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Where to Dine in New Orleans During COOLinary Restaurant Month 2026

Every August, dozens of New Orleans restaurants offer specially priced, multi-course menus to get locals and visitors through the sweltering dog days of summer during COOLinary Restaurant Month. It's a win-win: you get to try incredible food at a fraction of the usual price, and these restaurants ...

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CINDY BRENNAN: How Do You Red Bean?

When you talk about New Orleans restaurants, it's impossible not to talk about the Brennan family. And right in the middle of that legendary culinary story is Cindy Brennan, the co-owner and managing partner of Mr. B's Bistro in the French Quarter. Cindy Brennan grew up surrounded by food, ...

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CHEF ERIC COOK: How Do You Red Bean?

Some chefs find their way to the kitchen early. For Chef Eric Cook, the journey first went through military service before he came across some of the city's most respected kitchens, and ultimately back home to the flavors that shaped him. A native New Orleanian and combat veteran, Cook served six ...

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How Do You Red Bean: The Musicians’ Edition 1

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Why Are My Beans Still Hard After Cooking?

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Quick Green Beans and Tomatoes

Behind the Tradition: Supreme Rice

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Crawfish Étouffée Recipe

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How Long Do Dried Beans Last?

How Do You Red Bean?

TOMMY CENTOLA: How Do You Red Bean?

MARCELLE BIENVENU: How Do You Red Bean?

JASON HARDESTY: How Do You Red Bean?

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JONATHAN FLOYD: How Do You Red Bean?

MARK BOLOGNA: How Do You Red Bean?

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CHEF ANTHONY SCANIO: How Do You Red Bean?

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Welcome to Red Beans and Eric!

Red Beans and Eric is a place where food, culture, and community come together, no matter where you call home. Here, you’ll find comforting, home-cooked meals inspired by the flavors of southern Louisiana. But this is more than just sharing great food; it’s also about the stories, traditions, and experiences that make every meal special. So, pull up a chair, grab a plate, and let’s celebrate the spirit of New Orleans together!

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Eric’s Monday Red Beans and Rice Recipe!

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Eric’s Famous Slow Cooker Jambalaya

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  • Where to Dine in New Orleans During COOLinary Restaurant Month 2026
  • CINDY BRENNAN: How Do You Red Bean?
  • CHEF ERIC COOK: How Do You Red Bean?
  • How Do You Red Bean: The Musicians’ Edition 1
  • Why Are My Beans Still Hard After Cooking?

Most Popular Recipes in the Community!

Monday Red Beans and Rice — An Authentic New Orleans Recipe
Chef Isaac Toups Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Chili Cheese Burrito inspired by the Taco Bell Chilito
How Long Do Cooked Beans Last in the Fridge?
Why Are My Beans Still Hard After Cooking?
Red Bean Jambalaya Recipe
Enchirito Recipe inspired by Taco Bell
Blue Runner Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Chicken and Sausage with Okra Gumbo
How to Make Pickled Pork for Your Beans

Bean Recipes

White Bean and Ham Soup

Robert Medina New Orleans Red Beans and Rice

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Green Onion and White Bean Soup

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The Best Gameday Bean Chili with Chili Con Queso

Blue Runner Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Neil McClure’s Red Beans and Rice

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