Community Spotlight: Alma Café
New Orleans has a culture rich in soul. There’s no celebration quite like Mardi Gras and the Cajun culture you get to experience when you visit Louisiana.
For an authentic taste of Cajun cooking and Spanish flavor in the heart of New Orleans, LA, the place to go is Alma Café. Rich in history and delicious menu selections, Alma Café can be your introduction to true Cajun classics.
The History of Alma Café
Alma Café is the flagship restaurant of Araujo Restaurant Group. Providing an authentic meal and telling the stories of soul through food is the goal at this café. Alma Chef Melissa Araujo aims to create dishes that reflect the Honduran heritage.
At Alma Café, the farm-to-table philosophy is strong. In fact, Alma Café is Farm to Table Restaurant Certified by the State of Louisiana and pays tribute to multiple generations with recipes rooted in Honduran tradition and culture.
As a modern Honduran eatery, Alma Café focuses on the ingredients and continues to develop their menu to create authentic meals that honor the heritage. Every gathering is a celebration of what means the most to the Araujo family, and they invite you to take a seat at their table.
Honduran Heritage in Every Dish
The menu at Alma Café continues to grow and with 90% of it locally sourced, it’s fresh and delicious every time.
There are a variety of breakfast options to start your day, ranging from small dishes to full-size entrees that add a twist of Honduran flavor to traditional breakfast classics, like eggs, omelets, and more.
You can also stay energized with a fresh cup of coffee from their coffee menu or try one of their Aguas Frescas, a uniquely flavored beverage.
Lunch offers small plates and entrees that highlight the Honduran and Cajun culture. Dishes like Enchiladas Hondurañas, Pollo Chuco, and Carne Asada are choices that really showcase the local flavor and family heritage.
You can also choose from a selection of Gustitos and sandwiches like The MAXX, Cric Cric Sliders, or the La Ceibeña Burger. Many of these dishes include Honduran Crack Sauce that’s a staple of the Honduran culture at this unique eatery.
With most ingredients coming from local farms in the area and a touch of Honduran heritage in each dish, you’ll taste the authentic flavor right away. We invite you to give it a try and see how much you’ll enjoy the classics close to their heritage.
Visit Alma Café Today
For people who love delicious food, sometimes you just want to let your palate explore and try something different. At Alma Café, this can be your way to dive into Honduran food and culture and see for yourself just how unforgettable it can be.
Be sure to visit Alma Café or order takeout and try some of their signature dishes. As a place that puts a touch of family heritage into each meal, Alma Café will make you feel like part of the family as soon as you take your seat at their table.
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