A few weeks ago, after attending an event at the Cita Dennis Hubbell Library in Algiers Point, I heard some locals talking about a cool new bar worth checking out. The Little House, 640 Bouny St., is a casual spot that opened in April selling wine, cocktails, and small bites out of, you guessed it, […]
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COOLinary Is Back This Summer With Great New Menus and Deals
August 2, 2023COOLinary, in which some of New Orleans’ finest dining establishments participate by offering specially curated prix-fixe menus at unbeatable prices, is back and there are a few specials I’m especially excited about. COOLinary is a great opportunity to try out that restaurant that you’ve had your eye on, all while beating the heat. Here are […]
Local Restaurants Are Celebrating the Summer With Special Menus
July 13, 2023You know I’m all about good eats and great deals. There are a few special food events coming up that I thought you might want to check out. Some are happening for a few weeks while another is one day only, so be sure to mark your calendar! Criollo, 214 Royal St., celebrates National Caviar […]
Summer-time Events Happening During July in NOLA
July 2, 2023Can you believe it’s already July? Summer events are in full swing, and if you’re looking for some fun things to do this month, here are a few options to keep you busy! Mister Mao Celebrates Two Years with Specialty Anniversary Cocktail to Benefit Southern Smoke Foundation In just two years, Mister Mao has become […]
JusTini’s Offers Fresh Take on Cocktails and Bar Fare at New Bywater Bar
June 29, 2023JusTini’s, located at 3162 Dauphine St. in the building that used to be home to Oxalis, is a new Bywater cocktail bar that is the perfect respite on long, hot summer days. Owner Jessica Robinson was born and raised in New Orleans East. She attended St. Mary’s Academy and then Southern University in Baton Rouge. […]
Lakeview’s Newest Hotspot, Outpost 45, Comes From Team That Opened Beloved Velvet Cactus and Wrong Iron
June 15, 2023Outpost 45, 900 Harrison Ave., named after the bus line that serves Lakeview, opened in May in the building that was once home to Mondo and later Elle J’s. This new restaurant concept comes from the team behind The Velvet Cactus, located right across the street, and Wrong Iron in Mid-City. Outpost 45’s partners include […]
NOLA Pride Events to Check Out This Month
June 8, 2023June is Pride month, so to get you in the mood, here are a few events to add to your calendar! Pride at the Pool Party at W New Orleans To kick off Pride month, W New Orleans – French Quarter is celebrating the only way New Orleans knows how – big. On Sunday, June […]
An Amazing Menu and Welcoming Environment Make Parish Line Bistro a Metairie Gem
June 6, 2023The owners of Parish Line Bistro, Gabe Corchiani, John Georges, Mickey Loomis, and Mickey Parenton didn’t set out to open a destination restaurant in Metairie; they wanted to open a restaurant where their wives could enjoy a good meal and a few drinks. In less than a year Parish Line Bistro has become a social […]
Gonzo’s Smokehouse & BBQ Is Putting Luling on the Map When It Comes to Great BBQ
May 23, 2023New Orleans might not be the first place you think of when you’re considering amazing barbecue, but a restaurant in Luling is changing that. Gonzo’s Smokehouse & BBQ, 12325 River Rd., has been serving what many consider the best barbecue in the New Orleans area since 2016. Owner Jason Gonzalez was born and raised on […]
Tubby & Coo’s Book Shop Can Now Come to You With Mobile Store
May 15, 2023Tubby & Coo’s Mid-City Book Shop, the local, queer-owned independent book shop focused on science fiction, fantasy, horror, romance, queer, and diverse books, is on the move! The shop will close its location at 432 N. Anthony St. and instead operate as a mobile bookshop. The final day for the Mid-City store is May 29. […]
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