2025 Food Forum: “Come Pass a Good Time,” Presented by Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Magic Seasoning Blends

You’re invited to celebrate the culinary traditions and unmatched hospitality that make home gatherings in Louisiana special—from backyard boils to elegant dinner parties. Presented by Dr. Jessica B. Harris, with a slate of local chefs, hosts, and historians, the 2025 Food Forum will dive into the state’s welcoming spirit, blending cultural insights with practical tips for hosting unforgettable, joy-filled gatherings. “Come pass a good time” with us and come hungry—for food, stories, and inspiration!

Registration for the Food Forum and Food Fête is now open for HNOC members. Registration opens to the general public on September 29.

Learn more and see the schedule: https://hnoc.org/events/food-forum-2025

📷: Seafood boil, between 1970 and 1979, poster by J. Hensley; artist. HNOC, gift of Helen L. Schneidau, 2008.0261.4

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