A visually rich sampling of New Orleans' sweet tooth. This gift cookbook includes desserts gathered from 45 quintessential New Orleans restaurants and personalities, colorful histories of famous New Orleans original confections like Roman candy and pralines, musings on the significance of each dessert, and mentions of notable local restaurants where visitors can taste the treats for themselves. Selections include bread pudding from Bon Ton Cafe', pecan pie from Camelia Grill, turtle cookies from the once ubiquitous McKenzie's bakeries, creme caramel from Galatoire's, and creme brulee from Arnaud's Restaurant.