Part of the reason so many tourists come to visit New Orleans is because of the food. We have some of the most flavorful, unique dishes in the world, and people come from all over just to try it. You may take it for granted, but you’ll be really missing these dishes when you leave New Orleans.

1. Gumbo
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The quintessential New Orleans dish. Doesn't matter if its chicken and sausage or seafood, you'll certainly miss this meal when you're away from New Orleans.
2. A Good Po’boy
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Preferably dressed, with a side of Zapp's chips, and a coke.
3. Crawfish Etoufee
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Don't try ordering this outside of Louisiana, you'll be disappointed.
4. Snoballs
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The snow-cones you find up north just don't compare. The finely shaved ice makes all the difference in the world.
5. Jambalaya
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This hearty meal is so good you'll be searching for recipes online so you can make it wherever you are.
6. Muffulettas
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From Central Grocery, of course.

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7. Red beans and rice
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You'll be craving this dish on a Monday, no doubt.
8. Crawfish boils
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It's more than just the crawfish you'll miss, but the experience. Hanging out in the backyard with your friends and family is what makes a good crawfish boil.
9. Beignets
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Donuts will never be an acceptable substitution for this tasty dessert.
10. Coffee with Chicory
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It's the perfect pairing to go with your beignets!
11. King Cake
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The good news about being away from New Orleans during Mardi Gras is that you can get your favorite bakery to ship you a king cake.
12. Bananas Foster
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The best ones are made table side.
13. Oysters
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Char-grilled, Rockefeller, or raw, New Orleans knows oysters, and you'll miss them when you're gone.

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