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Thanks. Again. On behalf of the entire Banner family, I would like to thank you for choosing Banner Ford as the Northshore’s Best Automotive Dealership for 2014. We are very proud to have received this honor once again and pledge to you, our customers, to work hard to live up to the standard of excellence that you’ve come to expect from Banner Ford. Come visit us today and find out why the Banner Way, is a Better Way!
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With an open voting process, anyone interested in the program can vote for any locally-owned business. Once someone is registered online, he or she has the flexibility to vote in one category, in a select few, or in all 189. And of course, the process is 100 percent objective. Advertising in Sophisticated Woman is not a prerequisite to winning. This year, we had thousands of people register to vote in the Northshore’s Best—a testament to our loyal readers and their passion for the companies they love. Congratulations to our 2014 winners and a special thanks to all of you who’ve helped make the program a success over the last decade.
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today. The area had yet to be impacted by the population boom in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. Highway 190 was a two-lane road through the heart of Mandeville, Madisonville was still considered “the country,” and anyone who would have suggested an exit on Fremaux Ave. would have been laughed out of town. In order to meet the population explosion over the last decade, subdivisions have been built, schools have opened and virtually every type of business has been introduced into the area. There is perhaps no better gauge of the growth in the business community than our Northshore’s Best awards. As part of Sophisticated Woman Magazine’s 20th anniversary in 2005, then-editor Francie Unger and publisher Joanne Gallinghouse created The Northshore’s Best to recognize and honor local businesses. As the only Northshore readers’ choice program, what started with 93 categories has since expanded into 189. Today, as part of the magazine’s 30th anniversary, we are pleased to present our 10th—and largest edition—of The Northshore’s Best in this 32-page, stand-alone guide. Throughout the years, our goal has been to give our readers a voice—to identify those businesses that excel in delivering products and services to our community. As a reflection of the growth and diversity of the Northshore, categories now include Indoor Recreation Facilities, Concierge Services, Acting Schools and CrossFit. I’m not even sure that CrossFit was an exercise program ten years ago! There have been many long-time businesses that continue to impress our readers with their commitment to excellence. In fact, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Acquistapace’s Covington Supermarket, Saia’s Super Meat Market, Coffee Rani and Broken Egg Café have been perennial winners in their respective specialties. Other categories have fierce rivalries, with two or three businesses taking turns capturing top honors every few years. Recently, some companies have even employed competitive “get out the vote” efforts to win the coveted Northshore’s Best title. Almost everywhere you go throughout the area—from doctors’ offices to car washes—if a business has received The Northshore’s Best recognition in the past, you are going to know it. They proudly display The Northshore’s Best logo in plaques and certificates, marketing materials and signage.
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Restaurants Overall
Gallagher’s Grill
Atmosphere
Del Porto
Bakery
Nonna Randazzo’s Italian Bakery
Bang for the Buck
The Chimes
Barbecue
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit (Covington)
Breakfast
Broken Egg Café
Burger
Times Grill
Café
Coffee Rani
Chinese
Trey Yuen
Local Coffee Shop
Abita Roasting Company
French
La Provence
Frozen Yogurt Pinkberry Greek/Lebanese
Alabasha
Hole in the Wall
Hook’d Up Bar and Grill
Ice Cream
Bop’s Frozen Custard
Italian
Sal and Judy’s
Mexican
La Carreta (Mandeville)
Most Romantic
Del Porto
New
Ox Lot 9
Outdoor
The Beach House
Pizza
Mellow Mushroom
Po-Boy
Bears (Covington)
Power Lunch
N’Tini’s Steak and Martinis
Salads
Coffee Rani
Seafood
Crabby Shack
Service Dakota Smoothies
Live Fit Smoothies
Snowball
Just Chillin’
Steak
Keith Young’s Steakhouse
Sunday Brunch
Broken Egg Café
Sushi
Megumi (Mandeville)
Tea
English Tea Room
Thai
Thai Spice
Vietnamese
Northshore Empress
Wine List (Restaurant) Dakota 8 thenorthshoresbest.com | April 2015
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OX LOT 9 IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTHERN HOTEL 428 EAST BOSTON STREET • COVINGTON 985-400-5663 • OXLOT9.COM
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Best Burger
Best Breakfast & Best Sunday Brunch
Best Tea
Times Grill
Broken Egg Café
English Tea Room
1896 N. Causeway Blvd. | Mandeville 985-626-1161 1827 Front Street | Slidell 985-639-3335
200 Girod Street Mandeville, LA 985-231-7125 Find us on Facebook
734 E. Rutland St. | Covington 985-898-3988 englishtearoom.com
Best Hole in the Wall
Best Frozen Yogurt
Best Mexican & Best Margarita
Hook’d Up Bar and Grill
Pinkberry
La Carreta (Mandeville)
100 Marina Del Ray Drive Madisonville | 985-845-8119 hookdupbarandgrill.com
3460 Highway 190 | Mandeville 985-612-7306 pinkberry.com
1200 W. Causeway Approach Mandeville I 985-624-2990 lacarretamandeville.com
Best Smoothie
Best Restaurant Overall
Best Atmosphere & Most Romantic
Live Fit Smoothies
Gallagher’s Grill
Del Porto
3925 Highway 59 | Mandeville 985-630-1157 LiveFitSmoothies.com
509 South Tyler St. | Covington 985-892-9992 | gallaghersgrill.com
501 E. Boston Street | Covington 985-875-1006 delportoristorante.com
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Nightlife Bar Overall
Columbia Street Tap Room
Bar Food
Columbia Street Tap Room
Bartender
Scott Stierwalt (Ox Lot 9)
Beer Selection
The Chimes
Daiquiri
Daiquiris and Creams
Girls Night Out
Painting with a Twist
Happy Hour
N’Tini’s Steak and Martinis
Live Music Venue
Columbia Street Rock-N-Blues Café
Margarita
La Carreta (Mandeville)
Martini
N’Tini’s Steak and Martinis
Place to go Dancing
Columbia Street Tap Room
Sports Bar
The Chimes
Wine Bar
Winos and Tacos
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Best Girls Night Out
N’tini’s Steak & Martinis
2121 N. Causeway Blvd. | Mandeville 985-626-6272 paintingwithatwist.com/mandeville
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Painting with a Twist
People Kelly Kivico, ACA
OB/GYN
Vicki Steen, MD, FACOG
Local Artist
Elizabeth Impastato
Oncologist
Jack E. Saux III, MD
Attorney
Jessica L. Karr
Optometrist
Katie Kimble Wonch, OD
Local Author
Erica Spindler
Oral Surgeon
Craig J. Brandner, DDS
Cardiologist
Farhad X. Aduli, MD, FACC
Orthodontist
William R. Ledoux, DDS
Chef/ Restaurant
Jeffrey Hansell/Ox Lot 9
Orthopedist
Reese Plauche, MD
Chiropractor
Jeff Miller, DC
Pediatrician
Joshua LeBlanc, MD, FAAP
Cosmetic Surgeon
Michele Cooper, MD
Personal Trainer
CPA
Patrick Gros, CPA
Tristan Martin (Stone Creek Club and Spa)
Dermatologist
Emily Grieshaber, MD
Dentist
Herb Flood, DDS
Fertility Physician
Peter Y. Lu, MD
Financial Advisor
Paul Snow
Insurance Agent
C.J. Ladner
Internist
David D. Tran, MD
Hair Colorist
Christina Foster (Paris Parker)
Americano Sour
Makeup Artist
Natalie Cogan (About Face)
Hair Stylist
RECIPE BY SCOTT STEIRWALT OF OX LOT 9
DURING THOSE sweltering gulf summers, it is important to pace yourself when imbibing. For this reason, I’m a huge proponent of low-proof cocktails. This recipe is an example of something I might whip up for a guest during peak heat. Dolin Blanc is available at Acquistapace’s, just ask Adam to point you towards the vermouth section. Cappelletti is harder to find. Aperol or Campari are fine substitutes, but be mindful of your bitter levels. Aperol is sweeter and Campari is more bitter.
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Acupuncturist
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Jerry Braswell/Braswell Drugs Phlebologist
Randall S. Juleff, MD
Physical Therapist
Matt Slimming, PT
Physician
Vern Palmisano, MD
Psychologist
Michelle Boze, Psy.D.
Psychiatrist
Gordon Blundell, MD
Local Radio Personality Charles Dowdy Real Estate Agent
Felicity Kahn (Mauti Meredith Scoggin)
Don Paul Leblanc (Paris Parker)
Spiritual Leader
Massage Therapist
Cerenna Timphony (Franco’s O Spa)
Pastor Steve Robinson (Church of the King)
Teacher/School
Greg Homer (Christ Episcopal)
Mediator
Mark Myers
Tutor
Neurologist
Rex Houser, MD
Ann Barré (Huntington Learning Center)
Nurse Practitioner
Pamela Egan, FNP
Veterinarian
Bob Hancock, DVM, MS, DACVS
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker. Twist orange peels into shaker and drop. Add ice and shake. Double strain into chilled cocktail glass. Forget the garnish and drink up! Cheers!
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Americano Sour 1.5 oz Dolin Blanc Vermouth 1.5 oz Cappelletti Aperitivo .75 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice .5 oz simple syrup (1:1 ratio sugar:water) 2 orange peels (1” x 2” each) 1 dash of Angostura bitters
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Best Financial Advisor
Best Mediator
Best OB/GYN
Paul Snow Snow Financial Group
Mark A. Myers
Vicki L. Steen, MD, FACOG Women’s Health & Wellness
389 HWY. 21 | Suite 402-B Madisonville | 985-792-5232 paulsnow.com
Resolutions by Mark A. Myers, P.L.C. Offices in Slidell, Mandeville and New Orleans | 985-768-9015 resolutionsadr.com
Best Optometrist
Best Photographer
Best Chiropractor
Katie Kimble Wonch, OD Infinite Vision
Heidi Bowers Heidi Bowers Photography
Dr. Jeff Miller
3601 Hwy. 190 East | Mandeville 985-892-1228 | getinfinitevision.com
509 East Boston St. | Covington 985-892-0244 | heidibowers.com
3441 East Causeway Approach Suite D | Mandeville | 985-626-0999 mandevillechiropractor.com
Best Internist
Best Acupuncturist
Best Fertility Physician
David D. Tran, MD
Kelly Kiviko, ACA The Healing Point, LLC
Peter Y. Lu, MD
141 N. New Hampshire Street Covington | 985-796-2154 kellykivikioacupuncture.com
800 North Causeway Blvd. Suite 2 C | Mandeville 1-800-433-9009 | FertilityInstitute.com
121 Lakeview Circle | Suite A Covington | 985-400-LIVE (5483) dtheals.com
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77 Starbrush Circle | Covington 985-893-0995
Integrated Spine & Disc
The Fertility Institute
Love Your Pet! The Northshore’s Best has a few categories representing our pets and how to care for them. Here are some things you can do to show your pet some love! Walk your pet along the Mandeville Lakefront or nearby dog park. They love the exercise and the socialization! A healthy pet is a happy pet. Make sure they receive regular check ups from the veterinarian, like The Northshore’s Best winner, Dr. Bob Hancock of South Paws. Speaking of health, feeding your pet a proper diet, as recommended by your vet, is a great way to show them how much you love them. Regularly bathe, groom and pay attention to their needs. Spend time with them! If you have to leave town without your furry friends, ensure that they are well-cared for by sending them to a recommended pet boarder like Camp Bow Wow.
The Northshore’s Best Phlebologist
The only board certified Phlebologist, vein doctor, on the Northshore.
Dr. Randall S. Juleff is triple board certified in Phlebology, General Surgery and Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery with over 20 years of experience. Over that period of time, he has treated hundreds of patients with venous disorders in addition to caring for patients with a wide range of cardiac, thoracic and vascular diseases. This allowed for experience that has, over the years, developed his mandate of precise patient evaluation followed by caring and skillful treatment. His current Covington practice resounds with these attitudes where patient care comes first and patient satisfaction is a must. Dr. Juleff’s goal is to provide patients with safe, leading edge, minimally invasive vein and aesthetic care in a comfortable non-hospital setting.
Dr. Emily Grieshaber Specializing in diseases of the Skin, Skin Surgery & Skin Cancer Voted 2014 Northshore’s Best Dermatologist
Medical Dermatology Cosmetic Dermatology
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• Skin Resurfacing • Skin Renewal • Scar Treatment • Stretch Mark Treatment • Leg Veins • Laser Hair Removal
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Best Cosmetic Surgeon
Best Physician
Best Insurance Agent
Michele Cooper, MD
Vern Palmisano, MD Ochsner Health Center
C. J. Ladner
1000 Ochsner Blvd. Covington | 985-875-2828 Ochsner.org
1972 N. Hwy 190 | Covington 985-892-5030 cjladner.com
Best Makeup Artist
Best Orthodontist
Best Attorney
Natalie Cogan (About Face)
William R. Ledoux, DDS
Jessica L. Karr
3441 E. Causeway Appr. | Suite M Mandeville | 985-727-1887 aboutfaceco.com
260 Dalwill Drive | Mandeville 985-674-1500
Attorney At Law
Best Pediatrician
Best Real Estate Agent
Best Oral Surgeon
Joshua LeBlanc, MD, FAAP LeBlanc Pediatrics
Felicity Kahn Mauti Meredith Scoggin Properties
Craig Brandner, DDS
1100 N. Causeway Blvd. | Suite 104 Mandeville | 985-674-2227 leblancpediatrics.com
1131 N. Causeway Blvd. | Mandeville 985-867-8670 | felicitykahn.com
1090 West Causeway Approach Mandeville | 985-626-6163 michelecoopermd.com
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State Farm
200 N. Columbia St. | Covington 985-892-2350
220 Dalwill Drive | Suite 102 Mandeville | 985-624-4411 2364 E. Gause Blvd. | Slidell 985-847-0104 | slidelloralsurgery.com
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DR. KATIE KIMBLE WONCH has been practicing optometry in Louisiana for over 10 years. Her family eye care practice, Infinite Vision, is committed to improving vision for infants, toddlers and school-age children as well as adults and seniors. Dr. Katie specializes in vision development and vision therapy, which involve treatment of vision problems that interfere with reading and learning. As a developmental optometrist, Dr. Katie is able to give insights that can often open the door to treatment when nothing else will. A new addition to Infinite Vision, retinal imaging technology, allows Dr. Katie to see the patient’s retina without the use of dilating drops. Patients are able to view the images with the doctor and can leave the office without the side effects of blurred vision and light sensitive eyes. Dr. Katie provides diagnoses and treatment C for many vision-related learning problems as well as significant vision problems, often M without the need for surgery. She can also Y fit patients with multifocal contact lenses, CM designed for those experiencing blurry vision MY both up close and far away. In keeping with the latest research on vision CY development, Dr. Katie has been able to sucCMY cessfully decrease the rate of myopia proK gression in many of her patients. She is also an annual featured lecturer at LSU Health Sciences Center, along with several other regional hospitals. Dr. Katie’s office is located at 3601 Hwy. 190 in Mandeville, next to Starbucks. For more information, call 985-892-1228, or visit getinfinitevision.com.
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LOCATIONS
20 Starbrush Circle Covington, LA 985.871.6020
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Shopping Activewear
Massey’s Professional Outfitters
Frames Gordon’s
Produce Rouses
Antiques
Clayton House Marketplace
Fresh Seafood
Mandeville Seafood
Men’s Clothing
Perlis
Baby Store
Baby’s Corner
Furniture
American Factory Direct
Shoes
Joe’s Family Shoe Store
Bargain Shopping
Style Encore
Hardware Store
Ace Hardware (Mandeville)
Specialty Foods
Oil and Vinegar
Bikes
The Spokesman
Health Food
The Nutrition Company
Sporting Goods
Massey’s Professional Outfitters
Bookstore
Bayou Booksellers
Home Décor (Tie)
Sunglasses
Sunglass Hut Mandeville
Bridal Shop
Southern Bridal
The French Mix and Niche Modern Home
Convenience Store
Blue Harbor Pointe
Jewelry (Fashion)
Turkoyz
Car Dealership
Banner Ford
Jewelry (Fine)
Boudreaux’s Fine Jewelers
Children’s Clothing
Fashions for Kids
King Cake
Nonna Randazzo’s Italian Bakery
Garden Center
Garden Spot of Mandeville
Lingerie Store
Bra Genie
Gifts (Tie)
All Wrapped Up and Das Schulerhaus
Meat
Saia’s Super Meat Market
Medical Supplies
Northlake Medical Supply
Fabric
Fabrics Second to None
Pharmacy
Braswell Drugs
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Supermarket Rouses T-shirts
Fleurty Girl
Teen Store
Paisley
T’ween Store
Blossom Girl
Wine Store
Acquistapace’s Covington Supermarket
Women’s Clothing
Columbia Street Mercantile
Best Local Baby Store
Joe’s Family Shoe Store
Baby’s Corner
1814 N. Causeway Blvd. | Suite 4 Mandeville | 985-626-5633 joesfamilyshoes.com
70448 Highway 21 | Covington 985-892-5300 thebabyscorner.com
Best Bargain Shopping
Style Encore 4244 Highway 22 I Suite 3 Mandeville I 985-674-7776 style-encoremandeville.com
Best Local Lingerie Shop
Best Place to Buy Meat
Bra Genie
Saia’s Super Meat Market
2881 Hwy. 190 | Mandeville 985-951-8638 bragenie.com
2225 Florida St. | Mandeville 985-626-9724
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Best Home Décor
Best Local Children’s Clothing
Best Home Décor
Niche Modern Home
Fashions For Kids
The French Mix
1901 Hwy. 190 | Suite 3 Mandeville | 985-624-4045
Children’s Clothiers
1868 N. Causeway Blvd. Mandeville, LA | (985) 626-4848 fashionsforkids.net
228 Lee Lane | Covington 985-809-3152 shopthefrenchmix.com
Best Gifts
All Wrapped Up 800 Asbury Drive | Mandeville 985-778-2041
Best Fresh Seafood
Best Florist
Best Teen Store
Mandeville Seafood
Ambiance Flowers
Paisley
2020 Highway 59 | Mandeville 985-624-8552 mandevilleseafoodmarket.com
1731 N. Causeway Blvd. | Mandeville 985-674-4100 ambianceflowersforalloccasions.com
2180 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 10 | Mandeville | 985-727-7880 facebook.com/paisley-boutique
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4550 Louisiana 22 | Mandeville | 985-626-1666 | BoudreauxsJewelers.com
6111 Pinnacle Pkwy., Covington 985.809.1693 • Louisiana.oilandvinegarusa.com
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Mandeville Baton Rouge Long Beach (985) 871-0300 - Mon– Sat 10am – 8pm Sun 1–5pm - www.afd-furniture.com
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Services Acting School
Creating U
Car Wash
Blue Harbor Pointe
Child Care
Planet Kids Academy
Catering
Chris Folse, Carpool Caterer
Children’s Haircut
Stadium Cuts
Cleaning Service
Tidy Heidi
Concierge Service Omega Cooking School/Classes Culinary Kids Dance Studio
Northlake Academy of Dance
Day Spa
Stone Creek Club and Spa
Elementary School (Private)
Christ Episcopal School
Elementary School (Public)
Madisonville Elementary
Financial Institution
Whitney Bank
Florist
Ambiance Flowers
Hair Removal
Wax’d
Hair Salon
Paris Parker Salon
High School (Private) Saint Paul’s School High School (Public)
Mandeville High School
Home Health
St. Tammany Parish Hospital Home Health
Home Repair/Service
American Do All
Hospice
St. Tammany Hospital Hospice
Hospital
St. Tammany Parish Hospital
Kids’ Party Venue
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Best Kids’ Party Venue & Cooking School
Best Wedding Venue
Best Printer/Copier Service
Culinary Kids
The Southern Hotel
Speedway Printing
428 E. Boston Street | Covington 844-866-1907 | southernhotel.com
2575 N. Causeway Blvd. Mandeville | 985-626-0032 speedwayprinting.net
Best Elementary School (Private)
Best Mechanic Shop
3441 East Causeway Approach Suite G | Mandeville | 985-727-5553 culinarykidsns.com
Best High School (Private)
Saint Paul’s School
Christ Episcopal School
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Best Mani-Pedi Spa
Best Caterering
Best Hair Removal
LA Nails
Chris Folse, Carpool Caterer
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Best Teacher
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Tire World Car Care Center
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Landscape Services
Smoketree Landscaping
Mani-Pedi Spa
LA Nails
Mechanic Shop
Tire World Car Care Center
Mortgage Lender
CrossCountry Mortgage
Music School
Northlake Academy of Music
Pet Boarding Camp Bow Wow Photographer
Heidi Bowers
Printer/Copier Service Speedway Printing Real Estate Company Keller Williams Senior Living Facility
The Trace
Tanning Salon
Private Beach
Urgent Care Facility
Tchefuncta Urgent Care
Wedding Venue
The Southern Hotel
INDEPENDENT LIVING • ASSISTED LIVING • MEMORY C ARE • REST & RESPITE
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Outdoor Living that Northshore residents are bit spoiled when it comes to fun family outings. Here are some outdoor activities you can participate in year-round!
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Playgrounds like the Kids Konnection on Koop Drive in Mandeville are a great way to get your kids out of the house and into the great outdoors.
Practice your backhand on a public court, or check out the beautiful facilities at The Northshore’s Best winner, Stone Creek!
BIKE TRAILS
Spend time outdoors and beautify your yard at the same time! Get some help from Northshore’s Best winners, the Garden Spot or
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The Northshore is home to many wonderful fishing spots, including the newly built St. Tammany Fishing Pier in Slidell.
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In summer months, you can see people boating, sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding and participating in a plethora of water activities.
Our mild weather is perfect for golf at courses like the Northshore’s Best winner, Beau Chêne.
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Sports & Leisure Barre Studio
Pure Barre
Bed and Breakfast
Annadele’s Plantation
Camping Spot
Fontainebleau State Park
CrossFit Studio
CrossFit Mandeville
Fitness Studio
Fit Camp Training Studios
Golf Course
Beau Chêne
Health Club
Stone Creek Club and Spa
Indoor Recreation Facility
Playmakers Indoor Sports
Kickboxing
9Round Fitness and Kickboxing
Kids Summer Camp
Franco’s
Pilates
Pilates Bodies
Place to Run
The Mandeville Lakefront
Public Park Kids
Connection Koop Drive
Swim Club
Franco’s Fins
Tennis Courts
Stone Creek Club and Spa
Tourist Attraction
Global Wildlife
Yoga
Just Breathe
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Best CrossFit Studio
Best Pilates
Best Yoga
CrossFit Mandeville
Pilates Bodies
Just Breathe Yoga
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Best Fitness Studio
Best Barre Studio
Best Indoor Recreation Facility
FITCAMP Training Studios
Pure Barre Mandeville
Playmakers Indoor Sports
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Best Health Club Fourth year
Best Day Spa
the Spa at Stone Creek — Fifth year in-a-row
Non-members are welcome!
Best Tennis Courts Fifth year in-a-row
Best Personal Trainer Tristan Martin
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Arts & Entertainment
Best Local Band
Four Unplugged Ricky Windhorst
Art Gallery
Impastato Art Gallery
Local Band
Four Unplugged
Charity Event
Chef Soirée
Parade
Mystic Krewe of Olympia
Local Radio Station
The Lake 94.7
Small Town Festival
Madisonville Wooden Boat Festival
Local Theater Group
Playmakers, Inc
985-789-7069 fourunplugged.com
Best Local Artist/Art Gallery
Impastato Gallery & Art Therapy Elizabeth Impastato
7039 Hwy. 190 | Covington, LA (985) 778-5338 ImpastatoGallery.com
Thank you for voting us Northshore’s
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Pamela Egan, Northshore’s Best Nurse Practitioner - 2 Years in a Row
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Call about “Aesthetic Friday Specials”! Come meet our new Aesthetician, Nicole Carline.
THE MED SPA
Egan Wellness Clinic
1116 West 21st Avenue Covington, LA 70433
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