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Gustav Predictions from FEMA

30 Aug 2008 No Comments

by ryanin NOLA Tags: FEMA, hurricane, NOLA

Remember this statement in about a week.

FEMA Director R. David Paulison tried to reassure nervous residents that the levees protecting New Orleans are stronger than they were before Katrina. However, he added that dangers remain that make it critical for residents to follow evacuation orders. [source]

Let’s just say I’m skeptical of that statement. Good luck, my New Orleans friends.

The 2008 Golden Clog Awards…

19 Feb 2008 No Comments

by ryanin Food, Made Me Laugh, NOLA Tags: Anthony Bourdain, awards, Food, NOLA, sarcasm

…or why I think Anthony Bourdain is the coolest chef/host/dude on TV.

THE DOUCHEBAG
For the best example of twisted, repressed, or compromised “I’d rather be making lemon bundt cake with My Cat, Mr. Mufflesworth” journalist who actually HATES food and hates the people who make food even more

Nominees: Alan Richman for taking a big Dump on New Orleans at the worst possible time. And for his totally disingenuous piece on celebrity chefs not being behind the stove when Alan chooses to dine;

(Reference material: The hit job in question, Time-Picayune article on same)

Check out the other nominees. I think The Doucebag (the Doucey?) is all wrapped up already, so tune or surf  in Friday for the other winners.

The 2008 Golden Clog Nominees Announced!