! President Barack Obama has once again taken the oath of office, marking the start of his second term as president. The inaugural festivities have, for the … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Chefs Share: Santa’s Favorite Treats
Have you ever sat down and thought—really thought—about how amazing the work of Santa Claus is? I mean, here we have someone who hits every house around the world in … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: 12-12-12 National Cocoa Day—Toys 4 Treats
At the end of October, a number of cities along the East coast were devastated by Hurricane Sandy. Needless to say it stuck a chord with me, given the impact … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Thanksgiving: Fusing Traditions
When I say Thanksgiving, I’m sure a number of memories and traditions come flooding to mind: Grandma cooking in the kitchen, deep fried turkey, braised collards, sweet potato tarts. (Those … Continue reading
New Orleans Jazz in DC’s Backyard
New Orleans has clearly been on my mind lately, but I’m shifting my focus to a more positive note. A musical note. There’s something about the vibrancy of the New … Continue reading
