After our busy morning in the French Quarter and area ... we had worked up an appetite.
Our friend, Laury had planned for us to have lunch at a historic Bar/Café; the Napoleon House is a 200+ year old landmark in the French Quarter.
My research indicates the 1st occupant, Nicholas Girod, Mayor (1812-1815) offered refuge to Napoleon during his exile in 1821. He never did come.
The rustic decor and aged patina of the walls makes you feel the history transporting you to times gone by.
Everywhere you looked you could feel Napoleon's presence! Can you feel him watching you?
Specialty of the house is their Italian Muffuletta ...
A hearty sandwich filled with ham, genoa salami, pastrami, Swiss cheese, provolone cheese and italian olive salad originally made on "Sicilian" bread ...not sure if that is used today but it was delicious.
I found a recipe online for this "Muffuletta" that used a sesame seed coated bread, after filling/ stuffing the bread with ingredients ... wrap in aluminum foil, bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes until sandwich is warmed through.
Napoleon House is an unassuming building located at 500 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA.
When we arrived the garden courtyard was fully occupied, and we opted for a table in the bar area at an open window/ door with a view on the world.
Great choice! I felt like we were sitting at an outdoor "Café"... wonderful!
I can see why our friend likes this special place.
I wandered around after the lunch hour rush and was able to get a "postcard photo" of the courtyard dining area.
a beignet of course!
And there is still more to our day ...
