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re: The ultimate eating & drinking experience in NO & BR?
Posted on 6/12/09 at 8:37 am to notiger1997
Posted on 6/12/09 at 8:37 am to notiger1997
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Two years ago someone out there had a big gator cooking on a spit. I hope the Canadians get to see that.
You should see us do that with an Elephant when we play Bama...........
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Posted on 6/12/09 at 10:13 am to TreeDawg
I expect an invite Treedawg.
Posted on 6/12/09 at 12:45 pm to Tiger Attorney
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I expect an invite Treedawg.
Open Invite TA, you gotta try some of that Sauce Picante man........
Posted on 6/12/09 at 1:09 pm to TreeDawg
I am all over it. 
I will bring some Jack...
I will bring some Jack...
Posted on 6/12/09 at 1:17 pm to Tiger Attorney
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I will bring some Jack...
I'll help you drink it..........
Posted on 6/12/09 at 1:18 pm to Solo
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Cat, Stella! is lightning in a bottle right now. Top 10 spot in the U.S. Gotta get it while it lasts...
whoa, whoa, whoa.....
Posted on 6/12/09 at 1:58 pm to el tigre
I stand by that, Tigre. Gimmie your top 10 and I'll see if I can make any arguments for Stella! to bump one. If I see Gramercy Tavern in the list, it is automatically bumped as I ate there recently and while great, was not on the same level. Yes, I just went there...
Posted on 6/12/09 at 2:00 pm to Solo
i'll formulate a list later, but imo Stella! is too much of a novelty/gimmick to be top 10 US. great? yes. but i really think i might tire of it fairly quick.
Posted on 6/12/09 at 2:02 pm to Solo
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Yes, I just went there...
Wanna be a balla, shot calla!
20 inch rims on the Impala!
Posted on 6/12/09 at 2:07 pm to el tigre
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Stella! is too much of a novelty/gimmick
Interesting take.
Posted on 6/12/09 at 2:08 pm to el tigre
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i'll formulate a list later, but imo Stella! is too much of a novelty/gimmick to be top 10 US. great? yes. but i really think i might tire of it fairly quick.
There is not a doubt in my mind that this is correct. I'm talking one shot deal. That is why I say get it while its hot. Plus, at some point they will inevitably expand into other restaurants and then the party is over. Of course, my death row meal is a muff and a barq's, so what do I know.
A top-10 list from any regular poster here would be a cool thing. Also, I've never been to Alinea which I hear is crushing right now as well.
Posted on 6/12/09 at 2:09 pm to Halifax
That's pretty awesome that you are coming from Canada to a game! One day I'll actually make it up to you.
If you do find yourself needing food in BR (say Sunday before leaving), try Parrain's for lunch. That will get you a good Louisiana experience.
Have fun and enjoy the sights, drinks and most definitely the food...bring your appetite because you likely won't want to eat for a week after your visit here because EVERYONE will want to feed you.
If you do find yourself needing food in BR (say Sunday before leaving), try Parrain's for lunch. That will get you a good Louisiana experience.
Have fun and enjoy the sights, drinks and most definitely the food...bring your appetite because you likely won't want to eat for a week after your visit here because EVERYONE will want to feed you.
Posted on 6/12/09 at 2:10 pm to Y.A. Tittle
and it's not saying i don't like it, i do. a lot.
my questions are:
1. can it stand the test of time.
2. if Stella! was in a major food city that was more progressive and less true to old traditions and very specific local cuisines, would it get near as much hype compared to other places in the city.
my questions are:
1. can it stand the test of time.
2. if Stella! was in a major food city that was more progressive and less true to old traditions and very specific local cuisines, would it get near as much hype compared to other places in the city.
Posted on 6/12/09 at 2:14 pm to el tigre
It's been around about 10 years or so, and I think it's "hype" is only really limited to certain circles.
For whatever it's worth, I wouldn't think it's one of the top 10 restaurants in the country.
It is probably one of the top 10 places I'VE been though, so that's just educated speculation, I guess.
For whatever it's worth, I wouldn't think it's one of the top 10 restaurants in the country.
It is probably one of the top 10 places I'VE been though, so that's just educated speculation, I guess.
Posted on 6/12/09 at 2:29 pm to Y.A. Tittle
I think Stella! has definitely gotten better over the last 6 or 7 years, my take is that he is going to go the Besh/Emeril route and once that happens it will never be the same.
I don't think it is gimmicky in the truest sense of the word, I just think that Boswell has to be in there doing his thing for the food to shine. Once he is off taking care of other places I have my doubts. I think this is true of any cutting edge type of spot. Charlie Trotter's jumps to mind.
I don't think it is gimmicky in the truest sense of the word, I just think that Boswell has to be in there doing his thing for the food to shine. Once he is off taking care of other places I have my doubts. I think this is true of any cutting edge type of spot. Charlie Trotter's jumps to mind.
This post was edited on 6/12/09 at 2:35 pm
Posted on 6/13/09 at 4:28 am to Walt OReilly
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If you would like you and your crew can come by our tailgate. We got the music, the booze, and the food. Feel free to come and make yourself at home.
Thanks. Will the nice lady in your avatar be there?
Posted on 6/13/09 at 4:44 am to notiger1997
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Commanders for lunch is an excellent idea.
If for some reason you can't make that happen, go line up outside of Galatoires at about 10:30 with bloody mary in hand. You will wait in line for a while, but the party in the place gets really good on Fridays for lunch.
The food ain't bad either.
Commanders, Galatoires and the Columns sound like a study in NOLA culture on a Friday afternoon. We were planning on playing TPC Louisiana that afternoon and taking in a high school football game that night. But I know that there will be a contingency of us that will lobby for the all day eating, drinking and people watching option. This will be a vigorous debate.
Can I assume that these places are also lively on Thursday (day and night)?
Posted on 6/13/09 at 4:50 am to Catman88
You guys are all right. The debate is: NOLA's best vs. tradition (ex. Stella v. K-Paul's). So little time so many options. All options will be discussed with my guys. Tough call.
Posted on 6/13/09 at 4:59 am to Solo
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Cat, Stella! is lightning in a bottle right now. Top 10 spot in the U.S. Gotta get it while it lasts...
That's pretty high praise. So you think chef Boswell is swimming with the big fish like Keller, Vongerichton, Achatz etc.?
Posted on 6/13/09 at 5:02 am to notiger1997
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Come back here in early October and provide more details of what you are looking for dining wise such as -do you want dress up and formal, how much money do you want to spend, what kind of food do you all like, etc.
I will take this advice. So far I am enjoying the suggestions, debates, invitations, and recipes.
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