I am in New Orleans for the first time in my life for my first ALA Conference!  I didn’t eat one full meal today, but in between registrations and check-ins, I was able to have a few tasty bites around the Conference Center.  Baby Arugula Flatbread with Shaved Manchego and Marjoram, House Sourdough from Feast, Warm Pork Fat on Toast with Thyme and Piccalilli (my stomach churned for a bit afterward, but it was so rich and cozy).  Finally, my indulgent version of bedtime tea and milk: Creole Cream Cheesecake with Chamomile to drink.  What makes a cheesecake Creole?  Oh my, a tangy combination of whole milk, skim milk, and cream with spiced Steen’s cane syrup and dehydrated berries.  Sweet dreams.