October-November 2022 Issue of Inside New Orleans

October-November 2022 Vol. 9,

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Publisher’s Note

by Jonée Daigle-Ferrand

When I reflect on the past 3 years as Owner/Publisher of Inside New Orleans, I have many wonderful memories. Some of my favorites include Inside New Orleans events where we connect and empower local business owners, staff and networking lunches,and meeting new people. As we embark on a busy event season, I look forward to being a media sponsor of many local nonprofit organizations and their events. Check out our Scoop Calendar if you are looking to attend some great fundraisers and events around town.

The October-November issue cover artwork is special to me. Not only because it features a New Orleans trademark, but also because St. Louis Cathedral is where my husband and I got married 16 years ago. As soon as I saw Giovanni’s St. Louis Cathedral painting, I knew I wanted it as my cover artwork. The color scheme and his use of the paintbrush won me over.

Come meet Inside New Orleans Magazines OctoberNovember issue cover artist, Giovanni, at our event on Thursday, October 27th at Eye Wares NOLA and Audubon Facial Plastic from 6-8 p.m. Dress in your favorite Halloween costume. We will have spooky fun, food, drinks and contests.

Happy Fall! Happy Halloween! Happy Thanksgiving!

Contributors

Our contributors give Inside New Orleans its voice, its personality and its feel. Here we are proud to highlight a some of them so that you can put a face with a name and get to know them.

Anna Tusa is the Director of Operations for Briquette, the Briquette Wine Room and New Orleans Creole Cookery. On page 70, Anna shares about her new craft cocktail classes.

Veteran journalist Leslie Cardé began her career reporting for NPR in Los Angeles. From there, she landed in New Orleans as an anchor/health and science editor before moving on to anchor three hours of daily financial news and host an entertainment show for CNBC. She’s reported from the Middle East for CNN, worked as a producer and narrator for E! Entertainment and wrote, directed and produced the award-winning documentary America Betrayed. Leslie currently writes for The New Orleans Advocate and Los Angeles Magazine. She is also a producer/reporter for CBS Newspath. In this issue, Leslie pens a story on Terence Blanchard (page 16) and another on beautiful homes and gardens (page 20).

Brad is an attorney who lives and works in Covington. Brad writes guest articles for Inside New Orleans. He enjoys cooking, playing the guitar, golf, watching sports, playing pickleball, and traveling with his wife, Joneé, and daughter, Lilette.

Inside New Orleans Readers cast your Vote for 2023 Favorite Leading Doctors. Deadline is November 30th, 2023 and the list will print in the February-March 2023 issue.

Anna Tusa

Brad Ferrand

Leslie Cardé

Encapsulating New Orleans

by Sarah Spencer Cover Artist Giovanni Tutrone

THE HUMIDITY MAKES NEW ORLEANS

look like a painting, and Giovanni Tutrone perfectly captures the spirit and reality of what makes New Orleans—well, New Orleans. His use of vivid colors and different methods and materials, ranging from spray paint, to acrylics, to papier mâché sculptures, makes his artwork come to life in a unique way.

Giovanni’s dad was also an artist, so he’s been surrounded by art his entire life. Classroom doodling

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quickly turned into paintings entered into local competitions by third grade. “The awards I received drove me to do more in my adolescence,” he says. Growing up in the 80s, he was greatly inspired by hip-hop and the underground culture that came with it at the time. The movie, Beat Street, was also a huge inspiration for him, specifically the character Ramone, who was a graffiti artist. “I aspired to be like Ramone and quickly found myself in trouble for practicing my graffiti skills on buildings I shouldn’t have been painting.” He honed that graffiti style (without breaking the law) by focusing more on commissioned murals from local businesses.

His inspiration starts with a passion for either a subject or an element within the piece. For example, the pictured piece showing Daft Punk uses a reflective, discoball paint process that he had been thinking about that would give the painting a club feel. “When I have an idea for a new piece, I strive to do something I haven’t done before, whether it’s creating dimension, movement, or using unusual mediums. Once I have the subject, I can usually come up with a concept relatively quickly.” He chooses subjects based on someone or some place that is inspiring or holds special meaning to him. Of course, he also takes commissions in which he enjoys putting his personal spin. ” It’s a fun challenge,” he muses.

Of course, while art has always been an inspiration to him, he also loves when his viewers are moved by it. “I painted a Gene Wilder Willie Wonka and wanted viewers to feel a little weird, so I painted it with double lines to give it a blurry feel. I wanted the Daft Punk viewers to feel like they were at a club, so it got a disco ball effect. Sometimes I just want viewers to question how it was even made. For example, I painted Lil Wayne, and nobody could figure out how I gave him 3D dreadlocks,” he says.

Though he had a gallery in the French Quarter, his art, style, and drive have led him to return to the fence at Jackson Square. “I really like the freedom (and hustle) of Jackson Square.” He has a sketchbook filled with 300 ideas, but he’s currently working on a series of layered, laser cut, wood art pieces that he’s excited about.

“I have no regrets, except that I didn’t do it sooner. I plan to continue to push the limits of my imagination and bring unique art to New Orleans for as long as I possibly can.”

You can find Giovanni on the Jackson Square fence in the French Quarter. Follow him on Instagram @skullandbrush and Facebook @tutroneink

INSIDE

1-31 October Cocktail for a Cause at Ralph’s on the Park. 20% of sales will benefit the Real Men Wear Pink New Orleans Campaign. 900 City Park Ave. ralphsonthepark.com.

1-31 The Furloughed Four Signature Experience. Enjoy an at-home fine dining experience curated by professional chefs and sommeliers. Call or text Ray Gumpert. 319-9071. rayg@thefurloughedfour.net

1-31 Real Men Wear Pink New Orleans Campaign at Brennan’s Restaurant. $5 from every bottle of rose will be donated to the campaign. 417 Royal St. brennansneworleans.com

1-31  Fall in Love with Briquette Special Menu. Briquette Restaurant. 701 S. Peters St. briquette-nola.com

1-31 Remy Black & Gold Post Game Happy Hour. During every Saints Home Game. Briquette Bar. 3-6 p.m. 701 S. Peters St. briquette-nola.com

1-31  Game Day Specials at New Orleans Creole Cookery. In the Oyster Bar.

OctoberSaturdays & Sundays. 510 Toulouse St. neworleanscreolecookery.com.

1-31 Complimentary Champagne and 20% Off at Royal Retreat. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Royal Retreat Day Spa. 985-231-7329. 3571 U.S. Hwy 190. Mandeville.

1-31 Fall Brunch at New Orleans Creole Cookery. Saturdays & Sundays. 3 courses. $45.00 per person. 510 Toulouse St. neworleanscreolecookery.com

1 Oktoberfest at Urban South. Celebrate Oktoberfest with German-style beer, food, and entertainment. Urban South Brewery. 1645 Tchoupitoulas St. urbansouthbrewery.com504-267-4852.

7 Unmask the Power of Pink Masquerade Ball. Hosted by Christian Galvin of Christian Shane International. pink@ christianshane.com

7-8 Gretna Heritage Festival. Local and international musicians on 3 stages. gretnafest.com

7-8, 14-15, 21-22 Oktoberfest by

Boo Carré

October 15 Boo Carré Halloween Haunt. 10 a.m.4 p.m. 916 N. Peters St. neworleans.com

Deutsches Haus. 1700 Moss St. oktoberfestnola.com.

7-16 In The Heights. The Jefferson Performng Arts Center, 6400 Airline Dr. 885-2000 jpas.org

7, 14, 21, 28 New Beer/Drink Releases from Urban South. 12 p.m.

8  ACS Cure by Design New Orleans Gala. 6-11p.m. Mardi Gras World. nolacurebydesign.com

8-9 New Orleans Fall Garden Festival. New Orleans Botanical Garden. City Park. 736-6519.

8, 15-16 Arts Market New Orleans. City Park. 56 Dreyfous Dr.

9 Golf With the Gold Tournament. Benefitting the Real Men Wear Pink campaign. $100 per person. 700 Lapalco Blvd. nolagoldrugby.com

14-15 Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival. Music, food, and art. Lafayette Sq. 602 St. Charles Ave. jazzandheritage.org

14-15 Jennifer Ponson Bead Show. The Bead Shop, 4612 Magazine Street.

beadshopneworleans.com

19 Concert Spirituel: SaintDomingue and New Orleans. Presented by THNOC and the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. 7 p.m. hnoc.org. In Jackson Square.

20 Games in the Garden. Fresh air, friends, and philanthropy. Longue Vue House and Gardens. 7 Bamboo Rd. New Orleans. longuevue.com

20 Ghosts in the Oaks. Spooky fun for the whole family. Carousel Gardens at City Park. 6-9 p.m.

22 Open House at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School. Tour the campus of St. Andrew’s. 9 a.m. 8012 Oak St. 504-8613743. saesnola.org

22 The Impressionists & PostImpressionists Exhibit Opens. MS Rau. 622 Royal St.

22 Cancer Association of Louisiana present Fleur de Bra at Hotel Saint Vincent , for more information check CAGNO.EJOINME.ORG/FDBout

25 Spirit of Scouting Soirée. Wetlands Sake Distillery. 6-9 p.m. 21 and spiritofscouting.orgup.

27 Inside New Orleans Cover Artist Party. Celebrate Cover Artist Giovanni Tutrone. 6-8 p.m. Eye Wares NOLA and Audubon Facial Plastic Surgery. 6001 summerinola@gmail.comMagazine.

27 Top Taco Festival. Supporting the PLEASE Foundation. Lafreniere Park.

27 High School Open House at Ursuline Academy. High school students can tour the campus. 4-6 p.m. 2635 State St. 504861-9150. go.uanola.org

28 Jefferson FoundationCommunityGala.Presented by the Feil Family Foundation. Chateau Golf & Country Club. jcfgala2022.eventbrite.com

28-30 Into The Woods, Jr. The Jefferson Performng Arts Center, 6400 Airline Dr. 8852000 jpas.org

29 St. Martin’s Episcopal School Open House. Tour the campus. 733-0353. 225 Green Acres Rd Metairie.

29 Deos Gratias. Gala Benefiting St. Joseph’s Abbey and Seminary College. Featuring a jazz social and silent auction. 7-10 p.m. saintjosephabbey. com/deo

29 Louisiana Book Festival. Featured author, Royd Anderson. Louisiana State Capitol. louisianabookfestival.org

November

1 Open House at De La Salle High School. Tour the campus of De La Salle. 5300 St. Charles Ave. delasallenola.com895-5717.

9 Harpsichord Recital. Featuring Walthausen. TheJohn Historic New Orleans Collection’s Williams Research Center. 6-8 p.m. 410 Chartres St.

11 Making Jazz Gumbo at Farmers Market Place. French Market. 11am-12pm. 916 N. Peters St.

12 Charlie and the Tropicales. Dew Drop Jazz & Social Hall. Mandeville.

LookingAhead

Dec 3 Lily House (6 Weeks1) Open House. Early Childhood. Tours at 9, 10, and 11a.m. 2635 State St. 504-861-9150. go.uanola.org

Dec 15 Spanish Baroque Music of the Americas. Concert with Krewe de Voix Chamber Choir. In Jackson Square. 6 p.m.

Jan 18 McGehee Admission Open House. PK-12. 8:30-10 a.m. 274-3980. mcgeheeschool.comadmissions@

Jan 24 Ursuline Academy Elementary School Open House. 2635 State St. 504861-9150. Begins at 8:30 a.m. go.uanola.org

by Brad Ferrand

Saints lineman Andrus Peat and his family are committed to leaving a positive legacy in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS SAINTS offensive lineman Andrus Peat and his family are happy to call New Orleans home. Andrus and his wife, Ashley, along with their one-year old son, Samson, have fallen in love with New Orleans over the last 8 years. Peat has been a rock on the Saints offensive line during his NFL career. This year, he is the leader of the Saints offensive line as the most senior member of that unit. He, like former Saint Marques Colston, lets his fierce play on the field do most of the talking for him. However, Peat, PEAT

along with his wife Ashley, hopes to become a more vocal leader not only on the Saints, but in the New Orleans community this season.

Peat comes from an athletic family. Andrus is one of seven siblings, all of whom are athletes. His dad, Todd, played for nine seasons in the NFL as an offensive guard. His older brother played college football at Nebraska, and his sister, Leilani, played college basketball for the Seattle Redhawks. Andrus also has a younger sister who plays basketball for Arkansas Pine Bluff. His two younger brothers are high school football and basketball stars. “My dad taught me the definition of legacy, and I’ve instilled that into my home,” Peat says. “I hope to contribute to a legacy that our children’s children can be proud of.” Pete was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft out of Stanford University. Since that time, Peat has been a versatile member of the offensive line for the Saints, playing multiple positions along the line to help in any way he can when called upon. Currently, has started 80 games for the Saints. During his career, Peat has battled adversity on the field, suffering multiple injuries that have cut a few of his seasons short. But Peat has learned to always keep a positive attitude during these periods. “It’s definitely challenging to miss time with injuries and not be able to help my team win games. There is an obvious physical aspect when it comes to battling an injury, but the mental aspect is just as important,” Peat says. “Mental health is a priority to my family and I. I keep a very positive mindset and control what I can. My family’s faith and consistent prayer is the key for us.” Peat loves playing in front of the greatest fans in the World. “Sundays in the dome is for sure my favorite. I love how passionate New Orleans is for us. It truly is special,” Peat exclaims. Andrus is excited about the 2022 NFL season with the Saints and new head coach Dennis Allen. He is especially excited about the group of guys in the locker room this season. “Our team is very hungry and eager to bring a championship back to the city of New Orleans,” Peat says. Peat also loves that despite a change at head coach, the core group of assistant coaches stayed, and therefore, the winning culture around the Saints organization remained the same. Peat attributes the quality of the organization to the amazing leadership of owner, Gayle Benson, along with Mickey Loomis and a firstrate front office. “The quality trickles down from the top of the organization all the way to the players. It’s amazing to be able to play >>

for such a quality organization,” Peat says.

Andrus and his wife Ashley met in Los Angeles while Andrus was visiting college friends. There was a connection immediately. Ashley was born and raised in Australia, but she has New Orleans roots. Ashley’s father was coincidentally born in New Orleans. Andrus no doubt has great taste. When it came time to pop the question, Andrus proposed to Ashley at GW Finns, another great decision by Andrus. The Peat’s son, Samson, just celebrated his first birthday, and is beginning to explore New Orleans along with mom and dad and their rescue dog, Atlas. Samson is aptly named, as he has a head of hair that would make Lenny Kravitz jealous. The Peat’s love taking Samson on long walks in City Park and at the lakefront. They also look forward to bringing Samson to the Children’s Museum for his first visit. During the season, Monday nights are reserved as a date night for the Peats since the Peat and the Saints players usually have Tuesdays off. Some of their favorite date-night spots include Neyow’s

Creole Café and GW Finns. The Peats have not yet experienced Mardi Gras, but promise that it is on their bucket list. They humbly ask for forgiveness for that. They also enjoy traveling during the offseason, and especially cherished a trip back to Ashley’s native Australia in 2019. They hope to bring Samson to Australia in the future.

The Peats are no strangers to giving back, especially here in New Orleans. Andrus and Ashley have recently launched their organization, “Peats Purpose,” in an effort to help give back to the youth in the New Orleans community. “Peats Purpose” envisions a legacy that focuses largely on arts, education, and health, while focusing on giving back to the community and intentionally making a difference to those in need.

“We aim to have quarterly, if not more, events a year, “Ashley says. “It means the world to us to see that we are impacting people’s lives. Both our families have philanthropic hearts,” Peat says. “We were raised to give when you can. Giving doesn’t always have to mean

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financially. It can be time, experience, knowledge, and more. We hope to do more here in New Orleans this year, “Peat concludes. The Peats hope to schedule several events in New Orleans and in Arizona for “Peats Purpose” to help children in the community. Last year, “Peats Purpose” held an event at Dave and Busters in which over one-hundred foster children attended. The Peats also plan on scheduling a Christmas event this year to help uplift disadvantaged youth during the holidays. “Peats Purpose” is such a wonderful example of selfless giving that is so needed currently in the New Orleans area for our youth. Andrus exclaims, “I want to see more opportunities and programs for youth to utilize. I would love to help provide resources to contribute to our youth for more success,” Peat says. Peat concludes, “I pray that our youth maximizes their full potential and follow their dreams, whatever they may be. Football is a vehicle that enables me to leave an imprint on communities. I am hopeful that the “Peats Purpose” family and I can make an impact on this city. Together we can do a lot!” The Peats are no doubt making their voices heard and leaving a positive legacy on the New Orleans community. Who Dat Nation and New Orleanians salute the Peat’s efforts on and off the field. We encourage everyone to check out “Peats Purpose” and consider helping in any way you can.

Tulane Dermatology

Innovators in the treatment of skin diseases, faculty physicians at Tulane University, Department of Dermatology, provide cutting-edge general dermatology care, as well as treatment of complicated dermatological problems. Led by Erin Boh, MD, Ph.D., the department offers expert treatments for psoriasis, atopic dermatitis and cosmetic dermatology. We also participate in cutting-edge clinical research involving cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, hidradenitis suppurativa, vitiligo, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.

Our faculty are experienced in the most up-to-date therapies for common, as well as rare dermatologic diseases. Additionally, Tulane offers numerous surgical as well as nonsurgical treatments for skin cancer, including state-of-the art treatment in Mohs surgery for nonmelanoma skin cancers and other specialized treatments. We not only treat difficult dermatologic diseases, we also teach the next generation of clinicalTulanedermatologists.Dermatology provides consultative services and medical expertise to patients throughout the state and the entire gulf coast region. Our dermatologists are experts in phototherapy, photopheresis and can provide unique biologictargeted treatments for skin diseases. We offer mole mapping for those individuals who are concerned about ever-changing moles, those who have melanoma and those who are possibility at risk for melanoma. We use a high tech system designed to consistently map and track moles over an extended course. This enables our physicians to be one step ahead to provide the proper medical care and advice.

All of our doctors are board certified in Dermatology by the American Academy of Dermatology. We currently practice at two locations in the greater New Orleans Metropolitan area, and one location on the north shore, in Covington, LA.

To schedule an appointment at our New Orleans clinic, please call 504-988-1700.

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by Sarah Spencer

OrleansIFYOU’VE

EVER BEEN on your way to a nice dinner in the French Quarter and noticed a barrage of litter and graffiti, you’re not alone. Residents and businesses in this historic neighborhood noticed a significant reduction of these over the pandemic, but they came right back as things started opening. Keep the Quarter Clean is a new campaign to help businesses and residents address sanitation issues and help prevent them moving forward.

Keep the Quarter Clean is a part of the French Quarter Management District (FQMD), which partners up with locals to focus on sanitation, public safety work, infrastructure, lighting, street cleaning, and all other maintenance issues. They were contacted by Keep Louisiana Beautiful, an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, to launch this important campaign.

“We really want to push a sense of ownership of cleanliness in the French Quarter,” says Karley Frankic, FQMD Executive Director. “This campaign has already been embraced by so many organizations and individuals,

Keep the Quarter Clean Aims to Beautify the French Quarter

all of whom are tired of experiencing unsanitary conditions.”

FQMD created an informative one-page flier outlining laws related to garbage and animal waste, schedules for services and taxpayer-funded street cleaning, as well as information on how to report an issue. “We made it really easy for people to report sanitation concerns,” Frankic says. The flier includes a QR code, a direct phone number, and an email address. “Before, we weren’t hearing concerns, but now we are and are addressing them.”

Keep the Quarter Clean also aims to spread awareness and increase residential, business, and tourist involvement. They created bumper magnets and window decals, and informational cards to put in hotel rooms for tourists to easily read. They have membership meetings regularly. They also hope to work with the Young Leadership Council and the French Quarter Business Association in the very near future.

Moving forward, Keep the Quarter Clean plans to provide additional tools for vendors to help take care of cleanliness. “There’s a lot of concern over graffiti,” Frankic says. “We’re working on strategies to help remove any.” Some of the strategies include having two full-time employees to remove graffiti from public property, provide resources for tagged private property owners, including grant owners, and discussing the issue at livability-focused forums and meetings. The FQMD is also conducting a comprehensive survey of streetlights, such as any needed installations or repairs, to help improve public safety.

“The French Quarter is the driver of tourism and hospitality,” Frankic says. “We want to make it as nice as possible. Plus,” she adds, “there are so many residents. We want everyone to be happy and healthy.”

To learn more about Keep the Quarter Clean or to request fliers, car magnets, or decals, visit their website at www.fqmd.org/ KeeptheQuarterClean

by Leslie Cardé

Curtains Up!

AS FALL, AND THE COOLER TEMPS that go with it, swings its doors wide open, there are many other sets of doors that will be welcoming patrons of the arts everywhere across New Orleans.  The theatrical season is upon us, and the offerings are plentiful.

The Crescent City Chamber Music Festival is beginning the season with seven free concerts, featuring some of classical music’s most intense and passionate works.  It runs from October 6-16, at venues all around town, and featuring everything from Brahms to Mozart and beyond. You can check its website to find out which concerts interest you, and where they’re happening, offree-public-concerts/at crescentcitychambermusicfestival.com/ It’sthe100th yearattheFrenchQuarterlocation

Le Petit Theatre, and, according to executive direct Don-Scott Cooper, we can expect a bevy of old and new productions including some that are particularly meaningful to the community.  For instance, in March they will be tackling, “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,” to coincide with the Tennessee Williams Festival.

Ballet Theatre has been around now for 20 seasons.  Greg Schramel, the group’s CEO and artistic director also runs a conservatory where dancers are trained to be top-notch performers.  Schramel left New Orleans decades ago, but came back on a mission.

“I thought it was unacceptable that a city of this size, known for the arts, didn’t have a ballet company,” explained Schramel.  “We’ve been performing classical and contemporary pieces ever since, and the City has been very responsive.  Since the pandemic was at its height, performances have been packed.

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“It’s been a wild ride for theatres around town since we were hit with the pandemic back in 2020, and everything shut down,” said Cooper.  “But, we do have very loyal subscribers.  Recently, an 85-year-old woman called to say she didn’t quite feel safe yet coming back to a crowded theatre, but she wanted to renew her subscription anyway, and save her seat for better days ahead.”

Check lepetittheatre.com for a list of upcoming shows.

Performing predominantly at The Orpheum Theatre with four to five productions a season, the New Orleans

Last year, The Nutracker and Swan Lake set new records for  Checkus.”out the fall season offerings at:  neworleansballettheatre.comThe Marigny Opera House has a very interesting history.  Formerly the old Holy Trinity Church, it was closed down by the Archdiocese in 1997.  In 2012, Executive Director Dave Hurlbert and his partner Scott King purchased it, and then spent ten years and over a $1 million renovating it...  and that renovation is ongoing.

“I should point out we don’t just do operatic performances, we do everything,” said Hurlbert.  “We present local jazz folks, contemporary musicians, and songwriters.  It’s a busy place, as we do over two performances a week.  We are also home to the Marigny Opera Ballet, but apart from the Nutcracker, all of our works are

Sincecontemporary.”theboxofficereceipts only finance 25% of the theatre’s operating expenses, Hurlbert has become very

creative at fundraising and writing grants.   They even rent the ornate building out for weddings, celebrations and ceremonies, on non-performance weekends.  All proceeds go right back into the foundation to finance upcoming productions.

Check out marignyoperahouse.org for this season’s schedule.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum on Esplanade Avenue at the edge of the French Quarter has had an unusual history.  People still think of the building as the old Mint, which actually printed money starting in the 1830’s.  By 1909 they had stopped minting money, and its metamorphosis began.  It became a museum when members of the New Orleans Jazz Club donated their collection to the Louisiana State Museum.  The Mint was given to the state in 1966, and by 1982, it had become a museum, housing some great historical artifacts, and providing a permanent place for performances.

“We expanded in 2016, and I oversaw that,” said executive director Greg Lambousy.  “Now, in this 70,000 square foot building we might have two to three performances a day.   And, with the grounds taking up another 70,000 square feet, we play host to the French Quarter Festival, Satchmo Fest, and others because we have the space and a very central location.  In 2019, prior to the pandemic, we did 319 productions that year. By the end of 2021 we had bounced back , and we’re coming back big time in 2022.”

With donors like Robert and Chi Chi Millman donating generously to the concert arenas, it’s become a spectacular place to hear live music.  The Museum is now working toward a permanent exhibit on the Nolajazzmuseum.org2nd floor. is where you’ll find their upcoming events, and information about their December 3rd gala.

Anwar Nasir, the executive director of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, who’s been at the helm for just 15 >>

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months, hasbeen impressed with how New Orleans and its people rally in a crisis.  He arrived just in time for Hurricane Ida.

“I touched down in the middle of a pandemic and we didn’t have the first concert until October of 2021, because all of the fall festivals had cancelled,” said Nasir, “so we figured it was a good time to resume.  But, we retained all of our musicians, who are full-time employees with benefits, did some socially distanced ensembles, and spaced the entire stage out at The Orpheum to do recordings.”

Nasir loves that the orchestra plays many different styles of music, not just classical, and considers today’s Hollywood film composers the Beethovens of tomorrow.  In fact, this season, the music of John Williams, who scored “Home Alone”, the MacCauley Culkin classic, will be featured, as a drop-down screen plays the movie and the symphony soars.  ( I saw this performed last Christmas with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra.... it’s not to be missed. It’s something for the whole family to delight in.)

Apart from the works of Ravel and Debussy, this season they’ll feature music for the Christmas holidays and even some works from the Lost Bayou Ramblers, a Cajun band from Broussard, Louisiana.

There’s something for everyone at LPO.  Check out the season at lpomusic.com

The Jefferson Performing Arts Society has been around for 45 years, but its relatively new executive director Todd Simmons arrived in January of 2020--- just

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two months before the pandemic.

“We didn’t open again until the December Nutcracker performance, with a lot of restrictions,”  said Simmons.   “Everyone wore masks, including those on stage, and those technical folks behind the curtain.  The state had initially told us dancing was not allowed, but then got back to us and said ballet wasn’t really dancing.  Hey, it allowed us to proceed.”

With nine productions a year including four student performances at their Airline Drive center, the arts group has always presented a nice mix of comedies and musicals including such classics as “Carousel” and “The Addams Family”.  This season you’ll be treated to “Sweet Potato Queens”, “In the Heights”, “Holiday Inn”, “Romeo and Juliet”, “Murder on the Orient Express,” and “Misery”. which will be played interestingly by a real-life husband and wife team.

Check the dates at jpas.org

The New Orleans Opera Association has been around since 1796. New Orleans is the birthplace of opera in the United States. This particular company is in its 80th season, with Clare Burovac serving currently as the Executive Director.

“Many people think opera might be stuffy, and must have been written by some white guy in the 1800’s,” said Burovac.  “Yet, there are hundreds of operas written every year by new people, like last year’s Terence Blanchard opera, ‘Champion:  An Opera in Jazz’.”

This season will see an array of eclectic works including Charlie Parker’s “Yardbird”, and “Sky on Swings,” about two women who grapple with the one friend’s onset of Alzheimer’s disease.  The casts are made up primarily of locals with stars coming in from all over

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the world to play some of the leads in certain productions.  With lavish costumes, elaborate lighting and amazing singing and dancing, the opera makes for an impactful evening, as Burovac knows well.  For anyone who thinks this is an elitist endeavor, the people strolling through Audubon Park last May were treated to a performance of Porgy and Bess, as the music of Gershwin wafted on breezes through the trees.  The crowd, behind the barricades for the ticketed audience, was overwelmed.

For a complete schedule, go to neworleansopera.org.

What would New Orleans be without The Saenger Theatre?  It withstood Hurricane Katrina, only after artisans from across the country restored it at a hefty price tag, and it endured the construction collapse of The Hard Rock Hotel

right next door.  But, by July 2021, it was back.  Originally opening back in 1927, the community has had a long connection to this theater, which brings in touring companies of the major productions on Broadway.  Although serious drama is not the niche of The Saenger, as, CEO David Skinner says, that’s because many people come to the theater to forget their troubles.

“But, we do have ‘To Kill a Mockingbird,’ coming up this season. It’s an iconic story that has withstood the test of time,” said Skinner.  “We must be doing something right because our subscription base is higher than huge cities like Houston and Atlanta.  People havebeen buying tickets since the moderation of the pandemic, with a vengeance.”

And, there have been some iconic moments at this theatre.  In the 1950’s, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton were on stage in, “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf”.  It’s a rarity to have big stars go on tour, but the Edward Albee play had become a destination for theatre-goers because of the two standout thespians, and it wouldn’t have been the same without them.

The upcoming season at The Saenger looks to be outstanding with its Broadway musicals, including “Pretty Woman,” “Six,” “Tina,” and, “Moulin Rouge,” the winner of 10 Tony Awards,  just to name a few of the well-known productions.

To see the complete schedule for the fall season, go to: saengernola.com.

And, there’s a new theatre company in town.  Crescent City Stage is the brainchild of Michael Newcomer, whose first performance debuted in September.  Newcomer is also an actor and starred in the two-man drama called, “Pantomime”, the story of two men (one Black and one White) at an island bed and breakfast, exploring the underlying issues of racial equality.  The play uses dark comedy to underscore important messages and get people talking.  Currently, CCS is using the Marquette Theater at Loyola University for its productions, but according to Newcomer, if all goes well, they’d like to have their own brick and mortar building in 3-5 years.

Newcomer is a man on a mission to get living wages for local actors. He’d like to shred the non-profit theater model which puts the actors at the bottom of the totem pole when it comes to pay. He’d like to flip the switch on the idea that administrators are the ones who do well financially, while writers and actors, who are central to any production, must have other jobs to support themselves.

Box-office receipts are only responsible for 25-40% of operating costs at any of the theatres in town, and the rest must be funded through donations, corporate angels, and grants.  It’s a full-time job to find monies to keep these theatres operating.  With the exception of LPO, which hires musicians as full-time employees, and The Saenger, which buys a touring company production with out-ofstate performers, the actors here in town aren’t even making the equivalent of minimum wage in a larger city.  Louisiana is a right-towork state, so there’s no union to enforce state minimum wage for performers and important ancillary workers.

“The performing arts should be primarily funded by the city,” recounted Newcomer.  “We give major tax credits for films, but the rest of the performing arts are forgotten.  I’d like to pay the people who work for my theater $15/hour. That doesn’t seem to be asking

a lot.  We cannot pay more for the sets than we do the writers, actors and technical folks.  I’d like to change the business model so that the creative people in this town are respected, and not just the stars who come in from out of town under union contracts, and sometimes get a back-end deal on the box office receipts.”

There’s no question that every director spoken to for this article would like to see their performers get a fair shake.  It is their talents which keep the performing arts in New Orleans alive. Supporting your local theaters is not only good for those who contribute to these productions, but with the sensational offerings on tap this season, it’s likely to be one of your most enjoyable evenings out.

Email Leslie Cardé at leslieinolamag@gmail.com

New Orleans

AFTER OVER A YEAR OF DESIGNING, planning, and development, Eye Wares celebrated the grand opening of its third location at 6001 Magazine Street in Uptown New Orleans on June 2, 2022. Eye Wares owner, Dr. Lauren Agnew, teamed up with interior designer Jacquelyn Lindsey, owner of JL Studio Designs, to create a welcoming and luxurious space where patients

and customers can comfortably receive outstanding eye care as well as shop for luxury glasses and sunglasses.

“I can remember for years driving by 6001 Magazine when it was a shoddy looking gas station eye sore,” Jaqueline says, “Then one day I saw it being torn down and I was so excited to see what would one day be built there in its place.” Flash forward to early 2021, when Dr. Agnew called Jacquelyn about the Magazine Street location. “She had my instant attention because I knew exactly what building she was talking about. It was meant to be!”

With a goal to raise the bar for optical design around the country from bland and clinical to edgy and eye-catching, JL Designs knew it had its work cut out for it. “Dr. Agnew wanted the space to reflect the historic charm of traditional New Orleans while also mixing a few unexpected modern elements for an added edge,” Jacquelyn says. “With that in mind, we incorporated

glass feather chandeliers down the center of the hallway, alluding to Mardi Gras headpieces. A handmade plaster ceiling ring frames the 14-foot-tall brass atrium that celebrates the delicacy of traditional plaster moldings often seen in historic mansions on St. Charles.” The beloved bird wallpaper and purple wall panel that frames the Eye Wares logo nods to the traditional Mardi Gras colors of purple, green, and gold.

These are only a small number of examples of the traditional elements incorporated. For modern elements, the team at JL Studio brought in contemporary resin artwork above the arches, the handmade glass mosaic quote wall at the end of the hallway, and a statement book that matches the stone, oversized cabinet hardware. The arches throughout the store are also a great example of traditional architecture meeting modern.

Clockwise from above: Jacquelyn at the Grand Opening; An ornamental glass chandelier hangs above a retail display case; Eye Wares’ tasteful facade graces Magazine Street.

The Eye Wares’ shops offer oneon-one customer service and a fun and funky independent spirit, and the Uptown location is no exception. The shelving styling was quite a task. Laying out hundreds of pairs of glasses in an organized fashion while artistically displaying them with small decorations was not easy, but it makes the shopping experience so much more inviting and visually stimulating for the customer. “We wanted the building to feel clean, but we didn’t want the customer’s experience to feel sterile,” Jacquelyn says.

“A lot of people have told me that one of their favorite things is the head displays in the retail window,” Jacquelyn says. “Hearing this warm my heart because they were works of art personally made by the JL Studio team. We sourced each of the heads, then hand-painted them all in white, made the floral arrangements inside

the heads, and installed the mounts to hold the bold sunglasses on their faces.” When choosing a pair of the stylish and luxurious glass or sunglasses on these remarkable displays, Dr. Agnew offers this advice: “Remember that comfort is key! Confidence in a great pair of glasses can add style while providing the best vision.”

Eye Wares NOLA has an exceptional team of optometrists, a dry eye treatment center, and a stunning selection of luxury frames at its optical shop. For chronic dry eye, Eye Wares is equipped with dry eye professionals, Morpheus8 Radio Frequency, and IPL (Intense Pulsed Light Therapy) treatment options. Originally designed for treating skin conditions and wrinkles, these options are a safe and effective way to get long-lasting relief from dry eye symptoms with no downtime.

JL Studio Designs is a one-stop shop for all design needs, with a very hands-on team. “We do everything from floor plans and electrical layouts to interior/exterior finishes and fixtures, custom furniture, window treatments, and seasonal event décor,” Jacquelyn says. “From collaborating creatively with my team in the studio, to strategic planning on-site, to watching our designs come to life through intricate installations, I can honestly say that I simply couldn’t imagine myself doing anything else as passionately,” Jacquelyn says. Her passion certainly shines through in this magnificent >>

Top: Dr. Agnew at the Grand Opening.

Right: A view of the stylish retail displays.

Far right: Even the restrooms have more than a dash of elegance.

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design of which perfectly encapsulates the compassionate care at the core of Eye Wares. “Although I am so thrilled with the final product and so happy for the success of Eye Wares, some days I feel sad that it’s all over,” Jacquelyn Collectively,says.Eye Wares has the largest, most diverse selection of designer and independent eyewear in the Greater New Orleans area. Craving the colorful edgy designs or the glamorous style of Cartier? This exclusive retailer for Cartier, Gucci and other optical

artists from around the world will meet the needs of any eyewear aficionado.

The Eye Wares Magazine location is our vision for a transformative eyewear boutique experience,” says Dr. Agnew,. “From the second customers walk in the door for new frames, sunglasses, eye exam or dry eye treatment, they will feel like they’ve entered another world. I have hand-assembled some of my favorite lines that I believe represent the artistic, diverse, stunning aesthetics of the Uptown area.”

Senior Care Resources

Culicchia Neurological New Orleans, Jefferson and Culicchianeuro.com504-340-6976Northshore

Dependable In Home Care

702 N. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans

Thedependablecare.net504-486-5044caregiversyourequest, when you need them, at a price you can afford. Locally owned and operated since 1969.

Eye Wares

Dr. Lauren Agnew, OD Mandeville, Metairie and Uptown eyewaresnola.com504-301-1726

Gulf South Eye Associates

4224 Houma Blvd., Suite 100 Metairie, LA 70006

LCMC Health Urgent Care

Algiers, Gretna, Clearview, Lakeview, Covington, Marrero and LCMChealthurgentcare.comUptown

Thibodaux Regional Medical Center

Wegulfsoutheye.com454-1000areacceptingnew patients for

(504)

general ophthalmic treatment as well as other ocular diseases and offer complementary LASIK consultations.

Infinite Health Integrative Medicine Center 3900 Veterans Blvd #204  (504) 323-0025

2002 W Walnut Street - Suite 2 Lake yourinfinitehealth.com337-312-8234Charles

602 N. Acadia Rd., Thibodaux Atthibodaux.com985-447-5500ThibodauxRegional, you are not a number – you are someone who will be treated with respect, cared for with compassion, and treated kindly.

Westside Orthopaedic Clinic

Ralph Katz, MD 1301 Barataria Blvd. Marrero WestsideOrtho.com504-347-0243

CommunityRetirementChristwood

100 Christwood Blvd., christwoodrc.com985-898-0515Covington

The Laurel Kelly Martin

1101 Aline Street  New Letlaurelnola.com504-350-2244Orleansthegoodtimes

live on in New Orleans!  Locally owned and operated, New Orleans’ only all-female memory care and robust assisted living community.

Money Hill 100 Country Club Dr., Abita moneyhill.com985-892-3300Springs Homes Memorial

promise.thatweandtheremembrancesDignitydignity-memorialdignitymemorial.com/about-1-800-343-4464Memorialhelpscreatethatreflectuniquevalues,charactertraditionsofthefamiliesserve.Thatisourpassion,isourpurpose,thatisourGuaranteed.

FidelityBANKINGBank

Multiple locations throughout the Greater New Orleans area. bankwithfidelity.com504-861-7778

St. Charles Parish, New Orleans, St. Tammany and Jefferson (504) cparealtyllc.com812-8807

JDL CPA ConsultingAccountingForensicBusiness jessicaleblanccpa.com812-7105 & Bruno, Senior Loan Officer dkmortgage.com/bruno985-200-8214 Payment Services 1912 Clearview Pkwy., Ste. 201, precisionpaymentsystems.com504-229-6394Metairie

Annette Dowdle 3510 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie hubinternational.com504-834-2424

Nora Holmes - State Farm Insurance Agent 117 Metairie Lawn Dr, Metairie (504) geauxholmes.com831-0002

North InsuranceAmericanAgency of Louisiana, INC 2255 N. Hwy. 190, Covington naiala.com871-5480

Susan Geoghegan - State Farm Insurance Agent 6601 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Suite 17, sf247.net504-883-5553Metairie

Real Men Wear

Pink New Orleans

THE REAL MEN WEAR PINK campaign of New Orleans is in its 8th year. On August 17th, the 2022 ambassadors were announced to the community during the Real Men Wear Pink Reveal Party at the Fire House Loft.

This year, 29 local leaders have committed to representing Real Men Wear Pink as ambassadors in our community. The campaign was designed to engage more male community leaders and influencers in the American Cancer Society’s mission to eliminate breast cancer. Community leaders around the nation use the power of wearing pink to draw attention to the cause, events and social media to raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer initiatives. During October these area leaders raise donations and encourage community members to take action in

the fight to end breast cancer.

In 2021, the New Orleans campaign raised over $127,000 locally and nationally, and with the other 140 campaigns, they collectively raised over $12 million to support the American Cancer Society’s efforts to save lives from breast cancer.  This year, the campaign is geared up to raise upwards of $150,000 in the New Orleans community.ACSprovides innovative research, patient services, health equity, and education around screenings and risk reduction. Since its inception, this annual program has raised more than $40 million since its inception nationally in 2013.

To learn more about the campaign and to support an ambassador visit: realmenwearpinknola.org

Cancer Awareness Resources

Cancer is often a topic no one wants to discuss. Yet, it’s important to know who to call for prevention and treatment. The below is a list of resources available to Greater New Orleans.

American Cancer Society cancer.org

Children’s Hospital 200 Henry Clay Ave, New Orleans chnola.org504-544-0987

Culicchia Neurological New Orleans, Jefferson, Northshore culicchianeuro.com504-340-6976

Infinite Health Integrative Medicine Center

3900 Veterans Blvd #204, Metairie 2002504-323-0025W.Walnut St., Suite 2, Lake Charles yourinfinitehealth.com337-312-8234

New Orleans Aesthetics Dr. Zeena Al-Dujaili 3434 Prytania Street, Suite 420, New Orleans neworleansaesthetics.com504-475-1000

The Skin Surgery Centre Keith LeBlanc, Jr., M.D. Elizabeth Bucher, M.D. R. Corey Rougelot, M.D. 1615 Metairie Rd. #101, Metairie theskinsurgerycentre.com504-644-4226

Thibodaux Regional Medical Center 602 N. Acadia Rd., Thibodaux thibodaux.com985-447-5500

Tulane Dermatology 1415 Tulane Avenue, 5th Floor New Orleans 504-988-1700

Skin CareResources

Eurobrow by Biljana D’Amico 4608 Rye Street, Metairie

“Ieurobrow.com504-618-0303providemyclients with Eurobrow Technique of perfecting their eyebrows for their facial structure. My goal is to bring out the youthful, natural beauty in each of my clients.”

The Gallery Salon & Spa 6312 Argonne Blvd

Lakeview’sTheGalleryNola.com504-482-2219onlyluxury day spa/salon and art gallery and by appointment only.

New Orleans Aesthetics

Dr. Zeena Al-Dujaili

3434 Prytania Street, Suite 420, New Orleans

Newneworleansaesthetics.com504-475-1000OrleansAestheticstreats

a variety of conditions from minor skin irritations to complex skin cancer surgery for patients of all ages.

Royal Retreat Day Spa Tori 3571PasentineNorthCauseway Boulevard Emerald Corner Shopping Center

LuxuryRoyalRetreatDaySpa.com985-231-7329Mandevillefull-servicedayspa

offering a wide variety of specialty skin care products and facials.

The Skin Surgery Centre

Keith LeBlanc, Jr., M.D. Elizabeth Bucher, M.D. R. Corey Rougelot, M.D. 1615 Metairie Rd. #101, Metairie theskinsurgerycentre.com504-644-4226

Flourishes

1. New Navarette collection, great Modern Farmhouse style, 3 sizes and multiple finishes, gas or electric. Gulf Coast Lanterns. 401 N Columbia St, Covington, 800-910-3275, gulfcoastlanterns. com 2. Get the protection your skin needs and the gorgeous glow you crave with UV Glow. New Orleans Aesthetics, 504-475-1000, neworleansaesthetics.com. 3. Rice paper placemat. $32. Hilltop Shoppe, 533-9670, hilltopshoppe.com 4. Give the gift of redefined private in-home dining, The Furloughed Four, 319-9071.

FB/IG: @FurloughedFour TheFurloughedFour.net 5. Custom closets for all your organization needs. Closets by Design, Covington, 985-247-0230. neworleans.closetsbydesign.com 4

6. Currey and Company Galahad Blue Chandelier. Southland Plumbing Supply. Mandeville, southlandplumbingsupply.com985-893-8883,

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7. Chatsworth Botanical Tabletop Torch. Available in gold or silver finish. Large 14” wide. $185. Outdoor Living Center, Covington, outdoorlivingcenter.com985-893-8008,

8. 12x14 Glass, Resin by Mary Hong, Shard Shop, 3950 Magazine St., 571-5342. nola.shardshop.com 9. “New Orleans Disasters” by local author and filmmaker Royd Anderson. barnesandnoble.com. 10. Joseph Joseph nesting bowls, containers and measuring spoons, $11-$55, AURALUZ, 4408 Shores Drive, 888-3313. shopauraluz.com

11. Annie Glass 15x8 Large Plank Cheese Board, $122, Judy at the Rink, 2727 Prytania Street, 8917018. judyattherink.com

Blue Lapis Sun necklace. Ron Jewelers. 4103 Williams Blvd., Kenner. 405-5121, 18k Victorian ring, featuring a 2.23ct oval Natural Ceylon Sapphire, surrounded by 0.60cts of diamonds (accompanied by GIA report). $12,500 Symmetry Jewelers & Designers, 8138 Hampson Street, Frame by LA Eyeworks, Eye Wares, 800 Metairie Rd, Suite Q, 301-1726 and 6001 Magazine St, Hand-embroidered bubbles.

5. A whole world of possibilities with these acrylic counter stools. Available in counter and bar height. Fur.nish, Metairie, 702-8514. 6. 24”w x16”h Turkey carving board in maple, cherry or sapele. Comes with a set of turkey lifters. $325. NOLA Boards, 4228 Magazine St., New Orleans, nolaboards.com256-0030.

7. Lapis Collar Necklace $475. Jennifer Ponson Jewelry Design, 850-6983183, JenniferPonson.com 8. Omega Seamaster Diver300M Co-Axial Master Chronometer, $5,400. Boudreaux’s Jewelers, Mandeville, 626-1666.

9. This remarkable Burma ruby ring by Boucheron is a beautiful jeweled creation by one of the most famous names in luxury. $38,850. M.S. Rau Antiques, 622 Royal St. 888-711-8084. msrau.com 10. Natura Bisse Diamond Cocoon Collection, Royal Retreat Day Spa, 3571 North Causeway Boulevard 985231-7329. royalretreatdayspa.com

11. Mignon Faget Rocks Glass Set, $85. The Sazerac House, New Orleans, 504-910-0100. sazerachouse.com

INside Peek

Fidelity White Linen Night

Attendees of Fidelity White Linen Night escape the August heat. Art galleries on Julia Street in the Warehouse District are open late, often offering beverages, and attendees enjoy art and good company while typically wearing white outfits.

1. Dr. James Gray from the American Heart Association of Greater New Orleans, sponsors Boysie Bollinger, Blaise Zuschlag and Roch Eshleman, with St. Therese Academy Principal Shannon Bland. 2. Nick Congemi, Royd Anderson, Julia Ledet, and Jenny White at Anderson’s Pan Am Flight

759 documentary screening at the East Bank Regional Library in Metairie on the 40th anniversary of the crash, July 9. An estimated crowd of 175 attended. 3. Annette Dowdle and Michael Williams with Hub International attend University of New

by Brad Ferrand

TYRUS LIVE!

YOU’VE SEEN HIM on Fox News, you’ve seen him on the big screen, you’ve seen him in the wrestling ring, you’ve also seen him as the Grand Monarch of the Krewe of Orpheus. Now, you’ll soon have a chance to spend an evening listening to best-selling author Tyrus crack jokes, interact with a live audience, and comment on current events right here in New Orleans. Tyrus is bringing his new live tour, Tyrus Live! to the Orpheum Theater on November 4.

Tyrus has been a regular on-air contributor on Fox News since 2016 appearing on The Gutfeld Show, The Five, and a number of other fox new programs. Tyrus also recently released his first book, Tyrus: A Memoir, that became a best-seller. Now, Tyrus is trying something new: a solo liver performance in which he is featured as the main act on stage. The idea was his wife, Ingrid’s. She believed Tyrus would be a natural at entertaining a live audience with jokes and no-nonsense political and current-event commentary. “At first, I kind of brushed off the idea,” Tyrus says. “I told Ingrid, you know what, if you think this is a good idea, you go ahead and book some venues, and we’ll go from there.” Within a few hours, Ingrid had booked a venue in St. Louis

for Tyrus to kick off his live shows. “I was shocked,” Tyrus said. “But, true to my word, I said I’ll do Tyrusthis.”mainly entertains a national audience in a studio with only a few cameras present, but his comfort zone is on stage in front of thousands of people. Tyrus is used to that since he has spent years entertaining live audiences as a wrestler in the WWE and, most recently, in the National Wrestling Alliance. So this new tour is putting Tyrus right back in his comfort zone in front of a live audience. Tyrus Live! gives guests an opportunity to spend an intimate evening with Tyrus’ “no-nonsense” approach to life in his own heartfelt and comical way. VIP guests will have an opportunity to meet and take pictures with Tyrus as well as interact with him during the show. “These shows take me out the stuffy studio and bring me to an open venue where I can interact with my fans and not stick to a script. I can be myself,” Tyrus says.

Tyrus Live! in November at the Orpheum Theater will be a homecoming for Tyrus. Most people don’t realize that Tyrus is actually an adopted New Orleanian. Although Tyrus was born in Massachusetts, raised in California, and works in New York City four

days a week, Tyrus and his family actually call Mandeville home. The show in November will be extra sweet for Tyrus to entertain his hometown crowd. “I’m really excited about the show in New Orleans,” Tyrus exclaims. “I was at the coffee shop in Mandeville the other morning and someone in line actually mentioned how excited they were to attend my show in November. I can’t wait.” Tyrus will also have the hilarious Gutfeld Show writer Joe Devito open for him. Tyrus may also surprise the audience with some jokes from someone very close to him. Shhh…you have to attend the show to find out. You can catch Tyrus Live! on Friday November 4 at 8:00 p.m. at the Orpheum Theater. Tyrus’s wife, Ingrid, is proudly producing the show and has gone above and beyond in ensuring that the guest experience is both convenient and safe. In addition to the security staff already present at the Orpheum Theater, Ingrid has also hired a private fleet of security guards who will be stationed outside the Orpheum Theater. Guests can also take advantage of valet parking steps from the Orpheum Theater. Tickets are available for purchase at Ticketmaster. We can’t wait to experience the show!

INside Peek

Inside New Orleans White Linen Night

Inside New Orleans celebrated our August-September cover artist Jacques Soulas during White Linen Night at Degas Gallery. Guests enjoyed food from Blue Line Sandwich Co. and drinks by Urban South Brewery.

INside

Meet the Saints Luncheon

Guests enjoy themselves at the Meet the Saints, Touchdown Club luncheon at Hilton Riverside. And, of course, the met Saints players. Who Dat!

Drinks with Anna

by Anna Tusa

Y’ALL, LONG BEFORE VODKA REDBULL

there was a drink in the 80’s that was doing the same thing. Featured on cocktail lists all over the world, the Espresso Martini is a modern classic cocktail. It was originally called the Vodka Espresso and was created in 1983 by bartender, Dick Bradsell, who worked at the Soho Brasserie in London. According to the story, a supermodel customer asked for a drink that would wake her up and get her drunk. Vodka was the most popular spirit at the time and the bartenders’ cocktail area was located right next to the espresso machine.The combination was obvious.

Bradsell’s variation was slightly different from the drink we know and love today. To the usual vodka and espresso, he added Kahlua, Tia Maria, and simple syrup, making for an incredibly rich, overpowering coffee taste. The first recipe lasted until the 1990s, when Bradsell adjusted his recipe to suit the martini-drinking crowd. In 1998 he changed the name to “Espresso Martini” and adapted the ingredients to suit the fashions of the time.

All year long, every city that I have traveled to, in every restaurant or bar, there

has been an Espresso Martini on the menu. So, as a cocktail aficionado, I have tried many different variations and have even crafted my own variations of the classic.

The ClassicMartiniEspresso

1 espresso shot

1.5 oz vodka

½ oz Kahlua

¼ oz Simple Syrup

Combine all ingredients in a metal shaker filled with ice. Shake well to create a nice froth. Strain contents into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with three espresso beans. The 3 beans signify: health, happiness, and wealth.

My Handcrafted Variations:

Not your “Basic” Espresso Martini:

1 espresso shot

1 oz Nelson Brothers Bourbon

½ oz Louisa’s Coffee Caramel Pecan Liqueur (If you know about Louisa’s, then you know it’s a game changer)

Combine all ingredients in a metal shaker filled with ice. Shake well to create a nice froth. Strain into a chilled martini glass, and top with three espresso beans. This drink is perfect for a Fall afternoon pick me up.

Iced Caramel Macchiato

2 shots of Starbuck’s Caramel Macchiato Iced Espresso

1oz Three Olives Espresso Vodka

¼ oz simple syrup

Combine all ingredients in a high ball glass filled with ice Stir, then drizzle caramel across the top. We just took the Iced Caramel Macchiato to the next level.

The South of the Border

1 espresso shot

1 oz Blanco Tequila

1oz Bumbu Cream

1 teaspoon Mexican Vanilla Extract

Combine all ingredients in a metal shaker filled with ice. Shake until frothy. Rim a martini glass with cinnamon, strain

The Frozen Espresso-tini

Double shot espresso

1oz Vanilla Vodka

½ oz Kahula

¼ oz simple syrup

Combine all ingredients in a blender filled with ice. Blend until desired consistency. Pour into a Collins glass and top with 3 espresso

Thisbeans.drink can also be served on the rocks instead of frozen, by combining all ingredients in a metal shaker in filled with ice. Shakeuntil frothy and strain into a martini glass. Finish with three espresso

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wrong ways to make this modern classic cocktail. Experiment with what you like. There are also several great cold brew espressos on the market at your grocery if you do not have access to an espresso machine. I like Stok Espresso and Chameleon. The Starbuck’s brand has flavors. You can mix up the alcohol too, I really enjoyed Bourbon and Tequila instead of vodka. Also, you can use decaffeinated espresso if you cannot do caffeine, or do not want the extra caffeine. The drinks will still taste

Cheersdelicious.to Fall Y’all!

Haute Plates

A selection of restaurants and haute dishes found around New Orleans and beyond.

1016 ANNUNCIATION ST. ORLEANS

Annunciation Restaurant, located in New Orleans’ Warehouse District, is walking distance to the New Orleans Convention Center and WWII museum. Specializing in Southern and Creole cuisine, Annunciation is the perfect setting for an intimate evening out, corporate dinner or your Holiday Celebration.

Farm fresh breakfasts and lunches at Blue Line Sandwich Co. Pictured above is the homemade, locally sourced St. Patty’s Day Massacre Corned Beef sandwich. Catering and Delivery available. ESPLANADE AVE.

Fall in Love with Briquette Menu will take place on Sunday & Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 5-9PM. Join us for Remy Black & Gold Post Game Happy Hour for every Saints Home Game from 3-6PM at Briquette Bar.

Brunch is also offered at Cafe Degas on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays! From 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., enjoy eggs benedict, quiches, and a crisp waffle topped with white chocolate praline butter, whipped cream, and fresh berries. See our variety of other specialties on our menu! Call ahead for take-away orders.

the contents of the shaker into the martini glass. Top with three espresso beans.

EverydayPlatesKetoTo

Healthy Portions

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Healthy can be delicious! Gluten free, Sugar Free, Low Carb and Keto Bakery delivering weekly to New Orleans and surrounding areas including the 504-957-9033Everydayketotogo.comNorthshore!orcall/texttoplaceyourorder.

The Furloughed Four specialize in seasonal tasting menus with wine pairings from the comfort of your own home. Chef Mario Reyes, Chef Doug Braselman, and sommeliers Ray Gumpert and Taylor Terrebonne, furloughed due to the pandemic, have transformed their passion into a unique dining experience redefining fine dining.

Whether you are following Keto/Low-Carb, or Paleo or are in need of family meals, Healthy Portions Meal Co has a meal plan for you. Healthy Meal Portions Co’s passion is to inspire woman and men to believe in themselves. We are now proud to be a part of the Ochsner Eat Fit program. Each week, our menu is be crafted for your success!

508 TOULOUSE ORLEANS

Game Day Specials in Oyster Bar every Saturday & Sunday all Day as long as the game is on TV. Join us for Fall Brunch in October every Saturday & Sunday in the Courtyard, 3 courses served for $45.00 per person.

Last Bite

FOCUSING ON CREOLE AND SOUTHERN CUISINE, Annunciation Restaurant is a culinary gem in the heart of the Warehouse District. Housed in a lovingly restored turnof-the-century warehouse, Annunciation is the perfect setting for winding down with cocktails after a hectic work day, entertaining clients, and especially enjoying a delicious meal. In addition to being a fantastic space for a night out, Annunciation also provides private event space perfect for everything from a sitdown dinner of 80 to a cocktail reception with hors

Ownerd’oeuvres.KristinSparks didn’t originally plan to own a restaurant, but when her dad came to her, she, of course, said “yes.” The dedicated staff at Annunciation are also crucial to its success. Executive Chef Milton Prudence is a true connoisseur of the kitchen

and has been praised for his Creole dishes and exquisitely prepared New Orleans’ fare for over 40 years. “Everyone brings their own set of strengths to the team, and we have a lot of fun doing our jobs,” Kristin says.

At a night out at Annunciation, expect to enjoy fine wine, delicious cocktails such as their Blueberry Sazerac, and mouthwatering classic and contemporary Creole and Southern dishes such as Gulf Fish Capri, topped with crawfish, crabmeat, and artichokes, and their hearty grilled lamb chops, pictured above. Don’t miss out on this Creole masterpiece and book a reservation or private event for your next night out.

Left: Lamb Chop Lollipop with green beans and mashed garlic potatoes.

Right: virginbalsamicdrizzledgoatcucumber,watermelon,Layeredandcheesewithandextraoliveoil.

Annunciation is open Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs 5-9 and Fri, Sat, 5-10. Located at 1016 Annunciation St. in New Orleans. 504-5680245. annunciationrestaurant.com by Sarah Spencer