New Orleans Magazine September 2023

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FROM THE EDITOR

New Orleanians have had a long, rich love affair with coffee. In fact, according to a 2017 report by our sister publication Biz New Orleans, “More than 1.29 million tons of coffee were imported through the Port of New Orleans between 2011-15,” with millions of square feet of storage, plus roasting facilities across the area.

But beyond big business, coffee drinking is part of our basic culture. Many must kick off the day with a cup of joe from a favorite neighborhood coffee shop, the bean often roasted on site. Meetings are arranged around post-lunch sips with work colleagues or friends at sidewalk cafes across town. Even happy hour cocktail menus feature espresso martinis or frozen Irish coffees. And what would our city favorite the beignet be without its partner, the café au lait?

Our cover feature explores the deep history and culture surrounding our love of coffee, the best spots to savor it, a place to learn how to roast your own and even tips from baristas on how to be the best coffee consumer.

September also sees schools settling in to back to school. From K-12 to college and graduate schools, students are getting back into a groove. We’ve got a fun primer on the latest fashion accessories, tips on how to manage study stress and setting up a homework spot.

If that wasn’t enough, we feature our annual real estate guide, with tips for homeowners on easy changes to make to maximize it for sale, plus the 2023 listing of top professionals across the area.

So, pour yourself your favorite form of coffee, be it hot, iced or frozen (with a splash of hooch), get back into a post-summer groove, and get ready for fall fests, football and more.

ASHLEY MCLELLAN, EDITOR

Streets and Fountains

HI JULIA,

Can you tell me why and when General Diaz Street in Lakeview changed its name from, I believe, St. Louis?

R. RAY, NEW ORLEANS

Hi Ron, General Diaz was one of several streets in Lakeview that were developed mostly after World War II when soldiers came home, and they were backed by the GI Bill to help them build homes.

There were several streets in the area with names themed to World War II: Gen. Haig, Gen. Diaz, Marshall Foch and Argonne. The two generals; Douglas Haig and Armando Diaz, were commanders for Great Britain and Italian forces respectively. Marshall Foch commanded the French forces.

The Argonne Forest was a mountainous woodlands area east of Paris where, though the Allies won, is remembered as America’s bloodiest battle. Commanding the Americans at Argonne was Gen. John Pershing, after whom a street is named Uptown. This story from the war reflects how brutal the Battle of Argonne was:

Allegedly, while visiting a military hospital in October, an American soldier apologized to Gen. Pershing for not saluting him. When Gen. Pershing saw the soldier, he realized that his arm had been blown off near his shoulder. Pershing then said, “No. It is I who should salute you.” After returning to the privacy of his car, Pershing began to weep.

Of all the commanders the one who gets the most mixed reviews from history is Haig. He has been praised for his innovation and criticized for policies that sacrificed many lives at the deadly Battle of the Somme, so that he was labeled by some as “The Butcher of the Somme.” In fairness, during wars it is hard for generals to please everyone, even on their own side.

Much of Lakeview was developed by real estate developer Robert E. Smith. The public library on Canal Boulevard was built in 1956 on land that he donated. Ron, we have no evidence of Gen. Diaz Street once being named St. Louis. There is a

nearby Louis XIV Street. Maybe you were thinking of that? Poydras has some well-connected friends who are geeks about street names. I will ask him to check it out.

DEAR JULIA AND POYDRAS,

I see from the Historic New Orleans Collection that New Orleans once had an active Women’s Christian Temperance Union. Were any temperance fountains erected in New Orleans and are any remaining? If so, such a fountain would be a great spot to celebrate Carrie A. Nation’s birthday with a shot of bourbon and with Poydras there.

Hi Ron,

The Woman’s Temperance Union was a national organization founded in Cleveland in 1874. Among its stated goals was to create a “sober and pure world.” There was a chapter in New Orleans. The HIstoric New Orleans Collection exhibit talks about Caroline Merrick, a local leader who had connections with the national organization. According to THNOC, Merrick was not really as interested in temperance as she was with another cause, women’s suffrage—the right to vote. Organizations such as the Temperance Union gave activist women opportunities to make contact with peers who were also active in various social causes.

You mention a fountain; the most famous Temperance fountain was built in Delaware in 1929 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of that chapter. It was a water fountain (six feet tall; three feet wide and made of granite) suggesting an alternative to alcohol. There was no evidence of such a fountain being built in New Orleans.

Carrie Nation was the most outspoken, and best known, prohibition proponent. Your suggestion that her birthday could have been celebrated at the New Orleans fountain, had there been one, has merit. We suggest that instead of regular water the fountain would have bubbled with club soda. Yes, Poydras might have added a shot of bourbon, though he prefers rum.

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BY FRITZ ESKER

BEIGNET FEST

Bring your appetite to City Park’s Festival Grounds on Sept. 23 to sample dozens of different beignet dishes from New Orleans’ best restaurants at Beignet Fest. Music will include Mia Borders, Flow Tribe, and Imagination Movers. Proceeds from the event benefit programs for children with developmental delays. BeignetFest.com

BEYONCE

Pop superstar

Beyonce is embarking on her first solo tour in more than six years with her “Renaissance World Tour.” She makes her way to New Orleans on Sept. 27 at Caesars Superdome. CaesarsSuperdome. com

OKTOBERFEST AT

FAUBOURG BREWING CO.

Faubourg Brewing Co. hosts Oktoberfest Sept. 23-24, featuring beers, traditional German fare as well as Louisiana favorites, and games for kids. FaubourgBrewery.com

“THE VIEW UPSTAIRS”

This play tells the story of a modernday millennial who learns about love and freedom from the 1973 patrons of the French Quarter’s The Upstairs Lounge. It plays at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center Sept. 8-17. jpas.org

“SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN”

The stage adaptation of the classic Gene Kelly film comes to Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts Sept. 8-24. Stuntman-turned-movie-star Don Lockwood navigates the transition from silent films to talking films and falls in love along the way. RivertownTheaters.com

SOUTHERN DECADENCE

New Orleans’ bawdy celebration of LGBTQ culture will take place throughout the French Quarter Aug. 31Sept. 4. There will be street parties, concerts, a parade, and much more. SouthernDecadence.com

DRAKE

Four-time Grammy winner Drake comes to New Orleans as part of his “It’s All a Blur” tour, along with opening act 21 Savage, at the Smoothie King Center on Sept. 20. SmoothieKing Center.com

FRIED CHICKEN FESTIVAL

Fried Chicken Festival returns to Lakeshore Drive and Franklin Avenue Sept. 30-Oct.1. Try fried chicken from restaurants across the Crescent City and beyond and decide for yourself which is best. FriedChickenFestival.com

CURTAIN CALL BALL

Le Petit Theatre will kick off its 107th season with the Curtain Call Ball, featuring cocktails, cuisine, silent auctions, and live auctions. All funds will support Le Petit. LePetitTheatre.com

NOLAXNOLA

Celebrate New Orleans music and venues over two weekends at clubs and performance spaces throughout the city, running Sept. 28-Oct. 8. NOLAxNOLA.com

SAINTS KICKOFF RUN

On Sept. 9, lace up your running shoes and join the Saints Kickoff Run. This 5K starts in Champions Square and ends at the 50-yard-line of Caesars Superdome. Saints5K.com

Check all event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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BY MISTY MILIOTO BAR TAB

Dessert Cocktails

Bakery Bar, the Lower Garden District eatery and cocktail bar from the team behind Debbie Does Doberge and Debbie on the Levee, has released a selection of dessert cocktails that pair perfectly with the restaurant’s sweet treats. Try the “Big Bertha Alexander” (a boozy sundae with brandy, Frangelico, white creme de cacao and milk). Other options include the “Watchamadrinkit”(made with bourbon, peanut butter bourbon, chicory syrup, Angostura bitters and chocolate bitters) and a riff on the Grasshopper (a mint chocolate shake with white creme de cacao, green creme de menthe, Branca menta, mint syrup and cream).

1179 Annunciation St., 504-210-8519, bakery.bar

FALL LIBATIONS

Mamou, the nearly one year-old modern French brasserie in the Upper French Quarter, has refreshed its cocktail menu with libations that are perfect for fall. Bar manager Alex Gehringer is now offering the La Vie en Rouge, a playful take on a margarita that’s earthy, fruity, velvety and a bit spicy. It’s made with reposado tequila, beet juice, lime, ginger, agave and egg white. Pair it with Executive Chef Tom Branighan’s earthy and herbaceous escargot tartlet. Or try the l’Espresso d’orange (made with rum, cold brew and orange flower water) for a perfect after-dinner drink. 942 N. Rampart St., 504-381-4557, mamounola.com

Meanwhile, Mister Mao’s newly appointed Bar Manager, Madeline “Mad” Chao, working in tandem with general manager Roger Eyles, has unveiled a new cocktail menu for fall. Top options include the “Viva Forever” (a warm and earthy cosmostyle cocktail made with vodka, chai spice, clove, beet, El Guapo Cajun Grenadine and lemon) and the “Baby One More Thyme” (a thick and frothy herbal concoction made with gin, Pimm’s thyme, bitter orange, lime and aquafaba). 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-345-2056, mistermaonola.com

WHAT’S YOUR SIGN?

The Bower and its adjacent indoor/outdoor cocktail parlor, The Bower Bar, has a new cocktail menu inspired by the zodiac. Beginning Sept. 1, all 12 zodiac signs will be served up in cocktail or mocktail form. This month, the “Virgo” cocktail (a smart and stoic cocktail) features bourbon, Angostura bitters, simple syrup and orange peel. In October, try the “Scorpio,” which, just like the sign, is intense and elicits deep feelings with beet-infused mezcal, passionfruit, lime and suze, served straight up in a smoked-salt-rimmed coupe. In November, try the “Sagittarius,” a cheerful and assertive drink made with poblano liquor, tequila, citrus and smoked salt. 1320 Magazine St., 504-582-9738, thebowernola.com

WINE & DINE

Herbsaint, the flagship restaurant under the Link Restaurant Group’s umbrella, unveils new wine releases every year around this time. Additionally, Cary Palmer, beverage director for LRG, can often be found at Herbsaint sampling, discussing and lecturing on wine. Of course, the wine list—mostly focusing on the long-established regions of France, Spain, Italy, Austria and Germany, but increasingly focusing on New World wines as well - complements the restaurant’s menu of seasonal French-Southern cuisine. 701 St. Charles Ave., 504-524-4114, herbsaint.com

Additionally, Bar Pomona, owned by husband-and-wife team Carl Hugmeyer and Sara Levasseur, offers an extensive wine list focused on low-intervention winemakers (plus a small cocktail list). Check out the weekly happy hours on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday from 4-6 p.m. to take advantage of deals on select wine, spritzes and snacks. And on Saturday and Sunday, brunch from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. includes a special wine and cocktail list. 2352 St. Claude Ave., 504-224-9644, barpomona.com

The Elysian Bar at Hotel Peter and Paul has launched an “Aperitivo Hour” with specials on aperitivo and spritz cocktails, alongside snacks like tempura shrimp and salmon toast. Aperitivo Hour runs Monday through Friday from 3-6 p.m. with $3 off all cocktails. Also be sure to check out the free wine tastings in the Parlors from 4-6 p.m. every Tuesday. 2317 Burgundy St., 504-356-6769, theelysianbar.com

BOOZY BINGO (AND MORE)!

The Rusty Nail and Sidecar are hosting a number of events this month. First up is Deca-Dance, the second annual dance party and drag show with DJ Liz Owens, Sept. 1 from 9 p.m.-midnight. Then, on Sept. 7 and 21, 8-10 p.m., gather a group of friends for Drag Bingo (free to play) at The Rusty Nail hosted by Katrina Waters. Finally, Drink & Draw ($40) takes place Sept. 12 from 5-7 p.m. with art supplies included, a two-hour session with a live model and timed poses, and a complimentary cocktail. 1100 Constance St., 504-525-5515, rustynailnola.com; 1114 Constance St., 504-381-5079, sidecarnola.com

Mamou

BY MISTY MILIOTO

Buon Appetito!

Osteria Lupo, the new northern Italian restaurant under the direction of Chef Brian Burns and Reno De Ranieri, has introduced a four-course family-style tasting menu ($60 per person, full table participation required) featuring seasonal antipasti, pastas and desserts. The restaurant also has launched weekend lunch (with a rotating selection of lunch specials) and dinner seven nights per week. 4609 Magazine St., 504-273-1268, osterialupo.com

SWEET SUCCESS

New Orleans native and entrepreneur Mignon François, who previously had no business experience, turned her family’s $5 weekly dinner budget into a multimillion-dollar bakery brand. Since its founding in 2008, The Cupcake Collection has sold more than 5 million cupcakes. Now, in addition to celebrating 15 years in business, François has released a new book, “Made from Scratch: Finding Success Without a Recipe” (R.H. Boyd Publishing, $25). In the book, Mignon shows readers how to find purpose without a blueprint by sharing her journey from a life of scarcity to building a baking empire. Available at the Cupcake Collection, 2917 Magazine St., Ste. 102, 504383-9322, thecupcakecollection.com

TEAMING UP

Commander’s Palace is hosting the final installment of its third annual Chef Meg & Company Dinner Series Sept. 12 from 6:15-9:15 pm. For the dinner, executive chef Meg Bickford will combine forces with Martha Wiggins, executive chef of Cafe Reconcile, to create a five-course tasting menu with an emphasis on local and seasonally inspired ingredients. Every course also will include wine pairings from the restaurant’s own “Wine Guy” (and James Beard nominee) Dan Davis, who helms the restaurant’s 11-time “Wine Spectator” Grand Award-winning wine program. 1403 Washington Ave., 504-8998221, commanderspalace.com

SWEET & SAVORY

Charlotte McGehee and Charles Mary IV (Debbie Does Doberge and Bakery Bar) have introduced an all-day menu at their third eatery, Debbie on the Levee. The menu features early morning breakfast items, lunchtime sandwiches and whimsical cocktails. Popular items include the breakfast sandwich, Bananas Foster French toast and the BLT (bacon, lettuce and tomato). 2118 Reverend Richard Wilson Dr., Kenner, 504-2108519, debbieonthelevee.com

AND ALL THINGS NICE

Popping up since 2020, Chef Vishal Kotagiri—a graduate of the Culinary Academy of India—has opened a new food stall at St. Roch Market. Everything Spice offers everything from breads and snacks to curries and desserts, all featuring a multi-regional approach to Indian cuisine. In addition to mainstay menu items, the team offers special dishes each week. 2381 St. Claude Ave., 504-267-0388, everythingspice504.square.site

SUNDAY DRAG BRUNCH

Saint John Restaurant has launched weekly Sunday drag brunch from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Enjoy bottomless bubbles, a tasty brunch menu (with items like oysters Saint John, gumbo du jour and pain perdu), and entertainment featuring Debbie with a D, Laveau Contraire and additional special guests each week. For those not interested in the drag brunch, Saint John also will host regular Sunday brunch on the balcony and second floor of the restaurant. 1117 Decatur St., 504-581-8120, saintjohnnola.com

FIT FOR SHARING

Head to Ralph’s on the Park’s this month for the restaurant’s “3 Appetizers and a Glass of Wine” special ($38). Taking place through Sept. 30, the special includes small plates such as shrimp Skully (tempura fried Gulf shrimp, smoked almonds, Skully’s Crystal and pepper jelly reduction, and a soy-ginger cream), beef debris tartine (beef tips braised in veal stock, Gruyère cheese, marinated cherry tomatoes and shaved red onion served atop Leidenheimer toast) and cornmeal-fried oysters topped with a bourbontomato-bacon jam. Pair it all with a glass of hand-picked wine such as Veuve du Vernay, Brut, France; Kettmeir, Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige, Italy, 2021; Villa Viva, Rosé, Cotes du Thau, France, 2022; and Alta Vista Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2020. 900 City Park Ave., 504-488-1000, ralphsonthepark.com

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BY ANDY MYER

Jody Candrian’s striking necklace in lepidolite, jasper and agate is the ultimate statement piece. Add this to literally any outfit that needs an extra je ne sais quoi and you’re good to go. Bonus: Lepidolite is believed to be a healing stone known to help with awareness, reduce stress and balance emotions due to its lithium content. Available at Pilot and Powell, pilotandpowell.com.

Geologically Speaking

The Bahar clutch by Cult Gia is designed in a marbled Safron acrylic, topped with a coordinating sphere with clasp closure. Large enough to hold a phone and essentials, this work of art will properly transition from a day at the museum to an evening on the town. Available at SOSUSU, sosusuboutique.com.

Many believe malachite, the “stone of transformation,” encourages change, enhances intuition, and promotes personal growth. What better home for your everyday treasures than one of these beautiful jewelry boxes (in a range of mix and match sizes and shapes)?

Available at Porter Lyons, porterlyons.com

Complete your ensemble with a gorgeous pop of green from Irene Neuwirth’s chrysoprase cluster earrings set in yellow gold. The bold starburst design and lightcatching jade hue make these a treasure that will outlast any trend. Available at Pied Nu, piednunola.com.

Serve cheeses, pastries or other treats on this waterfall marble pedestal board and you will instantly up the chic factor. The color variation in the veining and classic shape make this a perfect perch for spices, toiletries and so many more options.

Available at Eclectic Home, eclectichome.net.

You won’t find yourself caught between a rock and a hard place selecting these pieces to top off your look.

BY KELLY MASSICOT PERSONA

MATTHEW KRAEMER

Since 1991, the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra has done an exceptional job of amplifying their mission of “transforming people and communities through music.” Whether accompanying local celebrities like Bryan Batt for a night of Broadway classics or lending their strings to rapper Juvenile during his recent Tiny Desk Concert, the LPO truly has a little something for everyone. Recently, the organization welcomed a new conductor and music director in Indiana-native Matthew Kraemer. New to the city, Kraemer shares his visions for the future and the continued immersion into the culture of New Orleans.

Q: What was your journey to the LPO? I’m an Indiana native and began playing violin in fifth grade. The short story is I’m not from a family of musicians. But my older brother came home with a violin one day and signed me up. “It’s about time somebody in the Kramer family were to play musical instrument,” (it was said), but he didn’t want to be the one to do it. And I took to it and immediately, fell in love with music and pursued violin performance in college. I found my way into conducting by blinding some friends with pizza and forming little ad hoc orchestras. One opportunity led to another and, you know, every door that’s open has led me in a new direction, moved all over the country with a different conducting

position. Most recently, I was with the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra for eight years. And I’ve renewed with them for another four and thrilled when the opportunity presented itself to come down to New Orleans and conduct this marvelous orchestra. I was invited back a second time through interviews. And you know, that’s it. rest is history there. I got a phone call in October. While we were at Disney World, with my family, and the chairman of the board, Dr. Bernie Jaffe, offered me the position.

Q: Had you been to New Orleans before your new position? I had been here a few times before, but it’s already 15-20 years ago when I was in college. So, it really it was a very fresh experience. But in no way did I ever explore the city in the ways that I have in the last 12 months. So, this has been a real immersion. And now that we’re in residence here, my wife, my children and I are just thoroughly enjoying every moment of embracing this new culture for us in this distinctly American and unique city.

Q: What is the role of the music director? So traditionally, the role of music director, and the reason for that separate title is that encompasses all the work that’s done off of the podium, whether it’s putting programs together, reaching out to artists, building collaborations within the community, you know, establishing an artistic vision for the orchestra and the path forward.

And we have a very collaborative organization here, as I’m sure you know, musician governed. We have committees and the musicians bring to the table a wealth of institutional knowledge and artistic knowledge as well. So, my position really is to kind of be the spearhead for establishing this artistic vision and figuring out where this organization is going, to establish this artistic vision, and where the momentum is going to take us into the next 5-10 years.

Q: What can people expect to see from the LPO in the coming year? Much of the groundwork for the upcoming season was laid before I was ever brought on board. So, I’ll be featured on three orchestra sessions. And there will be more in future seasons, and so our audiences could expect to see if the masterworks will still be there. The great classical composers, we have some wonderful guest artists that are coming in, we’re featuring many of our own as well, we have some new initiatives such as the chamber orchestra series, which is a much more intimate space, a smaller group, the audience can be seated in the round, really up close and personal with the music, musicians. It’s a different repertoire altogether, these great local collaborations, which we’re talking about, are also in the mix going forward. And those collaborations with Big Freedia, for example, Tank and the Bangas, Lost Bayou Ramblers, that’s really brought some incredible national exposure for the orchestra as well as local exposure. We have our movie series, four different movies live orchestral accompaniment, as well. And they’ll post specials, everything from The Beatles to the Holiday Spectacular. The orchestra is here to enrich and to entertain, but also to educate

young people as well. We do have an extensive education program, which I’m looking very much as a large part of my mission as a conductor is and I’m looking forward to getting thoroughly involved in that aspect of our operations as well.

Q: What are you most excited about in your new role? I’m most excited this season that I’m featured on almost every facet of the orchestras program from those movies, the live orchestral accompaniment, to the holiday program, to the classical programs. We have, in many respects different audiences for different series of things. People are interested in different things, obviously. So, this will allow me the opportunity to get to know all of our audiences and all of their interests to be able to hear from them what they would like from their orchestra going forward. I think it’s very important that we do listen to our patrons, as we continue to grow and to expand our brand in the community. And I am very excited about what an orchestra can be in the 21st century because orchestral music it’s not just classical music, it’s orchestral music, it can back up anything from gospel to rock, opera, ballet, Broadway theater, it’s amazing what a large group of talented musicians can do together. And I think that’s really where we are. We’re exploring all the possibilities, ways that we can increase our exposure within the community and to reach out to as many people as, as possible effecting great change here within New Orleans and regionally and nationally as well.

Lagniappe: Have you experienced a new food here that surprised you? Probably the muffuletta. Haven’t tried a snoball yet, but anything else on your list? I’m amazed by the daiquiri drive thru – that’s definitely on my list.

True confession I was Idina Menzel’s tour conductor for a year!

“Ketch”ing Up

Nothing is for free

So my nephew Comus just started eighth grade at a new school this year - I ain’t going to say which school, but it’s one of them Uptown ones - him coming from the rich side of the Gunch family.

He’s taking stuff like Latin, and French, and algebra, and chemistry, and governmental studies. Very impressive.

So I ask him what he’s learnt so far, thinking maybe he’d say, I don’t know, a Latin quotation or an algebra theory maybe? But his eyes get big and round, and he comes out with:

“Can you believe - ketchup is free!”

I am taking this in, and he goes on with, “And mynez. And mustard. It ain’t spread on your sandwich ahead of time. It comes in little plastic packets, and you can take as many as you want.”

So this is advanced learning. Maybe when he gets to college, he’ll figure out he’s allowed to use the free soap in the bathroom.

But it turns out, he’s way ahead of me.

It takes a while to get the full story. Now, Comus is my sister-in-law Gloriosa’s son. They live Uptown, and Comus has two sisters, Momus, two years younger, and Flambeau, a toddler terror.

But a cute one. "Comus is famous,” she tells me in a loud whisper, when I stop by to have coffee with her mama.

I ask what he is famous for, but she got a Sharpie and zooms away to scribble on the wall or something. Gloriosa takes off after her.

While they’re gone, Momus sidles up to me and whispers,“He’s charging boys to look in his locker.”

Uh-oh. Is he old enough for THAT already? Somebody better check

under his bed for Playboy magazines. Maybe he’s cut out sexy pictures to tape up in there.

So before I leave, I go upstairs “to use the bathroom” and peek under Comus’s bed. Nothing under there but socks and a Nerf gun. So I decide not to say nothing to Gloriosa.

She says plenty to me a couple days later.

“Did you know about this,” she screeches. “The kids say you know.”

I don’t know, but I am about to. “Comus got FOUR days detention at school for stealing food!”

Uh.

“He was taking HANDFULS of condiment packets and then storing them in his locker. He didn’t even have room for his books in there.

“His condiment stack got higher and higher until the other boys were making bets on how high it could get before it fell over. They were

PAYING him to open his locker and let them see.

“Of course, my son - the little grifter - made the boys stand back, and he opened it very cautiously. And he took their money.

“Eventually the vice-principal got word of it. And he stomped over there and jerked open the locker and - what did he expect? - the whole stack fell on him. There he was, holding open that door, with condiment packets dangling from his glasses, and three on top of his belly. Of course some smart-aleck kid took a picture and now he is all over the internet.

“And he is very angry.”

“When I called and asked if four days detention wasn’t pretty severe for (as Comus explained to me) taking a couple of ketchup packets that he thought were free, he roared back so loud he practically fried my earring,” she told me.

“Comus didn’t get to do his homework in detention, either. He had to sort the packets and return them with a note of apology to the cafeteria crew. And he had to make a little sign for the condiment bin that says, ‘Please take no more than two (2) packets of each condiment OR ELSE!’ with a frowny emoji ��.”

What did Comus learn from all this? Not much. He was sorry he had to give the (unfree) packets back because they would’ve been great to hand out at Halloween.

And he learned, from writing the apology note to the cafeteria staff, that mynez is actually spelled “mayonnaise.” Of course, he could have learned that from a Blue Plate jar.

I think his parents are paying too much for his education.

BY JOHN R. KEMP

The exposition was a turning point in Ohr’s life for it led to pottery jobs with his old pal Meyers at New Orleans Art Pottery and at Newcomb College art department. In 1890 he returned to Biloxi where he created his new image and pottery of all descriptions, including his now rare bawdy little brothel tokens.

“As he made his pots,” Black wrote, “he also created for himself a wildly eccentric persona – that of a brash and mischievous artist, wearing flowing beard and hair, hooking his moustache over his ears. He brought a show-business flavor to his shop, which became an established tourist attraction on the Gulf Coast; fascinated visitors could watch a virtuoso performance by the ‘mad potter of Biloxi’ and buy a memento of their trip.”

In this 1901 photograph, the famed but eccentric potter George Ohr sits back in his Biloxi studio surrounded by his little “clay babies.” Known as the “Mad Potter of Biloxi,” art historians rank him among the most creative ceramic artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His brightly colored, exotic paper-thin pots were departures from the decorative tastes of the late Gilded Age. Though his studio was in Biloxi on the Gulf Coast, Ohr had strong ties to New Orleans, especially Newcomb College where he once worked as a potter.

In early photographs, Ohr appears as flamboyant and his art. He often spiked his long hair in opposite

directions with his handlebar mustache twisted outward like long tentacles. His eyes were playful but focused. He was a poet and masterful self-promoter.

As art historian Patti Carr Black notes in her book, “Art in Mississippi: 1720-1980,” Ohr was never shy about singing his own praises and perceived place in the art world. He once wrote: “I am making pottery for art sake, God sake, the future generation, and – by present indications – for my own satisfaction, but when I’m gone (like Palissy) my work will be prized, honored and cherished.” Ohr described himself as “Unequaled! Unrivaled! Undisputed! Greatest Art Potter on Earth.”

Born in Biloxi in 1857 to immi-

grants from the Alsatian province of France, young George took up his father’s blacksmith trade. At the age of 14, he moved to New Orleans where he eventually worked several years with his childhood friend and potter Joseph Meyer of Newcomb art pottery fame. Ohr later returned to Biloxi and opened his own studio where he made utilitarian pottery and experimented with his art that was made from clay that he dug from the nearby Tchoutacabouffa River. His pottery career was on its way, or so it seemed. In 1885 he showed over 600 pieces at the New Orleans World’s Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exposition.

Tragically, fire destroyed Ohr’s studio in 1894. He immediately rebuilt a grander studio, naming it Biloxi Art Pottery Unlimited. Although historians have described the decade following the fire as his most creative period, his work received only modest critical acclaim during his lifetime. By 1909, he had become so disillusioned with the public’s response to his art that he closed the studio confident that one day his work would be revered by the art world. He died in 1918 during the great influenza epidemic. But Ohr was indeed prophetic – his pots are now “prized, honored and cherished.” Today, his “clay babies” sell for thousands and are found in the finest art collections.

The life and work of the “Greatest Art Potter on Earth” are now featured at the equally unconventional Frank Gehry-designed Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art in Biloxi.

George Ohr's Studio in Biloxi, Detroit Photographic Co., Library of Congress

THE COFFEE CONVERSATION

EXPLORING NEW ORLEANS' COFFEE OBSESSION

The Crescent City’s unrivaled coffee culture is where well-versed aficionados and more simplistic sippers can clink cups in harmony. Here, life-punctuating moments are spent lingering over a café au lait on a first date, strategizing over espressos at a workspace meeting of the minds, strolling with an iced coffee on Royal Street to gawk at the galleries and, yes, unraveling stories with a flat white in hand when met with those humbling hangovers after a night of levitycoaxing cocktails.

With a history as rich as chicory, New Orleans remains the number one point of entry for green coffee in the country. The growing number of exuberant local roasters populating the path grants us a finely brewed coffee scene that honors the history, while pressing onward with what’s to come. In depth and in breadth, coffee has also become a language all its own. Micro-roasted, micro-brewed, cold-brewed, microfoam, third wave, single origin. Not knowing the lingo can leave one feeling like, well, a real drip.

On the eve of the inaugural NOLA Coffee Festival taking place this month, we took a mug’s eye view to celebrate the current bean scene and pour over the people, places and perks of our delightfully caffeinated city.

NOLA Coffee Festival

Taking place September 15-16, the anticipated annual industry trade show and consumer festival celebrates and shines a light on the industry as a whole, including roasters, farmers, distributors, shop owners, baristas, products, technology and developments. The jam-packed two-day event will showcase speakers, special skills classes, demos, documentaries and updates on evolving techniques and equipment. nolacoffeefestival.com.

by Amy Gabriel / photography by Sam Hanna

COFFEE TALK WITH KEVIN RICHARDS, CO-FOUNDER NOLA COFFEE FESTIVAL

Can you give us a snapshot look at the history of coffee in the Crescent City?

“New Orleans has a deep and undeniably rich coffee history that is arguably the most impressive of any American city. From the influence of French coffee traditions here beginning in the mid-1700s, to the expanding role of chicory in the region by the mid-1800s, to the booming coffee industry driven by the Port of New Orleans in the late 1800s, to the now-famous invention of the “coffee break” in the 1920s, New Orleans has long been the heartbeat of coffee in the United States not to mention a place where hometown coffee brands have thrived and coffeeshop culture has flourished.”

Aside from the obvious caffeinated effects, what do you think is the great widespread appeal?

“Frankly, few cities in America have had a longer love affair with coffee than New Orleans and none have engrained coffee into the soul of the community quite like we’ve done it here. For us, coffee is what keeps us alive to fuel our joie de vivre, to make our spectacles more spirited and our torments more tolerable.”

What makes our city the perfect locale for the Coffee Festival this month?

“New Orleans is indeed the Coffee Capital of America and the reason we felt passionate about creating the NOLA Coffee Festival as an annual event. We believe that through bringing together the coffee community every year to connect, to collaborate and for education we can help the coffee industry continue to thrive and reinforce that New Orleans is indeed the most welcoming place in America.”

Kevin Richard

The Café Brûlot

Sue Strachan, a social historian and veteran journalist of New Orleans culture, penned The Café Brûlot. Also known as Café Brûlot Diabolique, “devilishly incendiary coffee,” the 124page book takes you on a sip trip through the history, ingredients and service style of the legendary cocktail which is a combination of coffee, liquor and fire. suestrachan.com.

BREWS+BOOZE

The on-trend coffee cocktail is in full tilt. The spiked sips at these spots are sure to add a little kick to your cup.

Lavender Cold Press Martini at Columns: Japanese whisky, cream, coffee. 3811 St. Charles Ave., thecolumns.com.

La Luz Espresso at Bar Marilou: Reposado tequila, espresso, coffee liqueur, mole bitters, chile tincture, cinnamon. 544 Carondelet St., barmarilou.com.

A Bitter Good Morning at The Vintage Nola: Mezcal, Campari, hazelnut, chicory cold brew. 3121 Magazine St., thevintagenola.com.

King Oliver at Jewel of the South: Don Q XO, pineapple Amaro, coffee cacao. 1026 St. Louis St., jewelnola.com.

Espresso Martini at St. Pat’s Coffeehouse: Blend of light and dark espresso, Tito’s vodka, house made brown sugar simple syrup. 933 Conti St., stpatsirishcoffeehouse.com.

Keoki Coffee at Café Envie: Brandy and Kahlua in hot or iced coffee. 1241 Decatur St., cafeenvie.com.

Café Brulot Diabolique at Antoine’s: Chicory coffee with cinnamon, Triple Sec and Brandy, flamed tableside. 713 St. Louis St., antoines.com.

Coffee Old Fashioned at Dovetail: Cold brew, orange bitters, Angostura, simple syrup, Maraschino liqueur, orange expression. 201 N. Rampart St., dovetail-bar.com.

WAYS TO WIN OVER YOUR BARISTA

We caught up with Kyle Nicholson, professional coffee consultant and educator for the likes of Nina Compton’s Tout La and Lower Garden District cafe, The Rabbit’s Foot, for his take on how to have a good repour with the person pouring your coffee. Empathy is king! Being a talented barista honors both the coffee producers and those we serve in the final step of enjoyment. True magic happens on both sides of the counter when our guests recognize our efforts and honor us with kindness and empathy in return.

Be curious. When indecisive or exploring a new menu, ask the barista to make you the drink they’re most excited about currently. I promise you’ll get something cool! Mention how much you enjoyed the coffee. Hearing directly from our guests is like the sound of music. We collaborate as a community often, research and test current trends and prevailing ideas, and find creative ways to implement these into our workflow so we can achieve and create the best results in your cup.

Mugs by Studio Pheebs Ceramics @cassisiss

A Petal For Your Thoughts

If you consider your cup of coffee the garden that makes you grow, you’ll be smitten by the Rose Cold Brew from La Vie En Rose Café. Owner Kirby Jones creates the tasty concoction by steeping rose petals into Louisiana cane syrup and adding a special blend of cold brew using HEY Coffee (heycoffeeco.com). Though she has closed her brick and mortar shop for now, she is still crafting and selling her delicious drink by the jug at Levee Baking Co. (3138 Magazine St., levveebakingco.com) and at the Crescent City Farmers Market on Sundays. @lavieenrosecafenola

LATTE milk foam steamed milk espresso

CAPPUCINO milk foam hot milk espresso

AMERICANO milk foam espresso

ESPRESSO shot of espresso

Brews on the Move

For a caffeine fix with character, pay a visit to Petite Rouge Cafe Camionette, cutely situated near Tulane Stadium (3146 Calhoun St.) daily from 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. and the last Saturday of every month at Marsalis Harmony Park Art Market (8211 S Claiborne Ave.)

The eye-catching red vintage 1970 Citroen H-Van serves up a menu of specialty beverages – ask for fan fave the espresso-based Cowboy Rodeo -with a focus on local ingredients including beans from French Truck Coffee and milk from Kleinpeter Farms Dairy. petiterougecoffeetruck.com.

Five Frozen Irish Coffees

Collectively agreed upon by the tipsy set, the frozen Irish coffee is one of our favorite drinks in the city. It hits the spot any time of day, as well as in the wee small hours of the morning.

1. Molly’s at the Market. 1107 Decatur St., mollysatthemarket.net.

2. Erin Rose. 811 Conti St., erinrosebar.com.

3. Finn McCool’s Irish Pub. 3701 Banks St., finnmccools.com.

4. Junction: 3021 St. Claude Ave., junctionnola.com.

5. Tracey’s Original Irish Channel Bar: 2604 Magazine St., traceysnola.com.

BEHIND THE BEAN SCENE

Current Crop Roasting Shop

Curious about the magic behind a perfect cup of coffee? Make a point of visiting Current Crop Roasting Shop, a one-of-a-kind retail destination that caters to coffee enthusiasts and neophytes alike. Step into the aromatic space to browse beans from the far reaches of the globe. Upon entering the inviting space, your sensory and taste experience will take you from the coffee bean library to the back of house roasting lab where the in-shop pros will walk you through experiences that help you learn more about the art, science and romance of roasting. Guests of the shop who purchase beans in house are welcome to use the in-house roasting equipment. Inquire about their featured monthly cupping sessions and step-by-step, interactive, customized classes to further your edification. 3931 Magazine St., 504571-5129, currentcroproasting.com.

RISE AND GRIND

If you prefer your cup within steps of your overnight accommodations, these hotel cafes and coffee bars are just a hop, skip and a suitcase away.

Tout La at The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery 535 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-527-5271, provenancehotels.com.

Silver Whistle Café at the Pontchartrain Hotel 2031 St Charles Ave., 504-323-1455, silverwhistlecafe.com

Gospel Coffee and Boozy Treats at Kimpton Hotel Fontenot

501 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-324-3073, gospelcoffeenola.com.

The Marsh Coffee + Bar at The Marsh Hotel

1901 Delachaise St., marshhotel.com.

Funny Library Coffee Shop New Orleans at Virgin Hotels New Orleans

550 Baronne St., 504603-8000, virginhotels. com.

Lovage at Ace Hotel 610 Carondelet St., 504930-3064, acehotel.com.

Provisions at Higgins Hotel & Conference Center

1000 Magazine St., 504528-1941, higginshotelnola.com.

Sip tips

Cozied up on the orange couch at The Orange Couch.

Vietnamese iced coffee is a favorite of many New Orleanians.

Be the hero at the office and swing by to pick up a batch served by the quart and the gallon. 2339 Royal St., 504-267-7327, theorangecouchcoffee.com.

Papercuts and Cappuccinos

Periodically speaking, coffee and literature go hand in hand. Enjoy page-turning moments while lingering over a cup or two.

Instagrammable Coffee Shop Moments

The picture-perfect moments in our city are aplenty. Pause to strike a pose at these cafes for a snappable selfie moment.

Clinking mugs in the picture windows at Croissant D’Or Patisserie. 617 Ursulines Ave., croissantdorpatisserie. com.

Coffee Concierge at Maison de la Luz

Those who hold a tasseled hotel room key at this luxury boutique hotel in the Warehouse District can anticipate being treated to a morning perk by way of a no-knock coffee drop service upon request.

As a guest, you’ll provide a time and milk preference, and local label Cherry Coffee Roasters will be left outside your door in tumblers and a small wicker basket upon waking. 546 Carondelet St., maisondelaluz.com.

Mr. Wolf Espresso & Books: Located inside the atrium of the Contemporary Arts Center (CAC), the inviting spot is a social center where art, design, and coffee lovers can intermingle. Grab a decaf espresso while you explore a rotating collection of books from local authors and the gallery wall of rotating art. Inquire about their customer-beloved bottled cold brew. 900 Camp St., Ste. 1, mrwolf.life.

Baldwin & Co.: Enjoy an oat milk latte from the in-house coffee bar while perusing the walls of inspired reading material at this independent bookstore and vibrant community hub. 1030 Elysian Fields Ave., baldwinandcobooks.com.

The Chicory House: Housed in The Rink shopping center in the heart of the Garden District, this café, which features a selection of coffee, pastries and light bites, is just a staircase away from The Garden District Book Shop. 2725 Prytania St.

Toasting coffee and beignets under the covered veranda at Morning Call Coffee Stand. 5101 Canal Blvd., morningcallnola.com.

Amongst the greenery in the brick courtyard oasis of Fourth Wall Coffee + Bar 614 Gravier St., 614gravier. com.

Cozied in the petite enclave suited for two in the back of Cafe Bon Ami. 822 Perdido St., cafebonami.com.

Over a game of Scrabble with a backdrop of artist murals at Backatown Coffee Parlour. 301 Basin St., backatownnola.com.

Sharing stories at the bistro tables on the Sycamore lined corner of Petite Clouet Café. 3100 Royal St.

Biking in front of Cafe Beignet on buzzy Royal Street. 334 Royal St., cafebeignet. com.

Flipping through a coffee tasting zine published by owner Reneé Blanchard at Church Alley Café & Grocery. 4201 Canal St., churchalley.store.

Turn That Growl Upside Down

The charm of old school local delivery is alive and swell with Riverboat Coffee Company. The locallybased business offers delivery of their cold brew growlers and 1lb. bags of medium and dark roast drip coffee straight to your door with weekly subscription services. Their coffee is single origin and 100% arabica, and, as a zerowaste company, all of their products are either reusable or compostable. Visit Riverboat at their recently opened Cold Brew Bar located at 4409 Magazine St. riverboatcoffee.com

Fested Interest

The Café au Lait booth at Jazz Fest is one of your mandatory stops, but you may not have known that the brand behind the delicious hot, iced or frozen sips is local trailblazer New Orleans CoolBrew, who, upon approaching 35 years in business, have just opened a second bottling facility. Circa the 1980s, New Orleans Coffee Company (makers of CoolBrew) created an innovative cold filtration process to produce a fresh, all natural, cold-dripped coffee concentrate that is now sold across the country. coolbrew.com.

SPILL THE BEANS

One of the steadiest lines in town can be found outside the green and white awnings of The Original Café du Monde Coffee Stand in the French Quarter. Having been at the location since 1862, the call to cravings for piping hot café au laits and beignets still reigns supreme for in-town regulars and visitors. We caught up with Emily Jaeger of the iconic family-owned business for a powder-sugared covered convo.

What about the location of your iconic French Quarter Market cafe is key to its longtime success?

“Anyone who’s been to New Orleans knows that it’s the people and the culture that make our city so great. We are lucky to be part of the historic French Market so close to the Mississippi River.”

Your storefront is one of the most recognizable in the city. What has stayed the same and or changed over the years?

“Most of our aesthetic changes have occurred from the French Market and in the surrounding area. We haven’t made a lot of changes over the years and will likely never say goodbye to our iconic green and white stripes. I order the merchandise for our retail stores, and one of our vendors who prints our logo t-shirt used to take similar orders from my grandmother.”

What is the most endearing tradition that you’ve noticed amongst visitors to your multiple locations?

“We are very fortunate to be a must visit stop in New Orleans, but we can always spot the first-timers wearing all black and trying to avoid the ‘powdered sugar shower.’”

How does maintaining a menu that is so specifically paired down to coffee and beignets add to the quintessential experience?

“There’s something comforting with simple consistency. If you came to New Orleans 30, 40, 50 years ago and visited us you can come back today and have a very similar experience.”

It’s in the Bag

For times when you prefer to mug comfortably from home or want to send a cup of the Crescent City to loved ones afar, stock your pantry and your care packages with local labels. Here, a few of our favorite NOLA inspired coffee flavors.

Lagniappe Blend: Cherry Coffee Roasters. 4875 Laurel St., cherrycoffeeroasters.com.

Streetcar Medium

Roast: Coast Roast Coffee. 3618 Magazine St., crcoffeenola.com

Picnic on the Greenway: HEY Coffee Co. 2606 St. Louis St., heycoffeeco.com.

Carnival Blend: PJ’s Coffee. Multiple locations, shop.pjscoffee. com.

Black and Gold Blend: Orleans Coffee Espresso Bar. 3445 Prytania St., orleanscoffee.com.

Chocolate Beignet: New Orleans Roast, shop.neworleansroast. com.

Louisiana Caramel Praline: Parish Coffee, parishcoffee.com.

Mardi Gras King Cake: Community Coffee. Multiple locations, communitycoffee.com.

Jazz Brunch Blend: French Market Coffee, frenchmarketcoffee. com.

Fais-Do-Do Breakfast Blend: Undergrowth Coffee. 4332 Magazine St., undergrowthcoffee. com.

RECENT OPENINGS TO FILL

UP YOUR CUP

Hidden Gem

Nestled in the corner of Lower Garden District staple Stein’s Market and Deli (2207 Magazine St.) you’ll find Whatever Coffee from roaster and co-founder, Sarah Lambeth. Grab a fancy latte to go and then snag a bag of her other brand, Pretty Coffee, for good measure.

Evolve Coffee + Matcha has opened a second location in Lakeview. The picturesque spot, second to their Metairie location (3304 W. Esplanade Ave.) offers sustainably sourced coffee and espresso roasted through Mojo Coffee, as well as imported ceremonial grade matcha. Ask for their signature drink, an iced matcha with a shot of espresso on top. 400 Harrison Ave., evolvecoffeenola.com.

French Truck Coffee: The yellow Citroën bags are stacked high at the new location on Canal Street at St. Charles Avenue downtown. The 11th shop opening for the brand, watch the streetcar make its turns as you order your pour over. 700 Canal St., frenchtruckcoffee.com.

Coffee Framework: Prefer to see the world through café-colored glasses? The makers behind KREWE eyewear developed a collection that speaks to the appeal of caffeine culture. “Coffee is a big part of the KREWE DNA, we’re single-origin obsessives, decaf drinkers, and everything in between,” says brand rep Arianna Greenbaum. “Inspired by KREWE’s love for coffee, the Crema pattern blends together swirls of neutrals and rich dark tones.” Caffeinate in synonymous style with both spectacle and sunglasses options. 619 Royal St.; 1818 Magazine St., krewe.com.

Hidden Gem: Through the sun dappled courtyard behind the chic KREWE flagship in the French Quarter you’ll find a petite coffee pop up run by Chachera Brantley. The coffee pro has a knack for infusing unexpected add-ins like rosemary and sage syrups, made with love by her with ingredients she procures weekly from the Crescent City Farmers Market. Ask nicely and you may even get a special surprise of edible glitter in your Americano.

The Art of Coffee: So prevalent is our coffee scene that it is creatively celebrated by New Orleans artists. CB Hume (cbhumeart.com) has a series of Louisiana coffee paintings wherein he uses select Louisiana coffees like Community Coffee for his watercolor works that feature both nature and music-inspired scenes. Oil painter Adam Allen, whose pieces you can often find for purchase gracing the wrought iron fences of St. Anthony’s Garden behind St. Louis Cathedral, taught himself to silk screen and from it created his pop art series, “A New Orleans Inspired By Warhol”. Within the collection you’ll find colorful Café du Monde themed silkscreens on paper and canvas that showcase the likes of French bulldogs peering out of the cans. manofcreation.com.

Test the How to Ace

Back-to-School

IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN.

Anyone with school-aged kids knows this period can be a jolt from the quieter rhythms of summer to the madness of homework, sports practice, and all the accoutrement of school life (reusable water bottles, overstuffed backpacks…) We’ve pulled together some ideas to help ease the transition, with guidance for study sanity, managing technology, easy weekday meals, back-to-school fashion/accessories for all ages, and more. And rest assured –there will be no pop quiz.

TACKLING TECHNOLOGY

Managing the Homefront

Before even cracking a book, it helps to get some fundamentals in place to ease the transition into a new school year. Jessica Lambert, a local executive functioning coach with experience as a middle school learning specialist, elementary school teacher, and mother of two, shares her advice on getting the whole family set up for success.

Lambert’s three top tips for a solid school start apply to the whole family. “Necessary for some, good for all” is one of her favorite quotes, which she applies to these strategies.

Calendar

“I’m talking about a shared paper calendar that represents the big-ticket events and items for the entire family, not a digital calendar on your phone or computer and not the kid’s planner,” said Lambert. “It has to be somewhere visible where everyone can see it.” Lambert keeps hers on the refrigerator and includes events like practices, lessons, tutoring, parent travels, parents’ night, tournaments, out-of-town visitors, etc. “It’s there in the kitchen because that’s where we are all the time. It can be a conversation starter – over breakfast, you can say, ‘Hey, look at today, here’s what we’ve got going on.’ It’s a way to help kids form good habits like keeping a calendar, thinking ahead, and managing their time. It’s also a way for a family to stay organized with their obligations.” Lambert keeps a digital calendar as well, but this family calendar is the main hub. “Kids need modeling. They need visuals. I don’t encourage a lot of digital calendars for that reason. It can be a printout – doesn’t have to be fancy. Mine is handwritten, and there are so many erasures and scratch outs, but it’s there.”

WORKSPACE

ROUTINE

In Lambert’s experience, solid bedtime and morning routines are key. In the evening, she recommends having kids lay out clothes for the following day, especially students who choose what they wear to school. “Doing that in the morning just causes unneeded stress and anxiety,” said Lambert. She advises having two outfit options: Plan A and Plan B. Packing backpacks the night before is also a good habit.

“I know some of the older kids can’t put everything away because they’re working late or they’re charging devices. But packing that backpack, filling the water bottle, gathering things like PE clothes, football cleats – all the things that take up way too much time in the morning when kids should really be getting 15 more minutes of sleep if they can. That makes the checklist for the morning a bit smaller if all you have to do is get up, brush your teeth, wash your face, eat your breakfast, get dressed, and put the last handful of things into your bag.” Streamlining the morning rush isn’t just helpful for kids – it reduces the stress on parents as well. “Nobody wants to be yelling at their kid at 7:59 because they’re already late for school. It’s going to happen a couple of times a year, but if you stick to the routine and the workspace and the calendar, you just feel so much more put together and confident that you did everything you could to make your day go smoothly… You don’t want to cause animosity or anger in the household when it’s not necessary.”

Kids should have a dedicated workspace with basic supplies for completing assignments: pencils, pens, erasers, stapler, tape, scissors, highlighter, notecards, looseleaf. “That doesn’t mean kids are going to work there 100 percent of the time,” said Lambert. “It just means that they know where to find the supplies if they need them. If they need to work in a different location in the house that evening, they know where to find the stuff.” She advises parents and kids (particularly older kids) to decide on this arrangement together: “Before the homework starts, before the tests and quizzes start, decide what are three places in this house you can work? Those are your three options on any given night, depending on your homework load or study load. It might be at the kitchen table, but sometimes that’s too loud or busy. Maybe you want to move to the dining room or in your room with the door open (and you’re sitting at a desk or a hard surface, not on the bed).”

Another tricky area to navigate is technology, especially with older students who have their own smartphones, laptops, or tablets. As Lambert points out, many schools require kids to use technology for their homework, and students often use tech for school-related collaboration, which makes it harder to monitor in the evenings: “I want to tell kids, ‘Don’t have your phone by you when you’re doing homework.’ But that’s also impossible because we now have the phone-a-friend approach – when you don’t know what page or what the teacher said, the easiest thing to do is text a friend.”

Different students have different needs, of course. “If a student is trustworthy or their attention span is long or their motivation to get their work done is high, I think you can only regulate that so much,” said Lambert. She recommends having kids work in a room with the door open or a common space where parents can keep an eye on what they’re doing. For a child who tends to be easily distracted by the screen, she would create a technology or digital contract. The contract spells out rules agreed upon by child and parent about the hours during which the student can use certain technology or devices and complete homework – and a time at which that tech needs to be turned in for the night. Lambert notes that parents need to be prepared to check in periodically to make sure the student is making progress.

Technology should also be removed from kids’ rooms overnight to avoid sleepdisrupting temptations. That means not allowing children to use their phone as an alarm clock – even if parents do. “I do,” said Lambert. “I’m an adult, though. And I cannot pick up my phone at 2 a.m. when I get a text from a friend.” For kids, she recommends sticking with a traditional alarm clock, or using the alarm function on Google Home or Alexa. School laptops or other devices that need overnight charging should be kept in the kitchen or parent’s bedroom (or another ‘away’ space). “It’s just not a healthy habit,” said Lambert. “Adolescents don’t have the self-awareness to say ‘no’ to those things because they feel so good – they offer an immediate reward. If it’s in the room with them while they’re sleeping, they’re going to attend to it.”

Bedtimes also evolve as children age, with adolescents often staying up later than their parents. “Our brains turn off way earlier than theirs,” said Lambert. “We’re ready to fall asleep and it’s like, ‘Wait, I forgot to take the phone.’” She counsels families to agree on a time that works for everyone for kids to turn in the phone, which might be at the parent’s bedtime.

“When you’re dealing with tech, it’s almost like you’re taking candy away from a toddler,” said Lambert. “You have to meet them in the middle and agree on these rules and parameters with the kid… It has to be a team approach.”

Space, Supplies, and Stuff

As anyone who works from home can attest, it helps families to have a dedicated spot for homework. Felicia Schimpf, owner of NEAT Method New Orleans and mother of three young children, shares her favorite ways to create an area conducive to homework or school-related tasks, even when space is at a premium.

Schimpf designates a homework space, complete with a chair and clear surface that’s comfortable for working. If it’s a desk, drawer organizers keep supplies in check. For a table or countertop, acrylic canisters or perforated baskets hold supplies, books, devices, etc.

One of Schimpf’s favorite approaches is the craft cart – a mobile station that can be wheeled out when it’s time to access school supplies. It can be stashed in a closet or corner so that supplies don’t take over shared spaces (like the kitchen table). Within the craft cart, supplies can be organized in acrylic caddies or bins so they’re visible and neat.

Schimpf is no stranger to the challenge of managing the stacks of papers and artwork that accompany younger students home on a regular basis. She chooses what to keep or toss, noting that “anything with a hand or footprint I can’t part with.” Her storage solution is to create a memory box for each child to keep the most valuable treasures from every school year. Schimpf uses a plastic tote that’s big enough to hold hanging files, one for each grade – from preschool all the way through high school. Crafty personalized versions can be found on Etsy (and further inspiration on Pinterest), and parents can make a sheet for every year with a school picture, teacher’s name, etc. From week to week, Schimpf stashes papers in an acrylic paper sorter, one for each child, until she has time to file the ‘keepers’ in the memory box.

FINDING OUTSIDE SUPPORT

How does a parent know when it’s time to get outside help? “When there is a lot of stress and anxiety in the house that revolves around one kid,” said Lambert. “If their schoolwork, the way they conduct themselves during the day, is bringing so much stress upon the entire family or one parent who sort of is their manager, it’s time. If that kid is saying, ‘I’m not good at this. I’ll never be good at school’ or being down on themselves or self-deprecating, that’s another sign.” She acknowledges that adults juggling work and other obligations should tend to their own needs as well. As Lambert tells parents, “It’s okay to have your kids get some help to meet their full potential.”

That help could be in the form of an executive function coach or a subject specific tutor or more general homework tutor. As a starting point, Lambert is a proponent of having a student work with an older student for help. “I really love when I’m working with a kid, and a few doors down I see a high school student working with a sixth grader or a college student who comes onto campus after school a couple of times a week to work with an eleventh grader… The age is close enough to be relevant but far enough to be helpful and guide the younger student in what they need to be doing.” To find college or high school students willing to help, Lambert recommends asking friends and family for recommendations or reaching out to a local college to ask if they have an area on campus where they offer tutoring for younger kids. “You have to do a little homework. Email everyone you know. But ultimately there are kids out there that want to earn that extra money.”

Get the Best Rest

It’s almost impossible to overstate the importance of a good night’s sleep. That’s especially true for children, who use sleeping hours to restore, recharge – and grow! But while every child needs plenty of sleep, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to getting those Z’s. According to local pediatric sleep consultant Kristin Giefer, “It is important to remember that every child’s sleep needs are unique. Some may require more rest, while others can thrive with slightly less. As parents, observe your child’s behavior and mood to gauge if they are getting enough rest.”

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the National Sleep Foundation offer the following sleep guidelines for school-aged children, which evolve over time as kids grow.

Preschoolers (3-5 years): 10-13 hours

School-age children (6-12 years): 9-12 hours

Teenagers (13-18 years): 8-10 hours

As many parents can attest, school, screens, and stress can make it hard to log those hours. Giefer offers the following advice:

Set a consistent sleep schedule: Align your child’s sleep patterns with the natural rhythms of day and night by establishing a consistent bedtime and wake-up time.

Implement a consistent bedtime routine: craft a calming bedtime routine with activities like reading a bedtime story, taking a warm bath, or practicing deep breathing exercises.

Dreamy sleep environment: Create a sleepfriendly realm in the bedroom – one that’s comfortable, quiet, and dimly lit.

Exercise and adventure: Encourage physical activity and outdoor adventures to help your child expend energy during the day, leading to better sleep at night.

Limiting caffeine: Minimize or eliminate caffeine intake, especially in the afternoon and evening.

Confronting fears and anxieties: Foster an open and supportive environment where your child can discuss their worries and fears (and lessen their emotional impact at bedtime).

Additionally, Giefer recommends avoiding stimulating activities close to bedtime and dimming the lights in the evening to stimulate sleep-inducing melatonin production.

For kids who struggle with mornings:

• Use a gradual wake-up alarm clock that simulates a sunrise, gently coaxing your child awake in harmony with nature’s rhythms.

• Create a morning routine that your child looks forward to, with a favorite breakfast or an exciting activity to awaken their spirits.

• Shower your child with praise and rewards for waking up on time and starting the day positively. Positive reinforcement works wonders!

FASHION FORWARD

Whether your kid is picking their own clothes or you’re choosing for them, it can be a process to keep them in style (and within budget). Even if your school uniform is… a uniform, there are plenty of ways for kids to express themselves in the new school year.

Shane Guidry, the owner of Pippen Lane on Magazine Street, weighs in on what’s hot for back to school this year. “Back to school is always such a tricky time for fashion because our heads are thinking pumpkin spice latte, but the temperatures certainly are not. Our vendors have gratefully adapted over the years and now offer a greater array of seasonal transition looks,” said Guidry.

Pippen Lane is carrying plenty of emerald green and all shades of purple for girls, and the fondness for ruffle skirts/skorts and dresses and high-waisted bottoms and smocked style bodices continues. As for footwear? “Embellished sneakers are the shoe of choice for sure,” said Guidry. On school supplies, kids are snapping up 80s-inspired items (think Lisa Frank), especially the littlest students, with “the smiley, groovy, 70s vibe” not far behind.

For older kids, the Y2K era (late 90s/early 2000s) is still serving up fashion inspiration in the form of wide-legged jeans, blazers, baggy pants, crop tops, and slip dresses. For the feet, bright sneakers, tall boots, and combat boots all make the grade. According to the fashionistas at Seventeen, athleisure (think chic track pants) and preppy looks (like polo style shirts or dresses and sweaters over the shoulders) are on trend this fall, as is a touch of punk (plaid miniskirts, chain accessories).

Where to shop? In addition to the mall, vintage and thrift stores never go out of style for fashionsavvy teens. Other faves include high-fashion, lower-cost options like Zara, H&M, and UAL.

BUILDING INDEPENDENCE

For Lambert, the goal is modeling how to set good habits that children can practice independently in the future. Making that transition to independence can be a bumpy road for kids and parents alike. “Parents want to let go. They don’t want to be parent and tutor, accountability partner, homework helper...That’s not what we’re equipped to do as parents,” said Lambert, who typically steps in to help kids who are struggling with accountability, getting things accomplished, managing their time, and being able to think ahead. “Middle and upper schoolers don’t want you in their business. They love you, but they want you to be their parent, not nagging them. Their brains are telling them that’s not how it’s supposed to work… it’s too much policing on the parents’ part, and the kids feel it too.”

Lambert often gives parents an analogy she often heard from former colleagues: “In lower school, you’re the child’s manager. You manage everything – their schedules, their homework, their routine. But once they get to middle and high school, you turn into their consultant. You want to take a step back to see if your kid can do that independently. If you start going back and forth between the consultant and manager roles, that’s okay, that’s going to happen. You need to sort of reel it in sometimes and then let it go. But if you are at the end of eighth or ninth grade still being your child’s manager, that’s where I would say someone needed to get some support from outside… Families I work with who have adolescents, they were the managers, and they were exhausted. The kids were not happy, and relationships were turning sour, and that’s where I kind of step in.”

EASY EATS

In many households, weekday meals can be stressful, between mad-dash mornings and postwork/school dinners that need to happen FAST. We asked local chef and mom Dee Lavigne, owner of Deelightful Roux School of Cooking, for her recommendations on manageable meals for busy days, picky palates, and teens with big (and budget-busting) appetites.

On-the-go or make-ahead breakfast

“You can never go wrong with parfaits,” said Lavigne. “You can make them with a variety of ingredients, you can make a lot of them at one time, and they are cost effective.” Look for lower sugar yogurts and mix-ins to keep them on the healthy side. Customize with your child’s favorite fruits, granolas, nuts, etc.

Dinners that work after work (and the after-school marathon) For Lavigne’s family, “A salad bar goes a long way!” Lavigne prepares salad lettuce for the week and separates it into bags (“Yes, you can also buy them,” she noted). Add a quick protein, like grilled chicken, shrimp, or sauteed fish, and be creative with toppings and dressings. “You can have dinner ready in less than 15-20 minutes.”

For hungry teens with endless appetites

According to Lavigne, “When dealing with ‘Big Hunger,’ protein is key. Being a mom of a 6’ 3”, 200+lb teenager, I completely understand. I serve him normal portion sized meals but add a protein shake or powder to a drink to help fuel him and keep him feeling full. The premade drinks are low in calories and packed with protein.”

Healthy-ish snacks kids will actually eat Lavigne’s kids love to make their own oat bars. “The recipe is very simple, and it’s easy to make unlimited varieties. This is a way to get them to eat a healthier snack, make it themselves, and be as creative as they want to be, so it never gets old,” said Lavigne.

Chef Dee Lavigne’s 3-Ingredient Chewy No-Bake Oatmeal Bars

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup of your favorite natural nut butter  (peanut, almond, cashew)

4 tablespoons of sweetener (Any syrup type will do, e.g., honey, cane syrup, agave syrup.)

1 1/4 cup quick oats

DIRECTIONS

1. Line the bottom of a baking pan with parchment paper.

2. Add all ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Stir with a spatula until the ingredients are evenly mixed and the mixture becomes a thick dough. If your dough doesn’t seem thick enough (thick enough to form and cut into bars), add more oats, 1 tbsp at a time, mixing in between. Taste dough and if you feel it is not sweet enough, add one more tbsp of honey.

3. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Apply light pressure with the spatula across the surface to help compact the bars and smooth the surface. While the dough can be enjoyed right away, if you want to cut them into bars, refrigerate them for 30-60 minutes to help them firm up. You can also refrigerate overnight or until ready to serve. Once they are firm, slice into bars with a sharp knife. Store uneaten bars in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

NOTES

• These bars are chewy and lightly sweetened. For more sweetness, you can add mix-ins like dried fruit or chocolate chips.

• If adding mix-ins, add them after you have mixed together the dough (but before you add any additional oats if you need to thicken bars further).

• Bars will keep for a few days in the fridge and longer in the freezer.

• Make sure to use natural almond or peanut butter (with no added oils in the ingredient list). Regular peanut butter or almond butter with added oils will not allow dough to thicken properly.

• You can easily double this recipe to make more bars.

CLOSING THE DEAL

SMALL CHANGES THAT MAKE A BIG IMPACT WHEN SELLING YOUR HOME

By Lee Cutrone | Illustrated by Amber Day

Once you’ve decided to list your home, getting it ready for the market requires preparation. But where do you begin? We asked local real estate and design experts for advice on what sellers should know so that both the preparation process and the sale go smoothly.

FIRST THINGS FIRST

Before jumping in, it’s important to take stock of the condition and appearance of your property. Realtors, who routinely do an initial walkthrough with clients to specify what needs to be done before listing a house, begin at the front of the house where first impressions are made.

“Doing a walk-through with an agent is a great idea,” said realtor Mat Berenson of Latter & Blum. “A good realtor will tell you what to do.”

Berenson and partner Maddie Lazar recom-

mend sprucing up the front yard with plants, exterior or pressure washing (depending on the type of house) and paying attention to the front door to ensure curb appeal.

“The front door is the first and last thing you see,” said Lazar, who notes that front door fixes include everything from painting to adding planters, the latter being an investment that can go with the seller to their new home.

Interior designer and realtor Jennifer Kelly

with Christian Shane Properties says that a pop of landscaping color in the front yard or a bold choice of color on the front door can provide a wow moment from the get-go. Since the front of the house is the first thing prospective buyers also see online, Lazar notes that readying the façade is essential before photography.

“If buyers don’t get past picture number 1, they won’t move on the pictures 11 and 12,” Lazar said.

CLEAN AND DECLUTTER

“Clean sells,” said Jennifer Kelly of Christian Shane Properties, summing up the across-the-board recommendation that you clean your interior well before listing your house. Clean also conveys the message that the home is well-maintained. A thorough cleaning includes appliances, floors, bathrooms, ceiling fans, bookshelves, cabinets, closets and anything else that needs a refresh. And cleaning goes hand-in-hand with decluttering. At the top of the clutterclearing list are counters. But don’t forget cabinets, drawers and closets. Berenson suggests a storage facility for things that aren’t in daily rotation (for example, your grandmother’s china), and a box placed out of sight in a cabinet for stowing daily-use items. She and Lazar recommend keeping closets only half full so that buyers can see that ample storage space is available. Sofas, built-ins such as bookshelves and entertainment areas, tabletops, vanities, bathtubs, showers, office areas and nightstands should be curated with a less-is-more approach that eliminates personal photos, personal mementos, personal care items and other clutter that will distract the buyer away from the house itself.

If budget allows, Terrence Davis, a realtor with Keller Williams and a consultant who advises builders and developers on floorplans, materials and other design considerations, recommends hiring a professional cleaning service to get a house in tip-top shape. Organizing and depersonalizing a space by removing things can be left to the seller or done with the help of a professional organizer. Reve realtor and home builder Joe Robert recommends reducing furniture and belongings by 30 percent and says to think of the process as if you are preparing for a magazine photo shoot. Kelly offers a similar piece of advice.

“Think of what you would do if preparing to entertain,” said Kelly. “You want to put your best foot forward.”

3 DEODORIZE

Removing the source of any odor is preferable to masking it according to most agents. Cleaning trash and recycle bins, appliances, vent hoods, carpets and pet areas such as litter boxes, changing air condition filters, and washing slipcovers are all good ways to rid your house of odors. Reve’s Robert also recommends an ozone treatment for houses where a smoker has lived.

REPAIR

Sellers should repair anything that is noticeably broken or damaged on interior surfaces such as water stains (the source of water intrusion should first be identified) and nicks in drywall, as well as sticking or broken doors or gates, a dripping faucet or showerhead, clogged drains, a broken window pane or floor board and the like. They should also make sure home systems such as HVAC and electrical are working properly. Think of necessary repairs as those things that will help a house show well and that will help inspections go well.

“The best way to make sure a buyer isn’t spooked is to make necessary repairs,” said Robert, adding that sellers should always disclose deferred maintenance — fixed or not — and that pricing should always be based around the condition of a home.

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ENHANCE

Preparing a house for sale usually requires simplifying the presentation so that it appeals to the broadest possible customer base. But selling also involves highlighting a property’s best-selling points.

“There is a trend that buyers are gravitating to unique properties,” said Davis, who notes that standout features such as wallpaper or lacquered walls need not always be eliminated – they might even cinch the deal — and that architectural features such as mantles can be accentuated with subtle staging.

Sellers are not expected to renovate. And technically, upgrades are optional. But a few simple upgrades, such as changing a dated kitchen faucet, swapping out cabinet hardware, or adding a new mirror to a lifeless half bath, can go a long way toward making a house more marketable. Because changing cabinetry hardware, a favorite hack recommended by realtors, is an easy DIY upgrade, the only cost involved is the hardware itself.

“It’s inexpensive and you can do it yourself,” Davis said.

Kelly and Davis both recommend staying away from the trendy when installing upgrades and opting instead for classic or transitional styles that will have a longer life.

“Ask yourself whether something is going to be out of style in a year or two,” Davis advised.

CALL A PROFESSIONAL

While there are plenty of DIY ways to ready your house for the market, some things are best handled by a professional. Deep cleaning, carpet cleaning, window cleaning, painting, landscaping, kitchen and bath upgrades, carpentry, roof repairs, packing things for storage or moving, and staging are just a few of the things that can be handled by professional services and realtors keep a list of contacts for recommendation. Berenson always supplies more than one referral and advises sellers to get multiple bids.

“Agents have tradesmen for all areas,” Robert said. “It’s not just about the investment. It’s also about making the house the most marketable possible.”

“If you’re not handy or simply don’t have time to do things yourself, then I would recommend leaving most repairs to a professional,” advised agent Eleanor Hohnstein of McEnery Residential. “But as a rule, I think it is always best to use professionals in the following trades: electrical, plumbing, HVAC, foundation, structural.”

7 SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL

In general, the more neutral the color palette, the easier it is for buyers to picture their own version of a listed property. It’s usually wise to tone down colorful rooms and freshen worn walls and ceilings with neutral colors such as white, beiges and grays or taupes, which provide flexibility in design. For the seller, a fresh coat of neutral paint may lead to a faster sale, and for the buyer, it may mean that painting again won’t be necessary. On the other hand, some realtors offer wiggle room on this point.

“Neutral does not need to be white or beige, but it is definitely NOT bright red or hot pink,” Hohnstein said.

“Accent colors can create a dramatic effect that draws someone in,” Robert said. “You may shrink your market, but you may get the right customer.”

LIGHTING MATTERS

Showing a house “in its best light” is key to selling a house. Berenson and Lazar emphasize that not only should all lamps and fixtures have fresh, working bulbs, but all bulbs in a room should be the same type for consistency and even lighting. Davis suggests replacing dated lighting fixtures with alternative selections that lend a higher-end look. And Robert recommends that interiors with a lot of natural light look best with bulbs that create a warm glow while darker interiors get a lift from bulbs that mimic daylight.

“Agents typically carry light bulbs in the trunk of their car,” Kelly said, underscoring that lighting should not be overlooked. 9

MAKE IT INVITING

A space should be clean and edited, without looking abandoned. Accessories such as a few accent pillows, a throw, a scented candle add warmth and help a space to look lived in. You’ll also want to revitalize unused and seldom used spaces. Just because you don’t use your porch or pool doesn’t mean the buyer won’t. The goal is to help the buyer envision themselves using it. One of Berenson’s favorite ways to heighten the appeal of an unused pool or patio is to add a table and chairs.

PARE DOWN THE PET ACCESSORIES

Remove dog kennels and crates, cat litter boxes and other pet accessories. If you can’t store them, move them to an outdoor area before a showing. Minimizing pet items will depersonalize the space, remove trapped pet odors, and allow buyers to imagine their own use of spaces occupied by pet wares.

REMOVE HOLIDAY DECORATIONS

Keeping Holiday décor to a minimum and a short time frame (limit them to a week says Berenson) is the best way to ensure positive viewings – both online and in person. Removing all exterior and interior holiday items is a must before photos are taken for sales materials. Freeing closet and attic space by moving decades of holiday paraphernalia offsite will also show your storage to its best advantage.

ADD GREENERY

Fresh cut greenery from the yard, potted house plants and fresh flowers appeal to buyers for several reasons. They tap into the indoor/outdoor living trend that exploded during the pandemic as we spent more time at home, and the biophilic interior design trend, which incorporates natural elements to enhance health and wellness. Something green and living also keeps an edited space from looking sterile.

DON’T FORGET THE DETAILS

Looking beyond the basics can help set a listing apart. Kelly points to window cleaning as a way to really make a house sparkle and a good opportunity to check for leaks and rotting sills. She also recommends small details like emptying trash cans and putting toilet lids down. Berenson recommends easy DIY staging techniques such as investing in white towels for the bathrooms and folding them neatly in a uniform manner. Robert advises sellers to open the curtains and blinds before a showing to let in light. And Davis notes that a good realtor will keep an eye on details such as yard maintenance (he recommends hiring a yard service for weekly upkeep) and accumulating mail when sellers have already moved.

Easy Hardware Store Hacks

*Grout pens are a quick and easy way to cover grout stains that don’t disappear with cleaning.

*Magic Erasers remove grime from counters, walls, baseboards, and cabinets.

*Wood repair filler sticks help hide scratches on floors and furniture.

*Pumice stones scour away stains on toilet bowls, sinks, tile and other similar surfaces.

*Caulk that matches grout in a bathroom or kitchen refurbishes vertical grout seams that are broken or peeling.

STAGE

For sellers who are living in a listed property, staging may involve editing, rearranging and/ or styling an existing interior to add extra oomph. For a vacant or poorly decorated property, staging (typically through a professional stager) means bringing in a few key pieces to help buyers visualize the potential of a space.

“This is especially true if there are rooms or spaces that are unusual or that have multiple uses,” Hohnstein said. “In my experience, I have found that investing even a small about of money in staging has been worth the expense.”

Virtual staging, which allows houses to be digitally staged from a library of furniture and decor, is another option for vacant listings and according to Robert, it provides good bang for the buck. It’s less expensive than traditional staging, which involves renting furnishings. Photos of empty rooms are taken, and threedimensional furnishings are then added to the photos. To avoid misleading prospective buyers, it’s important to disclose that such marketing images are virtually staged.

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PRE-INSPECT

Lastly, for sellers who want to go the extra mile, a pre-inspection will help identify upfront things that need fixing – small or large —and can be a helpful measure for homeowners who are trying to sell quickly and avoid surprises.

“With a pre-inspection, you may locate something you can correct fairly easily and in a timely way,” Davis said. “If the buyer finds it, it may be more costly.”

With or without a pre-inspection (which is not required to sell) and whether or not you opt to do repairs (a property can always be sold “as is”), disclosing any issues that affect the health and safety of the residents or the longevity and value of the home is a must.

“A pre-inspection is one of the best things you can do to alleviate a lot of stress,” Robert said. “It’s better to be mentally prepared than to be hit with it during a [buyer] inspection.”

“You know the saying ‘location, location, location,’” added Davis, “the other important thing is disclose, disclose, disclose. You cannot over disclose.”

At the end of the day, putting the extra prep work into your home before listing it will benefit seller and buyer.

“You may recoup your investment and reduce the time on the market,” said Davis, whose number one recommendation for sellers is this:

“Make your interior move-in ready.”

TOP REAL ESTATE 2023

Buying a house is more than just a purchase; it’s about finding the right place that you can call home. Connecting with the right professionals to make your dream a reality is a big step in one of the most important decisions you will make. New Orleans Magazine turned to the Michigan-based firm of Professional Research Services to provide us with a survey of the top real estate agents, teams and mortgage providers. According to a PRS statement this list includes the top 5 to 10 percent of residential agents and teams based on their total sales for a 12-month period. Mortgage providers are listed based on peer nominations. Those agents, according to PRS, are rated as “highly recommended” by New Orleans realtors. Inclusion in the list is based solely upon merit, with no commercial relationship to the listings, and listings cannot be purchased.

AGENTS

BELLE CHASSE

Diana Pivach Alfortish RE/MAX Generations 8311 Hwy. 23 Suite 102 504-394-4432

Brittney Bruskotter RE/MAX Generations 8311 Hwy. 23 Suite 102 504-232-1093

Shannon Chedville RE/MAX Generations 8311 Hwy. 23 Suite 102 504-329-7426

Cory J. Cheramie

RE/MAX Generations 8311 Hwy. 23 Suite 102 985-804-5093

COVINGTON

Khalid Alahmed

Real Estate Resource Group, LLC

90 Louis Prima Dr. Suite A 985-630-5164

Ashley Callahan

1 PERCENT LISTS® 123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 985-705-5160

Cody Currier

1 PERCENT LISTS® 123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 985-517-8555

Cheryl Fuselier Real Estate Resource Group, LLC 90 Louis Prima Dr. Suite A 504-236-3780

Ken Golden

1 PERCENT LISTS® 123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 985-351-5757

Elizabeth “Beth” Hart Real Estate Resource Group, LLC

90 Louis Prima Dr. Suite A 985-807-4987

Cynthia “Cindy” Hemm Real Estate Resource Group, LLC

90 Louis Prima Dr. Suite A 985-626-2667

Stephanie Mascaro

1 PERCENT LISTS®

123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 985-664-0060

Sharon McLeese Real Estate Resource Group, LLC

90 Louis Prima Dr. Suite A 985-630-1797

Carol Miramon

Real Estate Resource Group, LLC

90 Louis Prima Dr. Suite A 985-966-4106

Indelethio “Indy” Nebeker

1 PERCENT LISTS®

123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 985-630-4102

Cathy Nunez

1 PERCENT LISTS®

123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 504-258-5410

Lindsay Pons

1 PERCENT LISTS®

123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 985-400-1508

Laura Province

1 PERCENT LISTS®

123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 985-264-2494

Gina Rowbatham Real Estate Resource Group, LLC 90 Louis Prima Dr. Suite A 985-705-3388

DESTREHAN

Regina Allemand Latter & Blum

3 Riverbriar Court 985-764-8744

Amy Barrios Latter & Blum

3 Riverbriar Court 985-764-8744

Wendy Benedetto Latter & Blum

3 Riverbriar Court 985-764-8744

Ched Edler Jr Latter & Blum

3 Riverbriar Court 985-764-8744

Monique Gros Latter & Blum

3 Riverbriar Court 985-764-8744

Desiree Luquette Latter & Blum

3 Riverbriar Court 985-764-8744

Cole Meyers Latter & Blum 3 Riverbriar Court 985-764-8744

Dawn Morales Latter & Blum

3 Riverbriar Court 985-764-8744

GRETNA

Quan Barnett

Keller Williams Realty

504-207-2007

1601 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite 101 504-722-6573

Michelle Grubbs

Keller Williams Realty 504-207-2007

1601 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite 101 504-554-1718

Joyce Guidroz Keller Williams Realty 504-207-2007

1601 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite 101 504-309-7651

Beverly Rambo HomeSmart Realty South 1820 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite 201 504-416-5004

Daniel Trosclair Latter & Blum 1700 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite A120 504-340-9211

Wendy Walker Latter & Blum 1700 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite A120 504-340-9211

Jeannie Wildey HomeSmart Realty South 1820 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite 201 504-908-0555

Kathy Wilson Keller Williams Realty 504-207-2007 1601 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite 101 504-920-5711

HAMMOND Eric Davis Coldwell Banker TEC 42299 Perricone Dr. 985-269-3593

Larissa Dean Coldwell Banker TEC 42299 Perricone Dr. 985-514-9742

Kim Doughty Coldwell Banker TEC 42299 Perricone Dr. 985-517-6311

Terry Fitzsimmons Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 208 E. Thomas St. 985-687-4588

Yvonne Hulsey Keller Williams Realty Services 210 NW Railroad Ave. 985-205-2770

Stephanie N. McKeough Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 208 E. Thomas St. 985-373-2155

Shannon Wells-Guidry Keller Williams Realty Services 210 NW Railroad Ave. 985-318-2615

KENNER Marian ArnoultJackson Latter & Blum 2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 130 504-443-6464

Bianca Bonilla Latter & Blum 2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 130 504-443-6464

Charlene Dodds Latter & Blum 2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 130 504-443-6464

Maria Gonzalez Latter & Blum 2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 130 504-443-6464

Nina Loup Latter & Blum

2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 130 504-443-6464

LAKE CHARLES

Joel Davidson

Latter & Blum 810 W. Bayou Pines Dr. 337-310-7333

Melissa Lewis Latter & Blum

810 W. Bayou Pines Dr. 337-310-7333

William Lumpkin Latter & Blum 810 W. Bayou Pines Dr. 337-310-7333

Matt Redd Latter & Blum 810 W. Bayou Pines Dr. 337-310-7333

Andrew Vanchiere Latter & Blum 810 W. Bayou Pines Dr. 337-310-7333

MADISONVILLE

Stacia LaMulle

1 Percent Lists Premier 596 Blue Heron Ln. 985-788-1995

MANDEVILLE

Nichole Anderson Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Rhonda Armantrout Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-966-9856

Lynnette Boudet Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Louise Brady Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

DaleJulian Burks Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Kelly Calhoun Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Karl Cavaretta Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Jeanne Comeaux Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-231-8987

Kacey Conklin Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-234-4792

Cherice Cowan RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 504-553-3033

Melinda Dahmer Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Rob Davis Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-789-7333

Katie Delage Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-788-2490

Sue Dericks Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-415-6681

Denise Dutruch Prestige Properties 4990 Hwy. 22 985-869-3780

Stephen Emmons Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-453-4665

Richard C. Farmer RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-285-2992

Aimee K. Felder RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-966-4736

Raquel Frederick RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-264-4998

Trisha Garrett Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-630-4521

Lisa Greenleaf Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Karen Guerra Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Lori Hahn Latter & Blum

1151 N. Causeway Blvd 985-626-5695

Jennifer Hayes Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Megan Helwick Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-969-5058

Suzette Hubbell Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Susan James Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 1321 W. Causeway Approach 504-232-8332

Charlotte Johnson Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 228-243-8201

Kennetha R. Johnson RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-687-6376

Lindsay Keen Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-430-0962

Brenda Kiefer RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 504-441-8171

Stephanie Kippes Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-717-6757

Bronwyn Land-Planchard Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-908-7572

Sharon Latino RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 504-452-1208

Jenny Lazo Realty ONE Group Immobilia - Mandeville 137 Girod St. 504-235-5424

Courtney LeBlanc Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Susie Malloy Keller Williams - Susie Malloy Realtor 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-250-1462

Vail Manfre RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 504-452-0058

Lisa Martinez RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-674-5625

Alice McNeely Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Melissa Mullis RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-629-1705

Daniel Munn Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-330-0901

Melissa Mysing Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Donna Naquin Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Ashley Nguyen Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Tracie Ohlsen Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Michael S. Ortner RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-807-7777

Allison Panter Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Sabrina Vincent Pierre Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Tonita M. Powell RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-969-5953

Bridgette Raimer Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-630-2223

Cindi Raymond Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-966-1844

Sarah Rieger Realty ONE Group Immobilia - Mandeville 137 Girod St. 504-232-5348

Rachel Ringen RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-264-6902

Jay Romano Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Stephanie Saizan Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Robert Santopadre Jr. Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Jennifer Schaff-Mutter Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Jeanne Schulz Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Kerrie Seiler Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Gayle Sisk Latter & Blum

1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Carolyn Talbert Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-705-2700

Betsy Tarkington Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-373-6186

Kiley Thiel Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-969-0440

Tabitha Tillis Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-727-7000

Karen Treuting Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS

1321 W. Causeway Approach 985-789-4885

Damien M. Tullier RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 225-921-6995

Carol Upton-Sieverding Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Allison Vencil Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Stephanie Villani Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Kelly Waltemath Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-236-8587

Erin Walton Latter & Blum 1119 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 985-626-8589

Anne Warren Realty ONE Group

Immobilia - Mandeville 137 Girod St. 504-330-9024

Elizabeth Westervelt Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 1321 W. Causeway Approach 985-400-8717

Tammy Whitehead Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Laura Whittle- Toney Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-400-3397

Michelle Wilson Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-295-9235

Michelle Wilson Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-295-9235

Sherrie Ybarzabal Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-517-1255

METAIRIE Coniece Allen-Brown HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-782-2470

Re Re Avegno RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-236-6965

Warren Backer Engel & Volkers New Orleans 722 Martin Behrman Ave. 504-494-9159

Frank Barrett RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-258-0375

Tony Bertucci NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-952-SOLD

Tom Bookhardt United Real Estate Partners 3330 Veterans Blvd. Suite C 504-452-7631

Karen Bradford HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-722-9912

Michele Branigan Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Richard Briseno HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-628-0391

Sally Brower Engel & Volkers New Orleans 722 Martin Behrman Ave. 404-909-9406

Erika Buxton NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-388-5996

Donna Chandler RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-669-4677

David Claus GNO Realty 3225 Danny Park Suite 202 504-338-1144

Anne Comarda Engel & Volkers New Orleans 722 Martin Behrman Ave. 504-251-1020

Julie Comarda Engel & Volkers New Orleans 722 Martin Behrman Ave. 504-813-6780

Christine Curtis NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 985-966-2917

Mary Danna Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3197 Richland Ave. 504-517-6533

Joanna Daunie HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-941-1570

John R.C. Davis NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-919-7000

Josie Degrusha RE/MAX Affiliates

671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-442-0778

Sandra Devia RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-388-8610

Brandy Dufrene RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-330-2963

Robin Durel RE/MAX Affiliates

671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-577-4943

Polly Eagan Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3197 Richland Ave. 504-452-3571

Joan Farabaugh RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-723-5767

Deborah Ferrante Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Rose Fogarty Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Raisa Galper Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Ansley Garibaldi NOLA Property Collective 3925 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 215 504-606-6142

Scarlett Giambelluca RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-400-2948

Jessica Gorman NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-451-9709

Eric Hernandez NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-259-7945

Trinity Keller NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-606-0818

Heather Laughlin Century 21 Action Realty 4736 W. Napoleon Ave. Suite 100 504-256-6180

Randie Leggio Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Zuheily Lemoine NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-621-5916

Michael D. Lester MDL Homes & Luxury for Forte Realty 3005 Harvard Ave. 504-559-4652

Cherrian Levy Levy Realty Group 8814 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 3-139 504-319-2641

Maureen Matthews Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Shaun McCarthy McCarthy Group Realtors 110 Veterans Blvd. Suite 515 504-322-7337

Yvonne McCulla Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Missy Mejia NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-645-7346

Dawn Mentel-Koster HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-450-0023

Siobhan Michel RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-247-2824

Nycholl Miller NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 817-776-1439

Emilie Moseley Engel & Volkers New Orleans 722 Martin Behrman Ave. 318-512-1861

Shannon Nash RE/MAX Affiliates

671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-421-0197

Joy Naylon RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-616-7455

Pauline Nguyen NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-289-3346

Taneisha Nicholas Gulf South International Realtors 4051 Veterans Blvd. Suite 308 504-355-8800

Christina King Noto NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-343-5448

Vanessa Parnell HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-421-1919

Catherine Poche Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Blake Quinlivan NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-810-9469

Luis Ernesto Ramos Gulf South International Realtors 4051 Veterans Blvd. Suite 308 504-355-8800

Erin Rotolo RE/MAX Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-228-3085

Robyn Schmitt HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-236-1144

Eric Stephens Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Michael Styles Engel & Volkers

New Orleans 722 Martin Behrman Ave. 504-777-1773

Margaret Tanguis Century 21 Action Realty 4736 W. Napoleon Ave. Suite 100 504-701-2623

Blaine Tatje Forte Realty, L.L.C. 3005 Harvard Ave. Suite 200 504-293-2460

Devienne Theriot United Real Estate Partners 3330 Veterans Blvd. Suite C 985-789-2454

Niki Tripi Coldwell Banker TEC 3620 Hessmer Ave. Suite B 504-975-6454

Shemeika Ward Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Carmen Waring Latter & Blum 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Lucy Wei NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-654-9218

NEW ORLEANS Conrad Abadie Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 504-931-8114

Christopher Aguglia Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-250-0335

Gary Anderson French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-894-4586

Sarah T. Aucoin Coldwell Banker TEC 4500 Magazine St. 504-704-9192

Kari Ayala New Orleans Property Services, LLC 2801 St. Charles Ave. Suite 111B 504-473-5969

Glennda Bach Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

Barbara Bedestani Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-606-5445

Mathilda Berenson Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

Philip Bergeron RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-717-3092

Sissy Blewster Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-339-9740

Adrienne Boasso RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 985-373-4400

Katherine Bosio Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-756-2088

Jeanne Harang Boughton RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-669-4773

Scott Brannon Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

Kara Breithaupt Snap Realty 2625 General Pershing St. 504-444-6400

Francesca Brennan Entablature Realty LLC 8438 Oak St. Suite A 504-906-7428

Sophie Brunner Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 504-616-1771

Rae Bryan Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-908-9155

Stacie Carubba Athena Real Estate 425 Harrison Ave. Suite 1200 504-434-7653

Elizabeth Charvat Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-444-4808

Dave Christie Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-481-6190

Debra Counce Latter & Blum 2734 Prytania St. 504-895-4663

Jeanine Damare Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 504-858-9028

David Dao Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

Kim Davis Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 214-802-2774

Terrence Davis Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-450-9003

Lynda DePanicis Shelnutt Real Estate 3363 Esplanade Ave. 504-583-8207

Sylvia Domico Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1812

Charlotte Dorion Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 504-237-8615

Jeffrey Doussan Jr. Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-236-0222

Nathalie J. Dubois Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 504-610-0679

Carmen L. Duncan RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-452-6439

Helga Eisele Coldwell Banker TEC 4500 Magazine St. 504-782-3390

Cheryl Ellsworth Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 805-770-0484

Sonya Encalade-Jones RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-812-8891

David Ernst Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-655-8304

Eleanor Farnsworth Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

Patti Faulder Christian Shane Properties 2125 Saint Charles Ave. 504-905-7473

Janet Favrot Coldwell Banker TEC 4500 Magazine St. 504-615-0813

Elijah Feibelman Coldwell Banker TEC 4500 Magazine St. 504-231-6534

Linda D. Forest RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-421-8884

Neil Forester Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

Jennifer Fowler Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-432-7788

Corinne Fox Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

L. Bryan Francher Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

Brigitte Fredy Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Lisa Fury Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-957-2422

Whitney Gagnon RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-250-9448

Britt Galloway Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

Christian Galvin Christian Shane Properties 2125 Saint Charles Ave. 504-252-0445

Andrew Grafe French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-529-9559

Janis Groetsch RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-495-6078

Anthony Grosch Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

Erin Hardy Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-432-7928

Richard W. Hébert Entablature Realty LLC 8438 Oak St. Suite A 504-617-5184

John Hendrix Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-202-6736

Irene Hernandez Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

Jane Hicks Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

Erin Hubert Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-218-6071

Jamie Hughes Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-913-0597

Jean Hunn RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-232-3570

Lana Hunt Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 225-933-6459

Gregory Jeanfreau Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

George Jeansonne French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-616-0990

Luke Jones RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-905-9101

Lisa Julien Crescent City Living 3205 Orleans Ave. 504-247-7306

Sheila Julien Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Cherie Juneau Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

Kate Kancheva Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 504-520-9255

Rachael Kansas RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-220-9941

Patricia King Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

William “Buddy” King Satsuma Real Estate 4505 Magazine St. 504-345-9737

Adrienne LaBauve eXp Realty 650 Poydras St. Suite 1400 504-344-0877

Clint LaCour Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-419-8395

Haj Langford RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-261-0282

Lauren LaPorte Richmond RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-931-0095

Aubry Larson Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 541-912-6727

Shelley Lawrence Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Gary Lazarus RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-382-2603

Phong Le Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

Frederick (Ricky) Lemann Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 504-460-6340

Guyon Lewis Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-813-1672

Patrick Liberto Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-418-4614

Micah Loewenthal Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Jonathan Maki McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-982-1115

Caroline Mang Latter & Blum 2734 Prytania St. 504-895-4663

Gary Marshall Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

Melissa Burns McClendon NOLA Home Realty Group 3905 Toulouse St. 504-417-5131

Elizabeth McNulty Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

Jacqueline Montgomery

Christian Shane Properties 2125 Saint Charles Ave. 504-451-3395

Tracey Moore Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-352-3303

Amber Neill French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-875-5566

Jennifer Nierman Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

Eileen Nolan Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Rodney Nugent Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 318-792-5854

Judith Oudt Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

Alexander Peet Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Ryan Jude Perque RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-500-1864

Leslie Perrin Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

Jansen Petagan French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-621-9443

Samara Poche Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Lesley Poché McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-259-2561

Edward Prange Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave.

Kay Randels Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

John V. Rareshide RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-343-1698

Josh Raymond Christian Shane Properties 2125 Saint Charles Ave. 504-256-7877

Brett Rector Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 504-453-2277

Karon Reese Reese & Co Real Estate 1914 Magazine St. 504-400-8558

Jeannine Relf J. Relf Realty, Inc. 4000 Davey St. Suite 501 504-913-4412

Jeremy Reneau Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-418-0665

Harriet Reynolds Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

Kelleye Rhein Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-975-0649

Steven Richards Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Letty Rosenfeld Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

Benjamin Samuels Latter & Blum 2734 Prytania St. 504-895-4663

Ellie Sanders McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-615-0151

Isabel Sanders McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-615-1401

Michelle Sartor Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

MJ Sauer Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-251-3042

Jonathan Schmitt Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-512-9220

Lara Schultz Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-338-2587

Cynthia Schupp Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

Lori Scott Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-975-1690

Tina Scott Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-450-1114

Kelly Serio Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 504-458-1609

Lisa Shedlock French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-330-8233

Al Sidhom Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 504-319-7428

Paul Slater Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 504-908-7285

Chris Smith Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

Alton O. Smith RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-264-4511

Lauren Smith Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-491-3488

Margaret Stewart Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

Cody Stringer Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-655-5577

Lazaro Suarez Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-251-5302

Sissy Sullivan RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-858-8140

Liz Tardo NOLA Home Realty Group 3905 Toulouse St. 504-723-4011

Todd Tedesco Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-250-9053

Sheri Thompson Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 504-256-9450

Ninh Tran Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-475-6675

Collin Unverzagt French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 318-210-1457

Kayla Valls Latter & Blum 2734 Prytania St. 504-895-4663

Robert Van Meter Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 606 Harrison Ave. 504-906-1146

Rachel Van Voorhees Property New Orleans, LLC 306 Pine St. 504-909-3756

Michael Verderosa Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Joey Walker Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-610-5637

Josh Walther Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 504-717-5612

Lane Washburn Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-909-0824

John Weaver Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 4018 Magazine St. 504-232-1962

Jeri Wheeler Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-232-0255

Cat Wilkinson French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-458-3088

Eric Wilkinson French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-782-6883

Michael Wilkinson French Quarter Realty 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-491-0484

Betsy Wilson Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

Louise Wise Latter & Blum 8000 Crowder Blvd. Suite E 504-242-9500

Katie Witry Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 504-919-8585

Jill C. Wren RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-717-7727

Kelli Wright Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

Michael Zarou Latter & Blum 2734 Prytania St. 504-895-4663

Maria Zuniga-Lott Latter & Blum 7934 Maple St. 504-861-7575

PARADIS

Janina Kinler-Bellew Kinler Bellew Realty 545 Hwy. 306 985-210-9176

SLIDELL

Patricia Bennett Latter & Blum 1400 Gause Blvd. 985-641-1000

Michael Bertucci Abek Real Estate 1518 Lindberg Dr. Suite A 504-234-7722

Richie Bulot Abek Real Estate 1518 Lindberg Dr. Suite A 504-909-7526

Lauren Dunaway Abek Real Estate 1518 Lindberg Dr. Suite A 985-246-9773

Jeffrey Haik Abek Real Estate 1518 Lindberg Dr. Suite A 985-285-0022

Larry Haik Jr. Abek Real Estate 1518 Lindberg Dr. Suite A 985-788-4993

Ashley Merritt Coldwell Banker TEC 2040 E. Gause Suite 4 513-293-5070

Peggy Newcomb Latter & Blum 1400 Gause Blvd. 985-641-1000

Jeffrey Puckett Latter & Blum 1400 Gause Blvd. 985-641-1000

Edward Scott Jr. Abek Real Estate 1518 Lindberg Dr. Suite A 504-220-2848

Penny Stettinius Latter & Blum 1400 Gause Blvd. 985-641-1000

Dawnn Wheeler Latter & Blum 1400 Gause Blvd. 985-641-1000

TEAMS BELLE CHASSE

The Bonnie Buras Team Coldwell Banker TEC 8498 Hwy. 23 504-909-3020

CHALMETTE

Amanda Miller Realty Amanda Miller Realty 300 W. Judge Perez Dr. 504-302-4610

HAMMOND

Southern Lifestyle Properties

Keller Williams Realty Services 210 NW Railroad Ave. 985-634-8444

Team Navigators Keller Williams Realty Services 210 NW Railroad Ave. 504-722-6622

The Exnicios Group Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 208 E. Thomas St. 985-718-1482

The Will Frederick Team Keller Williams Realty Services 210 NW Railroad Ave. 985-215-3100

MANDEVILLE

Dorris Glaudi Team Latter & Blum 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

Felicity Kahn + Associates RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 504-723-4320

Gurievsky Family Team Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 1321 W. Causeway Approach 985-789-2434

Jennifer Rice Team Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTORS 1321 W. Causeway Approach 985-892-1478

Lopez Schroder Real Estate Group Meredith Escher Schroder Real Estate 1427 W. Causeway Approach 985-789-1035

McNeely Mack Team

Latter & Blum

1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

The Jim Lark Team

Latter & Blum

1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-626-5695

The LaRocca Team

Keller Williams Realty Services

1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-869-0954

The Mixon Team Keller Williams Realty Services

1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-315-0334

The Roberts Team Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-502-9733

The Tepper Group Keller Williams Realty Services

1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-789-8717

Watson Southern Properties Keller Williams Realty Services

1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-264-9815

METAIRIE

Karen Trebes Team HomeSmart Realty South

3131 N I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-352-7700

Lindy Schexnayder & Chastity Bosch

NOLA Living Realty

3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-650-3646

Taly Noronha & Erisa Kodra

NOLA Living Realty

3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 985-222-9191

Team Tony NOLA Living Realty

3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-239-9300

The Nugent Freeland Team Keller Williams Realty

455-0100

3197 Richland Ave. 504-621-7319

The Schmitt Team

Latter & Blum

1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

NEW ORLEANS Be New Orleans Crescent City Living LLC 3205 Orleans Ave. 504-450-9672

Brewster Yancey Group Rêve | Realtors

1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-919-5759, 504-458-4140

Crane Real Estate Brokers Crane Real Estate Brokers 3702 Bienville St. 504-899-8666

GiGi Burk Group Burk Brokerage 6260 Vicksburg St. Suite A 504-416-2263

Graham, Bell, Parker Team Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

New Orleans Historic Homes Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-220-8558, 504-812-5737

NOLA Property Guys Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-249-8724, 225-235-1617

NOLA Sold Sisters RE/MAX N. O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-616-3181

Ryan Wentworth Group Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-352-3357, 504-231-2115

Schaff Home Krewe Latter & Blum 840 Elysian Fields 504-948-3011

Team Randle & Nesser Latter & Blum 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-866-2785

The Ingrassia Group LLC

Latter & Blum 3001 Gen De Gaulle Suite B 504-362-1823

The Martzolf Group

McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-261-5654

The William McIntyre Team Coldwell Banker TEC 4500 Magazine St. 504-621-8560

SLIDELL

Team Tynes McCoy Latter & Blum 1400 Gause Blvd. 985-641-1000

MORTGAGE PROFESSIONALS

BATON ROUGE

Tara Cloy Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp. 10202 Perkins Rowe 504-269-7018

COVINGTON

Randi Barrett

CrossCountry Mortgage 16564 E. Brewster Rd. Suite 201 504-296-8454

Stephanie Machado Barto

GMFS Mortgage 119 Terra Bella Blvd. 985-231-5332

Mike Ceravolo Draper & Kramer Mortgage Corp. 70457 Highway 21 Suite 104 985-200-8326

Bryan Chamberlain Movement Mortgage 70515 Highway 21 Suite 1 504-228-3780

Sara Chauppette Draper & Kramer Mortgage Corp. 70457 Highway 21 Suite 104 985-200-8189

Carol Cole New American Funding 207 E. Lockwood St. Suite B 504-377-6464

Josh Foster GMFS Mortgage 119 Terra Bella Blvd. 985-273-3260

Jordan Gerard Northshore Mortgage Partners 19500 Helenberg Rd. Suite D 337-501-0155

Chad Landry Vista Mortgage, LLC 522 N. New Hampshire St. Suite 7 985-400-2001

Kevin Morgan Arbor Lending Group 5001 Highway 190 Suite B5 985-867-8334

Wendi Stein Ace Mortgage Company 711 River Highlands Blvd. 985-888-1660

Kelly Wheeler Vista Mortgage, LLC 522 N. New Hampshire St. Suite 7 985-400-2001

FOLSOM Kristen O’Keefe KO Mortgage Professionals 13224 Highway 1078 985-630-9268

HAMMOND Rick Sedberry Movement Mortgage 109 E. Charles St. 985-969-8048

KENNER

Tasha Bourgeouis Premier Lending, LLC 2400 Veterans Blvd. Suite 350 504-212-0704

Reggie Bowie Hancock Whitney Bank 3509 Williams Blvd. 504-838-4484

Tony Ortego Premier Lending, LLC 2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 350 504-888-4104

Antoinette Theriot-Heim Hancock Whitney Bank 2609 Veterans Blvd. 504-207-4181

MADISONVILLE

Dave Garreston Crescent City Home Mortgage 389 Highway 21 Suite 401A 985-951-2230

Lance Scott Integra Mortgage 385 Hwy. 21 Suite 515 985-206-0960

MANDEVILLE Courtlin DonnerNoggerath NOLA Lending Group 830 W. Causeway Approach Suite 1100 504-812-2156

Christian Fajoni Nations Loan Services, LLC 1590 W. Causeway Approach 985-778-2600

Paxton Fellers Argent Lending 1590 W. Causeway Approach Suite 2 985-290-8038

Scott Finklea GO Mortgage 839 Heavens Dr. Suite C 504-400-9177

Mia Hedgewood NOLA Lending Group 2550 Florida St. 985-727-5060

Carrie Sanders Gulf Coast Bank & Trust 4565 LaSalle St. 985-249-7210

Dwayne Ray Stein CrossCountry Mortgage 801 Girod St. Suite A 985-612-1900

METAIRIE Cameron Budzius The Mortgage Firm 1 Galleria Blvd. Suite 1900 504-919-9504

Debra Campo Movement Mortgage 3525 N. Causeway Suite 101 504-913-6161

John Draper FBT Mortgage, LLC 3929 Veterans Memorial Blvd. 504-586-2772

Nicole Dupre Regions Bank 3525 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-258-7392

Marc Gervais New American Funding 300 Codifer Blvd. 504-301-6656

Kevin Huskins Regions Bank 3525 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-616-7474

Jeff Johnson Revolution Mortgage 3939 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 300 504-250-7210

Hung Le Movement Mortgage 3525 N. Causeway Suite 101 504-210-6697

Ross L. Miller Miller Home Mortgage, LLC 2815 Division St. Suite 200 504-455-7002

Donna Nold Prime Lending 4051 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 404 504-206-3815

Julie Otillio Metairie Bank 3344 Metairie Rd. 504-834-6330

Donnie Picou Movement Mortgage 3525 N. Causeway Suite 101 225-247-1716

Drew Remison America’s Mortgage Resource 3317 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 200 504-201-3609

Joe Vilcan Jr. Prime Lending 4051 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 404 504-451-2758

Alex Wood Gulf Coast Bank & Trust 5001 Veterans Blvd. 504-544-6313

NEW ORLEANS

Robert Tiger Agnelly Jr. Reliant Mortgage, LLC 4114 Toulouse St. 225-412-7773

Sharon Blair Regions Bank 114 W. Robert E. Lee Blvd. 504-605-6646

Liz Blum First Horizon Bank 4909 Prytania St. 504-310-7123

Mark Boasberg NOLA Lending Group 6050 Ponchartrain Blvd. Suite 200 504-388-8684

Chris Brinson First Horizon Bank 3412 St. Charles Ave. 504-310-0722

Holly Callia Bank Plus 909 Poydras St. Suite 100 504-982-2669

Mimi Denis First Horizon Bank 3412 St. Charles Ave. 504-237-4927

Nate DiGiovanni Eustis Mortgage 798 S. Rampart St. 504-586-0075

Rhett Durham Gulf Coast Bank & Trust 200 St. Charles Ave. 504-539-7308

Brent Edwards Eustis Mortgage 798 S. Rampart St. 504-586-0075

Scott Forte Eustis Mortgage 798 S. Rampart St. 225-963-1011

Jonathan Fry My Community Mortgage 1340 Poydras St. Suite 1460 985-664-7230

Will Gandy CrossCountry Mortgage 802 Fern St. Suite B 504-605-1043

Meredith Garrett NOLA Lending Group 7820 Maple St. 985-502-4347

Connor Greco Eureka Homestead 720 Harrison Ave. Suite A 504-837-0550

Georgia Harrington NOLA Lending Group 6050 Ponchartrain Blvd. Suite 200 504-473-0836

Matt Helling First Horizon Bank 4909 Prytania St. 504-310-7476

Josh Highnote Reliant Mortgage, LLC 4114 Toulouse St. 504-930-4909

Margie Hirstius

Hancock Whitney Bank 875 Harrison Ave. 504-296-5757

Patrick Holder CrossCountry Mortgage 802 Fern St. Suite B 504-939-1704

Nathan Hubbell NOLA Lending Group 7820 Maple St. 504-355-5123

Kim Hunter Certainty Home Lending 131 W. Harrison St. Suite A 504-910-1762

John Ismail Keller Mortgage 8601 Leake Ave. Office 6 208-213-0257

Tessa Izdepski NRL Mortgage 4404 Saint Peter St. 504-303-4704

Courtney Jenkins NOLA Lending Group 7820 Maple St. 985-778-3705

Tom Knapp America’s Mortgage Resource 831 Elysian Fields Ave. Suite A 504-304-6250

Paul Loria Hancock Whitney Bank 1324 S. Carrollton Ave. 504-539-7854

Jesse Mancuso First Horizon Bank 4011 Canal St. 504-669-8276

Jesse Mancuso First Horizon Bank 4011 Canal St. 504-310-7392

Tommy Manzella

Gulf Coast Bank & Trust 3200 Magazine St. 504-412-2093

Bryce Novotny Eustis Mortgage 798 S. Rampart St. 504-586-0075

Judy Pelitere Eustis Mortgage 798 S. Rampart St. 504-586-0075

Shannon Pemberton Eustis Mortgage 798 S. Rampart St. 504-914-0946

Joey Piel NOLA Lending Group 7820 Maple St. 504-315-0627

Ryan P. Rouhana Eustis Mortgage 798 S. Rampart St. 504-214-8925

Elizabeth Selasky Eustis Mortgage 798 S. Rampart St. 504-330-8027

Alex Shafirovich Interlinc Mortgage 650 Poydras St. Suite 2350 504-292-3443

Coleena Zimet NOLA Lending Group 7820 Maple St. 228-218-3521

RACELAND

Congetta F. Arnette Mandalay Mortgage 756 N. Service Rd. 985-226-3856

SLIDELL Paul Chiasson III Prime Lending 1310 Brownswitch Rd. Suite B 985-214-7032

Malissa Gilbert Eustis Mortgage 1736 Gause Blvd. E. Suite 28 985-605-6990

Amy Jobert Union Home Mortgage 2990 Gause Blvd. E. Suite B 985-710-3185

Lori Serpas Eustis Mortgage 1736 Gause Blvd. E. Suite 28 985-792-7556

Tara Taylor Gulf Coast Bank & Trust 1900 Oak Harbor Blvd. 504-269-7018

Andrea West Loan Depot 770 Gause Blvd. Suite A-1 985-590-6660 •

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BY CHERÉ COEN TRAVEL

Along the Trail

A must-stop destination

The Appalachian Trail, which spans from Georgia to Maine, features amazing beauty and remarkable towns that spring up around it. Take Marion, Virginia, for instance. It’s not only a place where hikers may leave the trail for sustenance and a shower, but is a town brimming with great dining options, unique creative outlets and a historic hotel and theater. If you’re planning to hike the 2,190-plus miles of the Appalachian Trail, Marion’s a must-stop and it comes just when you need it; it’s one-fourth the trek if heading north from Georgia and the ideal autumn stop if heading south.

“If they (hikers) started in Maine, they hit Marion in mid-October,” said Andrew “Coach” Livingston, a former actor who saw a need along the Trail to provide equipment repair and hiking gear and supplies, so he opened Marion Outdoors and The Merry Inn hostel.

If hiking’s not your thing, there’s also the famous Back of the Dragon, a popular route for motorcycles and sportscars this time of year with its 300 curves over 32 miles.

TAKE A HIKE

The Appalachian Trail crosses through Smyth County, which is why hikers take a “zero day” in Marion to

restock supplies, rest and enjoy a good meal. Visitors can view the trail — or step on for a few feet to say you’ve done it — at the Mount Rogers Headquarters south of the town. Mount Rogers rises to 5,728 feet, the highest in Virginia. Whitetop Mountain is number two, also within Smyth County, so there’s plenty of great hiking as well as fishing and camping in this region. Other parks include Grayson Highlands State Park, where you’ll spot wild ponies, and Hungry Mother State Park, built in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. One of Mother’s original log cabins is available to rent.

STAY

Marion accommodations range from The Merry Inn hostel, with its bunk rooms and kitchenette, to the historic General Francis Marion Hotel, both located in the heart of downtown. The Merry Inn sits above the outdoors store in a circa 1923 building and hikers may bunk up or pay a little more for a private room. The General Francis Marion Hotel marries history and elegance with guest rooms, common areas and dining options on the ground floor. National Geographic named it one of the top hotels in North America.

In nearby Independence, visitors may stay in a farm silo at the innovative Dream Rock Silo. The circular

first floor contains a seating area but travel the winding staircase to the round bed on top and there’s a striking view of mountains and farmland. The bed and breakfast also features a Creekside bungalow and a cozy suite, all expertly decorated by the owner with found items, local artwork and heirlooms.

Note: You have to see the silo. It’s at dreamrocksilo.com. It’s amazing!

GET CREATIVE

Musicians seek out luthier Wayne Henderson for his guitars, including Eric Clapton who sampled one in a studio and demanded a Henderson creation for himself. Henderson’s a humble man, despite the attention, and hosts a festival in his name every June. In Marion, folks may learn a variety of artistic skills, including learning how to make a guitar at the Wayne C. Henderson School of Appalachian Arts. Twice a year Henderson sponsors a guitar building workshop at the school but be warned, there’s a lengthy waiting list.

For more local creations, visit the Ford Studios in a former auto showroom to enjoy regional artists or attend the bluegrass program “Song of the Mountains” broadcast from the historic Lincoln Theatre, both in downtown Marion.

DINE

Start with Big Al’s Loaded Waffle Tot at Sister’s Café, a host of tater tots placed in a waffle iron and pressed, then topped with cheese, bacon, green onions, sour cream and an egg. Vegans may prefer Sur 81’s breakfast burrito featuring spinach, tomatoes, bell peppers, onion and mushrooms. In addition to several fine dining establishments, there’s the landmark Dip Dog Stand, serving up its famous dogs since 1958.

Ashley Cullichia Cash

Hosting fall guests in style

As we head into fall, it’s a great time for homeowners to take stock of whether they are equipped to comfortably host guests. Event planner, owner of The Graceful Host in Covington, wife, and mom of two boys, Ashley Cullichia Cash, offers her expertise.

First, Cash advises a host or hostess to think about what they themselves need through the day and make those same things available to guests.

“When somebody is coming from out of town, I want to make sure they don’t have to ask for anything,” said Cash. “I try to lay out as many things as possible.”

Cash’s list includes toiletries such as travel size soaps, shampoos, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and makeup remover wipes, which she picks up

in the dollar store, stows in her linen closet and puts in an easily visible bowl or basket before guests arrive. She places an extra charger, a TV guide with basic channels and the WiFi code printed on a piece of paper on the nightstand and an extra blanket on the bed. For homes that have a playroom, office or other flex space that doubles as a guest room, she suggests maximizing the space with a Murphy bed (she cites IKEA as a great source) or pullout sofa. Her own home has a version of the latter with storage underneath for linens. In a twist on the traditional hostess gift, Cash likes to gift her guests with a locally themed memento from their stay and carries stationary sets, notepads and tea towels that work as both hostess and guest gifts in her store.

“It’s a little piece of New Orleans when they go home,” Cash said.

She also recommends using party supplies such as brightly colored paper plates and napkins that add magic to a meal or cocktail hour and make cleanup a breeze so homeowners can spend more time with their guests. In lieu of cooking, picking up local comfort foods (think classics like red beans and rice) from a nearby restaurant also translates into free time with guests.

“During COVID, a lot of restaurants pivoted into family style meals and are still doing them,” Cash said. “It’s the best of both worlds – you don’t torture yourself and by outsourcing it, you support local restaurants.”

Finally, Cash suggests steering guests to the area’s many attractions — in New Orleans, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Insectarium, Audubon Zoo, Magazine Street, French Quarter, and

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Don’t sweat the small stuff. “Guests want to spend time with you,” said Cash.

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Use a to do list app to get organized. Cash uses Microsoft To Do, which can be shared with others, making it convenient for family members to pick up items on the fly.

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A scented candle is an easy way to add something special to your home environment when hosting guests. “Hit them with something special,” said Cash.

streetcar rides; on the north shore, the Southern Hotel, downtown Covington, boating on the Bogue Falaya, Global Wildlife Center, Insta-Gator Ranch & Hatchery, pumpkin patches and tree farms to name a few — so that their experiences outside the home are equally memorable.

“Going the extra step for guests,” Cash said, “makes your home a little more inviting.”

ABOUT THE EXPERT

Ashley Cullichia Cash, opened a luxury wedding planning business in 2012 and later pivoted into party supplies and specialty balloon decor. Her downtown Covington storefront, opened in 2021, offers a festive and colorful array of party and gift items. “I love entertaining,” said Cash. “It’s part of my love language to take care of people.”

BY EVE CRAWFORD PEYTON GROWING PAINS

Oh, September. In many ways, it’s a lovely month.

Kids are back in school, so parents are freed from the stress of trying to put together a piecemeal schedule of relatives, babysitters, and camps with odd and inconvenient hours to try to manage childcare – and yet things are still new enough that we aren’t too frazzled with homework and tests and afternoon sports practices

The weather is still uncomfortably hot, but it is no longer unbearably hot. We’re not lucky enough to get actual autumn, but we might be able to actually go outside before 8 p.m. without getting heatstroke.

Football is back, but it’s early enough in the season that we can still believe the Saints might win the Super Bowl, and low-stakes enough that we can watch a game while chatting with friends and drinking a beer and not hyperventilating over whether some stupid penalty will keep us out of the playoffs for another year.

It’s a brief moment to catch your breath before the holiday craziness begins, followed by the Carnival craziness, followed by the festival craziness.

A Challenging Month

But it’s also not the easiest month, certainly not for me personally.

My mother’s birthday was Sept. 3, and mine is Sept. 16, and we always sort of marked them jointly, turning the whole damn month into a glorious celebration of us (and an excuse to eat frequent cake). It’s not even close to the same without her. Of course her birthday is now a bittersweet occasion – I expected that – but I don’t think I fully understood how pale one’s own birthday can feel when the actual

person who did the birthing on said day is no longer there. I still have a nice time with my own kids and my husband and my friends, but there is something sacred about your own mother wishing you happy birthday, and the day now feels empty in a way that is hard to define.

teeny tiny sigh of relief when August ends, not because I think we are out of the woods but because at least we are slightly closer to being out of the woods, but I, like most of us, never truly calm down until after Thanksgiving. I have spent more than one birthday evacuated, and I’m not eager to do it again. September is a constant month of breath-holding, watching the news, keeping your gas tank full and your freezer empty, and knowing that those weekend plans you’re making could be drastically canceled at a moment’s notice.

For more Eve, check out her blog

“Joie d’Eve” on Tuesday mornings at myneworleans.com

And then there is hurricane season, still looming, still making me anxious. I always allow myself a

On balance, though, I guess it’s a good time to do what New Orleanians do best (even if I personally am not the best at it) and live in the moment. Cheer your loudest at that Saints game. Eat that extra piece of birthday cake. Enjoy the very barest, quietest whisper of autumn on the breeze. Take a moment to be grateful for what you have even while being wistful for what you maybe don’t have anymore. And always, always keep sending all of your energy toward the Gulf, willing the hurricanes to pass us by.

The good, the bad, and the hurricanes

BY SCOTT GOLD TABLE TALK

Hungry Like the Wolf

A Northern Italian affair

When chef Brian Burns began contemplating his next restaurant project after finding success with Costera, the beloved Uptown Spanish eatery, it didn’t take long to arrive at a concept.

“‘Northern Italian’’ is a good way to differentiate ourselves from what most Italian restaurants are in New Orleans, which is Sicilian,” said Burns. “You think of your red gravy Italian here, and that has to do with the influx of Sicilian immigrants, historically. We were looking for something that was kind of in our wheelhouse, a cuisine we were excited about, and one that we felt was underrepresented in the city. My partner, Reno De Ranieri, is second generation Italian. He had a lot of input and was a big piece of the drive for the identity of the restaurant.”

That concept eventually became Osteria Lupo, a spacious, comfortably posh affair on Magazine Street specializing in the culinary delights native to the upper portion of the Italian boot. The menu focuses heavily on cuisine you’d find typical to Tuscany or the Ligure, with an emphasis on fresh pastas and heavy use of their traditional wood-fired oven.

Burns is no stranger to the wood-burning hearth, having made his bones on the starting kitchen team at Peche. The oven plays a similarly crucial role at Osteria Lupo, which Burns employs on a modest selection of pizzas, all of which bear the hallmark bubbly, textured crust you can only get from high heat and properly fermented dough. “You get that wonderful ‘leoparding’...I don’t know if there’s a better word for it. It’s beautiful, tasty, aeromatic, crisp. It checks all the boxes.”

Not that you’d mistake Osteria Lupo for a pizza joint. For small plates, a luscious burrata served with pistachio salsa verde and aged balsamic alongside house-made, toasted focaccia is a standout. “This is summertime food,” says Burns. “It’s a slam dunk.”

And one would be remiss to not indulge in the arancini with black truffles, fried to crisp perfection on the outside and oozing glorious cheese, rice and mushroom umami in each bite. On the lighter side, a simple crudo of Gulf fish adorned with a tomato-walnut pesto and Arbequini olive oil sets the senses alight without weighing you down.

Then, of course, there’s the pasta, all handmade fresh in-house. From campanelle loaded with mushrooms to a classic bucatini carbonara with guanciale and egg, and even spaghetti alla chitarra with Maine lobster, Osteria Lupo’s dedication to the pasta arts is no less than admirable, and certainly delicious. A true standout recently featured radiatori with luscious Louisiana blue crab that manages to be both creamy and light, with just the right amount of spicy “pop” from fresh chiles.

On the heartier side, the wood-fired lamb rack is a serious crowd-pleaser and one of the restaurant’s most popular dishes, and the seared yellowfin tuna served with a sauce loaded with fresh herbs, garlic and anchovies then paired with kalamata and cerignola olives is excellent for sharing, and feels satiating without being heavy.

The name, “Lupo,” comes from the Italian word for “wolf.” “‘In boca al lupo’” means ‘in the mouth of the wolf,’” explains Burns, “which roughly translates to ‘break a leg’ or ‘bon chance.’ In the restaurant business, it definitely felt appropriate.” If you head to Osteria Lupo for a leisurely dinner, you’ll certainly come to realize that no luck was needed here. Although, seeing a menu so deep with Italian fare realized with such care and attention, a visit there might indeed warrant a wolf-sized appetite.

Osteria Lupo, 4609 Magazine St., 504-237-1268, Osterialupo.com.

ABOUT THE CHEF

Chef Brian Burns grew up 10 miles outside of Chicago but fell in love with New Orleans after moving here to attend Tulane. After bouncing around local kitchens for a few years, he traveled to Paris to attend culinary school, and worked at Château Cordeillan-Bages, a Michellin starred restaurant north of Bordeaux. After finding himself cooking as far afield as Melbourne, Australia, Burns found his way back to New Orleans to work at Stella, Herbsaint, and then at Peche, where he eventually became chef de cuisine. In 2019, he opened the Spanish eatery Costera, after which Osteria Lupo followed this past spring. More than anything, Burns is delighted to consider Uptown, and particularly Magazine Street, his home. “We love it here, and we plan on being here for a long, long time, and continuing to enmesh ourselves in the community,” he says. “I’m nothing but grateful for how it’s worked out so far.”

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PESCE CRUDOAMERICAN RED SNAPPER

BY ELIZABETH PEARCE CHEERS

Fall Flowers

Shaking up the classics

Saba’s Lead Bartender Will Strout started making cocktails before he could drive. “I asked for a cocktail shaker set for my birthday at 15,” he said. “The ‘Bramble’ was the first drink I made that my dad really loved...my mom preferred margaritas.” He began with the foundations. “A classic daiquiri made me fall in love with bartending,” he said. Then he moved on to more obscure potables like a ruby port clarified milk punch. He returned from college during the pandemic, eventually bartending at Saba. Strout describes their current menu as “Israeli/Mediterranean-tiki” with floral inspired ingredients like the rose water featured in his cheekily named “Rum-Springa.” Strout enjoys the perks of Saba’s kitchen, where he makes chamomile-infused bourbon or black tea milk-washed vodka using techniques from the 1400s. “We have lots of stuff that would be too hard to do at home.” He ought to know, since that’s where it all began.

RUM-SPRINGA

6 drops rose water

0.75 ounce lime

0.5 ounce pineapple juice

0.5 ounce cream of coconut

0.75 ounce Kleiner Feigling fig liqueur

1.5 ounces Appleton rum

Garnish: Edible flowers

Shake all ingredients without ice (called a dry shake) until mixed well. The dry shake helps the cream of coconut really incorporate into the drink. Add ice and shake for a short time, about 5 seconds. Strain over pebble ice. Garnish with edible flowers.

1 Kleiner Feigling fig liqueur is 100% fig with no additives or flavors. It’s a digestive so it’s not overly sweet and works well with any cognac style cocktails. It’s also great on the rocks with a twist of lemon.

2 Baby T Rex Farms are a local grower for edible flowers. They don’t use pesticides or chemical fertilizers.

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“Regarding Cocktails” by Sasha Petraske is Strout’s favorite cocktail book.

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BY JYL BENSON

Pasta Perfect

A flavorful vodka sauce

Why bother with adding flavorless vodka to a creamy pink sauce that is something between a tomato sauce and an Alfredo sauce? Is the vodka even necessary? It really is.

Alcohol is a highly effective solvent for aromatics. Think of vanilla extract. It also acts as an emulsifier and aids in the bonding of fat and water into a creamy consistency. Think of Dijon mustard used in vinaigrette. Lastly, it is volatile and evaporates quickly. As the particulates of the vodka are released into the air, they carry the fragrance of the sauce with them. That same process carries the flavors and aromas of the sauce to the back of your mouth when you eat it, heightening your experience of the dish.

Both Manhattan and Italy (putting my money on Italy) lay claim to the origins of the dish, which indisputably came to be in the late 1970s or early 1980s.

This version from Osteria Lupo packs a punch. A half cup of minced garlic ensures its work as “nature’s chaperone” while the Calabrian chili paste lends some heat.

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Do not cop out and use chopped garlic from a jar. Due to the large volume of garlic, the dish will really suffer. Here’s a hassle-free way to peel garlic. Use the palm of your hand to push down hard on the garlic bulb to separate the cloves. Place the unpeeled cloves in a large glass jar with a lid. The jar should be significantly larger than the volume of garlic. Shake the jar vigorously for 20 to 30 seconds. The skins should have slipped off. If not, shake some more.

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Calabrian chili paste is available locally at Trader Joe’s or on Amazon.com

RIGATONI ALLA VODKA

Shared by Chef Brian Burns, Osteria

Lupo

Serves 6

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 cups minced French shallots

1/2 cup minced garlic (see blue notes)

1/2 cup tomato paste

1/2 cup Calabrian chili paste (see blue notes)

1 teaspoon chili flakes

1/2 cup vodka

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 teaspoon lemon juice

Kosher salt to taste

1 pound fresh pasta, preferably rigatoni or penne

10 leaves fresh basil, torn

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1. Melt the butter in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and garlic. Stir frequently until the shallots and garlic soften and become translucent, 6-7 minutes. Take extreme care not to brown the garlic.

2. Reduce the heat under the shallot and garlic to low and add the tomato paste, Calabrian chili paste, and chili flakes. Stir frequently to combine and prevent sticking. Cook until blended and smooth, about 10 minutes

3. Add the vodka and increase heat to medium, allow the alcohol to cook out, about two minutes.

4. Add the heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and reduce heat to low. Add the lemon juice, then adjust seasoning with salt. Based on personal taste, you may wish to add a bit more cream to adjust the spiciness of the sauce. Reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting.

5. Cook the pasta just shy of al dente. Reserve a 1/2 cup of starchy pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce. Strain the pasta. Add it to the sauce to finish cooking. Add some of the reserved water if necessary.

6. Serve the Rigatoni alla Vodka in bowls. Garnish with fresh torn basil and grated parmesan.

DINING GUIDE

The Dining Guide is comprised of restaurants recently reviewed and visited by New Orleans Magazine The list will change regularly to provide information on others that are also worth noting and acknowledging. Please check restaurant websites for up-to-date hours and locations. If you feel that a restaurant has been misplaced, please email Editor Ashley McLellan at Ashley@MyNewOrleans.com.

AMERICAN

Acorn City Park, $ AcornNola.com

Audubon Clubhouse Uptown, $$ AudubonInstitute.org

Boulevard American Bistro Multiple Locations, $$$ BoulevardBistro.com

Caffe! Caffe! Metairie, $ CaffeCaffe.com

Café NOMA City Park, $ CafeNoma.com

Camellia Grill Riverbend, $ 309-2679

District Donuts Sliders Brew Multiple Locations, $ DonutsAndSliders.com

Five Happiness Mid-City, $$ FiveHappiness.com

Martin Wine Cellar Multiple Locations, $ MartinWineCellar.com

New Orleans Social House

CBD/Warehouse District, $$ NOSocialHouse.com

Parkway Bakery and Tavern Mid-City, $ ParkwayPoorBoys.com

Restaurant August

CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$$ RestaurantAugust.com

Rib Room

French Quarter, $$$ RibRoomNewOrleans.com

The Grill Room

CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$$ GrillRoomNewOrleans.com

The Pelican Club

French Quarter, $$$$$ PelicanClub.com

Ye Olde College Inn Carrollton, $$$ CollegeInn1933.com

Zea’s Rotisserie and Grill Multiple Locations, $$$ ZeaRestaurants.com

ASIAN FUSION/PAN ASIAN Blue Giant Lower Garden District, $$ BlueGiantNOLA.com

Hoshun Restaurant Uptown, $$ HoshunRestaurant.com

Little Tokyo Multiple Locations, $$ LittleTokyoNola.com

Lotus Bistro Lakeview, $$ LotusBistroNOLA.com

MoPho Mid-City, $$$ MoPhoNola.com

Rock-N-Sake Multiple Locations, $$$ RockNSake.com

Union Ramen Bar Lower Garden District, $$ UnionRamen.com

BAKERY/BREAKFAST

Breads on Oak Multiple Locations, $ BreadsOnOak.com.

Café du Monde Multiple Locations, $ CafeDuMonde.com

CC’s Coffee House Multiple Locations, $ CCsCoffee.com

Gracious Bakery + Café Multiple Locations, $ GraciousBakery.com

Ruby Slipper Café Multiple Locations, $$ TheRubySlipperCafe.net

BURGERS

Bayou Burger French Quarter, $$ 5SportsBarNewOrleans.com

Port of Call French Quarter, $$ PortOfCallNola.com

The Company Burger Uptown, $ TheCompanyBurger.com

FRENCH

Broussard’s French Quarter, $$$$ Broussards.com

Café Degas Faubourg St. John, $$ CafeDegas.com

Coquette Uptown, $$$ CoquetteNola.com

Justine French Quarter, $$$ JustineNola.com

La Crêpe Nanou Uptown, $$$ LaCrepeNanou.com

La Petite Grocery Uptown, $$$ LaPetiteGrocery.com

Lilette Uptown, $$$$$ LiletteRestaurant.com

GASTROPUB

Bouligny Tavern Uptown, $$ BoulignyTavern.com

Cane & Table French Quarter, $$ CaneAndTableNola.com

Copper Vine CBD/Warehouse District, $$$ CopperVine.com

Orleans Grapevine Wine Bar and Bistro French Quarter, $$$ OrleansGrapevine.com

Patrick’s Bar Vin French Quarter, $$ PatricksBarVin.com

Sylvain French Quarter, $$$ SylvainNOLA.com

The Delachaise Uptown, $$ TheDelaichaise.com

ITALIAN

Arnaud’s Remoulade French Quarter, $$ Remoulade.com

Chartres House French Quarter, $$$ ChartresHouse.com

Domenica CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$ DomenicaRestaurant.com

Gianna Restaurant CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$ GiannaRestaurant.com

Irene’s Cuisine French Quarter, $$$$ IrenesNola.com

Josephine Estelle CBD/Warehouse District, $$$ JosephineEstelle.com

Liuzza’s Mid-City, $$ Liuzzas.com

Muriel’s Jackson Square French Quarter, $$$$ Muriels.com

Napoleon House French Quarter, $ NapoleonHouse.com

Pascal’s Manale Uptown, $$$$ PascalsManale.com

Restaurant R’evolution French Quarter, $$$$$ RevolutionNola.com

Tommy’s Cuisine CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$$ TommysNewOrleans.com

Vincent’s Italian Cuisine Multiple Locations, $$$ VicentsItalianCuisine.com

LOUISIANA FARE

Acme Oyster House Multiple Locations, $$ AcmeOyster.com

Antoine’s French Quarter, $$$$$ Antoines.com

COUVANT

French cuisine in New Orleans has always skewed to the Creole side of things, but that doesn’t mean that, every now and again, local diners and visitors alike don’t yearn for some classic, continental brasserie fare. Should your heart pine for buttery escargot, decadent foie gras, brioche-crusted veal or just a simple steak frites, Couvant is bound to satiate any Francophile’s heart, executed perfectly by Chef Ryan Pearson. The brunch menu includes duck confit with waffles and a pork shoulder benedict with Creole mustard hollandaise. This fall, don’t miss their “Tour de France,” highlighting a gastronomic ride through the various regions of “L’Hexogone.” To that, we can’t help but say, “Oui, chef!”

MOPHO

When MoPho opened its doors in 2014, New Orleanians were delighted to experience Chef Michael Gulotta’s inventive fusion of south Louisiana and Vietnamese fare. That enthusiasm hasn’t waned over the years. Come for their innovative take on the namesake pho, featuring a variety of proteins and broths, from pork to beef, chicken and vegetarian, but stay for the wildly creative appetizers and entrees, like their fried oysters with nước chấm mayo, pickled bleu cheese and radishes. Don’t get too entranced by the menu that you miss out on the daily specials, though; Thursday’s “Indonesian fried chicken” with house-made sambal, roasted peanuts and pineapple salad makes us weak in the knees.

Arnaud’s French Quarter, $$$$$ ArnaudsRestaurant.com

Austin’s Metairie, $$$ AustinsNo.com

BIrdy’s Behind the Bower Garden District, $$ BirdysNola.com

Boucherie Carrollton, $$ Boucherie-Nola.com

The Bower Garden District, $$$ TheBowerNola.com

Brennan’s French Quarter, $$$$ BrennansNewOrleans.com

Brigtsen’s Riverbend, $$$$$ Brigtsens.com

Café Reconcile Central City, $$ CafeReconcile.org

Casamento’s Uptown, $$ CasamentosRestaurant.com

Clancy’s Uptown, $$$ ClancysNewOrleans.com

Cochon CBD/Warehouse District, $$ CochonRestaurant.com

Copeland’s Multiple Locations, $$ CopelandsofNewOrleans.com

Commander’s Palace Garden District, $$$$ CommandersPalace.com

Court of Two Sisters French Quarter, $$$$$ CourtOfTwoSisters.com

Crabby Jack’s Metairie, $ CrabbyJacksNola.com

Criollo French Quarter, $$$ CriolloNola.com

Dooky Chase Restaurant Treme, $$ DookyChaseRestaurant.com

Drago’s Multiple Locations, $$$$ DragosRestaurant.com

Emeril’s CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$$ EmerilsRestaurants.com

Galatoire’s French Quarter, $$$$$ Galatoires.com

Gautreau’s Uptown, $$$$$ GautreausRestaurant.com

Gris Gris Garden District, $$$ GrisGrisNola.com

Herbsaint CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$$ Herbsaint.com

House of Blues French Quarter, $$ HouseOfBlues.com/ NewOrleans

Jack Rose Garden District, $$$$ JackRoseRestaurant.com

Katie’s Restaurant and Bar Mid-City, $$ KatiesInMidCity.com

Mandina’s Mid-City, $$ MandinasRestaurant.com

Mother’s CBD/Warehouse District, $$ MothersRestaurant.net

Mr. B’s Bistro French Quarter, $$$$ MrBsBistro.com

Mulate’s CBD/Warehouse District, $$ Mulates.com

NOLA French Quarter, $$$$$ EmerilsRestaurants.com/NolaRestaurant

Palace Café CBD/Warehouse District, $$$ PalaceCafe.com

Ralph’s On The Park Mid-City, $$$ RalphsOnThePark.com

Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar & Restaurant French Quarter, $$$ RichardFiskes.com

Royal House French Quarter, $$$ RoyalHouseRestaurant.com

Saint John French Quarter, $$$ SaintJohnNola.com

St. Roch Market Upper 9th Ward, $$ StRochMarket.com

Tableau French Quarter, $$$ TableauFrenchQuarter.com

The Bistreaux French Quarter, $$ MaisonDupuy.com/dining

The Bombay Club French Quarter, $$$$ TheBombayClub.com

Toups’ Meatery Mid-City, $$$ ToupsMeatery.com

Tujague’s French Quarter, $$$$$ TujaguesRestaurant.com

PIZZA

Pizza Delicious Bywater, $ PizzaDelicious.com

Reginelli’s Pizzeria Multiple Locations, $$ Reginellis.com

Theo’s Pizza Multiple Locations, $$ TheosPizza.com

Pizza Domenica Multiple Locations, $$ PizzaDomenica.com

SEAFOOD

Briquette CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$ Briquette-Nola.com

Deanie’s Seafood Multiple Locations,$$$ Deanies.com

Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House French Quarter, $$$$ BourbonHouse.com

Don’s Seafood Metairie, $$$ DonsSeafoodOnline.com

Grand Isle Restaurant CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$ GrandIsleRestaurant.com

GW Fins

French Quarter, $$$$$ GWFins.com

Kingfish French Quarter, $$$ KingfishNewOrleans.com

Le Bayou French Quarter, $$$ LeBayouRestaurant.com

Mr. Ed’s Seafood and Italian Restaurant Metairie, $$ AustinsNo.com

Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House Multiple Locations, $$$ MrEdsRestaurants.com/ oyster-bar

New Orleans Creole Cookery French Quarter, $$$ NewOrleansCreoleCookery. com

Oceana Grill French Quarter, $$ OceanaGrill.com

Pêche

CBD/Warehouse District, $$$ PecheRestaurant.com.

Pier 424

French Quarter, $$$ Pier424SeafoodMarket.com

Red Fish Grill French Quarter, $$$ RedFishGrill.com

SPECIALTY FOODS

Antoine’s Annex French Quarter, $$$ Antoines.com/AntoinesAnnex

STEAKHOUSE

Crescent City Steaks Mid-City, $$$$ CrescentCitySteaks.com

Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse French Quarter, $$$$ DickieBrennansSteakhouse. com

Doris Metropolitan French Quarter, $$$$ DorisMetropolitan.com

Galatoire’s 33 Bar & Steak French Quarter, $$$ Galatoires33BarAndSteak. com

La Boca CBD/Warehouse District, $$$ LaBocaSteaks.com

Mr. John’s Steakhouse Uptown, $$$ MrJohnsSteakhouse.com

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Multiple Locations, $$$$$ RuthsChris.com

The Steakhouse at Harrah’s CBD/WarehouseDistrict, $$$$$ HarrahsNewOrleans.com

WORLD

1000 Figs

Faubourg St. John, $$ 1000Figs.com

Barracuda Uptown, $ EatBarracuda.com

Bayona French Quarter, $$$$$ Bayona.com

Bywater Brew Pub Bywater, $$$ BywaterBrewPub.com

Compére Lapin CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$$ CompereLapin.com

El Gato Negro Multiple Locations, $$ ElGatoNegroNola.com

Lucy’s CBD/Warehouse District, $ LucysRetiredSurfers.com

Lüke CBD/Warehouse District, $$$ LukeNewOrleans.com

Mona’s Café Mid-City, $ MonasCafeAndDeli.com

Patois Uptown,$$$ PatoisNola.com

Saba Uptown, $$$ EatWithSaba.com

Saffron NOLA Uptown, $$$ SaffronNOLA.com

Seaworthy CBD/Warehouse District, $$$$ SeaworthyNola.com

Shaya Uptown, $$$ ShayaRestaurant.com

DINING & ENTERTAINMENT

Briquette

Briquette-NOLA.com

701 South Peters St, New Orleans 504-302-7496

Briquette is proud to showcase contemporary and coastal dishes like Snapper Pontchartrain, Louisiana Redfish on the Half Shell, and Prime 14oz. Ribeye. Happy Hour daily from 5-6pm.

The Commissary

Thecommissarynola.com

634 Orange Street, New Orleans 504-274-1850

Join us at The Commissary for Two Burger Tuesdays! Buy one Smash Patty Burger and get your second one half off. The Commissary is a market, kitchen, and bar that features the best house-made and local ingredients. Dine with us or shop our market for family meals, sides, butcher meats, and desserts. Photo credit: Randy Schmidt

The Country Club

TheCountryClubNewOrleans.com

634 Louisa St, New Orleans

504-945-0742

A little finery, a little funk and a lot of love. Chef Chris Barbato and his culinary team use Old & New World techniques to expertly execute dishes composed of local ingredients mindful to seasonality that speak to Italian French and Creole-Southern heritages. Join us for brunch, lunch or dinner. Reservations recommended.

Mother’s Restaurant

Mothersrestaurant.net

401 Poydras St, New Orleans 504-523-9656

Jerry’s Jambalaya is an award-winning dish created by Chef Jerry Amato. True to his Creole-Italian roots, it features fresh herbs and tomatoes in the style prevalent in New Orleans. Seasoned rice is chock full of smoked sausage and chicken breast tossed in a light tomato sauce. Chef said he was inspired by the fresh produce in his wife’s garden when creating this dish, now one of the most popular on Mother’s menu.

New Orleans Creole Cookery

Neworleanscreolecookery.com

508 Toulouse St, New Orleans

504-524-9632

Enjoy Happy Hour daily from 3pm-6pm in the Oyster Bar featuring raw and char-grilled oysters! Brunch served Saturday and Sunday from 11am-3pm offering Bloody Mary’s and Shrimp and Grits.

Parkway

ParkwayPoorboys.com

538 Hagan Ave, New Orleans 504-482-3047

Parkway can now take your orders over the phone or through the official Parkway Bakery App. Order online for a seamless poorboy pick up. Parkway is open from 10am to 6pm Wednesday through Sunday for dine in and parking lot pick up.

Education

It’s time for cluttered kitchen tables and projects galore—as kids head back to school, there’s bound to be some added bustle around the house. You can find some peace of mind, though, and make transitions easy next season by preparing now. A variety of schools across Greater New Orleans and the Gulf South offer unique learning opportunities while putting their own spin on childhood education. Outside of the classroom, local organizations and businesses add to the fun with events, extra curricular opportunities, and new clothes for the school year. The following info may be helpful as your child learns and grows.

K - 12 / CONTINUOUS EDUCATION

Arden Cahill Academy

Arden Cahill Academy combines a strong education with the unique qualities of an outdoor country environment minutes from downtown. Nestled along Bayou Fatma in Gretna, the 12-acre campus currently serves students from six weeks in its Infant Center through 12th grade in its High School. Arden Cahill Academy graduated its first class of high school seniors in May of 2023 and is proud to continue its tradition of academic excellence and cultural enrichment through its college preparatory curriculum.

Horse stables, a petting farm, a STEAM Lab, art studios, band and music rooms, and a 300-seat theater make the Arden Cahill Academy campus unique. The academy also hosts Cahill Camp Corral, a 10-week summer camp that has been voted the #1 summer camp for three years in a row by readers of Gambit Weekly.

Interested families are encouraged to register online at ardencahillacademy. com to attend a weekly tour or attend the Fall Open House on October 24th, 9 to 11 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m.

Ursuline Academy

Ursuline Academy is an all-girls Catholic school offering a diverse educational environment from six weeks through 12th grade. Founded in 1727, Ursuline Academy of New Orleans enjoys the distinction of being the first all-girls Catholic school in the United States. As girls progress through the academy, a highly interactive approach exposes them to increasingly complex concepts in STEM and the arts that go beyond learning the material. Ursuline girls learn to think creatively, articulate their ideas confidently and compassionately, and solve problems collaboratively. Ursuline’s all-girls environment empowers students to challenge themselves, explore outside their comfort zones, and expand what they are capable of achieving.

At Ursuline, students blaze their own trails—it’s the school’s legacy. Make it yours, too. Register for an open house at go.uanola.org. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at 504-866-5292 or admissions@uanola.org.

St. Martin’s Episcopal School

St. Martin’s Episcopal School is a coeducational, independent college preparatory school for students from eight weeks old through 12th grade. St. Martin’s rigorous curriculum, balanced with small class sizes and an emphasis on critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and leadership, prepares students not only to thrive in excellent colleges but to also lead meaningful and productive lives.

This year, St. Martin’s welcomes its 10th Head of School, Whitney Samuel Drennan ’94, the school’s first alum to serve as its head. Drennan returns to St. Martin’s after serving for more than 20 years at Louise S. McGehee School, where she was the Head of Lower School. Drennan holds a Bachelor’s degree, Cum Laude, in Early Childhood Education and Special Education Hearing Impairment and a Master’s of Education from the University of New Orleans.

Learn more about St. Martin’s when you visit the beautiful 18-acre campus for a personal tour or attend an Open House. For more information or to schedule a personal tour, please call the Admission Office at 504-736-9917. Visit St. Martin’s on the web at stmsaints.com/admissions.

EARLY EDUCATION

St. Andrew’s Episcopal School

St. Andrew’s Episcopal School is the oldest Episcopal school in New Orleans with 66 years of experience in educating the mind, body, and spirit of young children. St. Andrew’s enrolls boys and girls 12 months through eighth grade, offering a nurturing yet challenging education that focuses on “Cherishing Childhood, Developing Character and Cultivating Leaders.”

St. Andrew’s students love to build things—building a rocket for science class, a set for a school play, building friendships, or building upon the lessons they learn. More importantly, St. Andrew’s aims to build up each child’s self-esteem because helping them believe in themselves means they’ll have a strong foundation to build their future. With smaller class sizes, children have the individual attention they need to thrive.

Those looking for a school to nurture their child’s love of learning and to build self-esteem, leadership skills, and social skills will discover it at St. Andrew’s. See the school in action by scheduling a personal tour online. For more information, visit saesnola.org/admissions.

Kehoe-France

Kehoe-France is a school known for offering transformative and meaningful academic experiences that instill a lifelong love of learning, leadership, and service. A nurturing and engaging environment for children as young as eight weeks through 7th grade, Kehoe-France sets children on a path to discovery while developing the skills they need to be productive citizens of a global community. Each student experiences a rigorous and balanced curriculum focused on developing the whole child and preparing them to succeed and make lasting relationships in an increasingly connected and innovative world.

As part of the International Schools Partnership, Kehoe-France is one of a growing group of private schools committed to improving schools and learning opportunities for students across the world. For more information on the school and admissions, call 504-733-0472 or visit kehoe-france.com.

Coastal Episcopal School

Coastal Episcopal School, located in Long Beach, Mississippi, boasts a 70+ year tradition of excellence in early childhood and elementary education. Driven by a mission of instilling a life-long love of learning in each student, CES provides a joyful, unique, and nurturing Judeo-Christian community where students hone the life skills necessary to imagine and create a better world.

Serving toddlers through sixth grade—including a transitional, bridge-year kindergarten class—CES offers students a well-rounded, STEAM-based curricula in its classrooms, Gail Keenan Gallery’s art and music studios, and Seemann Makerspace. Daily chapel, a place of joy where students and staff begin their day as a family in prayer and song, also provides students with opportunities to develop confidence by presenting in front of peers and adults.

Located on a beautiful 25-acre campus, CES prioritizes learning both in and out of the classroom, offering activities to motivate observation, discovery, and interpretation in addition to after school care, quarterly enrichment programs, clubs, sports, and overnight trips. To schedule a tour and learn more about enrollment, email admissions@myces.org or visit coastepiscopalschool.org.

Jewish Community Day School

Jewish Community Day School of Greater New Orleans (JCDS) is a coeducational independent school for students ages two months through 6th grade, with plans to expand through seventh grade in 2026 and eighth grade in 2027. Balancing challenging academics with an enriching Jewish Studies program, a JCDS education is interdisciplinary, project-based, and holistic.

The school’s small class size and differentiated instruction ensure each child is valued for their individual strengths. Students bring what they’ve learned at JCDS beyond the school’s boundaries, too, using their education to fulfill the Jewish value of Tikkun Olum, repairing the world.

JCDS is a nurturing school where families of all backgrounds are welcomed and children are prepared to be engaged, compassionate leaders.

The school’s fall open house takes place on Sunday, October 22 at 12 p.m. To learn more or schedule a tour, please call 504-887-4091 or email admissions@jcdsnola.org.

Stuart Hall School for Boys

Since 1984, Stuart Hall has offered a unique faith-based environment for the Catholic education of boys from preschool through seventh grade. Their motto is “Leaders for Life.” They inspire boys to be lifelong leaders—throughout school, in their homes, in their careers, and in their words. Faith, Scholarship, Leadership, and Honor are the foundations upon which Stuart Hall builds future leaders of the community.

Stuart Hall holds membership in The Archdiocese of New Orleans, Independent Schools of the Southwest, National Association of Independent Schools, and the Independent Boys’ Schools Coalition. To schedule a private tour of the campus located at 2032 S. Carrollton Avenue, visit stuarthall.org or call 504-861-1954.

HIGH SCHOOL Mount Carmel Academy

The Mount Carmel Academy experience is filled with opportunities for each student to pursue her passions, uncover new talents, grow spiritually, and discover the person God created her to become. Students collaborate with peers, view failures as opportunities for growth, and approach an ever-changing and complex world with an inquisitive mind. Small class sizes (average of fifteen) ensure an interactive and inclusive learning environment. Students are encouraged to expand their interests as they navigate through more than 50 extracurricular activities and become active participants in the community through the school’s service learning program. Graduates depart from Mount Carmel Academy with confidence in themselves and a love for each other. They are well-prepared for college and beyond.

Explore the Mount Carmel Academy campus, meet students and teachers, and learn more at an Open House on October 12 from 3 to 7:30 p.m. RSVP on mcacubs.com.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM Love Swimming Swim School

Enjoy learning to swim at Love Swimming Swim School’s indoor pools on South Front Street. Founded in 2002 to bring education, safety, and passion to the sport of swimming for children in New Orleans, Love Swimming Swim School holds year-round swimming classes for ages six months to adult.

Love Swimming offers lessons tailored to each child’s strengths to build life-saving skills in the pool. Its facilities use heated, indoor pools to create an ideal learning environment for swimmers. Love Swimming believes a child’s comfort is key to accelerating the learning process and development of skills such as swimming.

Swimmers love the Love Swimming Swim School because its instructors make class fun, and parents love the Love Swimming Swim School because its instructors are effective. Sign up for lessons today at loveswimming.com.

Louisiana Children's Museum

Make play a priority. In the business of getting "back to school," it's easy to forget that playtime serves an important role in childhood development. Louisiana Children’s Museum (LCM) encourages learning, exploration, and shared connections through play. Throughout the museum you’ll find tips for encouraging early literacy skills while your child works on math skills in the Follow that Food kitchen and makes new discoveries in the outdoor landscape. Stop by after school or plan a day of play to take part in LCM's daily programming. Become an LCM member to save on a year of unlimited play.

Celebrate your child’s birthday party at LCM. Enjoy a full day of play for up to 45 guests. Your child makes the day awesome; LCM makes it easy and stress free. The museum now offers private after-hours parties to celebrate a birthday "Big Time." To learn more about LCM or plan a day of play, visit lcm.org or call 504-523-1357.

BACK TO SCHOOL SHOPPING

Perlis Clothing

From classes to games to parties, your onestop clothing store is PERLIS in Uptown New Orleans, French Quarter, Mandeville, and Baton Rouge. Complement your activewear, casual, and dress casual wardrobe with the latest selections from top quality labels: Barbour, Bonobos, Duck Head, Johnnie O, Patagonia, Peter Millar, Queen of Sparkles, Smathers & Branson, Sparkle City, Southern Marsh, Southern Tide, Tasc, Vineyard Vines, Vuori, 34 Heritage, and more.

"We are continuously adding to our iconic crawfish logo collection of polos, tees, sun shirts, sport shirts, and other items that are recognizable not only locally but around the country," says David W. Perlis, President. "We constantly seek the best quality clothing and fashion for our customers."

For 84 years, PERLIS has been committed to complete customer satisfaction and unparalleled service including complimentary lifetime alterations. Stop by any PERLIS location, call 800 725-6070, or shop online at perlis.com.

HEALTHCARE RESOURCES

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is devoted to its mission to improve the health and lives of Louisianians. Have your children had a checkup this year? A checkup is a great way to check in on your children’s wellbeing, development, and mental health. It’s also the best way to make sure your children stay up to date on immunizations. Children need routine vaccines at different ages, from infancy through college. Immunization protects them against serious illnesses like measles, polio, and whooping cough. It also lowers the risk of them spreading these diseases to others. And, everyone six months and older should get a flu shot every fall— this gives you the best protection during peak flu season.

Call your children’s healthcare provider and schedule a checkup today—especially if it’s been more than a year since their last one. And, make plans now to get your flu shot. For more information, call 1-800-4952583 or visit bcbsla.com. •

Arts & Culture

Find some time in your schedule to expand your horizons with fine art, performance art, historical deep-dives, and sensational music and dance.

The Historic New Orleans Collection

A free museum, publisher, and research center in the heart of the French Quarter, The Historic New Orleans Collection (THNOC) features permanent and changing exhibitions exploring the history and culture of the Gulf South, a courtyard café, and a nationally heralded gift store at 520 Royal Street.

On view through October 8, 2023, American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith, from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, examines the continuing evolution of America’s experiment in a government “of, by, and for the people.” A THNOC companion exhibition, “Yet She Is Advancing”: New Orleans Women and the Right to Vote, 1878–1970, is on view through November 5, 2023.

Register now for the free public program “Hail to the Chief: New Orleans and the American Presidency,” scheduled for September 14, 2023. The event begins with an archival show and tell at 5 p.m. before esteemed guest scholars Ted Widmer (moderator), Richard Campanella, and C. W. Goodyear explore the historic and geographic connections of New Orleans to the American presidency.

To register or for more information, visit hnoc.org.

The Helis Foundation

Louisiana Contemporary, presented by The Helis Foundation, brings to the fore the work of artists living in Louisiana and highlights the dynamism of art practice throughout the state. This year’s exhibition will be on view at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art now through February 18, 2024. Since the inaugural exhibition twelve years ago, Ogden Museum has shown works by over 500 artists, making Louisiana Contemporary an important moment in the national arts calendar to recognize and experience the spectrum and vitality of artistic voices emanating from New Orleans and in art communities across Louisiana.

This year’s guest juror, Aleesa Pitchamarn Alexander, the Robert M. and Ruth L. Halperin Associate Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Cantor Arts Center at Stanford, has selected 45 works by 31 artists from a total of 790 submissions.

And, thanks to The Helis Foundation’s year-round Art for All initiative, Louisiana residents may enjoy free general admission to several of New Orleans’ favorite cultural institutions on select days during the week, including Ogden Museum of Southern Art. To learn more, visit TheHelisFoundation.org.

New Orleans Opera Association

Fasten your seat belts for a powerful journey through the human experience with New Orleans Opera Association’s (NOOA) 2023-2024 season. From The Marriage of Figaro, a dark comedy surrounding infidelity, to a familial tragedy brought on by police violence in the award-winning production of Blue, a family feud triggered by politics in Lucia di Lammermoor, and a one-night-only concert by New Orleanian and global operatic sensation Lisette Oropesa, this season offers relatable experiences for everyone.

Off the stage, NOOA shares fun and thought-provoking musical experiences across the community through its popular Opera on Tap series and Community Conversations. Upcoming events include Opera on Tap at The Abita Brew Pub (Sept. 23) and The Domino (Sept. 28) and Community Conversations at the New Orleans Opera Guild Home (Oct. 5).

For tickets or additional information about these and other programs, please visit the New Orleans Opera website at neworleansopera.org.

New Orleans Ballet Association

New Orleans Ballet Association’s (NOBA) curation of vibrant, culturallysignificant, captivating and awe-inspiring dance offerings represents the best and brightest of what the dance world has to offer today. NOBA returns for the 2023-2024 season at Mahalia Jackson Theater with a full roster of worldrenowned dance launching on October 21st with the mesmerizing Complexions Contemporary Ballet performing a world premiere NOBA-commissioned work with critically acclaimed jazz artist Chief Adjuah (formerly Christian Scott).

The season continues with a rare performance on January 20, 2024, by Spain’s Compañia Nacional de Danza, returning after a 22-year absence. On March 2, Les Ballets de Monte Carlo performs LAC, a stunning reimagining of the classic ballet masterpiece Swan Lake, marking the only location in the US to see this work. The season concludes on April 20 with Parsons Dance with the Allen Toussaint Orchestra, a gravity-defying, joyous celebration of the music of Allen Toussaint.

Become a subscriber at nobadance.com and save up to 20 percent off the single ticket price. •

Fall Getaways

Plan your travels today and enjoy some fall getaway fun now that the high season of summer travel has passed.

MISSISSIPPI COAST

Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort

Treat yourself to a fall escape this season at Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort with its stunning views, award-winning dining, and dynamic gaming. Stay at Scarlet Pearl's luxurious hotel, voted Best Casino Hotel by Mississippi Gulf Coast’s Observer. With breathtaking design, superior service, and bathrooms that feel more like a spa, Scarlet Pearl has taken the definition of luxury into the clouds. Bringing the family? Fun for all ages abounds at Lava Links Miniature Golf Course, featuring a live, erupting volcano.

Enjoy fresh seafood and perfectly seared steaks at Scarlet's Steaks & Seafood and start your Sunday mornings with a Jazz Brunch featuring live entertainment and bottomless mimosas, or spice it up with a loaded Bloody Mary topped with a fresh lobster tail. Chopstx brings Vietnamese flavors with decadent, housemade Pho, spring rolls, Banh Mi and more, while casual meals like burgers and pizzas hit the spot at Under the Oak Cafe and Ami Pizza.

Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort—your home away from home. Book your next ultimate getaway at ScarletPearlCasino.com or call 888-BOOK-SPC.

ALABAMA COAST

Alabama’s Beaches

There’s nothing like the sounds of waves against the shore and the feeling of sand under your toes. Beyond Alabama’s beaches themselves, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach attractions, restaurants, and events offer the perfect complement to your fall beach getaway. Explore the 32 miles of sugar-white sand beaches in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach and you’ll discover thrilling outdoor adventures, one-of-a-kind attractions, unique shops, and seasonal events. Area restaurants offer delicious coastal cuisine, including freshly caught seafood, delectable desserts, and refreshing coastal cocktails. Many restaurants also offer outdoor dining options and water views.

Whether you’re planning a weekend with girlfriends, a romantic getaway, or a much needed vacation with quieter beaches, you’ll find a variety of lodging options, casual and fine dining, and activities that suit every taste. Start planning your fall adventure to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach and experience the stunning beaches of Alabama's Gulf Coast. From where to eat to where to stay, information and ideas abound at gulfshores.com.

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel

Unlike regular beachfront hotels cluttered together along the coast, The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel is a unique destination on the Alabama Gulf Coast with nature at its doorstep. Located within the beautiful 6,150-acre Gulf State Park, The Lodge at Gulf State Park provides refreshing accommodations with direct beachfront access, four dining options, 40,000 square feet of flexible event space and miles of beach trails with the pristine coastal scenery of this natural wildlife habitat. During your stay, you'll connect with the outdoors on a whole new level. And in doing so, you'll be helping in the hotel’s conservation efforts to restore and maintain the beauty of this truly distinctive property.

Each of the 350 non-smoking guest rooms, including 20 suites, weave comfort and sustainability with a contemporary flair. All rooms bring the outdoors in by providing guests views of either The Gulf of Mexico or Lake Shelby/Gulf State Park. At The Lodge at Gulf State Park, doing nothing is really something. Book your fall getaway today by visiting LodgeatGulfStatePark.com.

NEW ORLEANS

Ace Hotel New Orleans

The Ace Hotel New Orleans and its restaurants, lounges, and music venue— Josephine Estelle, Seaworthy, Alto and Three Keys—offer the best in cuisine, cocktails, and culture for locals and visitors seeking fun during the festive months of fall. From Southern- and Italian-inspired Josephine Estelle to seafood-centric Seaworthy and Alto, Ace’s rooftop poolside hangout, relaxing with good company and great ambiance over an unforgettable meal is a must.

Ace Hotel New Orleans offers cheat codes and charm spells that’ll unlock the fun. From celebrating Pride and helping The Trevor Project, to wedding weekend discounts, breakfast credits, poolside feasts, and weekday deals, find your perfect way to vacay or stay-cay at acehotel.com/new-orleans/offers. These offers highlight the best of Ace Hotel New Orleans, from its communityforward initiatives to world-class food and drink at topnotch restaurants and happening spots to hang.

Plan your fall weekends and book your dinner or room reservations at acehotel.com/new-orleans. •

Home Design & Repair

Feeling ready to undertake that home project you’ve had on your to-do list? Whether you’re looking to spruce up your landscaping or decor, tackle a repair, or get your pests under control, the following local professionals may be able to help turn your vision into reality. Perhaps you’re ready for something altogether new and looking to downsize or size up—local real estate agents can help you make the perfect move. Whether by relocation or renovation, get creative with the home of your dreams.

DESIGN & DECOR

Exterior Designs by Beverly Katz

“Where do I start?” is the most common question Beverly hears when meeting a potential client for the first time. Planning and executing a detailed landscape can be an overwhelming feat for many homeowners. Combine that with problem areas such as poor drainage, limited space, or budgetary concerns, and most homeowners feel exhausted before they even start. If you’re wondering where to begin with your landscape transformation, look no further.

Exterior Designs by Beverly Katz is a boutique landscape design, build, and maintenance firm servicing New Orleans and its surrounding areas. As “The Original New Orleans Courtyard Designer,” Beverly specializes in historic preservation and estate management. Her team excels in building unique and artisan landscapes for clients who appreciate master craftsmanship. Allow Beverly and her team of experts to create your dream courtyard or outdoor living space while working in phases to accommodate your project’s budget.

For a consultation of your property, call 504-866-0276. For design inspiration and additional landscaping tips, visit exteriordesignsbev.com.

Gulf Coast Lanterns

Located just a short drive from New Orleans, Gulf Coast Lanterns offers a vast selection of over 3,000 models of gas, electric and electric faux flame copper lanterns with over 150 models on display in their Downtown Covington showroom. Customers see firsthand the high quality of these lanterns— many of unique design—while receiving expert, in-person guidance from knowledgeable professionals.

Homeowners, builders, designers, architects, and developers enjoy the welcome advantage of fast, two-to-five-day delivery times when selecting copper lanterns for their homes or projects. Fast shipping and competitive pricing are both good reasons to make the drive across the lake. All customers can expect to receive the same gracious customer service regardless of project size.

Take the quick drive across the lake to Gulf Coast Lanterns, 401 North Columbia Street in Covington, or skip the drive and view Gulf Coast Lanterns’

products online at gulfcoastlanterns.com. Gulf Coast Lanterns offers fast, free shipping and the most competitive prices on the market. Call 800-910-3275 for showroom hours or to make an appointment.

PEST CONTROL

J&J Exterminating

With energy bills at an all-time high, J&J Exterminating offers a progressive, EPAapproved, “TAP” (Total Acoustical Pest) control insulation. TAP, a permanent pest solution, also helps save money on energy costs up to 30 percent. TAP is infused with boric acid that will kill insects, including Formosan termites. It is the only pest control product with an Energy Star Rating.

“If your attic insulation is damaged in wet or hurricane weather, it will need to be replaced to rid your home of any health risks. Upgrading your existing insulation also adds value to your home.”

For new-construction attic insulation, consider a type that is energyefficient and repels bugs. TAP insulation—loose-fill insulation made of cellulose and recycled newspaper—is affordable, soundproof, energy-efficient and fire retardant.

With an over 60-year history, J&J Exterminating is the largest, statewide exterminating company with three generations of “Louisiana Strong” ownership and management. Request a free estimate and learn more at jjext. com or by calling 504-833-6305.

REAL ESTATE

FQR Realtors: Michael Wilkinson

With 40 years of experience in real estate and 45 years living in the French Quarter, Realtor Michael Wilkinson is the obvious choice if you’re looking for a home in the historic heart of New Orleans. Co-owner of FQR Realtors, specializing in both residential and commercial properties, Michael knows the French Quarter like the back of his hand, but he also has experience buying and selling across all neighborhoods of New Orleans. Michael’s expertise, combined with his special focus on historical properties, makes him a goto resource for property owners looking to relocate or to invest. Michael’s accolades include two Top Sales Awards from the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors.

On a personal level, Michael is highly involved in the local arts community, serving as Vice President of Prospect New Orleans and on the Board of the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. He is a father of two and an avid collector of contemporary art. To discuss or view Michael’s current real estate listings, visit Michael-Wilkinson.fqr.com or call 504-491-0484. •

BECOMING FRIDA KAHLO

Tuesdays, September 19October 3 at 8pm

Explore the life of celebrated artist Frida Kahlo in a three-part docuseries.

PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS

Watch all WYES programs on WYES-TV and stream on wyes.org/live and on the free WYES and PBS Apps

SUNDAY NIGHTS IN SEPTEMBER ON WYES ARE FULL OF DRAMA & MYSTERY!

Beginning on Sunday, September 3rd…

MIMOSAS & MASTERPIECE Screening featuring "World on Fire, Season 2” Saturday, October 7 at 10:30am at WYES

MY ASCENSION

Tuesday, September 12 at 10pm; Wednesday, September 13 at 5pm; Monday, September 25 at 10pm Emma Benoit, a Prairieville, Louisiana native, and a popular varsity cheerleader with a supportive family and lots of friends, attempted suicide the summer before her senior year in high school. Her attempt resulted in a spinal cord injury that left her paralyzed but helped her find faith and purpose; and propelled her on a mission to use her painful experience and miraculous recovery to help others. This is her story. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. If you or someone you know needs help, dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

WYES PRESENTS MORGUS MADNESS

Special in-person event Saturday, October 28 at 7pm at WYES

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Gala Co-Chairs & Sponsor Executives (l-r): Juli Miller Hart; Will & Catherine Hales; Vincent Giardina & Lisa Romano, President & Vice President respectively of the Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust; David Briggs & Mark Romig and Junior Committee Chair Mary Beth Benjamin Auction Co-Chairs: Amanda and Douglas Higginbotham

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Bid on jewelry, art, staycations, vacations, sporting events, home goodies, dining experiences, family fun and more.

New items added daily. Register, browse and bid at wyes.org from Friday, September 8 through Thursday, September 14 at 10pm when the boards close.

WEEKDAYS ON

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

INFORMED SOURCES

7:30pm

LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE’RE IN

8pm

WASHINGTON WEEK WITH THE ATLANTIC

8:30pm

WALL $TREET WRAP-UP WITH ANDRÉ LABORDE

9pm

IRMA: MY LIFE IN MUSIC

11pm

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS “Adrian Quesada: Boleros Psicodelicos”

3 SUNDAY

9am

MASTERPIECE “All Creatures Great and Small, Season2” (Part 1-7/7) Watch all seven episodes of Season

2. The season kicks off as James and Helen test the waters of their relationship. Tristan dives into his vet practice a bit too confidently. Originally aired in 2022.

6pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S POIROT, SEASON

3 “The Plymouth Express” (Pt. 3/10)

10:30am

PINKALICIOUS & PETERRIFIC

The animated preschool series inspires children to explore the arts and express themselves creatively. Based on the best-selling picture books by Victoria Kann, the series brings music, dance, theatre and visual arts to life through the adventures of Pinkalicious, her brother Peter, and their many friends. Together, they find creative opportunities and imaginative solutions to problems.

10pm

ONE VOICE: THE SONGS WE SHARE “American Roots” features Mauricio Martinez, Amber Merritt, Jacqueline Schwab and Asako Tamura with Luke Frazier and The American Pops Orchestra.

11pm

STEPPIN’ OUT

11:30pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

2 SATURDAY

7pm

PROFESSOR T, SEASON 2 “Ring of Fire” (Pt. 1/6) Professor T and the police race to find a sadistic arsonist before they strike again.

5am ARTHUR 5:30am

ODD SQUAD

6am MOLLY OF DENALI

6:30am

ALMA’S WAY

7am

WILD KRATTS

7:30am

CURIOUS GEORGE

8am

DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD

8:30am

ROSIE’S RULES

9am

SESAME STREET

9:30am

WORK IT OUT WOMBATS!

10am

DONKEY HODIE

10:30am

PINKALICIOUS & PETERRIFIC

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ELINOR

WONDERS WHY

11:30am

NATURE CAT

NOON HERO ELEMENTARY

12:30pm

XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET

MUSEUM

1pm

DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD

1:30pm

ARTHUR

11am

MASTERPIECE “All Creatures Great and Small (Part 1-7/7) Revisit all seven episodes of Season 1. Meet James Herriot as he interviews for a job with harried Yorkshire veterinarian Siegfried Farnon. His first day is full of surprises. Originally aired in 2021.

8pm

FINDING YOUR ROOTS “War Stories”

9pm

BASEBALL “Our Game” (Pt. 1/9) In New York City, in the 1840s, people need a diversion from the “railroad pace” at which they work and live. They find it in a game of questionable origins. Directed by Ken Burns.

8pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 5” (Pt. 1/6) DCI Jessica James’ first day in her new job is marred by an unforeseen and devastating event involving her family life. There are baffling questions that need answering and Jess will need to be at the top of her game. Pictured: DCI Jess James (Sinéad Keenan) & DI Sunny Khan (Sanjeev Bhaskar) Photo Credit: Mainstreet Productions

9pm

MASTERPIECE “Van der Valk, Season 3” ‘Freedom in Amsterdam, Part One’ (Pt. 1/6) For Piet Van der Valk, it’s a new day and a new dawn as he welcomes two new Sergeants to the team, the hotshot but impulsive Eddie Suleman and the technical whiz Citra Li.

10pm

OUR HOUSE (Pt. 1/4) When Fi Lawson arrives home to find strangers moving into her house, she is plunged into terror and confusion. Discovering that her husband, Bram, has disappeared, Fi’s panic rises as she realizes the secrets and lies have only just begun. Starring Tuppence Middleton, Martin Compston, Rupert Penry-Jones.

BINGE WATCH

SEASON PREMIERE

11pm

LUNA AND SOPHIE “The Suicide Tree” (Pt. 5/10) In German with English subtitles.

4 MONDAY

9am

MASTERPIECE “All Creatures Great and Small, Season 3” (Part 1-7/7) Watch all seven episodes of Season 3. Transport yourself to the Yorkshire Dales once again with James, Siegfried Farnon, Tristan Farnon, Helen Alderson, Mrs. Hall and more. This season begins in spring 1939 as James and Helen prepare to walk down the aisle. Originally aired in 2023.

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage Tucson” (Hour 2/3)

8pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage Orlando” (Hour 1/3)

9pm

MORE NEW ORLEANS THAT WAS highlights the 1987 visit of Pope John Paul II, looks back at the stars who performed at the Blue Room and includes memories of early television, such as the “Midday” show.

10pm

POV “While We Watched”

11:30pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

5 TUESDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

FINDING YOUR ROOTS “Hidden Kin”

Davis, Jewel and Michael Crawford. Get your chance to see the group live on December 13 at the Smoothie King Center. Photo Credit: Alan Dockery. For details on this special ticket offer when you becomeva WYES member, visit wyes.org/donate.

9pm

FRONTLINE “Two Strikes/Tutwiler”

10pm

THE ADDICT’S WAKE Following a rash of overdose deaths, a community finds hope.

11pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

6 WEDNESDAY

6pm PBS NEWSHOUR

7 THURSDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

STEPPIN’ OUT

7:30pm

BRITISH ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

8pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE “A Murder is Announced” (Pt. 4/4)

9:30pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S POIROT, SEASON 3 “Wasps’ Nest” (Pt. 4/10)

10:30pm CALL THE MIDWIFE, SEASON 9

(Pt. 6/8) Disappointed by the Poplar Horticultural Show’s cancelation, Fred attempts to reinstate it. The Turners receive an alarming phone call about their daughter.

11:30pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

8 FRIDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

AMERICA OUTDOORS WITH BARATUNDE

THURSTON, SEASON 2 “Suwannee: Wild River” (Pt. 1/6) In a brand new season the best-selling writer, podcaster and comedian Baratunde Thurston travels across the U.S. to uncover more amazing stories about how we work, play and interact with the outdoors. Along his journey he meets a fascinating cast of Americans with one thing in common: a passion for the great outdoors. Photo Credit: Part2 Pictures/Twin Cities PBS

8pm

NOVA “Saving Venice”

9pm

EVOLUTION EARTH “Earth” (Pt. 1/5) Traveling to the far corners of the world, discover the extraordinary ways animals are adapting to our rapidly changing planet. Witness nature’s remarkable resilience as our perception of evolution and its potential is transformed.

10pm

8pm

TRANS SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA: GHOSTS OF CHRISTMAS EVE The holidays will be here before you know it. Celebrate early with Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s allegorical rock opera, featuring Ossie

CITY OF SPIRITS: RELIGIOUS CELEBRATION IN NEW ORLEANS

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

7pm

INFORMED SOURCES

7:30pm

LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE’RE IN

8pm

WASHINGTON WEEK WITH THE ATLANTIC

8:30pm

WALL $TREET WRAP-UP WITH ANDRÉ LABORDE

9pm

AMERICAN MASTERS “Bella! This Woman’s Place is in the House” Follow the meteoric rise of firebrand politician and activist Bella Abzug. Considered one of the first feminists to be elected to Congress, her commitment to women’s rights and progressive causes upended the status quo in Washington. Join Barbra Streisand, Nancy Pelosi,

10am

THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH'S LEGACY

WYES celebrates Leah Chase, the “Queen of Creole Cuisine,” in a 26-part national cooking series featuring members of the legendary chef’s family. Recipes featured in episodes this month include: Stuffed Bell Peppers, Backed Macaroni, Breakfast Shrimp, Veal in Red Gravy, Poached Redfish and Calas.

Pictured: the late Leah Chase and grandson Dook

10:30am

CHEF PAUL PRUDHOMME'S ALWAYS COOKING

11am

LIDIA’S KITCHEN

11:30am

Gloria Steinem, Hillary Clinton, Marlo Thomas, Shirley MacLaine and more as they reflect Abzug’s legacy. Photo Credit: Bernard Gotfryd. Copyright: Public Domain/Library of Congress

11pm

STEPPIN’ OUT

11:30pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

9 SATURDAY

5pm

THE FRENCH QUARTER THAT WAS

6pm

THE LAWRENCE WELK SHOW “Salute to Kathy Lennon”

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Hotel Del Coronado” (Hour 3/3)

8pm

TRANS SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA: GHOSTS OF CHRISTMAS EVE Enjoy musical performances by singers Jewel, Michael Crawford and the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. TICKET OFFER AT WYES.ORG/DONATE

9pm

BASEBALL “Something Like A War” (Pt. 2/9)

8pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 5” (Pt. 2/6) The team works to identify the body found in the chimney flue as forensics reveal the cause of death.

9pm

MASTERPIECE “Van der Valk, Season 3” ‘Freedom in Amsterdam, Part Two’ (Pt. 2/6)

10pm

OUR HOUSE (Pt. 2/4) Fi is left reeling by Bram’s apparent involvement in the house sale.

11pm

LUNA AND SOPHIE “The Curse of the Good Deed” (Pt. 6/10) In German with English subtitles.

11 MONDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage Orlando” (Hour 2/3)

6:30am ALMA’S WAY

7am

J SCHWANKE'S LIFE IN BLOOM

7:30am AMERICAN WOODSHOP 8am THIS OLD HOUSE 8:30am ASK THIS OLD HOUSE

9am KITCHEN QUEENS: NEW ORLEANS

9:30am

KEVIN BELTON’S COOKIN’ LOUISIANA

10am

THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH’S LEGACY

AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK’S ILLUSTRATED

NOON COOK’S COUNTRY

12:30pm

CHRISTOPHER

KIMBALL'S MILK STREET TELEVISION

1pm

GREAT CHEFS OF NEW ORLEANS

1:30pm

WINE FIRST 2pm

SARA'S WEEKNIGHT MEALS

2:30pm

STEVEN

RAICHLEN'S PLANET BARBECUE

11pm

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS “Jon Batiste”

The New Orleans bandleader and composer, a Grammy and Oscarwinning musician, delivers a highenergy tour-de-force backed by an 18-piece band, performing highlights from his soulful album We Are Photo Credit: Scott Newton

10 SUNDAY 6pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S POIROT, SEASON 3 “Wasps’ Nest” (Pt. 4/10)

7pm

PROFESSOR T, SEASON 2 “The Mask Murders” (Pt. 2/6)

8pm

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE “The Busing Battleground” On September 12, 1974, police were stationed outside Boston schools as Black and white students were bused for the first time between neighborhoods. Using eyewitness accounts, oral histories and rare news footage, the film pulls back the curtain on the volatile effort to end school segregation, detailing the decades-long struggle for educational equity that preceded the crisis. Photo Credit: Associated Press

10pm

DR. NORMAN C. FRANCIS: A LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP

11pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

12 TUESDAY 6pm PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

FINDING YOUR ROOTS “Secret

8pm

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE “The Harvest”

Explore what happened when a small Mississippi town integrated its public schools in 1970.

10pm

JEWISH NEW ORLEANS

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

14 THURSDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

HIGHLIGHT

10pm

MY ASCENSION Emma Benoit, a Prairieville, Louisiana native, became extremely passionate about suicide prevention after surviving a suicide attempt in 2017, the summer before her senior year in high school. At the time, she was a popular varsity cheerleader with a supportive family and lots of friends, but on the inside, she was filled with depression and anxiety, and had never told a soul about it. Her attempt resulted in a spinal cord injury that left her paralyzed but helped her find faith and purpose; and propelled her on a mission to use her painful experience and miraculous recovery to help others. This is her story.

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

13 WEDNESDAY

5pm

MY ASCENSION

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

AMERICA OUTDOORS WITH BARATUNDE THURSTON, SEASON 2 “Arkansas: Hidden Gems” (Pt. 2/6) Baratunde heads south to find out why this hidden gem has stayed hidden for so long, and how its outdoor culture is changing.

8pm NOVA “Rebuilding

Notre Dame”

9pm EVOLUTION EARTH “Islands” (Pt. 2/5) Journey from the Galapagos to the edge of Antarctica to seek out animals responding to our changing planet in extraordinary ways.

7pm

STEPPIN’ OUT Host and producer Peggy Scott Laborde welcomes regular guests Poppy Tooker, Alan Smason, plus new roundtable visitors every week to discuss New Orleans restaurants, arts and entertainment. Never miss an episode. Watch every episode on WYES’ YouTube channel. Pictured: Host Peggy Scott Laborde with Alfred Richard, Poppy Tooker and Alan Smason.

7:30pm

BRITISH ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

8pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE, SEASON 2 “Sleeping Murder” (Pt. 1/4)

9:30pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S POIROT, SEASON 3

“The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor” (Pt. 5/10) Poirot is drawn into a case where a man is found dead on the grounds of his estate, apparently frightened to death by the spirits that haunt it.

10:30pm

CALL THE MIDWIFE, SEASON 9 (Pt. 7/8)

11:30pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

15 FRIDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

INFORMED SOURCES

7:30pm

LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE’RE IN

8pm

WASHINGTON WEEK WITH THE ATLANTIC

8:30pm

WALL $TREET WRAP-UP WITH ANDRÉ LABORDE

9pm

AMERICAN MASTERS “Jerry Brown: Disrupter” Experience the political and personal journey of Jerry Brown, the longest serving governor in California history. First elected at 36 years old and again at 72.

11pm

STEPPIN’ OUT

11:30pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

16 SATURDAY

5pm

NEW ORLEANS JAZZ FUNERALS: FROM THE INSIDE

6pm THE LAWRENCE WELK SHOW “Music, Music, Music”

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Churchill Downs Racetrack” (Hour 1/3)

8pm FINDING YOUR ROOTS “Secret Lives”

9pm BASEBALL “The Faith of 50 Million People” (Pt. 3/9)

11pm

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS “The Very Best of John Prine” Songs include “Paradise,” “Sam Stone” and “Angel From Montgomery” with special guest Bonnie Raitt.

17 SUNDAY

6pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S POIROT, SEASON 3 “The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor” (Pt. 5/10)

7pm

PROFESSOR T, SEASON 2 “The Family”

(Pt. 3/6) Professor T is asked to decipher a macabre puzzle when a doctor and her family are found dead in a grisly tableau on their living room sofa, each

SUNDAYS ON

having died by different means—but in what order and at whose hands?

Photo Credit: Sofie Gheysens/Eagle Eye Drama

8pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 5” (Pt. 3/6)

19

7pm

FINDING YOUR ROOTS “Far From Home”

11:30am

THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH’S LEGACY

Love the new cooking series? Then be sure to purchase a revised edition of the 1990 cookbook by Leah Chase. The series’ companion cookbook includes all recipes from the series, plus more family favorites — totaling 252 recipes. All cookbooks are signed by Chef Dook Chase. Purchase yours today for $33.95 at dookychase.wyes.org.

5am MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD

5:30am ARTHUR

6am MOLLY OF DENALI

6:30am ALMA’S WAY 7am WILD KRATTS

7:30am CURIOUS GEORGE

8am WALL $TREET WRAP-UP WITH ANDRÉ LABORDE

8:30am

LOUISIANA THE STATE WE’RE IN

9am

FIRING LINE WITH MARGARET HOOVER

9:30am INFORMED SOURCES

10am VARIOUS PROGRAMMING

11am KEVIN BELTON’S COOKIN’ LOUISIANA

11:30am

THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH’S LEGACY

NOON ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

1pm

RICK STEVES' EUROPE

1:30pm WILD RIVERS

9pm

MASTERPIECE “Van der Valk, Season 3” ‘Redemption in Amsterdam: Part One’ (Pt. 3/6) The murder of a museum employee links back to a case Van der Valk worked on early in his career. Photo Credit: Company Pictures, NL Films & A3MI

10pm

OUR HOUSE (Pt. 3/4)

11pm

LUNA AND SOPHIE “Ballroom Killing” (Pt. 7/10) In German with English subtitles.

18 MONDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage Spokane” (Hour 1-2/3)

9pm

NEW ORLEANS JAZZ FUNERALS FROM THE INSIDE Explores the unique tradition of New Orleans jazz funerals with archival footage and commentary explaining how jazz funerals and second lines evolved. Produced by David M. Jones.

Narrated by Milton Batiste of Dejan’s Olympia Brass Band.

10pm

POV “Bulls and Saints” Set between the rodeo arenas of North Carolina and the spellbinding Mexican town they yearn for, Bulls and Saints is a love story about reverse migration, rebellion, and redemption.

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

HIGHLIGHT

8pm

BECOMING FRIDA KAHLO "The Making and Breaking” (Pt. 1/3) explores the major events of Kahlo’s life, both personal and political, from her lifelong health problems to her complicated relationship with artist Diego Rivera, whom she married not once but twice. Throughout her life Kahlo used her artwork as way to process her own emotions, producing what are now some of the most valuable and most widely reproduced paintings of the twentieth century. Today her iconic self-portraits attract auction prices in the tens of millions of dollars.

Photo: Frida Kahlo, pictured in 1926. Photo Credit: Guillermo Kahlo Cristina Kahlo

9pm

INDEPENDENT LENS “Sansón and Me”

10:30pm

POV SHORTS “This Sacred Place” A segment centers on New Orleans' Baby Doll Mardi Gras masking tradition: a group of self-liberated Black women who created an alternative social space where they are encouraged to be free.

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

20 WEDNESDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

AMERICA OUTDOORS WITH BARATUNDE

THURSTON, SEASON 2 “New Mexico: Timeless” (Pt. 3/6) From turkey hunting to river rafting on the Rio Grande and ancient pueblos built in alignment with the stars, Baratunde explores how the area’s deep history still shapes the outdoor culture, even as people there are reimagining their outdoor lives.

8pm

NOVA “London Super Tunnel”

9pm

EVOLUTION EARTH “Heat”

(Pt. 3/5) Travel to the hottest and driest places to see animals go to extraordinary lengths to survive. And no, it’s not New Orleans.

10pm

FRENCH QUARTER THAT WAS Pete Fountain, Dr. John and more reminisce about entertainment in the French Quarter in the 50s.

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

21 THURSDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm

STEPPIN’ OUT

7:30pm

BRITISH ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

8pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE, SEASON 2

“The Moving Finger” (Pt. 2/4)

9:30pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S POIROT, SEASON 3

“The Double Clue” (Pt. 6/10)

10:30pm

CALL THE MIDWIFE, SEASON 9 (Pt. 8/8)

11:30pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

22 FRIDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

7pm INFORMED SOURCES

7:30pm

LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE’RE IN

8pm

WASHINGTON WEEK WITH THE ATLANTIC

8:30pm

WALL $TREET WRAP-UP WITH ANDRÉ LABORDE looks at the past week’s market and brings local and national investment professionals to you. Have a question for André? Email andre@benacapital.com.

9pm

AMERICAN MASTERS “Floyd Abrams: Speaking Freely” Follow the 50-year career of preeminent First Amendment attorney Floyd Abrams. See how his landmark cases, from the Pentagon Papers to Citizens United, helped define free speech as it is known today.

10:30pm STEPPIN’ OUT

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AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

23 SATURDAY

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NEW ORLEANS THAT WAS Forty years ago this weekend, Pontchartrain Beach closed. Revisit memories of the amusement park and other bygone spots in this vintage WYES documentary.

6pm

THE LAWRENCE WELK SHOW “California”

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ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage Birmingham”

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FINDING YOUR ROOTS “Far From Home”

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BASEBALL “A National Heirloom” (Pt. 4/9)

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AUSTIN CITY LIMITS “Olivia Rodrigo/ Phoebe Bridgers”

24 SUNDAY

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AGATHA CHRISTIE’S POIROT, SEASON 3 “The Double Clue” (Pt. 6/10)

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PROFESSOR T, SEASON 2 “DNA of Murderer” (Pt. 4/6) An artisan baker is found dead. Is it a case of revenge or is the killer closer to home?

8pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 5” (Pt. 4/6) Sunny and Jess’ suspect list grows, and a mother and son are put under the microscope.

9pm

MASTERPIECE “Van der Valk, Season

3” ‘Redemption in Amsterdam: Part Two’ (Pt. 4/6) Under a new name and identity, has the suspect from Van der Valk’s past started killing again?

FINALE

10pm

OUR HOUSE (Pt. 4/4) Fi finally discovers the truth behind the house sale and confronts those responsible. Meanwhile, Bram, on the run, must come to terms with his own actions.

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LUNA AND SOPHIE “Robin Hoods” (Pt. 8/10) In German with English subtitles.

25 MONDAY

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PBS NEWSHOUR

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ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage Louisville 2021” (Hour 1-2/3)

9pm

JEWISH NEW ORLEANS

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MY ASCENSION A suicide attempt paralyzed 16-year-old varsity cheerleader Emma Benoit of Prairieville, Louisiana. But it propelled her on a mission to use her painful experience to

help others find hope and stay alive. If you or someone you know needs help, call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.

11pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

26 TUESDAY

6pm

PBS NEWSHOUR

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FINDING YOUR ROOTS “Rising from the Ashes”

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NOVA “Operation Lighthouse Rescue”

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EVOLUTION EARTH “Ice” (Pt. 4/5) Examine polar bears in the Arctic, penguins in Antarctica and other animals wandering on icy islands.

10pm

DR. NORMAN C. FRANCIS: A LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP In honor of National HBCU Week, this WYES documentary profiles the legendary former president of the nation's only historically Black Catholic university, Xavier University of Louisiana.

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

28 THURSDAY

6pm PBS NEWSHOUR

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INFORMED SOURCES Now in its 39th year, the weekly series hosted by Marcia Kavanaugh and produced by Errol Laborde, gives an in-depth look into the important news of metro New Orleans and Louisiana. Repeats Sunday mornings at 9:30am.

7:30pm

LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE’RE IN

8pm

WASHINGTON WEEK WITH THE ATLANTIC

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WALL $TREET WRAP-UP WITH ANDRÉ LABORDE

9pm

36TH ANNUAL HISPANIC HERITAGE AWARDS

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BECOMING FRIDA KAHLO "Love and Loss” (Pt. 2/3) Follow Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera’s journey to America as they achieve celebrity, and Frida experiences tragic losses with the death of her mother and a miscarriage, inspiring her to create some of her most powerful and iconic paintings. Photo: Wedding portrait of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, August 21, 1929 Photo Credit: Victor Reyes

9pm

FRONTLINE “Putin Vs. The Press”

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FRONTLINE “Putin’s Way”

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

27 WEDNESDAY

7pm

AMERICA OUTDOORS WITH BARATUNDE

THURSTON, SEASON 2 “Oregon: New Heights” (Pt. 4/6) Baratunde embraces forest bathing, goes spearfishing to discover underwater kelp forests, rides along with cowboys on the cutting edge of sustainable ranching and rollerblades through Portland.

7pm

LOUISIANA GOVERNOR’S DEBATE 2023

The major candidates for Louisiana governor discuss the issues, in this live debate produced by LPB and the Council for a Better Louisiana.

8pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE, SEASON 2

“By the Pricking of my Thumb” (Pt. 3/4)

9:30pm

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S POIROT, SEASON 3

“The Mystery of the Spanish Chest” (Pt. 7/10)

10:30pm

CALL THE MIDWIFE, SEASON 10 (Pt. 1/8) It’s 1966, and it’s a testing time for the midwives. But there’s excitement, too, as the women’s rights movement intensifies. With Trixie’s help, Sister Julienne is determined to steer Nonnatus House out of its financial quandary.

11:30pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

29 FRIDAY

AMERICAN MASTERS “A Song for Cesar” See interviews with Maya Angelou, Joan Baez, Carlos Santana and more, see how music and the arts were instrumental to the success of the social movement Chavez helped found, which mobilized thousands of farmworkers across the U.S.

11:30pm

LOUISIANA GOVERNOR’S DEBATE 2023

30 SATURDAY

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CITY OF SPIRITS: RELIGIOUS CELEBRATIONS IN NEW ORLEANS

6pm THE LAWRENCE WELK SHOW “Tribute to Disney”

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage San Francisco”

8pm

FINDING YOUR ROOTS “Rising from the Ashes”

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BASEBALL “Shadow Ball” (Pt. 5/9)

11:30pm

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS “Brandi Carlile”

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The Peristyle’s Dance of Time

Oscar Wilde, the Irish playwright, poet and a bit of a rogue gave the world many quotes including several on the topic of beauty. Among those was this simple, but oh so true. statement: “What is beautiful is a joy for all seasons.”

That statement was quite likely among many repeated one evening in 1982 when a group of artistic types spread a table beneath the canopy of

City Park’s elegant Peristyle. They had gathered to celebrate the centennial of Wilde’s 1882 visit to New Orleans.

We know about the event because of the book “Historic New Orleans City Park” written by historians Sally and Bill Reeves who introduced the event accordingly:

“A gathering of artists restored the grand days of yore in the Peristyle…Far into the night they exchanged toasts, led by New Orleans’ preeminent, painter and musician, George Schmidt.

When the guests finally retired, the sun’s oblique rays danced on the still lagoon.”

Completed in 1906, the Peristyle (defined as a row of columns surrounding a space) was intended to be a place, according to the Reeves, where “finely dressed ladies and gentlemen could dance to the strains of romantic night music. The Peristyle preserved an open-air effect allowing dancers to be seen and the music heard and provided a framed view of the moon’s effect on lagoon waters.

“Strategically placed in the center of what was then the entire park, the building appeared like a Greek apparition in a wooden thicket.”

• By itself the building was striking. Drama was added by four handsome, but stern, lions created by artist Pedro Ghiloni whose studio was at 415 Dauphine Street. He had a calling card that described himself as a “sculptor and marble cutter.” His jungle cats guarded the building from the edge of the lagoon.

Dancing was a popular past time in the park’s early days. One group, William J. Braun and his First Naval Battalion band was among several ensembles to perform concerts. He also played for the Rex organization and organized the American Life Insurance Band.

A park was a passive place for picnics; tables were rented as a source of revenue. The greens also provided an escape for simply staying cool beneath the spread of golden rain trees or admiring the flora. For the more adventurous, the ducks were always grateful for breadcrumbs tossed their way, unless a passing goose interfered. The park was blessed with groves of magnificent oaks, some so old they might have provided shade for Choctaws exploring the bayou.

Time, television, air conditioning and other modern wonders lessened the demand for dances, but the Peristyle still stands there modestly displaying its own elegance.

It is used these days for parties, reunions, and, still, well dressed ladies especially for weddings. In 1956 NBC’s Today show originated from the Peristyle during a week spent in New Orleans. Host Dave Garroway was given a gavel made from a City Park green ash tree.

Then too there have been the celebratory events such as the Oscar Wilde centennial celebration. Wilde could be eloquent, but not necessarily always right. Consider his comment about beauty and sunsets: “Nobody of any real culture ever talks nowadays about the beauty of a sunset. Sunsets are quite old fashioned. To admire them is a distinct sign of provincialism of temperament…”

But sometimes what is old fashioned can still appeal to modern tastes. There are two great evenings for which crowds gather at the Peristyle each year as though it is a sacred temple:

• There is the symphony concert. In 2009 the park implemented a master plan that included relocating the tennis courts that were across the street from the Peristyle and creating a Central Park style “Great Lawn.” Most days the lawn is used for sunning and ball-playing, but each year on an evening in April the lawn is packed by park goers carrying folding chairs and ice chests who gather to hear the Louisiana Philharmonic perform from their stage on the Peristyle.

• And then on July 3rd, a similarly provisioned crowd gathers to hear the local Marine Corps band’s Fourth of July concert.

Both groups are extraordinary, but the Marine Corps Band always has the advantage of ending with John Philip Sousa’s “Stars and Stripes Forever” and with that comes the requisite starlight extravaganza. Oscar Wilde had that right: A beautiful sight is indeed a joy for all seasons. For strobe--like moments, the silhouettes of the peristyle and the surrounding palms and moss-draped oaks shimmy to the night sky.