A customer sips a martini at the start of his meal at Commander’s Palace. Landon NordemanAnother customer prepares to make his order. Landon NordemanThe commanding family of the restaurant: the Brennan clan. Landon NordemanChef Tory McPhail at work in the Commander’s Palace kitchen. Landon NordemanOysters and absinthe under a pastry-shell crust. Landon NordemanThe restaurant’s bread pudding souffle needs to be ordered in advance to allow ample preparation time. Landon NordemanChef Troy McPhail takes a breather in his kitchen. Landon NordemanA cocktail lagniappe ends many memorable meals. Landon Nordeman
