Why celebrate for only one day? Treat your Mom to an entire weekend of lunch, brunch, bites and sips! [Read more...]
FOOD & DINING
Tasting Notes May 2013
May 6, 2013 by
New & Notable Happenings in New Orleans’ Restaurant Industry [Read more...]
Tasting Notes April 2013
April 2, 2013 by
Have you ever munched on Chef Lisa Barbato’s three-cheese croissants or inhaled one of her breakfast bagels at the Saturday Crescent City Farmers Market and wished it could be a daily occurrence? [Read more...]
Weekend Cheat Sheet April 2013
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Weekend Cheat Sheet March
March 6, 2013 by
Preferred picks for the perfect weekend in New Orleans [Read more...]
Tasting Notes March 2013
March 6, 2013 by
The latest boom in the Bywater is Mariza, a brand new restaurant that features “honest, unfussy Italian cuisine,” created by Chef Ian Schnoebelen of critically-acclaimed Iris Restaurant in the French Quarter. [Read more...]
VERSATILE VODKA
January 5, 2013 by
Clear and odorless, vodka is a highly adaptable spirit, [Read more...]
Bubbly Holidays
December 13, 2012 by
We think more about sparkling wine this time of year, as it’s the festive choice for celebrations from Thanksgiving through the New Year. [Read more...]
FOOD NEWS | Managing a Vegan Lifestyle in New Orleans
October 9, 2012 by
Mission: Impossible? [Read more...]
Reeled in by Borgne Restaurant
March 5, 2012 by
Chef Brian Landry pays a culinary tribute to the Isleños [Read more...]
Complementing Tradition at The Irish House
March 5, 2012 by
Cupid’s Carnival
February 6, 2012 by
Mardi Gras krewes dish on their favorite romantic spots [Read more...]
New Orleans Food & Drink Guide
December 5, 2011 by
In a food-rich city like New Orleans, you’re as likely to have a memorable meal at a white-linen restaurant as the neighborhood po-boy joint (and these days, your nearest gastropub as well). With an eye on what’s new – and a few classics in the mix – here’s where we’re eating.
All in the Family
December 5, 2011 by
Pizzicare’s Community Support is Upper Crust
December 5, 2011 by
Vine Talk | Holiday Sparkle
December 5, 2011 by
A Commanding Holiday Dinner
November 4, 2011 by
Commander’s Palace’s Wine Room now open [Read more...]
Top 20 Wines for the Holidays Under $20
November 4, 2011 by
Get the best bang for your buck as Rouses’ wine expert and buyer Sally Culver shares her top picks for bargain wines.
J’anita’s at the Rendon Inn
October 4, 2011 by
A new location, the same delicious food [Read more...]
Eating Your Way to Victory
August 3, 2011 by
Quivering cubes of gelatin, juicy slices of syrup–splashed pineapple—not the usual way you’d take a Mojito, a Gin Collins, or a Piña Colada, but beginning this month, that’s how Daniel Victory will serve them at his namesake gastropub.
Chef John Besh Announces Chefs Move! Scholarship Winner
July 6, 2011 by
Chef John Besh offers a special opportunity for a special person [Read more...]
Two-Potato Au Gratin
June 22, 2011 by
Courtesy of Chef Gason Nelson, personal chef and owner, Full of Flavor [Read more...]
From The Russian River, With Love
May 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Grace your table with a distinct Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Sonoma County [Read more...]
Vivaldi or Journey: Who’s Playing in Your Wine Cellar?
May 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Build a wine collection that hits the high notes. Here, two experts show you how: [Read more...]
A True Taste of Italy
May 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A Flair for Flavor
April 18, 2011 by
Gautreau’s acclaimed young chef, Sue Zemanick, competes on Bravo’s Top Chef Masters [Read more...]
60 Seconds with Alon Shaya
March 11, 2011 by Leave a Comment
60 Seconds with Alon Shaya [Read more...]
Lose Weight and Celebrate with Louisiana Seafood
March 11, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Louisiana Seafood Celebration kicks off March 9 [Read more...]
A Toast to Wine Pairings
March 11, 2011 by
How to choose the best wines for your dinner party [Read more...]
Cut-rate Reds
February 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Affordable, high-quality wine is out there,
you just need to know where to look [Read more...]
The Better Port of Winter
January 3, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Warm up with a glass of Portugal’s finest [Read more...]
60 Seconds With Chef Alex Harrell From Sylvain
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60 Seconds With Chef Alex Harrell From Sylvain [Read more...]
Bust Out the Bubbles
December 3, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Make the season sparkle with a glass of the good stuff [Read more...]
As You Like It
November 8, 2010 by Leave a Comment
When choosing the perfect wine, forget what you’ve been told Roasted turkey, [Read more...]
60 Seconds with Chef EDGAR CARO
November 8, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Baru Bistro & Tapas, 3700 Magazine St., 895-2225 [Read more...]
Red Alert
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60 Seconds With Matt Guidry
October 15, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Chef/co-owner of Meauxbar Bistro [Read more...]
Bon Apetit September
September 23, 2010 by
In a city that resonates French food, culture and nomenclature, we often lose sight of the significant contributions, particularly within the culinary world, imparted by Spanish settlers. Luckily we have chefs like Glen Hogh of Vega Tapas Cafe who possess an unbridled passion for Spain. He has made it his mission to promote the diverse cultural history that Spain has provided to New Orleans. [Read more...]
Lay Off the Bottle
August 16, 2010 by
For palatable, portable wine, it’s time to think inside the box [Read more...]
Pho-get About It
May 7, 2010 by
Vietnamese food offers many delightful dishes beyond pho and bánh mì [Read more...]
Navigating NOWFE
May 7, 2010 by
Steps to sipping and sampling your way through the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience [Read more...]
The Light Stuff
April 9, 2010 by
White wines are the perfect complement to sunshiny spring days [Read more...]
You Be the Judge
March 5, 2010 by
Sure you can learn to swirl, sniff and spit, but individual taste should guide you [Read more...]
Paradise of the Pacific
February 5, 2010 by
New Zealand’s wines come into their own, with The Crossings leading the way [Read more...]
Life’s a Beach
January 9, 2010 by
Especially during this four-day wine and food festival on Florida’s Gulf Coast [Read more...]
Resolutions, Schmesolutions
January 9, 2010 by
There’s too much good food out there to consider making one of those! [Read more...]
Dreaming of a White (or Red) Christmas
December 9, 2009 by
Twenty top wine gifts to lift holiday spirits [Read more...]
Bubbly Conversation
November 17, 2009 by
Clovis Taittinger, the heir apparent to the famous Champagne house, talks about his family’s pride and joy [Read more...]
The Latest and Greatest
November 17, 2009 by
New food trends and the reappearance of old favorites [Read more...]
Finding Euphoria
October 27, 2009 by
A small town South Carolina festival delivers big-time [Read more...]
Change Is (Mmm, Mmm) Good
October 27, 2009 by
As the weather turns cooler, the dining scene heats up [Read more...]
Out of the Blues
September 14, 2009 by
Lift your mood and inspire the palate: Discover a world of exciting new foods and restaurants [Read more...]
So Long, Summer?
August 20, 2009 by
School may be starting soon, but seasonal menus beat the heat [Read more...]
My Grape Escape
August 20, 2009 by
Once again, Napa Valley proved to be an enchanting destination for this wine lover [Read more...]
Love in a Bottle
June 4, 2009 by
Through hard work and mutual respect, a Napa Valley family has created the über-successful Cakebread Cellars [Read more...]
Bye-Bye Bikini
June 4, 2009 by
With all these glorious eats, a trip to the beach may have to be put on the back burner [Read more...]
The Skinny on Beef
June 4, 2009 by
Red meat can be part of a healthy diet—in moderation [Read more...]
A Culinary Ambassador
June 4, 2009 by
Chef John Folse is known the world over as an authority on Cajun and Creole cuisine
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Great White Hope
May 4, 2009 by
A Life in the Kitchen
May 4, 2009 by
Cooking since he was a teenager, Gus Martin now uses his expertise at Muriel’s Jackson Square [Read more...]
This Spud’s for You
April 2, 2009 by
The underappreciated potato finally gets its due [Read more...]
Life at the Top
April 2, 2009 by
Bravo’s king of the cooks is enjoying celebrity status [Read more...]
Get Your Eat On
April 2, 2009 by
With food-centric festivals and celebrations galore, there’s no shortage of amazing food to try [Read more...]
Crimson Cocktails
April 2, 2009 by
Use strawberries to add color, sweetness and flair to springtime spirits [Read more...]
Back to the Cabbage Patch
March 5, 2009 by
Enjoy the taste and health benefits of this leafy green vegetable [Read more...]
Sacred Traditions
March 5, 2009 by
The Irish and Italians celebrate their heritage this month with food aplenty [Read more...]
Rhubarb Renaissance
March 5, 2009 by
Land of Plenty
March 5, 2009 by
Cambria Winery reaches out to New Orleans through the Make It Right Foundation [Read more...]
Juiced Up
January 30, 2009 by
The blood orange, that darling of the citrus family, makes for delicious crimson cocktails [Read more...]
When One Door Closes …
January 29, 2009 by
A rash of new restaurant openings in time for Mardi Gras [Read more...]
The New Grande Dame
January 29, 2009 by
At the helm of renowned French champagne house Veuve Clicquot is another assertive woman [Read more...]
One in a Million
December 30, 2008 by
Scott Snodgrass’ Riverbend restaurant takes the neighborhood eatery to new heights [Read more...]
Sweet Treats and Savory Fare
December 30, 2008 by
From cupcakes to cochon de lait, there’s no shortage of enticing indulgences to try
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One Fine Wine
December 30, 2008 by
Pour yourself a port and chances are you’ll instantly become a devotee [Read more...]
Comfort and Joy
December 8, 2008 by
New eateries and familiar favorites are sure to spice up your holiday season [Read more...]
One Incredible, Edible Egg
December 8, 2008 by
Delicate caviar can turn a ho-hum holiday party into a truly elegant affair [Read more...]
Seasonal Sparklers
December 8, 2008 by
Times might be tight, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t enjoy a little holiday cheer [Read more...]
Pomegranate Pizzaz
December 8, 2008 by
Loa’s mixologist dreams up delicious fruit cocktails [Read more...]
Feast on This!
November 12, 2008 by
Turkey and all the trimmings serve up delicious health benefits [Read more...]
Drink to the Day
November 11, 2008 by
Celebrate the end of Prohibition with a Rob Roy [Read more...]
A Season of Change
November 10, 2008 by
New restaurants open their doors and fall menus get a revamp [Read more...]
Great Places for Gumbo
November 10, 2008 by
Ask any local who makes the best gumbo in town and the typical answer is “my grandma,” or perhaps “my mama.” [Read more...]
Common Scents
November 10, 2008 by
Classic holiday spices offer more than just good tastes [Read more...]
Attaining Nirvana
November 10, 2008 by
Zoë chef Roberto Bustillo will enlighten your palate with his culinary artistry [Read more...]
The Rewards of Riesling
November 10, 2008 by
Winemakers sing the praises of this versatile grape [Read more...]
Oh My Gourd!
October 9, 2008 by
Celebrate the bounty of fall by eating pumpkin, not just carving it [Read more...]
A Full Plate
October 9, 2008 by
From pork to peppers, there’s a food festival to match any craving [Read more...]
Minty Fresh
August 25, 2008 by
If you want a cool summer cocktail, look no further than an herbalicious mojito [Read more...]
Chills and Thrills
August 25, 2008 by
Refreshing frozen treats are cold comfort in the summertime heat [Read more...]
Food for Thought
August 25, 2008 by
The SoFAB Museum celebrates the food and drink of the South [Read more...]
Grilling and Chilling
July 14, 2008 by
At your next backyard barbecue, pass on a cold one and reach for these smokin’ wines [Read more...]
Seven Simple Steps to Better Grilling
July 14, 2008 by
Nothing is more satisfying to a carnivore than a tender, juicy, perfectly cooked prime cut of beef. But, for those of us who are not professional chefs, how can we guarantee such a succulent steak at home? Well, New Orleans Living posed that very question to steak expert executive chef Jack Martinez, of Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse, and he promises that if you follow his seven simple steps, you too can create your own steak masterpiece! [Read more...]
Get It While It’s Hot
July 14, 2008 by
Catfish, watermelon and cocktails are a salute to summer [Read more...]
Two-for-One Drink Specialists
July 14, 2008 by
Husband-and-wife team mix up a potent cocktail event [Read more...]
Top Banana
June 1, 2008 by
The plantain—that most misunderstood fruit—finds its place in a tropical cocktail [Read more...]
Bubbly on a Budget
June 1, 2008 by
Pop the cork of an inexpensive bottle and be pleasantly surprised [Read more...]
Say Cheese!
June 1, 2008 by
Get the party started with a picture-perfect plate of artisanal delights [Read more...]
Cooking the Classics
June 1, 2008 by
Legendary seafood dishes are spotlighted in Kit Wohl’s fabulous new recipe book [Read more...]
Exploring Alsace Wines
May 17, 2008 by
It may be the smallest region in France, but what Alsace lacks in size, it more than makes up for with its breathtaking views, mouthwatering cuisine and exceptionally well-made wines. [Read more...]
When It Rains It Pours
April 9, 2008 by
Louisiana is awash in festivals all month long [Read more...]
Where to dine in Lakeview
April 9, 2008 by
Lakeview Harbor
911 Harrison Ave.
Bring your Hungry Man–sized appetite with you to Lakeview Harbor, known for its terrific pub-style food, including juicy, mammoth hamburgers dressed how you like and enormous baked potatoes with all the fixings. It’s next to impossible to leave hungry.
Dixie Chicken and Ribs
6264 Argonne Blvd.
This neighborhood restaurant does crispy, golden fried chicken and smoky, saucy slabs of ribs and does ’em right. Gumbo, potato salad, barbecued beans and onion rings are also notable, presented in a laid-back, casual-style atmosphere.
Reginelli’s Pizzeria
874 Harrison Ave.
This comfortable, hip space boasts an eclectic menu packed with innovative specialty pizzas like the Sun Pie, topped with pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers and goat cheese. Dig into a baked brie calzone with fruit chutney or go for a refreshing salad. On Mondays and Tuesdays, enjoy $2 pitchers, and on Wednesdays, choose your favorite wine for $10 a bottle.
Pontchartrain Point
8536 Pontchartrain Blvd.
A great lunch and dinner place serving up a tasty menu, including stuffed catfish, Buffalo chicken salad, fried crab balls with white remoulade sauce, a firecracker po’boy with fried crawfish and melted pepper jack cheese and its most popular dish, the yummy Redfish Pontchartrain. Open for breakfast on weekends.
Russell’s Marina Grill
8555 Pontchartrain Blvd.
A Lakeview mainstay and one of the first restaurants to open after the storm, this diner-type eatery boasts all-day breakfast and a killer Bloody Mary. There’s absolutely something for everyone on Russell’s menu, including onion mums, club sandwiches, pancakes and white chocolate bread pudding.
Chicken Sue’s Restaurant & Catering
203 W. Harrison Ave.
Sue Tiblier and her dedicated staff fry to order some of the most amazingly moist and perfectly seasoned chicken in town. Don’t pass up the daily plates such as red beans and jambalaya or the Cuban sandwiches, roast beef po’boys and hearty muffullettas.
Tony Angello’s Ristorante
6262 Fleur de Lis Dr.
The godfather of fine Italian food, Tony Angello, is back home after completing a full renovation, serving up vats of red sauce like your Sicilian great-grandmother used to make on Sundays. The dining room looks untouched and retains its intimate, homey feel while offering up the most excellent, no-nonsense Italian
food around. Skip the menu and just ask Mr. Tony to feed you.
Lago Restaurant
900 Harrison Ave.
This beautifully renovated space boasts a swanky bar that whips up imaginative cocktails such as mango mojitos and gummi bear martinis. The hip menu features items like Oysters Lago, charbroiled bivalves with stone-ground tomato grits and white cheddar cheese, and memorable desserts such as Eagle Brand Bread, an outrageous concoction of bread doused in condensed
milk, broiled crispy and topped with Steen’s Cane Syrup gelato.
Chateau Cafe
139 Robert E. Lee Blvd.
This popular coffeehouse bustles with Lakeview neighbors playing catch-up and students with their noses to the grindstone, all who come for a variety of coffees and espresso drinks and great grub such as chef salads, veggie burgers and French dips.
Lakeview Deli and Catering
872 Harrison Ave.
Burgers, overstuffed sandwiches including muffullettas, po’boys and fresh salads, like the oyster Caesar, abound at this affordable Lakeview eatery, formerly known as Lovecchio’s. Consider ordering in from Lakeview’s well-rounded
menu for the next social gathering at your home.
The Steak Knife Restaurant & Bar
8550 Pontchartrain Blvd.
Some of the best meat in town can be had at this top-notch steakhouse, which finds itself in new digs in West End. From iceberg lettuce wedges to crabmeat au gratin to full-on porterhouse steaks, the Steak Knife demonstrates with every dish why it’s a first-class eatery in a food-appreciative town.
Beebe’s
7224 Pontchartrain Blvd.
Lakeview’s first jazz/supper club has recently opened for business, serving up a thoughtful contemporary Creole menu that includes yellowfin tuna, wild mushroom pasta and shrimp tempura. Spend a Sunday at Beebe’s lively jazz brunch, and dine on eggs benedict, grits and grillades and fresh, satisfying salads.
Tickled Pink
January 31, 2008 by
This Valentine’s Day, impress the one you love with a rosé Champagne [Read more...]
Eat, Drink, Be Merry
January 31, 2008 by
More than a restaurant, Upperline is an institution and so is JoAnn Clevenger, the woman who runs it [Read more...]
Pairing Perfection
November 1, 2007 by
The right wine can take your Thanksgiving meal from ordinary to extraordinary [Read more...]
Sweet Dreams
November 1, 2007 by
A new cookbook highlights the best of New Orleans’ classic desserts [Read more...]
Tailgating Time
October 1, 2007 by
On Game Day, like any other day, New Orleanians opt for gourmet [Read more...]
The Rosé Revolution
October 1, 2007 by
Oenophiles no longer look down their noses at pink wines [Read more...]
Festival Time
October 1, 2007 by
Experience our state’s rich heritage by joining in on these food-related celebrations [Read more...]
From the Olive Branch to the Grocery Store, Olive Oil Is a Serious Business!
September 1, 2007 by
On a recent trip to the Fancy Food Show in New York City, I learned that food manufacturing is a serious and complex business. [Read more...]
PIZZA! PIZZA!
September 1, 2007 by
It’s a fact that many people claim that their favorite type of pie is the fabulously addictive, savory pizza pie. With so many options in the New Orleans area for this delectably craveworthy food, diners can dig into an amazing array of pizzas with toppings that range from caviar to cinnamon! New Orleans Living suggests starting with the following outlets for some seriously nice slices, and just keep one thing in mind as you plow your way down to the crust: CARBS BE DAMNED! [Read more...]
Louisiana in a Jar
July 18, 2007 by
Sicilian-born chef Sal Impastato goes nationwide with his chef-made Creole-Italian products [Read more...]
Toast of the Town
July 18, 2007 by
Pop open the bubbly! Champagne cocktails let you celebrate every day! [Read more...]
Summertime Sippers
July 18, 2007 by
When full-bodied reds just won’t do, turn to crisp white wines to cool you off [Read more...]
ABSOLUT Besh
July 18, 2007 by
In New Orleans, a city full of young and promising culinary talent, the face of Chef John Besh is probably the most recognizable. [Read more...]
Summer Steals
July 18, 2007 by
Locals get royal treatment at these French Quarter institutions [Read more...]
BEER 101
June 1, 2007 by
There’s a lot to learn—and love— about America’s favorite libation [Read more...]
Feel-good food
June 1, 2007 by
The new Cal-a-Vie cookbook lets you bring the spa home [Read more...]
Chocolate in the City
February 1, 2007 by
In every one of its conceivably magnificent forms, from creamy bonbons to silky fondues, malted milks to the reliable solid candy bar, chocolate has the ability to elevate minds, hearts and spirits. Like no other delicacy in history, chocolate has been universally known to send shivers down spines while planting smiles on faces, supposedly due to its powers as an aphrodisiac. It’s no wonder the Aztecs got so violent without their chocolate! [Read more...]
Time to indulge!
December 1, 2006 by
It’s the holidays, so go ahead and enjoy the best that the best restaurants have to offer [Read more...]
Let’s Get Cooking Again, New Orleans!
September 1, 2006 by
One of my favorite things to do in the whole world is to curl up on my sofa and get comfortable with a mug of hot tea and a plethora of cookbooks and food magazines. Ranging from classic New Orleans-style cooking to Moroccan cuisine, serious chocolate lover’s bibles to Vegetarian Times, these books and periodicals make my mouth water and send me into a faux-calorie-laden sensory overload. [Read more...]
Puttin’ on the Ritz
August 15, 2006 by
When New Orleans’ own John Havens wanted a party of grand proportions, he knew Thea Pagel Productions could make it happen [Read more...]
Martini Madness
August 15, 2006 by
The cockiest of cocktails gets special treatment around town [Read more...]
10 Delicious Wines Under $10 at Dorignac’s Food Center
August 3, 2006 by
Wine experts Butch and Lenny, share their favorite picks of the month. [Read more...]
Dining Among Friends
June 1, 2006 by
SW/NOL’s guide to the intimate dining you’ve been yearning for [Read more...]
The Magic of Muriel’s
June 1, 2006 by
Chef Erik Veney reaches for the stars at this French Quarter favorite [Read more...]
Dining Among Friends
May 1, 2006 by 2 Comments
New Orleans is a city of food connoisseurs, and why shouldn’t it be? [Read more...]
It’s the Fiber, Stupid!
May 1, 2006 by 1 Comment
Fend off disease with a diet rich in whole grains, fruits and vegetables [Read more...]
Snack Smart
March 1, 2006 by Leave a Comment
Eating at your desk, if done correctly, can be a good way to keep up your energy [Read more...]
In The City’s Dining Room
February 13, 2006 by
Eating a meal and feeding the soul
I had a hamburger. It was rubbery and overcooked, and sandwiched between a slightly stale and starchy bun, but I will never lose a bite of it, nor the feeling of its bumpy and viscous path down my dry, nervous throat. [Read more...]
In The City’s Dining Room
February 1, 2006 by Leave a Comment
