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A Cook-Off for the Coast
Louisiana Coastal Cooking is a new culinary project that celebrates the bounty of Southeast Louisiana and raises awareness about coastal restoration through the lens of food. This 13-part road trip will take you to small communities and out-of-the-way places - often by boat - to showcase the regional cuisine of the state's bayous and waterways prepared by chefs and home cooks.
A Cook-Off for the Coast
Season 1 Episode 104 | 26m 46s | CC
Today on Louisiana Coastal Cooking we check out wild game and seafood dishes at Cook-Off for the Coast, an annual competition that raises awareness about coastal restoration. Then we sample dishes that reflect the competition’s deep appreciation for outdoor life in Louisiana – cook-off crowd favorite Creole White Beans and Shrimp, Smoked Hog Sandwiches with Slaw, and Couchon de Lait.
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