Red Beans and Advice for Monday, Jan. 9

Being a good guest - and host

Since I moved to New Orleans in May, I’ve had a series of friends come through town. Some have given me advance notice of days, weeks or even months. Some have sent a text right before their next meal, asking if I’m free to join them.

It’s not my first time with the visitor rodeo. I’ve experienced it in Boston, DC, Phoenix and Ann Arbor. Friends who live…