10/16/2026
When a James Beard Award-winning chef is behind the menu, you know I had to see what the fuss was about. 🥃🍽️
Made my way to Compère Lapin in New Orleans, where Chef Nina Compton brings her Caribbean roots together with the culinary traditions of Louisiana.
Started with the snapper dip served with plantain crostini, followed by the curried goat with sweet potato gnocchi. A combination of Caribbean spices, rich flavors, and Southern influences.
Finished the evening with mango crème brûlée, a tropical twist on a French classic.
A little Caribbean influence, a little New Orleans soul, and another culinary experience in the books.
Bon Appétit, Mane! 🥂