Stand at the edge of Bayou St. John on a quiet morning and the city seems to fall away. The water shifts through several faces in a single day — steam rising from the surface as temperatures change at dawn,…
When most people think of Mardi Gras, images of Bourbon Street revelry and towering floats most likely come to mind. But venture beyond the Big Easy, and you’ll discover a Louisiana where Mardi Gras traditions run deeper than beads and…
1 | Alexandria The Alexandria Museum of Art is home to a large collection of artwork (both from renowned art icons to lesser-known artists from every corner of the globe). Be sure to…
Best New Restaurant King Brasserie & Bar which opened last year within the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, evokes the traditional neighborhood brasseries of France mingled with Mediterranean flare and the rich…
After Hurricane Katrina, Patrick Dunne and Nathan Drewes found it imperative to realize their dream of owning a home in the country.…
Jamie Augustine, who hails from…
While it may also be known as Sportsman’s Paradise, Louisiana is home to more than just natural beauty. From top restaurants and breweries to music venues, museums and dance halls, the state is brimming with individuals keen to make Louisiana…
On a recent visit to Memphis, I had the pleasure of exploring not only the music scene in Blues City but also top-notch accommodations, decadent restaurants and other fun attractions. Just a short flight from New Orleans (or a…
Best New Restaurant Winner Chef Eric Cook (the talented chef and owner also behind the popular New Orleans restaurant, Gris-Gris) opened his second restaurant, Saint John, in the French Quarter last fall. As to be expected from Cook, the…
While barbecue and the rich music scene are reasons enough to visit Memphis, it turns out that the Bluff City has much more to offer. Of course the hopping nightlife on neon-lit Beale Street shouldn’t be missed, nor should…
When it comes to culture, Louisiana has it in spades. In addition to the obvious Mardi Gras and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival celebrations, and the unparalleled food scene, the state is full of art and history. Here, we…
An Uptown couple who met in Washington, D.C., and got married in 2012, recently completed the home renovation of their dreams with the help of architect William Sonner (of William Sonner Designs) and Chris Kornman, partner at Entablature…
In addition to thinking about furniture arrangement, mixed textures and multiple light sources, it’s always a great idea to make sure your space smells just as wonderful as it…
Louisiana is known for its food and music scenes (as it should be!), but has so much more to offer. So, we’ve curated a new list. We are proud to present La Nouvelle Louisiane—the best of what's new in the…
I have lived very near the Gulf of Mexico for the past 40 years. That’s probably the main reason why I never became a bona fide redneck. Nevertheless, there are some indications that I got pretty close to it. For…
Life and times of the Chandeleurs
