As the year winds down, the holiday season is just ramping up. You know the drill: parties on parties, gifts galore, and oh so many sweets! Instead of falling back on your typical seasonal beverages (we're looking at you eggnog), we recommend switching things up with a handcrafted cocktail c… Read more

When Brian Landry's family gathers for Thanksgiving, it's more than a just a meal. The Jack Rose chef, who recently appeared on the Today show, celebrates the holiday with over 140 family members from his mother's side, a tradition that has gone on for 35 years.  Read more

National Bread Month is in full swing and Bellegarde Bakery is celebrating the occasion by releasing new specialty items. Brioche, pita, cookies, and pasta⁠—fresh or dried⁠—will all be available at the bakery this month. These offerings accompany Bellegarde's beloved loaves and freshly-mille… Read more

Justin Devillier of La Petite Grocery and Justine has another venture he can add to his extensive resume. His debut cookbook, The New Orleans Kitchen: Classic Recipes and Modern Techniques for an Unrivaled Cuisine, is officially available for purchase. The James Beard Award-winning chef and … Read more

Brunch is one of our favorite ways to start the day. Whether it's the beginning of a jaunt around town or a much-needed recovery meal (we've all been there), it's the ideal place to gather with friends. Seaworthy, known for it's amazing happy hour and atmosphere, started serving brunch Augus… Read more

Still planning your Labor Day Weekend 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 sur… Read more

Acclaimed chef Nina Compton is unveiling a new dinner series at her restaurant Compère Lapin, based on the cuisines of the Caribbean islands. The series, called the Island Hop Themed Dinner Series, will offer a different four-course dinner menu every week in September, each focusing on a dif… Read more

With over 100 restaurants participating in this month's Coolinary, there is no shortage of options for a delicious meal out on the town. Not only are there incredible lunch and dinner offerings, but several restaurants have added a brunch menu into the mix. Instead of sifting through each an… Read more

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

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

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