Much more than paella, flan, and empanadillas (meat pies), Islei1/2o cuisine reflects the diverse heritage of Louisiana.
The ingredients combine to produce a healthy menu of more than 800 dishes that range from Irish Stew and a Chow Mein Hot Dish to Chicken Cacciatore and a New England Boiled Dinner.
Other dishes are pure Louisiana-nine different recipes for gumbo, and two for fried alligator, for example.
And no one could forget the sweets.
One entire chapter is devoted to Cakes, Cookies & Candies, with another reserved for Desserts & Pies.
While others may eat to live, los Islei1/2os live to eat.