Galatoire's: Biography of a Bistro

This celebration of Galatoire's, a restaurant renowned for its culinary art and French Quarter flair, features photographs, memorabilia, and 25 signature recipes. Presented is a description of Galatoire's appeal for New Orleans locals as well as its attraction to notable diners including Mick Jagger, Jimmy Buffett, Anne Bancroft, Mel Brooks, Richard Gere, U2, Tennessee Williams, William Faulkner, and Harpo Marx. Recipes for dishes such as Canape Lorenzo and Trout Marguery are included, as are quirky customs known as "the Line" and "Friday Lunch," a local tradition that occurs during the cocktail hour.Marda Burton is the author of 'Galatoire's: Biography of a Bistro', published 2004 under ISBN 9781588180711 and ISBN 1588180719.