Learn the secrets of local cuisine from the chefs who make New Orleans the culinary capital of the world!  Acclaimed chefs from throughout the area share their favorite recipes at free cooking demonstrations and samplings that are guaranteed to spice up your holiday.  Brought to you by French Quarter Festivals Inc, The Shops at Canal Place and Williams Sonoma.  Space is limited, so come early!  Demos start at 3pm and last about 45 minutes.  For more information, call (504) 522-5730.

December 5th: Mr. B's Bistro
Chef Michelle McRaney prepares Jumbo
Sea Scallops with Risotto Cake

December 6th: Mortons Steak House
Chef Derek Anasiewicz prepares Filet
Diane

December 12th: Palace Cafe
Chef Darin Nesbit Prepares Gruyere &
Onion Tartlet, Chestnut Stuffed Turkey
 and Beet Salad

December 13th: Commanders Palace
Chef Tory McPhaile Prepares Tenderloin
of Coffee Crusted Pork with Warm
Satsuma and Goat Cheese Salad

December 18th: The Bombay Club
Chef Nick Gile Prepares Veal and Stilton
 Pansotti

December 19th: Cafe Adelaide
Chef Danny Trace prepares Honey
Butternut Soup with Cayenne Pepitas
and Bocage Honey

December 20th: Court of Two Sisters
Chef Chad Penedo prepares Seared
Duck Breast a L'Orange with Sweet
Potato Puree