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Domilise’s

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It’s all about one thing here: the po’ boys. People will argue the best po’ boys are either here or Parkway Tavern. Either way, you can’t go wrong.

Cochon

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One of my favorite places to eat in New Orleans, and I can rarely decide on just one thing. Chef Donald Link is a strong proponent of using the whole animal. It’s upscale Cajun cooking at its best. They also have a terrific butcher shop next door.

Commander’s Palace

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One of the city’s great restaurants. Until Hurricane Katrina, it was the oldest continuously-running restaurant in the country. After the hurricane, they completely rebuilt it, restoring much of the original lustre. Their Jazz Brunch is legendary, and I just adore their genteel Southern hospitality.

Galatoire’s

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America’s oldest restaurant, still serving classic New Orleans seafood dishes by tuxedo’d waiters. Be sure to get the banana caramel bread pudding and cafe brulôt for dessert.

Dooky Chase

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Ray Charles, Louis Armstrong and other great musicians came here for homemade creole and cajun food in the mid-20th Century, and since it was rebuilt after Katrina, the food is a solid as ever.

Le Pigeon

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French cuisine lands stateside in this intimate venue. Le Pigeon 738 East Burnside Street, Portland, OR 97214; (503) 546-8796

Johnnie’s

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Forget what they say about Al’s and Mr. Beef, this is the preeminent Italian beef stand in Chicago (technically, Elmwood Park) and the lemon ice is unparalleled.

Arami

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One of my favorite sushi spots in Chicago; small, intimate and while the omakase (chef’s tasting) runs a tad $$$, selections are wonderful and creative without slipping into cliché (cream cheese, unagi sauce, etc.)