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I haven't found any good boudin in New Orleans. The Best Stop in Scott (near Lafayette) has great boudin. They also have cracklin for 7.99/lb. And you can get a big slab of hog's head cheese for cheap.

Thanks for the great comments! I'll be sure to post a report when I get back... I'm still debating going to Veyrat's (pocketbook issues), but we got a confirmation today for our reservations at Bras.

Thanks for your responses! It is good to know that we don't have to tie ourselves down with a really strict schedule (except for restaurant reservations). As for B&B's/hotels, we're looking to spend less than 100 euros/night. I think we'll try to stick with moderately priced meals, picnics, except for a couple of greats. I'm hoping we can do Michel Bras' and Marc Veyrat's. I think our main goal is to enjoy the countryside, take in some museums, etc. We also really love markets. Thanks again!

First, I want to tell everyone how much I have enjoyed reading through your wonderful posts! Second, I have a couple of questions. We'll be traveling in France with a car for two weeks in September. Would you suggest making hotel reservations ahead of time? If possible, I'd like to "wing it" but I also wouldn't want to get stuck paying an outrageous sum for an iffy room because of limited availability. Finally, I've only been to France once, so I'd love recommendations as to regions not to miss. We're in the early planning stages right now, but so far we are set on 3 nights in Paris, then some amount of time in Loire Valley, the Dordogne, Annecy region. Thanks in advance for your opinions.

I agree about Peristyle. It really hasn't seem "on" since before the fire...

Has anyone visited Herbsaint yet? An old review in a local paper didn't have great things to say, but a more recent one says they've got it together now. I'm thinking of going on Valentine's day. If anyone has info, I'd love to hear your impressions. If not, I'll let you know how it is.