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New Orleans is home to some of the best cuisine in the US. From traditional Creole and Cajun dishes to innovative fusion fare, this vibrant city has something for everyone's taste buds.
With so many delicious choices, it can be hard to decide which dishes you must try when visiting New Orleans. So today we're giving you our top 5 foods you must eat while there!
1. Gumbo
Rich, smoky, earthy, and a deep brown color, gumbo is the heart and soul of New Orleans. It’s the perfect example of blended creole food that New Orleans is known for, and its ingredients are representative of elements in New Orleans history.
2. Muffaletta
This is a traditional New Orleans sandwich that’s served on a special, round bread topped with sesame seeds. Sicilian immigrants invented this sandwich for Italian workers in the area.
3. Po-Boy
Po-Boys are traditional New Orleans sandwiches, which consists of some kind of meat or seafood served with condiments on a New Orleans-style baguette.
4. Red Beans & Rice
This is a dish typically served on Mondays, and many restaurants will give you a bowl along with your meal.
5. Beignets
Deep-fried dough covered in sugar, need we say more?
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