Strongly influenced by French colonization, African, Creole and American roots, New Orleans is the ideal place to soak up some cross-culture. This buzzing city knows how to have fun and is notorious for its annual Mardi Gras festival. On top of the carnival and mouth-watering cuisine (which hasn’t failed us!), “NOLA” has also been labeled the birthplace of jazz music and swings all night long!
To tune in, there’s no better place to start than Tremé. This neighborhood is recognized for its music, and has even inspired the famous HBO series of the same name. Since the entire city exudes melody though, there are plenty of places all around town to snap your fingers to the beat. Legendary Blue Nile, d.b.a, Snug Harbour and Vaughan’s Lounge are some of the head honchos where all the greats go to play.
Feeling hungry? You’re in the right place. From fried chicken and oysters to BBQ and crawfish, this metropolis knows how to get us drooling. Commander’s Palace and Galatoire’s are sophisticated seafood institutions (and do note that there is a dress code, so swank up). Stella! serves some succulent modern American tasting menus while K Paul’s Louisiana and Jacques-Imo’s (where they offer shrimp and alligator cheesecake!) are all about contemporary Cajun dishes. For some good old’ greasy comfort food, there’s Dookie Chase’s fried chicken, Café du Monde’s yummy sugar-powdered beignets, Southern Candymakers’ exquisite pralines (pronounced "praw'-leen”), Hansen’s Sno-Bliz’ refreshing funky-flavored snow balls – not to mention The Joint’s BBQ treats and Verti Marte’s addictively tasty sandwiches. As you can tell, this city ain’t for those on a diet!
To digest, there are plenty of things to do in Nola. Although sinister, it is recommended to go check out a cemetery, as they have a different way of celebrating death. Art is something else these fellas know how to commemorate, so head over to the Art district on Julia Street, The Presbytere Museum or the New Orleans Museum of Art and cruise the Royal Street Galleries.
The New Orleans Pharmacy Museum exhibits a collection of “voodoo” potions, which is an interesting way to understand the city’s Creole roots. Shopaholics: drop by UAL to get your hands on some discounted designer garbs! For some beautiful antiques, browse the French Quarters and while you’re at it, check out the French Market for some “typical” New Orleans dishes (and by typical, we’re talkin’ gator skewers and demon fire’s hot sauces!). Don’t forget to check out the swamps, but most of all, open your eyes, listen to the street-music, take a nice big whiff of all the flavors and spices – and take it all in!
To tune in, there’s no better place to start than Tremé. This neighborhood is recognized for its music, and has even inspired the famous HBO series of the same name. Since the entire city exudes melody though, there are plenty of places all around town to snap your fingers to the beat. Legendary Blue Nile, d.b.a, Snug Harbour and Vaughan’s Lounge are some of the head honchos where all the greats go to play.
Feeling hungry? You’re in the right place. From fried chicken and oysters to BBQ and crawfish, this metropolis knows how to get us drooling. Commander’s Palace and Galatoire’s are sophisticated seafood institutions (and do note that there is a dress code, so swank up). Stella! serves some succulent modern American tasting menus while K Paul’s Louisiana and Jacques-Imo’s (where they offer shrimp and alligator cheesecake!) are all about contemporary Cajun dishes. For some good old’ greasy comfort food, there’s Dookie Chase’s fried chicken, Café du Monde’s yummy sugar-powdered beignets, Southern Candymakers’ exquisite pralines (pronounced "praw'-leen”), Hansen’s Sno-Bliz’ refreshing funky-flavored snow balls – not to mention The Joint’s BBQ treats and Verti Marte’s addictively tasty sandwiches. As you can tell, this city ain’t for those on a diet!
To digest, there are plenty of things to do in Nola. Although sinister, it is recommended to go check out a cemetery, as they have a different way of celebrating death. Art is something else these fellas know how to commemorate, so head over to the Art district on Julia Street, The Presbytere Museum or the New Orleans Museum of Art and cruise the Royal Street Galleries.
The New Orleans Pharmacy Museum exhibits a collection of “voodoo” potions, which is an interesting way to understand the city’s Creole roots. Shopaholics: drop by UAL to get your hands on some discounted designer garbs! For some beautiful antiques, browse the French Quarters and while you’re at it, check out the French Market for some “typical” New Orleans dishes (and by typical, we’re talkin’ gator skewers and demon fire’s hot sauces!). Don’t forget to check out the swamps, but most of all, open your eyes, listen to the street-music, take a nice big whiff of all the flavors and spices – and take it all in!
Share Article 
