Important phrases, like getting yourpo-boyfully dressed and words like lagniappe for a little something-something.
What is Reveillon
Its French, for starters.
(Big surprise!)
Peter Frank Edwards.
In Provence, 13 desserts that represent Jesus and his Twelve Apostles were a must.
Like all good ideas, Reveillon spread to other countries, namely those with strong Catholic roots.
Reveillon became one of them.
Commander’s Palace.Credit:Photo Courtesy of Commander’s Palace
New Orleans in the 1800s was predominantly Catholic, which kept this tradition strong up through the 1940s.
During this era, the reward for staying up so late (or getting back up!)
Among those French Quarter dependables isMuriels Jackson Square.
The chefs pulled out all the stops for the special menu.
Today, he does the same as Executive Chef for the much acclaimedRestaurant August.
I have fond childhood memories of enjoying Reveillon dinner around the family table after midnight mass.
Thomas pays homage tocollectivememory by tapping into the knowledge of regular guest and local historian Bill Hyland.
Secondly, with a taste for a tipple.
Finally, with a packed schedule of reservations.
