We can all use a break from time to time, but this rings especially true for mothers. Balancing kids with work and other responsibilities can be overwhelming, and sometimes you just need a night away. If you’re living in New Orleans (or if you wish you lived in New Orleans), here is a guide … Read more

Still planning your Fourth of July menu? While we love the classics, it's always fun to bring something new to the table (literally). Perhaps a bowl of the famous queso fundido served at Otra Vez or a platter of grilled clams, complete with spicy garlic butter. Chile-marinated crab is sure t… Read more

You never have to travel far to experience a taste of the Caribbean in New Orleans. The city's island roots are especially celebrated through cultural events like this weekend's NOLA Caribbean Festival. Over the course of four days, attendees can experience traditional and inspired island cu… Read more

Wine can be intimidating and Couvant, the Makeready French brasserie inside the Eliza Jane Hotel, wants to change that. Bisous Wine Garden is a new destination for wine lovers--no matter how knowledgeable--to relax while exploring a rotating selection of unique wines at accessible price points. Read more

Take the work out of planning your Father's Day celebration and opt for restaurants with specialty menus and fantastic catering options. Whether it's a 3-course brunch, a lobster dinner, or just a classic burger, these New Orleans eateries are sure to make the weekend memorable.  Read more

Charcuterie boards and entertaining are an undeniable pair. The meat, cheese, and the complementary jams and nuts arranged on top of a wooden slab has become a staple at any gathering. To ensure your board is not only picturesque, but actually providing nourishment, we turned to Martin Wine … Read more

We're saying hello to spring by celebrating all things oyster. With our favorite bivalves at peak plumpness, indulgence in this beloved culinary treat is truly part of our salty culture. Oysters on the half shell, just opened or chargrilled on an open flame, are in abundance during the coole… Read more

Happy hour is good, but a happy hour that includes oysters is even better. On the half shell, fried, or however you take them, there is a restaurant in New Orleans that will serve them the way you like. In honor of the 2019 New Orleans Oyster Festival, we've rounded up 8 oyster-filled happy … Read more

Barbecues and Memorial Day go hand-in-hand. Whether you're the one entertaining or volunteered to bring a dish, remember: the classics will always reign supreme. We've gathered three easy-to-recreate recipes from New Orleans eateries that will guarantee restaurant-level fare, without any of … Read more

Whether you're entertaining out-of-town guests, playing tourist in your hometown, or just don't feel like cooking after a long day of work, there always seems to be a reason to try a new restaurant in the summertime. In the New Orleans heat, however, it can be a daunting task at times to try… Read more

Brunch's palate-tingling combination of sweet and savory flavors, cocktails, and convivial vibes are all reasons why the hybrid meal has taken off in recent years. But according to Joey Worley, director of food and beverage at the Windsor Court Hotel, brunch is popular because it’s the ultim… Read more

Joy Wilson, baking instructor, food stylist, and author of three cookbooks has talent and personality in spades. Her social media presence reflects her popularity and devoted following attracted by her wit, sharp photography, and creative takes on everything from Sunday morning brunch in the… Read more

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Coquette, housed in an elegant two-story townhouse on Magazine Street in the Garden District, is the kind of restaurant that true foodies love. The menu is not pretentious, the dishes innovative with perfect execution, and the high beam is on the ingredients. In a city known for fantastic fo… Read more

Nowhere else on the planet can you find a city more appreciative of a good cocktail. Crescent City connoisseurs of lively libations know a good glass when they see one. When the temperatures rise, however, it makes thirsts go into overdrive. Read more

As the temperatures drop in late September and cooler weather arrives, the city is filled with the sights and sounds of al fresco dining. Locals and visitors alike flock to romantic courtyards and open air dining spaces to enjoy seasonal cocktails and the relaxed fine dining that New Orleans… Read more