I saved the best for last. Well, the best meal for last. I had a late flight scheduled and decided to make the most of my last day in New Orleans. I had the hotel hold my bag and took one final stroll to the French Quarter. Before knocking off the last restaurant on my list, I dipped into Brennan's for a coffee and milk punch. It was freezing out and seemed like a brilliant way to warm up. After several cups of coffee and one delicious milk punch, I found my way to Sylvain's, another "must" according to Julia Reed.
This cozy little restaurant on Chartres St. has been winning people over with their hand-squeezed Bloody Mary's for a while. They come with lots of spice, just like I like them.
Although Julia's suggestion had been the burgers, the bartender claimed that the Short Rib Hash was the best thing on the menu. I didn't try everything on the menu, but I know that this was the best thing I had eaten in New Orleans. I love short ribs and these, accompanied with Yukon hash-browns, a perfectly fried egg, and airy toast, made this dish an immediate favorite.
I headed back into the streets and did a bit more shopping. Then, I grabbed my bags and headed home.
I am sure this is a city I will visit, and often. I have a desire to share this city, my spirit city, with my dearest of loved ones. New Orleans has a soul, one worthy of being shared.
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