Parisian Whimsy
With lots of help from local design firm Farouki Farouki, chef and restaurateur Justin Devillier and his wife and partner, Mia, launch their third restaurant Justine on Chartres Street in the Vieux Carré.
IN THIS ISSUE
Home Away From Home
Here’s what people don’t tell you when you move away from New Orleans.
Arts: April 2019
Eye on Art: New exhibitions are currently on view at the New Orleans Museum of Art.
A Deep South Nightclub with West Coast Flair
The Fillmore New Orleans, a new live music venue on the second floor of Harrah’s Casino, features design elements that effortlessly blend San Francisco’s historic psychedelic 60s with the cultural archetypes of New Orleans.
The Future of Anthony Davis
The New Orleans Pelicans look ahead to what the franchise has in store.
Arts: March 2019
Cinema Soiree: Celebrate the New Orleans Film Society’s 30th Anniversary this month.
From Fine Art to the Culinary Arts
What was briefly the Louisiana ArtWorks building has become the New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute, a world-class brainery dedicated to one of the city’s finest virtues.
The Highlight Reel isn’t Real
It’s important to recognize social media for what it is — a portrayal of life that isn’t always reality.
Arts: February 2019
Stories of Survival: A new exhibition at Newcomb Art Museum addresses the issue and impact of women in mass incarceration.
Such Stuff as Dreams are Made On
A small used furniture store in Mid-City could be just what you’re looking for when decorating the house of your dreams, especially on a budget.
Mom Guilt and a New Orleans-Style Birthday Party
Taking time to enjoy your kids is one of the greatest gifts of all.
A Lasting Legacy
Fostering strong relationships has been the secret to the Saints’ success.
Arts: January 2019
Art-Minded: The NOLA 300 for 300 exhibition is now on view at The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery.
A Spiritual Space: Hotel Peter & Paul
Long vacant, a historic church and its surrounding buildings on the corner of Burgundy and Mandeville streets in the Marigny has been renovated into a stunning 71-guest room boutique hotel.
Home for the Holidays
Discover five unique New Orleans holiday traditions that are perfect for kids.
Arts: December 2018
A Sight to Behold: A new sculpture by world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly has been installed at the New Orleans Botanical Garden.
Getting My Hustle Back
Going back to work after being a stay-at-home mom has its challenges — and its benefits.
Arts: November 2018
The Way of the Zen Master: New Japanese paintings and calligraphy are now on view at the New Orleans Museum of Art.
A Market Re-imagined
A historic, Spanish colonial-style building in the Lower Garden District is transformed into an exquisite event space.
Ditch the Car and Take the Train
Family vacations can turn into an adventure by mixing up how you get there.
Arts: October 2018
Art as Social Practice: A Studio in the Woods announces its 2018-19 artists in residence.
Spaces & Design: Where there’s smoke …
The smoldering new restaurant Couvant Bar & Brasserie that opened inside The Eliza Jane Hotel offers a New Orleans atmosphere with a modern French bistro vibe.
Downtown Living: October 2018
Public Space: Enhancements and Fall Programming Planned for Duncan Plaza
New Orleans: A Flawed-filled Beauty
New Orleanians are much stronger than fairytales.
Arts: September 2018
The World of Dance: The New Orleans Ballet Association announces its 2018-2019 dance season.
Take the Long Way
Liam Deegan and Robert LeBlanc, co-owners of Barrel Proof, have joined forces once again to create Longway Tavern, a French Quarter way station that exudes a bohemian sense of camaraderie and hospitality.
A Beguiling Boutique
After a multimillion dollar interior renovation, a 1930s-era hotel is transformed into an alluring boutique hotel and equally enticing restaurant on Canal Street.
Downtown Living: August 2018
The Downtown Development District Honors Downtown All-Stars
The Gift of Travel
Time spent away from home presents children with a world of new opportunities.
Arts: August 2018
On View in the Vieuz Carré: A new collaboration elevates the profiles of several French Quarter museums.
A Taste for Design
Amateur designer Jennifer Wade creates a space Uptown that reflects the lifelong passion of her husband, Chef Hao Gong, at his new Luvi Restaurant.
Downtown Living: Spending the Summer Poolside
Sip, snack and stay cool by the pool this summer at these gorgeous downtown hotels.
Saints in Summer
These are the players to watch in the 2018 New Orleans Saints training camp.
Plan Ahead for Summer Travel
Yes, it is possible to survive your first flight with baby.
Uncovering the Past
Celebrating the indomitable spirit of its namesake and city, The Eliza Jane embraces its storied history with elegant design touched with just the right amount of nostalgia and whimsy.
Downtown Living: June 2018
Events: Downtown Development District Seeks Nominations for the 2018 Downtown NOLA Awards
Arts: June 2018
From Past to Future: New Orleans Museum of Art showcases a special exhibition that focuses on forgotten or marginalized histories of the city.
Letting in the light: Auction House Market
Local real estate firm Felicity Property Co., with the help of Bell Design & Architecture and the team behind St. Roch Market, has taken the dingy ground floor of a two-story property in the Warehouse District and transformed it into a bright, delightful “contemporary” food hall.
Downtown Living: May 2018
Events: Downtown Development District seeks nominations for the 2018 Downtown NOLA Awards
An Interview with An Ex
Co-parenting offers a new and different way for parents to come together for their children.
Arts: May 2018
Dance Party: Big Sam’s Funky Nation releases a new album, Songs in the Key of Funk, tying into Jazz Fest.
Holistic Design at the Sunday Shop
A pair of Baton Rouge natives offer a comprehensive approach to interiors, with everything from furnishings and art to scents and textiles, at their home goods shop in the Lower Garden District.
Downtown Living: April 2018
Business: HABERDASHE wins 6th Annual Downtown NOLA Arts-Based Business Pitch
Mommy-ing in the Digital Age
Technology helps to build connections in your local community.
Arts: April 2018
Breaking Through: A new exhibition at the New Orleans Museum of Art features the work of Puerto Rican artist Carlos Rolón.
The Last Essayist
Jim Henderson retires, leaving a void in New Orleans sports broadcasting.
Sparkling Hospitality
Only four years after opening, the Downtown Marriott hotel undergoes renovations on its 220 guest rooms and names Kenneth Jacques as its new general manager.
Downtown Living: March 2018
Events: Creative Industries Summit Featuring the Downtown NOLA Arts-Based Business Pitch
Arts: March 2018
Figurative Forms: A new exhibition at Martin Lawrence Galleries spotlights the works of renowned painter François Fressinier.
Spaces & Design: Downtown Renaissance
More than a century old, a renovated icon breathes new life into a long-defunct corner of Canal Street, anchoring the city’s growing bio-medical district.
Downtown Living: February 2018
Industry & Education: Breaking Ground on the New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute
When Mom Needs a Mental Break
Here are some cheap and easy ways to reenergize in New Orleans.
Arts: February 2018
A Walk in the Park: The New Orleans Museum of Art is expanding the Sydney and Walda Beshoff Sculpture Garden by six acres.
Pro Bowl-Bound
A new generation of leaders has led the Saints into the NFL’s post-season spotlight.
Rediscovering Design
A recent transplant, Holly Owen discovers her calling through unexpected channels and becomes the latest creative asset to Crescent City interiors.
Downtown Living: January 2018
Business: Downtown Development District seeks applicants for the 6th annual Downtown NOLA Arts-Based Business Pitch
Arts: January 2018
Street Art Smarts: A rare Banksy graffiti mural was recently unveiled during Prospect.4.
Riding the Wind
Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints have a formula for playoff success.
Spaces & Design: Creative Connectivity
The top two floors of the Contemporary Arts Center building is now home to a 40,000-square-foot, full-service co-working facility aimed at our city’s creative entrepreneurs.
Downtown Living: Holiday Magic
Embrace the spirit of the season with a sleighful of holiday events in Downtown New Orleans all December long!
Make Baton Rouge Your Next Adventure
Here are four unique reasons to make your family’s next stop in the Red Stick!
Arts: December 2017
Spotlight on Film: A recent film screening of Roman J. Israel, Esq. during the New Orleans Film Festival garnered rave reviews.
An Attitude of Gratitude
By cultivating a grateful heart, our children will grow to live happy and fulfilling lives.
Arts: November 2017
Art Aficionados: Prospect.4, the international contemporary art exhibition that takes place across New Orleans only once every three years, returns this month.
Downtown Living: December 2017
Canal Street: Home For the Holidays: For the holidays, you can’t beat home sweet home!
Arts: October 2017
Art for Hurricane Relief: George Rodrigue’s famous blue dog is available in a special re-release to raise funds for Texans impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
Honoring the Past, Building the Future
A century-old building, once the city’s cultural and economic heartbeat of the African American community, The Pythian has been given new life as a mixed-use complex in downtown New Orleans.
Arts: September 2017
Dream State: Anne Faith Nicholls’ first exhibition in New Orleans debuts at Martin Lawrence Gallery.
The Joy of Design
Acclaimed Louisiana-based designer Beth Claybourn, who has dedicated her life to bringing beauty and elegance to homes all over the country, offers a dazzling showroom in New Orleans’ own Central Business District.
Enshrining the Past, Illuminating the Future
Neglected for several decades, the old New Orleans Public Service Inc. building in the Central Business District comes alive once again as the luxury NOPSI Hotel.
The Late Bloomer
The Saints’ newest wide receiver star, Ted Ginn, prepares to bloom in 2017.
Arts: August 2017
Contemporary Art in New Orleans: A new exhibition at NOMA explores the rise of modern and contemporary art in New Orleans.
Spaces & Design – The Country Club: What’s In a Name?
A neighborhood restaurant in Bywater measures up to its name, yet still retains its flair for whimsy and frivolity after a year-long renovation.
Defensive Line
The Saints pick Marshon Lattimore to lead an impressive rookie class in to 2017.
Downtown Living: June 2017
Cooking: Simplee Gourmet Covington kitchen boutique and cooking school Simplee Gourmet recently opened a second location in the South Market District, occupying 3,000 square feet of the new residential and commercial building, The Beacon.
Imperfectly Perfect
Spontaneity can add an extra level of fun when adventuring with kids in New Orleans.
Arts: June 2017
Movin’ to the Groovin’: Join music lovers at City Park during the Thursdays at Twilight concert series.
Goals and Goalposts
Coach Kenny Farrell of the New Orleans Jesters has the city’s soccer future in his hands.
Downtown Living: May 2017
Events: Downtown Development District Seeks Nominations for the 2017 Downtown NOLA Awards
New Orleans State of Mind
You can take the girl out of New Orleans, but you can’t take New Orleans out of the girl.
Arts: May 2017
Artistic Influence: New Orleans Museum of Art debuts acquisitions purchased in the “Queen of Creole Cuisine” Leah Chase’s honor.
In the Spirit
Lula Restaurant Distillery helps to revitalize a stretch of St. Charles Avenue in a city where spirits were born.
Downtown Living: April 2017
Business: Gigsy wins 5th Annual Downtown NOLA Arts-Based Business Pitch
Jrue Holiday Takes the Ball
The Pelicans guard will lead the drive for the playoffs and beyond.
Setting the Bar
Aloft New Orleans Downtown hotel inspires a rush of boutique hotels in New Orleans.
Downtown Living: March 2017
Events: Creative Industries Summit Featuring the Downtown NOLA Arts-Based Business Pitch
A Little Love and Luck
The St. Patrick’s Day parade is a great way to get involved in New Orleans traditions.
Arts: March 2017
True Crime: A new book chronicles a grisly crime spree that terrorized New Orleans in the early 1900s.
Arts: February 2017
On Sunken Ground: Guthrie Contemporary presents a new exhibition of artwork by Jennifer Shaw.
Spaces & Design: Cosmopolitan Dining
From concept and design to an eclectic, international menu, Emeril Lagasse’s fourth New Orleans restaurant reflects the new face of the celebrity chef and the ever-changing Warehouse District neighborhood.
Arts: January 2017
In Still Motion: A new sculpture stands tall in New Orleans City Park.
Once Again, A Civic Circle
The Greater New Orleans Foundation brings new life to Lee Circle with its Center for Philanthropy, a cutting edge, 22,000-square-foot building designed by local architectural firm Waggonner & Ball.
Downtown Delights
Celebrate the festive holiday season in Downtown New Orleans where a host of jolly good fun for the whole family is happening all month long!
The Holiday Season Tailgate
In New Orleans, Twelfth Night starts the countdown to Mardi Gras.
Arts: December 2016
Monumental Art: A new exhibition lends a certain “je ne sais pas” to the New Orleans art world.
The Future of LSU Football
Interim head coach Ed Orgeron is taking the LSU Tigers to new heights.
Augmenting Tradition
The Windsor Court Hotel reopens its distinguished and refurbished Polo Club Lounge after a summer-long expansion.
Choosing to Charter School
New Orleans charter schools are ranked as some of the best in the United States.
Dream Homes Come to Life
New Orleans native Anthony Barreca helps to fulfill homeowners’ design needs and aspirations through hard work, passion and resourcefulness.
The Future of College Sports
Athletic Director Troy Dannen has a new vision for Tulane University.
Reviving a Legend: Pontchartrain Hotel
Innovative hospitality and real estate investors AJ Capital Partners have reinvigorated the Garden District gem with design that pays homage to the hotel’s illustrious past, while simultaneously appealing to future generations.
Honoring the Winners of the 2016 Downtown NOLA Awards
Speaker Bill Masterton will head the ceremony for the five finalists who have renewed and enriched the Downtown New Orleans neighborhood.
Arts: September 2016
Queen of Burlesque: A revealing local festival offers a peek into the world of parody performance.
Spaces & Design: Merging Mediums
New York’s Architecture & Design Film Festival comes to New Orleans for the first time this summer in a celebration designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Arts: August 2016
Satchmo SummerFest: The annual celebration of Louis Armstrong finds a new home at Jackson Square.
Banding Together
Delivering Hope NOLA provides support to mother’s of prematurely born infants.
The Refinery: The Sweetness of Downtown Living
Orleans Properties transforms a 200-year-old molasses refinery into luxury residential accommodations.
Return of the Big Man
Coby Fleener continues the Saints’ reliance on the tight end position.
Home Away from Home
Drawing parallels between France and New Orleans isn’t so hard after all.
Arts: July 2016
Tony Award-winning Toilet Humor – St. Bernard theater troupe presents musical comedy “Urinetown.”
Arts: June 2016
Focusing on the Negatives: NOMA exhibitions illuminate a fading photographic art.
Culture Shock
Moving from cookie-cutter suburbia to New Orleans soul meant some changes were in order.
The Heart of Louisiana: Hokie Gajan
At its very best, sports offers more than entertainment — it offers personification and exemplification of who we are and what we can do at our best.
Arts: May 2016
Must Be Two Sides: A local art exhibition portrays dueling sides of black life.
In Her Element
New Orleans native Heather Silbernagel Somers launches interior design showroom Élan Studio, specializing in creating a classic, sophisticated ambiance for both commercial and residential spaces.
Arts: April 2016
A Time for Rhyme: The New Orleans Poetry Festival debut will feature local and national poets.
Kicking Off Soccer in New Orleans
Coach Kenny Farrell leads the 2016 New Orleans Jesters into a season filled with hope.
Arts: March 2016
Basking in China Lights: A new lantern exhibition sets City Park aglow.
Home Design Overload
The 2016 NOLA Home Show featured a number of trends you can apply to your home this year.
Legal Profile: Planning Is Everything
Meet Carole Cukell Neff, a local estate planner who is an expert in her field.
Winner on a Mission
New Orleans looks to head coach Alvin Gentry to bring the Pelicans to new winning heights.
Falling in Love with NOLA (Again)
Motherhood has allowed me to relive childhood memories with my own son.
A Past with a Strong Future
MetroStudio’s role in the preservation and innovation embracing New Orleans
A New Beginning at Tulane
The Green Wave’s new head coach brings fresh hope to New Orleans college football.
Curated Craftsmanship
Jane Scott Hodges turns ordinary linens into extraordinary style statements.
Making New Orleans Home Again
A local home renovation formed the foundation for our family.
Ben Watson: Leading the Charge
A veteran presence emerges as a leader for the team — and for the city.
Louisiana’s Best
The unbelievable and unstoppable Leonard Fournette races to victory and greatness.
Arts: November 2015
Super Troupers: New Orleans Ballet Association season taps into a diverse array of dance.
Young Guns
Brandon Coleman and Willie Snead are the next generation of star receivers to emerge for the New Orleans Saints.
A Tisket A Tasket, Money in My Basket
Set yourself up for a lifetime of prosperity and security with these investing tips.
Arts: October 2015
Culture Club: Music, comedy and dance acts come to the newly restored Orpheum Theater.
September 2015: Ten Years After the Deluge
This is how Sean Payton helped save New Orleans.
Instant Gratification Nation
We live in a world that is obsessed with instant gratification and funded with debt.
Life Lessons
A journey through Hurricane Katrina and postpartum depression became a saving grace.
Southern Style: Designing woman Beth Claybourn has an eye for distinct tastes.
As an interior designer with nearly 40 years of experience, Beth Claybourn certainly knows about décor, but she also knows a great deal about people and their tastes.
Arts: September 2015
Electrifying the Court: Robin Barnes and The Skylarks light up the Windsor Court Hotel with jazz and soul.
Interior Motives
A local interior design firm exceeds expectations to create the home of your dreams.
Arts: August 2015
The Courage of His Convictions: Reporter and editor Jarvis DeBerry addresses issues head on.
Arts: July 2015
Glass Act: Hiroshi Yamano delves into the subtle, fluid movement of nature in glass.
Summer and Sno-balls
A favorite summer activity is discovering the best sno-ball stands in the city with my two sons.
Garrett Grayson: The Saints Start Planning for the Future
Summer brings certain changes, which we all recognize as signposts of renewal — the fecund bursting of leaves and flowers, the sunshine and, of course for the football fan, training camp. It arouses the familiar sensation that the cycle of change is beginning again. In the NFL, this means the start of OTA’s (organized team activities), […]
Of A Generation
The Millennial Awards recognize outstanding young members of the New Orleans community.
Secret Weapon
With Josh Hill, the Saints may have discovered another special talent at tight end.
Movers & Shakers: May 2015
School of Thought: Amanda Aiken is an educator on a mission.
Arts: May 2015
Blake Boyd: The Polaroid Project: A local artist turns playfulness into an art form.
Movers & Shakers: April 2015
White Hot: This year’s Diner en Blanc promises surprises at every turn.
Arts: April 2015
The Hole Deal: Artist John Bukaty explores a medium you might recognize.
Open Doerr Policy
A top executive from one of NOLA’s oldest furniture companies talks shop, history and family.
Downtown Living: February 2015
Community: The Downtown Development District launches a new public safety initiative.
The Sixth Man in New Orleans: Ryan Anderson
The New Orleans Pelicans have an ace in the hole.
Kenny Stills: The Saints Find a New Leading Receiver
When opportunity presents itself at the door, hopefully preparation is there waiting.
Let’s Go Truckin’
Just two short years ago, the idea of eating from a food truck wasn’t quite mainstream yet.
The Unstoppable Jimmy Graham
No play has been more telling of the towering presence of Jimmy Graham on the field, and in the hearts of New Orleans Saints fans, than his nearly game-ending exploit at the conclusion of regulation in the San Francisco 49ers game.
Drew Brees: Underdog Again
There are few players more transformative in any NFL franchise’s history than Drew Brees during his Saints tenure. Before his arrival, the Saints won one playoff game and had two seasons of truly superlative, All-Pro-quality quarterback play (those by Archie Manning in 1978 and 1979).
Evolution of Law
New Orleans-based attorneys take an innovative new approach to practicing law.
Khiry Robinson: Running Hard To the Playoffs
Khiry Robinson could go all the way. Given the Saints’ penchant for running the ball in 2014, at times looking like a top 10 rushing team, Robinson stands poised to become a major factor in the Saints offense for this year and next.
Arts: October 2014
Funny on the Fly: Learn improv and sketch comedy with some of the South’s sharpest wits.
Arts: September 2014
On the Laugh Track: A weekly comedy show stands the test of time.
Terron Armstead: Building the Saints’ Future
A cornerstone reflects a great building: It should be solid and flexible, yet unmovable. Creating a good cornerstone reflects a confidence in the future; it means that the builder is looking forward, not to the past, in the hope and expectation of something greater for years to come.
Arts: August 2014
New Orleans Noir: A local author spins tales of the city’s gritty underside.
A True Champion Arrives
Champ Bailey is the latest premium defensive back to bolster the Saints’ back line.
Calendar: June 2014
June 7-8: Always free and open to the public, the Creole Tomato Festival glorifies the unique Louisiana veggie
The New Era of Super Dads
Show fathers how much you appreciate their efforts to balance work and family this Father’s Day.
Leilani Heno’s X-Factor
When it comes to personal training, this gym owner offers something special.
Making a Difference
Mentoring is no longer just a feel-good mission — it’s a necessity.
Arts: May 2014
Painting Between the Lines: Local artist Luke Quinn is messing with you.
Supermom’s Modern Mommy Makeover
I’ll be honest — if it weren’t for my nanny, the beds in my home would rarely be made and it would take a day or two before I would be able to clean up the orange-juice spill on the high chair.
Right Direction
Nicole Blair helps create opportunities for a nontraditional workforce.
The Run of Your Life
The Crescent City Classic brings tradition, character and passion for the world’s oldest sport to New Orleans every spring.
Woman on a Mission
A local healthcare consultant has far-reaching plans for the Crescent City.
Anthony Davis and the Pelicans make their playoff push.
In March, New Orleans will be basking in another Mardi Gras season, intermixed with sports fever.
Interiors: The Magic of Millwork
Add charm and personality to your home with custom-created pieces.
The Business of Love
With some forethought, couples can find success in both business and in marriage