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Geaux Tigers! Do you have your tickets to the LSU season opener versus FSU in the Allstate Louisiana Kickoff? Andrew Alexander previews the Tigers under new Coach Brian Kelly in what should be an exciting season. If Death Valley is more your scene than the Caesars Superdome, then Robert Witkowski’s piece on Tiger Stadium is for you. Or if you can’t make it to the game in person, check out Frances Deese’s profile of some of the best sports bars in town. This issue also has great content for food lovers, including Celeste Turner’s article on a wellness MIND diet and Burke Bischoff’s look at local restaurants in which to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. As the anniversaries for Katrina and Ida approach, be sure to have a plan in case of an evacuation, but pray that it will be a quiet hurricane season. –Josh Danzig, Publisher Dugas Bradshaw, LaMancusa, Bischoff,
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OFFENSE: QUARTERBACK BATTLE
The question on every Tiger fan’s mind this offseason: Who will be LSU’s starting quarterback for the season opener? After sixth-year senior Myles Brennan announced he was stepping away from football in mid-August, Kelly and new offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock’s quarterback room has become a little less crowded heading into their first season, with Arizona State transfer Jayden Daniels, redshirt freshman Garrett Nussmeier, and the five-star recruit Walker Howard vying for the job of QB1. It’s effectively now a twoman race because Howard is likely to redshirt, but the possible quarterback depth is something LSU hasn’t had the luxury of in quite some time. Daniels was a three-year starter at Arizona State, known as a dynamic playmaker, fitting the mold of a dual-threat quarterback. As a freshman in 2019, Daniels threw for over 2,900 yards and 17 touchdowns with just two interceptions, to go along with 355 rushing yards and three touchdowns. His sophomore season was cut short in 2020, as the Sun Devils played only four games. Last season, Daniels completed over 65% of his passes, the highest clip of his career, throwing for over 2,300 yards and 10 touchdowns. On the flip side, he also threw for 10 interceptions. Tasked with shouldering a greater offensive burden, Daniels also ran for 710 yards as a junior and six touchdowns—both career highs. Seemingly a wildcard to win the starting job all By Andrew Alexander
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What a difference three years makes. In August of 2019, LSU had yet to embark on one of the greatest seasons in college football history, going 15-0 en route to a national championship under Coach Ed Orgeron. Flash forward three years, and Orgeron’s been fired after LSU compiled a dismal 11-12 record over the past two seasons. Brian Kelly.
The former Notre Dame head coach arrives in Baton Rouge with an impressive résumé. Kelly’s 284 victories as a head coach are the most by any active FBS coach (even more than Alabama’s Nick Saban), his 113 victories at Notre Dame were the most in program history, and he’s only had two teams finish below .500 during 31 years of coaching. Kelly also led the Fighting Irish to the 2012 BCS national title game and reached the College Football Playoff in 2018 and 2020. Not too shabby. Although Kelly inherits somewhat of a rebuild, at least by LSU standards, the roster is still oozing with what drew Kelly to Baton Rouge—potential. Kelly’s been a winner at every stop in his coaching career, and LSU will be no different. His inaugural season coaching in the Southeastern Conference is about laying the foundation for the Tigers to return to prominence, sustaining excellence for what Tiger fans hope is years to come.
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8 LSU Preview | Where Y'at Magazine spring, Nussmeier is in a great position to either take the reins as LSU’s quarterback or at least see the field with Brennan out of the equation. Tiger fans were treated to glimpses of Nussmeier last season—he’s commonly referred to as a gunslinger quarterback with questionable decision making. In his four appearances in 2021, Nussmeier completed 50% of his passes for 329 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions, playing a hefty portion of the Arkansas game when he replaced quarterback Max Johnson after two series. There has been lots of positive chatter about the second-year player this offseason (even before Brennan left), and now it wouldn’t be surprising to see him win the job. Regardless of who starts against Florida State in the opener, it’d be shocking if LSU only uses one quarterback this season. Whoever the quarterback is will have an excellent supporting cast of receivers to throw to this season. Junior Kayshon Boutte returns after a midseason ankle injury derailed his 2021 season and is poised for a huge year. Boutte is joined by senior Jaray Jenkins, a steady, dependable option and a quartet of talented sophomores in Jack Bech, Malik Nabers, Brian Thomas Jr., and Chris Hilton. Former five-star recruit John Emery is set to lead the running backs. Emery’s career in Baton Rouge has been largely disappointing to date, and he missed the entire 2021 season because of academic issues. His ceiling is high, and the change in regime might be what he needs to reach his potential. Emery will be joined in the backfield by Penn State transfer Noah Cain and sophomore Armoni Goodwin. The only holdover from the previous coaching staff is offensive line coach Brad Davis. The unit showed promise in the latter part of the 2021 season, and, this year, Davis is tasked with assembling the most robust line possible with returning players, prized transfers, and one very highly touted freshman in Will Campbell. Davis’ ability to produce a stout line could be the difference in LSU’s offense elevating from rebuilding to sneaky-dangerous. Quarterback is the main question mark, but this upcoming iteration of the LSU offense has the potential to be surprisingly special.
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PREDICTION If LSU only had to worry about its starters, they’d be an upper-echelon SEC team, but that’s not how college football works. Kelly’s building a new culture, and laying the foundation could be rocky in year one. Depth is a concern as the team gets further into the SEC grind. The Tigers will win some games no one expects, but they likely will also suffer a couple of unexpected losses. Either way, the #BKTakeover begins this September. Given his predecessors’ success, there are lofty expectations to live up to, but I wouldn’t be shocked if Kelly exceeds them all. Let’s compare notes in 2031.
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DEFENSE: BUSINESS IN THE FRONT, UNCERTAINTY IN THE BACK As of now, LSU’s 2022 defense resembles the mullet haircut. It’s all business in the front seven, but the back of the unit is a bit unpredictable. Edge rushers Ali Gaye and BJ Ojulari spearhead a potent LSU defensive line that may be one of the strongest in the SEC this year. Ojulari is dripping with first-round draft-pick potential and had seven sacks and 11.5 tackles for loss last year. The interior line features sophomore rising star Maason Smith, as well as redshirt sophomores Jaquelin Roy and Jacobian Guillory. Toss in freshman AllSEC transfer Mekhi Wingo from Missouri, and the Tigers have a fearsome mix up front. The linebacking corps features senior Micah Baskerville, Mike Jones Jr, sophomore Greg Penn, and, former five-star recruit, freshman Harold Perkins. The latter was one of the crown jewels of Brian Kelly’s first recruiting classes and should make an immediate impact. The secondary is the unpredictable portion of LSU’s defensive mullet. The Tigers’ stud cornerback tandem of Derek Stingley and Elias Ricks are gone. Kelly hit the transfer portal to acquire several pieces to bolster the secondary. How they gel and how fast is another question.
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Jarrick Bernard-Converse was an All-Big 12 corner at Oklahoma State. Greg Brooks Jr was a three-year starter at Arkansas. Sevyn Banks has the makings of a top talent, but injury concerns at Ohio State had him looking for a new start. That’s a lot of “what ifs” at Thankfully,cornerback.LSU returns both safeties in Jay Ward and Major Burns. Joe Foucha, another Arkansas transfer, joins a unit this season that also features talented youngsters like Matthew Langlois, Derrick Davis, Jordan Toles, and former five-star recruit, Sage Ryan. It’s a wait and see approach for the LSU defense. There is talent, but is there chemistry?
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PREDICTION Was last season a fluke? That is what Fritz and his team have to answer heading into this season. An improved defense, veteran quarterback, and cutting down costly mistakes in toss-up games will go a long way in helping Tulane reach a bowl game once again and even surprise some opponents along the way.
Year six of the Willie Fritz era was a tough one in New Orleans…
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Many thought that junior quarterback Michael Pratt was going to make the leap last season after a very promising 2020 campaign as a freshman. The results weren’t bad, but they weren’t as expected either. Pratt finished the 2021 season with a completion percentage bump of just 2.5% higher than the previous year. Plus, he only had a little over 500 more passing yards, one more passing touchdown, the same number of interceptions, and diminished rushing stats in his sophomore season.
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By Andrew Alexander yards and nine touchdowns last season. Spears will be joined by returning back, Cameron Carroll, who racked up over 500 yards and three touchdowns last season, and transfer, Ashaad Clayton, who returns to his hometown after spending his two seasons at Colorado. An experienced, more cohesive offensive line is key to Tulane’s offensive success this year. The Green Wave return three full-time starters up front, but they must make drastic strides from 2021, when the unit ranked 97th nationally in sacks allowed per game and averaged the fewest rushing yards of the Fritz era.
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The team was displaced to Birmingham, Alabama following Hurricane Ida. After a thrilling, near upset at Oklahoma to start the season, the Green Wave mustered just two wins in 2021, falling to 2-10—a major disappointment. Last season was supposed to be the turning point for Fritz’s program, but, instead, it became an unmistakable blemish. Thankfully, Oklahoma and Ole Miss aren’t on the non-conference schedule this season, which helps in the projected-wins department. The Green Wave have 16 offensive players with starting experience returning, and the defense’s four top tacklers, as well, while bolstering the roster with several new faces via the transfer portal. Does that translate to recapturing the magic Fritz conjured up to help Tulane reach three straight bowl games? That remains to be seen, but the hope is that Tulane can bounce back to the upward trajectory Fritz was building towards in prior seasons.
Fortunately, for second-year defensive coordinator, Chris Hampton, he returns his top four tacklers from last season. Linebackers Nick Anderson and Dorian Williams return to anchor the Green Wave defense. The duo combined for 129 tackles last season, with Anderson recording 9.5 tackles for loss and four sacks. They’re joined by outside linebacker Darius Hodges, a fearsome pass rusher who led the Tulane defense with 16.5 tackles for loss and five sacks. Senior Kevin Henry, the team’s fourth leading tackler (52) last year, rounds out this potentially formidable unit. That core of defenders will be tasked with igniting an oftendormant defense from last season. Sophomore cornerback Jadon Canady looks to build on a solid freshman campaign, where he recorded 55 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, and two interceptions. Senior safety Macon Clark returns after leading the defense in tackles (73) and interceptions (4), in addition to his five tackles for loss. Lance Robinson at cornerback and Larry Brooks and Duke transfer, Lummie Young, at safety are also names to keep an eye on in the Green WaveTulanesecondary.lostdefensive lineman Jeffery Johnson in the transfer portal and will be leaning on incoming transfers Patrick Jenkins and Adonis Friloux to lead along the line. Defensive talent does exist on the Tulane roster, but Hampton needs to make major improvements in his second year to avoid the defensive calamities of last season.
The arrival of first year offensive coordinator Jim Svoboda should help turn things around. During his 11 seasons as head coach of Central Missouri, his team broke 108 school offensive records and 21 Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association offensive records. Pratt didn’t have much time or help in 2021 to elevate his game, but with this season’s receiving corps, that could be different. Although no Green Wave receiver amassed even 400 receiving yards last season, new position coach, John McMenamin, could prove key. McMenamin reunites with senior Shae Wyatt, the top returning Green Wave receiver, whom he coached at Central Missouri in 2018 and 2019. At his former school, Wyatt caught 107 passes for over 2,200 yards and 15 touchdowns. Wyatt had a team-high 33 receptions last season to go along with 376 yards and three touchdowns. He’s joined by Duece Watts, who snagged 21 passes for 331 yards and three touchdowns last season, and Jha’Quan Jackson, who was an electric playmaker two years ago but struggled with a disappointing 2021 campaign. After closing out the season with an impressive 264-yard game against Memphis, running back Tyjae Spears looks to carry the late season momentum into a prosperous junior season. Coming off a torn ACL from 2020, Spears led the Green Wave with 863
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10 By Robert Witkowski Things You Didn’t Know about LSU Tiger Football For Louisiana State University Tigers football fans, ‘tis the most wonderful time of the year. And like all magical seasons, the faithful fans delight in relating tales both legendary and miraculous. Here are ten tall tales that may be ready for prime time… Things You Didn’t Know about LSU Tiger Football
Are Tiger Stadium day games more popular than the night games?
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2. THERE HAVE BEEN EARTHQUAKES IN TIGER STADIUM DURING GAMES. While there have been two reported seismic events at Tigers stadiums, they do not seem to be a result of forces of nature. LSU’s geosciences department recorded an “earthquake” during the Garth Brooks concert at Tiger Stadium on April 30, 2022 while he sang “Callin’ Baton Rouge.” The 1993 song has become an unofficial anthem at LSU games, so it was little surprise that over 102,000 fans’ cheering literally shook the stadium. According to Baton Rouge ABC affiliate WBRZ, it was “only the second time in 33 years a seismograph picked up shaking from the stadium. The other time was at the end of the LSU-Auburn football game in 1988.”Thisgame against the number 4 Auburn Tigers, known as “the Earthquake Game,” is when the LSU Tigers upset their rival with a fourth-down touchdown pass by Tommy Hodson late in the fourth quarter to secure a 7-6 win. The fan frenzy registered on a LSU seismograph and is preserved by the Louisiana Geological Society.
5. TIGER STADIUM IS SOMETIMES REFERRED TO AS DEAF VALLEY. Well, yes and no. Games at Tiger Stadium became known as Deaf Valley because the enthusiastic fanfare was so loud it can be deafening. Former WGNO sports director laughed and said, “Visiting teams hated it because they couldn’t even hear themselves, and sometimes even [the] plays [that were] called.” In 2013, the NCAA ranked Tiger Stadium as the loudest stadium in college football. However, legend has it the Death Valley name belonged to Clemson Tigers, supposedly because the college cemetery once overlooked the field before their upper decks were constructed. As the story goes, in the 1959 Sugar Bowl against Clemson, LSU beat Clemson 7-0 to win the national title and the
Where Y'at Magazine nickname. The Death Valley moniker has never wavered since. “[Tiger Stadium] was like the Colosseum in Rome.” said Georgia Tech’s former coach, the late Coach Bobby Dodd about LSU’s stadium, “and we were the Christians.”
Louisiana State Capitol building sits on LSU's original field.
In the process, they increased stadium seating capacity to 22,000. Huey’s brother, Governor Earl Long, campaigned to “close the horseshoe” by increasing dormitories, which also resulted in an additional 30,000-seat expansion. During renovations throughout the campus in 1984, Tiger Stadium became a temporary housing gain. Over 500 windows and scattered signage serves as a reminder to us of the “House (or is it Valley?) that students built.” While largely uninhabitable now, it’s easy to imagine what price they might command as instadium condos these days.
4. LSU PLAYS MORE DAY GAMES BECAUSE TIGERS STATISTICALLY PLAY BETTER. Actually, LSU prefers night games in Tiger Stadium.“Tiger Stadium is well known nationally for having among the best game day atmospheres in college football,” according to primidi.com The cynical view is LSU seems to be struggling against televised games played in the afternoons having higher ratings, versus a stronger winning record for their team (and players).Inhis book The Mystique of Tiger Stadium: 25 Greatest Games: The Ascension of LSU Football, Chet Hilburn intimates, “The Tigers are apt to win more games at night in Tiger Stadium, but the university takes in much more revenue for a day game televised because the Southeastern Conference contract with the network is so lucrative.”
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3. TIGER STADIUM IS THE BIGGEST STADIUM IN FOOTBALL. Close but no cigar. Tiger Stadium seats 102,321, making it the third largest stadium in the Southeastern Conference (SEC), sixth largest stadium in the NCAA, and the eighth largest stadium in the world. The Tigers played home games at State Field, on LSU’s old downtown Baton Rouge campus, until 1924, at which point a new stadium was built on-campus at a cost of $1,816,210.58 (2022 value, $35.5 million), with an opening day capacity of 12,000. Another 10,000 seats were added to the grandstands in 1931. In 1936, the capacity more than doubled, creating the horseshoe seating with 24,000 seats in the north end zone. It completed the circular configuration into a bowl in 1953, and added an upper deck in 1978. Renovations and expansions have brought the stadium to its current capacity.
10. “YOU ARE NOW ENTERING LOUISIANA. SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK FOUR SECONDS” IS HOW LSU TAUNTS OLE MISS FANS WITH A WELCOME SIGN AT THE MISSISSIPPI BORDER. This is a well-worn legend that is stubbornly persistent, regardless of proof. The sign would have been a backhand greeting to University of Mississippi fans as a result of the 1972 game. With four seconds on the clock, LSU seemed to blow a perfect season to Ole Miss with an incomplete pass, but, by all accounts, the clock had stopped when the team reached the line of scrimmage. With one second left, the Tigers threw a touchdown to tie the game, followed by a kick for the extra point to win 17-16. If the “4 Seconds” sign exists, it’s purported to be posted at the state line near Lacombe. “I want to be honest, I don’t know if that sign actually existed at the Louisiana/Mississippi border,” Poseur of andthevalleyshook.com says. “I’ve heard about it my entire life, and you can find references to the sign online, even on the Wikipedia page of the LSU/Ole Miss rivalry, but I can’t find a photo of it nor a contemporary news story.” Indeed, the odds of a Kodak or Polaroid instamatic photograph of a road sign, taken while driving speeds over 35 mph in 1972, much less keeping it all these decades later and uploading it on the web to be discovered at press time, is remote bordering on unlikely. Blogger Rougarou4lsu on tigerdroppings. com insists that the welcome was simply a “banner hung on the state of Mississippi sign that greeted Tiger fans attending the 1973 LSU Ole Miss game in Jackson." To add insult to injury, LSU won that matchup with a decisive 51-14 victory.
Student dormitories below the stands in Tiger Stadium
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…or is it Deaf Valley? LSU's "Garthquake"
9. TIGER STADIUM GOAL POSTS CAME DOWN FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 1997. In a nationally televised battle, America watched LSU upset number 1-ranked Florida, and the bedlam that followed. Excited Tiger fans swarmed the field in Tiger Stadium as both goal posts came crashing down. “After the game, I was on the field with my girlfriend Marie, and we called her grandfather who had gone to LSU by horse,” says Dalton Leblanc, a life-long Tiger fan from Houma. "I told him, 'We just beat the number one team in America in Tiger Stadium and I’m going to kiss Marie on the 50 yard line.'” He didn't stop there. "I even ate the grass—long before [UKanas coach] Les Miles." Girlfriend Marie is now his wife of over 20 years.
7. TIGER TERRACE’S MIDFIELD ARE THE BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE. With 102,321 seats to choose from, it seemed Louisiana State University itself would provide the best answer. “The best seats are located in the sections closest to midfield, such as sections 515-517 on the LSU side, or in sections 534-536 on the visitor’s side,” according to lsustadium.com. “These seats would give you a raised enough view to where you can see the entire play develop, while still having a great view of the entire field. Not to mention, all seats in these sections would include chair backs.” For visitors? The best seats for visiting team fans to watch their team get beat is apparently the corner end zone; they are advised to “look for seats in the first 10 rows of Sections 402-404.”
6. STUDENTS LIVE IN TIGER STADIUM. It used to be true. Governor Long and new LSU athletics manager, Thomas “Skipper” Heard, devised an innovative way in which a $250,000 windfall to build dorms could expand housing and the football stadium at the same time. The east five-story dorms of Tiger Stadium were built in 1932, and the west in 1935 housing 1,500 students.
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1. TIGER STADIUM IS THE LOUISIANA STATE CAPITOL BUILDING. No, but it’s not far off. When Gov. Huey Long could not secure financing to expand LSU’s campus, he arranged to purchase LSU’s State Field from the downtown campus for land to construct the new Louisiana State House—which sits on the Tigers’ previous football field.
8. LSU HOLDS LONGEST SUPER BOWL PLAYER STREAK. Tied with Georgia at 21 but still holding it. With six former Tigers in 2022’s Super Bowl LVI, Louisiana State University will have had at least one player in the Super Bowl for 21 consecutive years according to LSU, including Odell Beckham Jr.
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During prohibition, agent Izzy Einstein bragged that in any city in the U.S. he could find liquor within thirty minutes. This varied from city to city, but his record was broken in none other than New Orleans. When Einstein got into a cab following travels, he asked the driver where he could get a drink, and, without thought, the driver then supposedly pulled a flask from his boot. Sadly, the driver was arrested, but his and others acts during this era not only helped it come to an end, but further established the city as a place where one could let loose.
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Post-pandemic football season is now back, and while you may have some great places to watch games, these spots will ensure you can enjoy all the energy from game day and see a TV to watch your favorite team.
The first on the list may seem obvious, but, sometimes, a classic is one for a reason. Tracey’s, located at 2604 Magazine Street, has claims as the original Irish Channel bar. Serving guests since 1949, it has the perfect low-key vibe for sports watching and eating one of their famous po-boys or meat pies. With more than twenty TVs, you won’t have to fight to see the Saints or the Tigers battle opposing teams. Domestic beer prices range from $3 to $7, but Tracey’s also features a great variety of local beers and has an extensive beer catalog.
Next up, a bar that honors the past while serving up fresh twists on food and drinks is the Mid-City Yacht Club, at 440 South St. Patrick St Built with all reclaimed wood and with decor that honors the city’s port, the spot successfully dials comfort up a notch. Bar bites include fried seafood tacos, “yachtchos,” bacon mac & cheese balls, and, of course, boudin balls to kick things off on an exciting note. Then, when halftime or earlier, depending on how early your day started hits, there’s an impressive list of burgers, sandwiches, and a selection of fries to keep you energized during game day. Their wide range of beers doesn’t disappoint, but the full bar features exceptionally well-done classics such as their Bloody Mary. Mid-City Yacht Club doesn’t stop there a large courtyard and outdoor seating on top of indoor seating ensures you and the group can stay to enjoy yourselves. TVs are spread around to ensure that you can actually see the game. Should you find yourself in the mood to host, they even have a room available for private parties. The regular vibes at this place will draw you in, and the energy from a game day will leave you wanting to become a regular.Another
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Luckily, drinking doesn’t have to happen covertly now, but the grand scale of the bar and restaurant scene in the city can mean that making plans is strenuous. When making plans for going out or bar hopping for specific events, such as the return of football season, we assume it's going to be easier but often proves to be the opposite. Whether you’re intensely into the game or just love the social aspect of being out with your friends, stress is the last thing one desires when making such plans. While a variety of good drinks is crucial, we all know game days are marathons and not sprints, and as such, the food menu comes into the decision-making process. You certainly have some favorite places that are your game day go-to spots, but with a return to a new game day normal here is a curated list of a few Nola forgotten gems you may want to revisit.
New Orleans fans cheer on the Saints Uptown at Cooter Brown's.
New Orleans staple that has been serving residents since 1977 is Cooter Brown’s, located in the heart of the Black Pearl, at 509 S. Carrollton Ave. A headline on their website reads that it is “a destination,” and it rings true. They’ve taken time to elevate the setting of a sports and neighborhood bar, which leaves guests wondering how they pulled off a sophisticated dive bar feeling. Cooter Brown’s serves over 400 brands of domestic and imported bottled beers, with 40 different beers at the front bar, and 42 beers at the back bar. They’ve gone the extra mile when it comes to game watching, with 17 flat screens and two eight-foot projectors available. You also won’t have to worry about any streaming glitches they’ve got all the cable sports packages. When it comes to their eats, the oyster bar is just the start. The burgers, sandwiches, and baskets (like the catfish filet one) are flavorful, but other exciting bites include buffalo shrimp, gravy cheese fries (with roast beef gravy), and fried pickles. You can be at ease in Cooter Brown’s, while also experiencing the atmosphere of a place that has taken time to balance quality, quantity, and genuine fun. On game day, you need places that are going to ensure comfort, fun, and great service. The bottom line, these three spots also offer a great selection of options to ensure a good time, and then some great bar bites to help you rally and make it through to the final quarter. While the allure of staying at home to enjoy the game can be enticing, you also can have some joy in going out, knowing you are supporting local business owners, bartenders, and servers. It’s time again to enjoy football season in full swing.
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3. PICNIC PROVISIONS & WHISKEY Right off of Magazine Street, you can find this quaint, picnic-themed restaurant that is perfect for a happy hour with large or small groups. Picnic Provisions & Whiskey’s “You Make Me So Happy Hour” offers $6 vodka gimlets, old fashioneds, and whiskey ginger cocktails every Friday and Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Before you leave, grab some pre-made picnic favorites from their refrigerated case to enjoy at home. 741 State St., 504-266-2810, nolapicnic.com
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4. BAYOU WINE GARDEN / BAYOU BEER GARDEN Brother and sister establishments Bayou Wine Garden and Bayou Beer Garden host identical happy hours every weekday. The deals start earlier than most happy hours, beginning at 3:00 p.m., running until 6:30 p.m. Both neighborhood restaurants offer rum punches and Pimm's cup cocktails for $6. In addition to drinks, each bar also has a kitchen where select snacks are also discounted during happy hour. These specials include a charcuterie plate and 326 N. Norman C Francis Parkway and 315 N. Rendon St., 504-826bayouwinegarden.com / If you’re dining in at Union Ramen on Magazine Street, you can take advantage of their happy hour deals every weekday from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Three signature cocktails: the lycheetini, the Fuji appletini, and the green tea highball are all $6. Besides cocktails, a selection of sake and beer can also
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As we transition into fall, check out these happy hours around the Greater New Orleans area. Quality cocktail deals are perfect to share with family, friends, and coworkers.
1. VALS A taco with a margarita is the perfect duo, and you can enjoy this combination at a discount during Vals happy hour. The restaurant’s daily happy hour offers $6 frozen and on the rocks margaritas, as well as $6 ranch waters and La Palomas. With the hot summer months ending, you can enjoy these deals on the restaurant’s spacious patio and 24-seat wrap-around bar.
4632 Freret St., 504-356-0006, valsnola.com
Bringing Southeast Asian cuisine to Southeast Louisiana, Maypop Restaurant hosts their happy hour every Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Their $6 cocktails include the ginger smash and the pika pika, which is one of the restaurant’s spicy and unique cocktails. The pika pika is made with Thai chili cimarrón tequila, domaine de canton ginger liqueur, turmeric, lime, and rimmed with Korean chili salt. 611 O'Keefe Ave., 504-5186345, maypoprestaurant.com.
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7. THE VINTAGE The Vintage is the perfect spot for all of your coffee, cocktail, and snack needs. Besides stopping in for an after-work caffeine boost, you can also grab some cocktails during their daily happy hour. Unlike most places, the Vintage hosts two happy hours— one from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and one from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. $6 cocktails are available for purchase during both time slots. These cocktails include the Moscow mule, frosé, high ball, and the frozen au lait, which combines both caffeine and alcohol for a sweet, delicious buzz. 3121 Magazine St., 504-324-7144, thevintagenola.com
10. MONKEY BOARD Atop the Troubadour Hotel you can find Monkey Board, a popular rooftop bar that hosts a lively happy hour from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. every day of the week—yes, even on the weekends. The bar’s motto “do whatcha wanna” prompts customers to enjoy a selection of cocktails, including Moscow mules, old fashioneds, and Martell sidecars, for $6. 1111 Gravier St., 504-518-5600, monkeyboardnola.com
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6. THE FRANKLIN During The Franklin’s daily happy hour, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., a slew of signature cocktails can be found for only $6. The neighborhood restaurant prides itself on serving up cocktails with seasonal fruits and herbs, so you know you will receive a cocktail with fresh ingredients. These cocktails include the house martini, old fashioned, and Tommy’s margarita. The popular frozen drink, the Marigny daiquiri which is made with white rum, fresh lime, orange almond oleo, and tiki bitters is also $6 during happy hour. 2600 Dauphine St., 504-267-0640, thefranklinnola.com
8. COSTERA Costera is known for its delicious Spanish tapas, which you can enjoy for a discount with a selection of drinks during happy hour. For anyone who isn’t a hard liquor fan, the restaurant’s $6 wine-based cocktails are the perfect option. The restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, but happy hour can be enjoyed every other day of the week from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 4938 Prytania St., 504-302-2332, costerarestaurant.com
9. JOHNNY SANCHEZ Monday through Friday, Johnny Sanchez offers 50% off their specialty cocktails for happy hour, making both the classic Johnny Sanchez margarita and the spring mojito only $6. Besides the delicious cocktails, the Mexican restaurant takes pride in having a fun, welcoming environment. Some of their bites are also discounted during happy hour, including crispy Brussel sprouts, queso dip, and carnitas tacos. 930 Poydras St., 504-304-6615, johnnysancheznola.com
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22 LSU Preview | Where Y'at Magazine MUSIC CALENDAR For up-to-date listings visit WhereYat.com SUNDAY, AUGUST 21 21st Amendment Marty Peters & The Party Meters 30/90 Bettis + 3rd Degree AllWays Lounge Swing Series Anna’s ¡Domingos Flamingos! Atchafalaya Woody Wood Bacchanal Pete Olynciw Bamboula's Hannah Mignano Quartet, Ed Wills BJ's Lounge George & Co. Opera Company Blue Nile The Baked Potatoes, Brass Flavor - Bal cony Room BMC Single Malt Please Bombay Club Anna Bernard & Dylan Torrance Bourbon O Abe Thompson & The Doctors of Funk Buffa's Jelly Biscuit Bullet's Sports Bar 24/7 Band Cafe Negril Delta Funk, VEGAS COLA Carousel Lounge Susanne Ortner Duo Commons Club DJ Rusty Lazer Constantinople Stage Andre Bohren Fritzel's Marla Dixon Band, All Star Band Gasa Gasa OURA, PYTHIA Jazz Playhouse James Rivers Movement Kermit's Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge Kermit Ruffins, TBC Brass Band Le Bon Temps Roulé Dr. Lo Faber Mahogany Jazz Hall Mahogany Jazz Hall All Stars Marigny Brasserie Dinosauchestra Mid-City Lanes Rock 'n' Bowl Wiseguys NOLA Brewing Eric Johanson Old Point Bar Jeanne Marie Harris Preservation Hall Preservation Legacy Band Siberia Mall, MSPAINT Snug Harbor Courtney Bryan, Brian Quezergue Spotted Cat Pat Casey & The New Sound St. Pat's Irish Coffeehouse Celtic Music Session The Howlin Wolf Hot 8 Brass Band The Maison New Orleans Rug Cutters The Pool Club Sustenance Tipitina’s Bruce Daigrepont Treme Hideaway Brass Band Sundays Twelve Mile Limit Cowboy Church Wetlands Sake Javier Gutierrez Zony Mash Beer Project Cameron Dupuy MONDAY, AUGUST 22 30/90 Dapper Dandies, Super Jam BJ's Lounge Smokehouse Brown Service Industry Blues Band BMC Tajh & The Funky Soles, Piano Man G Bourbon O Bar Jelly Roll Buffa's Doyle Cooper Trio Café Negril Roccadile Carrollton Station Local Sounds Singer/Song writer Open Mic Da Jump Off Lounge Big 6 Brass Band DMACS Bar & Grill Monday Blues Jam Dos Jefes John Fohl Fritzel's Lee Floyd & Thunderbolt Trio, Richard Scott Gasa Gasa Tonstartssbandht Hi Ho Lounge Bluegrass Pickin’ Party Kermit's Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge New Groove Brass Band Maple Leaf George Porter Jr. Trio MRB Ben Buchbinder Preservation Hall Preservation Brass Royal Frenchmen Chris Christy Quintet Sidney's Saloon Amazing Henrietta, DarkLounge Spotted Cat Dominick Grillo & The Frenchmen Street All-Stars, Michael Watson & The Alchemy St. Roch Tavern We Hate Lindsay MONDAY, AUGUST 22 30/90 Dapper Dandies, Super Jam BJ's Lounge Smokehouse Brown Service Industry Blues Band BMC Tajh & The Funky Soles, Piano Man G Bourbon O Bar Jelly Roll Buffa's Doyle Cooper Trio Café Negril Roccadile Carrollton Station Songwriter Open Mic Da Jump Off Lounge Big 6 Brass Band DMACS Bar & Grill Monday Blues Jam Dos Jefes John Fohl Fritzel's Lee Floyd, Richard Scott Gasa Gasa Tonstartssbandht Hi Ho Lounge Bluegrass Pickin’ Party Kermit's Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge New Groove Brass Band Maple Leaf George Porter Jr. Trio MRB Ben Buchbinder Preservation Hall Preservation Brass
30/90 Neicy B & Kompani Bar Marilou Mikayla Braun Bayou Bar Peter Harris Bourbon O Jelly Roll Duo, Dr. Zach Cafe Negril Blues Jam Dos Jefes Wendell Brunious Fritzel's Colin Myers Band, All Star Band House of Blues Alex Isley Kermit's Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge
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St. Paul's UCC Church Electric Yat String Quartet The Rabbit Hole Stooges Brass Band Zony Mash Beer Project Charlie Wooton THURSDAY, AUGUST 25 21st Amendment Big Joe Kennedy, Jelly Roll Stompers 30/90 Sleazeball Orchestra AllWays Lounge Backyard Balkan Brass Bamboula’s Common Law Jazz band, Wolfe John's Blues Band Bayou Bar Peter Harris Bistro Orleans Santi "Harmonica" Garcia Blue Nile Where Y’at Brass Band BMC Dapper Dandies, Renée Gros Bourbon O Music Man, Leroy Marshall Bourrée Tom Andes Buffa's Tom McDermott & Meschiya Lake Bullet's Sports Bar Kermit Ruffins Cafe Negril Piano Man “G”, Sierra Green Carousel Lounge Richard Scott, Lena Prima & Band Carrollton Station Maggie May, Zachery Kane O'Quinn Sierra Green Carousel Lounge Susanne Ortner Duo Commons Club DJ Rusty Lazer Dos Jefes Dale Spalding Fritzel's Marla Dixon, All Star Band Gasa Gasa Mia Day, Rocky Leonard House of Blues Drag House Party Brunch Jazz Playhouse Chucky C & Band Kermit's Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge Kermit Ruffins, TBC Brass Band Le Bon Temps Roulé Shady Recruits
City Park - Pavilion of the Two Sisters Little Freddie King Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport DMACS Bar & Grill Paggy Prine and Tony D’allesandro, Pizza Fam Jam Dos Jefes Mark Coleman Quartet Fritzel's John Saavedra Band, All Star Band Gasa Gasa Donzii House of Blues Dick Deluxe Revue Jazz Playhouse Brass-A-Holics Kitchen Table Cafe Dr Mark St Cyr Le Bon Temps Roulé Soul Rebels Maple Leaf Matt Lemmler, Michael Pellera Marigny Brasserie Slick Skillet Serenaders Mid-City Lanes Rock n Bowl Leroy Thomas, Zydeco Roadrunners Neutral Ground Friend Machine New Orleans Jazz Museum Joe Krown Peacock Room Da Lovebirds Preservation Hall Preservation AllStars Santos Bar DJ Shane Love Silk Road Katie Cat & Cain Snug Harbor Phillip Manuel Spotted Cat Jumbo Shrimp Jazz Band St. Anna’s Epis copal Church John Rankin Sweet Lorraine's Chucky C & Friends Treme Hideaway Brass Band Thurs days Vaughan's Lounge Corey Henry The Well Stooges Brass Band Wetlands Sake Tanglers AUGUSTFRIDAY, 26 21st Amendment Jump Hounds 30/90 J.A.M. Brass Band, Piano Man G Balcony Music Club Ellisa Sun Bamboula’s Les Getrex, Paggy Prine Bayou Bar Peter Harris BJ's Lounge Felipe Karrera, Conjunta Tierra Linda Blue Nile Caesar Brothers, Kermit Ruffins BMC Lil Red & Big Bad, Bettis + 3rd Degree Bourbon O Dr. Zach, Assunto Dukes Tribute Band Buffa’s Cast Iron Cactus Bullet's Sports Bar Sporty’s Brass Band Cafe Negril HIgher Heights, Jason Neville Funky Soul Band Carousel Lounge Nayo Jones Carrollton Station Sweet Magnolia Brass Band, Burnt Sugar Constantinople Stage Jamey St Pierre Trio Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport Gasa Gasa Shutups, Cashier DMAC's Bar & Grill Band Melrose Dos Jefes Afrodiziac's Double Dealer Slick Skillet Serenaders Fritzel's Lee Floyd & Thunderbolt Trio, All Star Band Gasa Gasa Shutups Hilton Riverside - Public Belt Philip Melancon Jazz Playhouse Trixie Minx’s Burlesque House of Blues Duke Deuce, The Purple Madness Le Bon Temps Roulé Duane Bartels Band Maple Leaf Doug Belote, Bert Cotton Maple Street Cafe Valerie Sassyfras Marigny Brasserie Champagniacs May Baily’s Place Ellis Dyson & the Shambles Mid-City Lanes Rock n Bowl Category 6 MRB And Then Came Humans Neutral Ground Mars Cooper New Orleans Jazz Museum Grayhawk Perkins New Orleans Jazz National Historic Park Dari anna Videaux Capitel NOLA Brewing Electric Yat Quartet NOPSI Hotel Matt Lemmler Oak Wine Bar Mikayla Braun Oceana Hideout Mem Shannon Trio Old Point Bar Meryl Zimmerman Preservation Hall Mark Braud Rivershack Tavern Casey Saba Siberia Kay Weathers, Student Driver Sidney's Saloon Great Twenty-Eights Snug Harbor Germaine Bazzle, Larry Sieberth Spotted Cat New Orleans Cottonmouth Kings, Ashton Hines Streaming Only David Doucet Sweet Lorraine’s Michael Ward The Hangar Felix Cartal The Howlin Wolf Superbloom, The JBK Band The Upper Quarter Jamie Lynn Vessels Three Keysl John Michael Bradford Tipitina’s Quarx, New Orleans Nightcrawlers Zony Mash Beer Project Dana Ives SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 21st Amendment Meschiya Lake 30/90 Pocket Chocolate, Deltaphonic Atchafalaya Joe Gelini Organ Trio Bamboula's Johnny Mastro, Crawdaddy T Barrilleaux’s The Jake Noble Trio Bayou Bar Jordan Anderson BJ's Lounge T-Marie & Bayou JuJu Blue Nile George Brown Band, Chris Cotton BMC Andre Lovett, Big Mike & The R&B Kings Bourbon O Jelly Roll Duo, Les Getrex & The Creole Cookin’ Band Buffa's Gregg Hill Cafe Negril Jamey St. Pierre, Vegas Cola Carousel Lounge Wendell Brunious Quartet, Lena Prima Carrollton Station Lyla DiPaul + The Crowe Boys Champions Square Lil Wayne, MoneyBagg Yo, Rob49 Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport DMACS Bar & Grill Renard Bossiere Dos Jefes Sunpie & The Louisiana Sunspots Double Dealer Ragtime Millionaires Faubourg Brewing Co. The Soul Rebels, Big in the 90s Favela Chic New Orleans Rug Cutters Fritzel's Lee Floyd, All Star Band Gasa Gasa Archers, Brave New World Hilton Riverside - Public Belt Philip Melancon House of Blues The Teaches of Peaches Kerry Irish Pub Patrick Cooper Kitchen Table Cafe High Standards Le Bon Temps Roulé Dr. Lo Faber Maple Leaf Mid Summer Mardi Gras Street Party Marigny Brasserie Good For Nothing Band Marsalis Harmony Park Bruno Elisabetsky, Geo vane Santos May Baily's Place Jelly Roll Stompers Mid-City Lanes Rock 'n' Bowl Boogie Men Neutral Ground Raph New Orleans Jazz National Historic Park Leslie Martin NOLA Brewing Barn Burner Concert Series Oak Wine Bar Burris Old Point Bar Terry McDermitt One Eyed Jacks Goatwhore, Incantation Preservation Hall Preservation All-Stars Roosevelt Hotel Fountain Lounge Leslie Martin Santos Bar Dang Bruh Y? Siberia My Neptune + Algara Sidney's Saloon DJ Shane Love Smoothie King Center Luke Bryan Snug Harbor Dr. Michael White Spotted Cat Panorama Jazz Band, Dominick Grillo Sweet Lorraine’s Kevin Gullage The Domino Tom Andes The Howlin Wolf K.A.A.N., Demrick The Pool Club Soul on Top Zony Mash Beer Project French Horn Collective SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 21st Amendment Marty Peters 30/90 Renée Gros, Single Malt Please AllWays Lounge Swing Series Anna’s ¡Domingos Flamingos! Atchafalaya Otro Quatro Bamboula's Hot Club of New Orleans, Ed Wills Blue Nile Baked Potatoes, Street Legends Brass Band BMC Orphaned in Storyville, Andre Lovett Bourbon O Caleb Nelson Trio, Abe Thompson & The Doctors of Funk Buffa's Steve Pistorius & His Porch Pals Bullet's Sports Bar Rayoncé & The Vintage Cafe Negril John Lisi & Delta Funk,
Royal Frenchmen Chris Christy Quintet Sidney's Saloon Amazing Henrietta, DarkLounge Spotted Cat Dominick Grillo & The Frenchmen Street All-Stars, Michael Watson & The Alchemy St. Roch Tavern We Hate Lindsay TUESDAY, AUGUST 23
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Dr. Sick AllWays Lounge Skyler Gentry Bamboula’s Paggy Prine, John Saavedra Bayou Bar Peter Harris Blue Nile New Breed Brass Band BMC Tiffany Pol lack, Crescent City Open Jam Bombay Club Harry Mayronne, Nanci Zee Bourbon O Caleb Nelson Trio, Les Getrex & The Cre ole Cookin’ Band Cafe Negril Colin Davis and Night People, Budz Cambria Hotel Woody Loudermilk Carousel Lounge James Martin Band Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport DMACS Bar & Grill Chris Zonata Dos Jefes Joe Krown Fritzel's Bourbon Street Stars, All Star Band Gasa Gasa Balla Stella, Sloth Racer Generations Hall K. Michelle Hard Rock Cafe Sam Mooney House of Blues Electric Gamble Jazz Playhouse Funkin’ It Up with Big Sam Maple Leaf The Rumble Mid-City Lanes Rock n Bowl DJ Twigg New Orleans Jazz Museum Brian Quezergue New Orleans Jazz National Historic Park Dari anna Videaux Capitel Oceana Hideout Mem Shannon Trio Preservation Hall Preservation All-Stars Royal Frenchmen Gene Black Saturn Bar Shared Walls Spotted Cat Shotgun Jazz Band, Marty Peters & The Party Meters
Luke Bryan at the Smoothie King Center Luke Bryan will be visiting New Orleans for his Raised Up Right Tour this month. Diehard fans will enjoy his songs from classics including “Drink a Beer” and “Country Girl (Shake It for Me),” to recent singles such as “Country On” and “Knockin’ Boots.” Saturday, August 27, 7 p.m., $45.75 to $146.50; Smoothie King Center, smoothiekingcenter.com
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Preservation Hall Preservation Brass Royal Frenchmen Chris Christy Quintet Sidney's Saloon Amazing Henrietta, DarkLounge Spotted Cat Dominick Grillo, Michael Watson St. Roch Tavern JP Martin TUESDAY, AUGUST 30 30/90 Afrodiziacs, Higher Heights AllWays Lounge Nola Dukes Band Bayou Bar Peter Harris Trio Cafe Negril Blues Jam Dos Jefes Wendell Brunious Fillmore Michael Franti & Spearhead Fritzel's Colin Myers, All Star Band Gasa Gasa The Dead Spies, Dang Bruh Y House of Blues Michael Franti, Spearhead Kermit's Tremé Moth er-in-Law Lounge Kermit Ruffins Kitchen Table Cafe Belinda Moody Maple Leaf TBC Brass Band
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 100 Men Hall Booker Fest Abita Brew Pub Frenchie Moe Duo Bayou Bar Peter Harris Trio Cafe Negril Jason Neville Funky Soul Band Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport DMACS Bar & Grill Sierra Green, Vance Orange Deutsches Haus Damenchor Deutsches Haus, Saengerchor Deutsches Haus Gasa Gasa Loudness War, Bad Misters House of Blues Motion City Soundtrack Maple Leaf Russell Batiste & Friends Mid-City Lanes Rock 'n' Bowl Mojeaux Oak Wine Bar Caleb Tokarska Smoothie King Center DaBaby Spotted Cat Music Club Chris Johnson Band The Howlin Wolf Devin the Dude Tipitina’s Free Fridays, People Museum
New Orleans Jazz Museum Down on Their Luck Orchestra One Eyed Jacks Triathalon, Pretty Boy Aaron, Mind Shrine Orpheum Theater Cowboy Tears Preservation Hall Preservation Hall Jazz Band Royal Frenchmen Trumpet Mafia Spotted Cat Chris Christy Band, Smoking Time Jazz Club Sweet Lorraine’s Rus sell Batiste Band Zony Mash Beer Proj ect Rebirth Brass Band
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 AllWays Lounge Prettie Boi Bayou Bar Peter Harris Cafe Negril Gumbo Funk, Piano Man ‘G’, Sierra Green Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport Dickie Brennan's Tableau WWOZ Groove Gala DMACS Bar & Grill Pizza Fam Jam Band, Paggy Prine Dose Jefes
Royal Frenchmen Gene Black Santos Cardboard Cowboy, DarkLounge Spotted Cat Chris Christy Band, Shotgun Jazz Zony Mash Beer Project Charlie Wooton
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The Villains Carver Theater Gospel Fest Constantinople Stage Mikayla Braun Trio Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport Music Box Village Majek Fingers Neutral Ground Frenchie Moe & Family Saenger Theatre The Lock-In The Howlin Wolf Florence Dore The National WWII Museum Muevelo Tipitina’s Perpetual Groove Tulane University NOLA Bluedoo Fest Zony Mash Beer Project Jon Cleary SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Bacchanal Wine Carl James Keith House of Blues Tesla Tipitina's Mountain Goats UB40 at Saenger Theatre UB40 blends reggae and pop in their chart-topping hits, including “Red Red Wine” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” The Original Wailers, Maxi Priest, and Big Mountain will be tagging along with them on their Bigga Baggariddim Tour. Tuesday, September 6, 6:30 p.m., $49.50 to $99.50; Saenger Theatre, saengernola.com September 16-October 2 FRI + SAT @ 7:30 PM SUN @ 2:00 PM TEATRO WEGO! (TW) 177 SALA AVENUE | WESTWEGO, LA MORE INFORMATION AND TICKETS AT www.JPAS.org METRY’S HOME OF LIVE MUSIC & THE “MARSH BURGER!” FOLLOW US ON4740 RYE ST., METAIRIE UB40/THEATRESAENGER
Jazz Band The Howlin Wolf Texas String Assembly, The Deer Tipitina’s King Bronze, Roots Studio Wetlands Sake Kathryn Rose Wood, Zakk Garner
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SEPTEMBER 10 Bayou Bar Jordan Anderson BJ’s Lounge Gal Holiday, We Hate Lindsay Cafe Negril Sierra Green, The Villains Commons Club New Orleans Jenn Howard Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport DMACS Bar & Grill Sean Hobbes House of Blues Pi’erre Bourne Maple Leaf J & The Causeways Mid-City Lanes Rock n Bowl The Chee Weez Midnight Revival Don Peyote Oak Wine Bar Michael Mason
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Bayou Bar Peter Harris Cafe Negril Gumbo Funk, Piano Man ‘G’ DMACS Bar & Grill Pizza Fam, Paggy Prine Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport Gasa Gasa Solar Fake New Orleans Jazz Museum Al “Lil Fats” Jackson Orpheum Theater Louisiana Philharmonic Spotted Cat Chris Christy, Jumbo Shrimp FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Bayou Bar Peter Harris BJ’s Lounge Silver Synthetic Broadside New Orleans Nightcrawlers Cafe Negril Dana Abbott, Higher Heights Davenport Lounge Jeremy Davenport Deutsches Haus Damenchor Deutsches Haus, Saengerchor Deutsches Haus Maison Dupuy T Marie & Bayou Juju Oak Wine Bar Jon Roniger Joy Theater Dinosaur Jr. Santos Bar Creeping Death Spotted Cat Chris Johnson Tipitina’s Cedric Burnside & Black Joe Lewis Toulouse Theatre Sueco, Lil Aaron SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Bayou Bar Jordan Anderson Broadside Where Y'acht Cafe Negril Sierra Green,
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September 1-5 | shrimpandpetroleum.org Louisiana wouldn’t be Louisiana without our shrimp and petroleum, and we couldn’t be prouder. As festival season approaches, what better way to honor both industries than throw a festival? Guests of all ages will enjoy free admission to the festival grounds where they’ll indulge in rides, games, arts and crafts, live music, and a beauty pageant. A street parade, car show, fleet blessing, benefit run/ walk, and fireworks show over Berwick Bay are also part of the agenda. It’s five full days of fun.
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DECADENCESOUTHERN September 1-5 | southerndecadence.net Southern Decadence is back by popular demand. The most popular LGBT festival will be popping off in the French Quarter through Labor Day weekend. This year’s theme is “Jazz. Burlesque. Decadent. New Orleans.” The colors are red and gold. Expect a lot of dancing, drinking, and partying in the streets. No wonder it’s one of the top five festivals in the city.
LIL WEEZYANA FEST August 27 | square.com/championslil-weezyana-fest-1events/detail/ Save the date. Rap master Lil Wayne will be visiting his hometown over the weekend for an unforgettable performance at the Lil Weezyana Fest in Champions Square. Guests will also get to see other high-energy rappers such as Moneybagg Yo, Coi Leray, BabyFace Ray, and Rob49 perform at this slammin’ festival.
WhereYat.com | September 2022 27 FridaysSeptember 9–24&Saturdaysat8pm Cutting Edge Theater To purchase tickets, text 985.285.6666 // call 985.649.3727 // visit cuttingedgetheater.com 767 Robert Blvd // Slidell, LA 70458 PRESENTS4:15FRIDAYThe Chitlins 6:00 Big Al & the Heavyweights 7:30 Tullie Brae 9:00 Kenny 12:00SATURDAYNealAbitaBlues Band 1:30 Looka Here 3:30 Laurie Morvan Band 5:30 Walter “Wolfman” Washington 7:00 Jonathan Boogie Long 9:00 Ruthie Foster MUSIC LINEUP SEPT. 23-24, 2022 CASSIDY www.bogalusablues.comBOGALUSA,PARKLA2022FestivalTicketsand Camping Now Available at www.bogalusablues.com/tickets | Children 10 and under are free! The Bogalusa Blues & Heritage Festival is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductibleSUPPLIESHOMEBREWBREWSTOCKBUREAU;VISITORS&CONVENTIONROUGEBATONWESTARTS;VILLAINCOURTESYLEFT:FROM NEW FESTIVALTATTOOSORLEANSARTS September 9-11 | villain-arts/new-orleans-tattoo-arts-conventionvillainarts.com/tattoo-conventionsCome to the Ernest N. Memorial Convention Center for Villain Arts’ fourth annual Tattoo Arts Festival. Choose from a number of local artists and vendors to get a tattoo, as well as meet special guests from the reality TV shows Ink Master and Black Ink Crew. There will also be tattoo contests, burlesque sideshows, and a stunning display from the No Gimmicks Needed Suspension Team will also run throughout the weekend. Whether you love getting tattoos or just admire tattoo art, this festival is a wonderful experience for everyone. OLDIES FESTIVALGOODIESBUT September 10-11 | westbatonrouge.net/oldiesgoodies-fest/250 Does modernism bring you down? Fight the modernism blues with some good old-fashioned music, cars, jitterbug contests, and nostalgia at the Oldies but Goodies Festival in West Baton Rouge. There will also be a BBQ contest on Saturday, where guests will not only enjoy homemade BBQ recipes but get to compete for $4,950 in prize money. Mmm-mmm.
BREWSTOCK HOMEBREW FEST September 17 | brewstock.com/festival Beer fans are in for a treat. Brewstock Homebrew Fest is coming to Deutsches Haus on Bayou St. John, a brandnew festival where guests will get to quench their thirst with homemade brews from local vendors. Guests can also show off their brewing skills to hundreds of people and are encouraged to get creative, as their booths will be judged based on homebrews, decorations, and supplies by local brewing companies, such as Faubourg Brewing Co., Urban South Brewery, and Old Rail Brewing Company.
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Brain Food for Thought By Celeste Turner DIETMIND
Early research suggests that daily food choices can play a powerful role in preventing cognitive decline and dementia. These findings have led to the MIND diet, which suggests that what we eat can make a difference in the aging brain’s ability to think and remember
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The MIND diet has demonstrated an association between the effect of a healthy diet and delay in cognitive aging. Specifically, people who followed the MIND diet very closely reduced their risk for development of Alzheimer’s disease by 53%, and even those who followed the diet moderately well were shown to have a 35% reduction in risk,” said Jennifer Ventrelle, MS RDN CPT, a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified personal trainer, and the lead dietitian for the MIND Center for Brain Health at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Martha Clare Morris, along with Dr. Christy Tangney at Rush University Medical Center and Dr. Frank Sacks at Harvard School of Public Health, were the creators of the MIND diet. Ventrelle says, “Our research team at Rush and Harvard is conducting the first clinical trial to explore a causal relationship between the MIND diet and cognitive decline. The results of the trial are currently being analyzed and we should know more by the end of 2022.”
“There is a lot of evidence to support reduction in saturated fat intake for brain health. All five foods on the list of foods to avoid are high in saturated fat,” said Ventrelle. “Therefore, full fat cheese and butter is on the list of foods to avoid. You will not find other dairy products such as eggs, milk, and yogurt on the MIND diet. Although low-fat dairy products are recommended in other healthy dietary patterns such as the DASH diet, these foods were not shown to have a positive or negative impact when it comes to cognition and brain health.”
In the meantime, a daily intake of such healthy foods as leafy green vegetables, berries, fish, olive oil and whole grains, as listed in the MIND diet can improve your overall health with a probability of reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s or slowing cognitive decline. Dr. Carmichael advised that following one of those diets “in the right quantity” most likely will provide a host of benefits, including brain health. He said, “I would also say, the earlier the better. Don’t wait until you are already old to start thinking about what diet to follow. It’s never too early to start.”
“I have personally worked with many people who have been successful with weight loss by following the MIND diet, but we will not be able to scientifically prove this as a recommendation for the general public until the results of the clinical trial are revealed later this year,” said Ventrelle.
WhereYat.com | September 2022 29 Ingredients of the MIND Diet The MIND diet focuses on plant-based foods linked to dementia prevention. It encourages eating from 10 healthy food groups: • Leafy green vegetables, at least 1 serving/day • Other vegetables, at least 1 serving/day • Berries, 5 servings/week • Whole grains, 3 servings/day • Fish, at least 1 serving/week • Poultry, 2 servings/week • Beans, 3 servings/week • Nuts, 5 servings/week • *Wine, 1 glass/day* • Extra-Virgin Olive oil 2 servings/day * It is not recommended to begin drinking wine if you do not currently consume alcohol. The MIND diet limits servings of red meat, sweets, full fat cheese, butter/margarine and fried food. Our Private Room - Fine Dining & Social Distancing At Its Best! Gather Safely With Family & Friends in Private! Delicious Food from Briquette, Full Bar, Amazing Wines, & More! Inquiries at Briquette-Nola.com 302-7496 701 S. Peters, Warehouse District 7AM – 9PM Fri & Sat 10PM 401 Poydras • MothersRestaurant.net • (504) 523-9656 Photo: @jholano The MIND diet is a combination of the Mediterranean diet which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fish, and unsaturated fats such as olive oil, as well as the DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) diet, which lowers high blood pressure—a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. “Three diets all have similar levels of evidence for cognitive benefits: Mediterranean, DASH, and MIND,” said Dr. Owen Carmichael, professor and director of biomedical imaging at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge. “I would recommend all three of them equally; however, our knowledge of which of these diets is most effective could change over time as more studies are done.” Dr. Carmichael also indicated that these three diets are generally helpful when the individual eats “the right amount of food” from that diet. “People who follow the MIND diet do show impressive gains in terms of Alzheimer’s risk.”
Although scientists and researchers do not know yet for certain what causes Alzheimer’s Disease, strong evidence shows the beneficial effects of these “brain-healthy” foods. Moreover, the MIND diet may promote weight loss.
Many healthy foods like berries, fish and seafood, and leafy greens, to name a few, are regarded to have antiinflammatory or antioxidant properties that protect the brain and improve overall wellness. Researchers continue to seek answers to determine which foods are critical for brain health. “We are coming out with a book entitled The Official MIND Diet that will give readers an idea of the research, a program to follow the diet, including for weight loss, and over 50 MIND diet recipes,” added Ventrelle. “The authors are Dr. Martha Clare Morris, her daughter, Laura Morris, and myself. This is scheduled to be released in spring of 2023.”
These 15 dietary elements include 10 brain-healthy food groups: green leafy vegetables, nuts, berries, extra virgin olive oil, beans and legumes, fish, whole grains, and 5 unhealthy groups: red meat, butter, cheese, pastries and sweets, and fried foods. According to Ventrelle, the most crucial foods for slowing cognition loss are extra-virgin olive oil, nuts, fish/seafood, leafy green vegetables, berries, and whole grains.
For Ventrelle and the MIND diet team, the association of the MIND diet and its cognitive benefits are directly related to the specific 15 dietary components. “The good news about the MIND diet is that it is not a strict diet, per se,” said Ventrelle. ”You do not have to cut out whole foods or food groups. You can eat almost any food in moderation.”
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CUBA QUE RICO! CUBAN CAFÉ 4200 Magazine St., 504-827-1398 quericocubancafe.com Since Americans still can’t easily get into Cuba, head to Magazine Street and experience the flavors of the “forbidden island” at Que Rico! Cuban Café. Order from a list of tasty sandwiches such as the classic Cubano, fried snapper po-boy, and even a vegan Cuban. Specialty platters like ropa vieja (shredded flank steak) and chuletas fritas (fried pork chops) all come with black beans, rice, and plantains. You can also order a cup of Que Rico’s cafecito (aka
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Despite only having the Big Easy for just 32 years at the end of the 1700s, Spain helped to dramatically shape the city’s look, culture, and cuisine. Not only that, New Orleans’ status as a major port city helped expose it to the wider world, especially Latin America. In many aspects, NOLA could, at least superficially, fit in with other great Hispanic cities like Buenos Aires and Havana. In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15 to October 15, here are some great New Orleans’ restaurants to visit to experience traditional Hispanic cuisine.
While New Orleans’ French heritage helps this city standout amongst other places in America, the legacy of Spain’s control of the Louisiana colony should not be taken for granted. Latin Restaurants to Feed Your Hungry Soul
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SPAIN 3312LOLA’SEsplanade Ave., 504-488-6946 lolasneworleans.com New Orleanians love their jambalaya, and one of the progenitors to said dish, paella, is just as amazing. If you want to have some of the best paella in the city (or fideuas, if you prefer the pasta version), then you need to make a trip to Lola’s in Mid-City. All of the restaurant’s paellas range from small to extra-large and can be prepared with your choice of seafood, meat, vegetables, or a combination of all of them. Other Spanish classics on offer include soups like gazpacho, ajoblanco, and fabada.
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MEXICO LA 2300MEXICANPROVIDENCIARESTAURANTBelleChasseHwy., Gretna 504-368-5724 laprovidenciamrla.com The Greater New Orleans Area has a multitude of Mexican joints to pick from, so it’s sometimes hard to decide which one to settle on. If you’re willing to make the trek to the Westbank, then La Providencia in Gretna is a must. This restaurant helps set itself apart from the rest by offering traditional Mexican dishes along with typical Tex-Mex classics. Authentic dishes like chicken with mole sauce, Mayan-style slow roasted pork, and sauteed cactus with shrimp or pork will make you feel like you’re right in the heart of Mexico City.
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COLOMBIA MAÏS AREPAS 1200 Carondelet St., 504-523-6247 facebook.com/maisarepas Disney’s 2021 movie Encanto helped put Colombian culture into the spotlight, and Maïs Arepas, right by the Pontchartrain Expressway, will help you experience it further. The restaurant is obviously known best for its namesake arepas, which are like sandwiches that use corn dough instead of bread. Some of the arepa fillings include skirt steak, pulled pork, gulf shrimp, chorizo, and veggies, and all arepas come with your choice of a sauce such as chimichurri or rosada. The menu also features other Colombian classics including ajiaco (potato soup) and the large bandeja paisa plate with meat, veggies, and more.
PERU TITO’S CEVICHE & PISCO 5015 Magazine St., 504-267-7612 titoscevichepisco.com
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Some of Peru’s greatest contributions to the world include Machu Picchu, the city of Cusco, and incredibly delicious food. At Tito’s on Magazine Street, New Orleanians can enjoy the uniqueness of Peruvian cuisine, which has a mix of Spanish, Incan, and Asian elements to it. In addition to different kinds of ceviche, the restaurant also has traditional dishes like anticuchos (skewers with your choice of chicken, steak, or heart), quinoa, and lomo saltado (marinated tenderloin tips). Make sure to order a glass or two of pisco (aka brandy) from Tito’s extensive drink menu.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MANGÚ 2112DOMINICANAUTHENTICCUISINEBelleChasseHwy., Ste. 7, Gretna, 504-324-9870 letsmangu.com At Mangú in Gretna, plantains are the star of the show. The restaurant’s namesake dish is made from boiled plantains that have been mashed and topped with red onions. You can get a side of mangú with any of the wide array of meat entrées on offer or as a main dish with the mangú criollo, which is topped with chicken or shrimp, cracklin’, aguacate-cilantro sauce, and green onions. If you don’t feel like eating bananas, there are plenty of other options to consider like quipes (beef croquettes) or yaroa (smothered fries).
For some of the best empanadas in New Orleans, make sure to go to either Magazine Street or Freret Street and try Empanola. Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Marcelo García and Jimena Urrutia (who are from Chile and Argentina, respectively), this café offers multiple different empanadas with Hispanic flavors including beef Argentina, chicken Peruvian, and chorizo Mexicana. Empanola also has delicious New Orleansinspired selections such as gumbo and crawfish etouffee empanadas.
ARGENTINA LA BOCA STEAKHOUSE 870 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-525-8205 labocasteakhouse.com
The only thing that Argentines love more than tango and Eva Perón is beef. Inspired by the numerous steakhouses that are found in Argentina, La Boca offers a good variety of amazing cuts like grass fed filet mignon, organic hanger steak, and boneless ribeye. All of the restaurant’s steaks pair perfectly with the restaurant’s fine wines, which all come from Argentina’s many different wine regions. La Boca’s menu also features a nice mix of empanadas and Italianinspired dishes like provoleta with olive oil and oregano, bruschetta, and gnocchi with pancetta peas and cream.
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CHILE EMPANOLA, Multiple Locations empanolaempanadas.com While empanadas (or stuffed pastries) are strongly associated with Argentina, neighboring Chile also considers the dish to be a staple part of its national cuisine.
WhereYat.com | September 2022 33 For more information visit FrenchMarket.org Celebrating the cultures and contributions of Hispanic & Latino communities in New Orleans! Celebrating the cultures and contributions of Hispanic & Latino communities in New Orleans! Live Music, Food Booths & Family Fun! Free & open to the public! Saturday, September 17th • 11am–4pm French Market Flea Market: 86 French Market Place Featuring performances by: Julio & Cesar Duo | Guatemala 11:00am 12:00pm Alexis Guevara and Son Mandão | Cuba 1:00pm Arpa with the Garifuna Connectionuras2:00pm Merengue 4 | Dominican Republic 3:00pm Heritage¡HispanicMonthCelebration!¡HispanicHeritageMonthCelebration! New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation • Arts New Orleans • Embrace the Culture • ECOS Latino Series • City of New Orleans • National Endowment for the Arts • Musicians for Music • Louisiana Office of Cultural Development • New Orleans Tourism & Cultural Fund Ready for Saints & LSU? 3532 Toulouse St, New Orleans (504) 302-0528 | Follow us on DJ, food trucks and pop ups for all LSU and Saints games!
Between the Bread: New Orleans Sandwiches
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Regardless of whether or not you are still in school, fall has a way of stimulating cravings for a great sandwich. Though it's easy to slather up a sweet, sticky PB&J or tuna fish salad sandwich with lots of pickles, sometimes the answer to your sandwich needs lies outside of your kitchen. Though it would seem an easy task for a talented chef to stack the perfect 'wich, take into consideration the ingredients. When they're using freshly baked bread (sometimes made in-house), ripe veggies, and quality proteins, the care and preparation involved make for a sandwich you'll never forget. Bakeries are easily one of the best spots for a great sandwich. After all, they've got the main ingredient prepared fresh daily at their disposal. Though there's a ton of bakeries in town, a new one just opened up on the corner of Frenchmen and Dauphine. Dubbed Ayu Bakehouse, the folks at this fresh spot aren't loafing around, offering breads, pastries, you guessed sandwiches. Though they've only been around a few months, a favorite is a sandwich version of the caprese fresh tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and prosciutto are layered on a large, crunchy, chewybaguetteFrenchspreadwithgarlickypesto.Themenuchangesdaily,but,recently,theytookthatcapreseclassicandaddedradish,snapbeans,anda“specialsauce” on a small baguette and named it, appropriately, the Frenchmen. Follow them @ayubakehousenola to see what lunchtime surprises they have in store. If the po-boy is king in New Orleans, then surely the muffuletta must be queen. The muffuletta is a local invention that's been around for over a century. The Italian round, seeded bread called muffuletta is what makes a muffuletta sandwich—that, and the olive salad. Though many turn to Central Grocery on Decatur Street, the French Quarter shop which is said to have invented it, there are many other places that offer muffulettas that some locals claim are just as good as (if not better) than Central's “original.” One such spot is DiMartino's Famous New Orleans Muffulettas Now with three locations, DiMartino's has been open since 1975, serving muffulettas and more—everything from po-boys and burgers, to seafood platters, and eggplant parmigiana. Offered in both small and large sizes, DiMartino's muffuletta is a little different because they toast the bread, which offers a slightly firmer foundation for layers of salami, ham, mortadella, Swiss, provolone, and lots of tangy olive salad. A small will feed you and a friend for only $12.99. One could go on and on about the iconic muffuletta, but that's anotherOverarticle.onBurgundy Street, there's a great little café serving up big eats called Who Dat Coffee Cafe. One might drive by the quaint Marigny corner and assume it's just a coffee house—which it is—but it's also a whole lot more. Not found in guidebooks or reviewed by national magazines, this unassuming spot is beloved by the neighborhood regulars who drop in often for breakfast, lunch, and brunch. Dishes include everything from grilled corn cakes covered in a creamy egg sauce and topped with cheddar, to an open-faced salad/ sandwich made with shrimp and crab meat on grilled ciabatta dubbed the “da Marigny.”
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One particularly stunning 'wich is their chicken fried steak served on a house-made jalapeno cheddar bun, dressed with pepper jack cheese, and their signature remoulade. Be sure to get the wavy, wedge fries on the side with an extra serving of that stellar remoulade for dipping. It's a sauce worth writing home about.Though it's not a bakery, per se, Tartine is a small, uptown eatery by Cara and Evan Benson, which features their own incredible house-baked breads. Formally trained as a pastry chef, Cara has taken her skills and with them, created a little piece of Paris “on da Mississippi.” In addition to scones, quiche, eggs baked in brioche, and huge salads, Tartine offers, well, tartines, which are typically open-faced sandwiches, featuring pậté or egg salad (both of which are on Tartine's menu), but one rises above the rest—thickly-sliced smoked ham, triple cream brie, and fresh lettuce burst from a crunchy baguette dressed with a slightly sweet fig mustard for only $11.50. You could even add a cup of their soup of the day and spend the afternoon on their patio dreaming of Montmarte or the Champs Elysees. Finally, it's been mentioned in this column before, but it deserves to be mentioned again, CIBO is a great spot for sandwiches. You have only to stop in to find out for yourself. Located near Oak Street on S. Carrollton Avenue, the Italian-inspired eatery offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with everything from bagels and salads to hot plates of meatballs and three-cheese ravioli. But their sandwiches really shine. Try the “Imports Combo” with prosciutto, sopressata, capocolla, fresh mozzarella, and roasted red peppers on a toasted Italian loaf, or sink your teeth into a chicken parmigiana slathered in their own red sauce and covered in melty Parmesan and mozzarella.
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WhereYat.com | September 2022 35 Neyow’s Creole Cafe 3332 Bienville 504-827-5474St.neyows.com Oyster Grill • Full Bar • Patio Seating Your Jazz & Heritage Fest Destination! Neyows.com Book Your Next Function at Neyow’s NeyowsPalace.comPalace XLpalaceCREOLE CAFE Neyow’s Palace 3317 Bienville NeyowsPalace.com504-304-0670St. Neyow’s XL 3336 Bienville XL.Neyows.com504-503-1081St. Fine Dining • Live Jazz Neyow’s XL.Neyows.comXL
Manning’s Sports Bar & Grill is the ultimate living room for watching the big game. You’ll enjoy traditional pub fare such as nachos, chicken tenders, and jalapeño poppers. Order a warm plate of beignets with powdered sugar and a caramel drizzle. 228 Poydras St., 504593-8118, caesars.com/harrahs-new-orleans
AMERICAN Café Normandie at the Higgins Hotel is next door to the National World War II Museum. The newly opened restaurant features French-influenced dishes, such as crab beignets and snapper almondine, among many other delicious options. 1000 Magazine St., 504-528-1941, higginshotelnola.com
Houmas House & Gardens is perfect for a day trip. Visit the Carriage House and enjoy Louisiana ribs or turtle soup, or head to Latil’s Landing for more upscale offerings and a diverse wine menu. Dixie Café offers a full breakfast and lunch buffet. 401336 LA-942, Darrow, 225-473-9380, houmashouse.com
The Steakhouse at Harrah’s uses local, regional ingredients to make blackenedsuchsteakhousesavoryclassicsasribeye,strip,and filet mignon. They also serve fresh seafood, handcrafteddesserts,decadentandcocktails.
Ernst Café is the oldest continually operating bar in the Warehouse District. Aside from their craft cocktails like the Fulton 75 or Ernst Cup, they also have tasty creole dishes and sandwiches to choose from. 600 S. Peters St., 504-525-8544, ernstcafe.com
2609 Harvard 504-455-3250,Ave., spudlys.com
Taste of Memphis BBQ Joint is a barbecue restaurant and caterer that has authentic Memphisstyle BBQ such as classic pulled pork sandwiches, smoked ribs, or hot wings. You can also get your BBQ bologna or BBQ spaghetti fix here. 135 S. Dorgenois St., 504-596-8227, facebook.com/ tasteofmemphisbbqjoint
Ugly Dog Saloon is a great New Orleans’ spot to catch the big game and get tangy, smoky BBQ. The menu features classic smoked meats like ribs, burnt ends, and even sampling platters, along with inventive house favorites, such as the Lafitte Pig. 401 Andrew Higgins Blvd., 504-569-8459, theuglydogsaloon.com
Luke is a Creole-inspired brasserie offering French and German cuisines. The restaurant’s raw bar offers Gulf seafood and oysters, fresh-caught mussels with fries, and pork schnitzel. 333 St. Charles Ave., 504-3782840, lukeneworleans.com
Le Bon Temps Roule is an iconic Uptown bar featuring live music and is known for their tasty Bloody Mary's. Their menu features the traditional bar food selections of hamburgers, sandwiches, and satisfying sides. 801 Magazine St., 504-897-3448, lbtrnola.com
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Willa Jean is a lovely retro-chic spot, and their avocado toast and biscuit station, in particular, sets them apart from the competition. They offer toasts and sandwiches along with sweet treats like southern coconut cake. 611 O’Keefe Ave., 504-509-7334, willajean.com
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Jimmy J’s Café is the funkiest diner to have a cup of joe or a Bloody Mary, eggs rancho, Monte Cristo French toast, or poached eggs Tuscan style, 24/7. Not a breakfast fan? Jimmy J’s po-boys, soups, and salads will satisfy your palate. 115 Chartres St., 504-309-9360, jimmyjscafe.com
Gattuso’s Neighborhood Restaurant is a great spot on the Westbank offering delicious choices such as grilled shrimp wraps, catfish bites, and sweet chili wings. And if you have a puppo, outdoor seating is available. 435 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, 504-3681114, gattusos.net
New Orleans Vampire Café is a dining experience to die for. Sink your fangs into tempting dishes including fried deviled eggs, vampire burgers, and braised pork bellies. Enjoy spiked snowballs, doberge cake, death by chocolate cake, or a “blood” cocktail. 801 Royal St., 504-581-0801, nolavampirecafe.com
Josephine Estelle focuses on seasonal ingredients that help blend classic Italian recipes with Southern flavors.
Spudly’s Super Spuds has the best baked potatoes in town. They specialize in unique baked potato dishes like the pizza spud, shrimply put, and chicken delight. They also serve po-boys,sandwiches,andsalads.
The Tasting Room, in New Orleans’ Lower Garden District, offers wine and cocktails alongside decadent dishes. Enjoy a charcuterie or cheese board with wine or have a full meal, with choices like pasta, filets, and garlicky shrimp. 1906 Magazine St., 504-766-6390, ttrneworleans.com Stumpy’s Hatchet House pairs alcohol and hatchet throwing. They offer throwing pits to hone your tomahawk chucking abilities, along with beer and wine. Enjoy their tasty bar snacks for the perfect night out.
BARSWITH GREATFOOD Bar Marilou is a classic French-style spot tucked secretively along the side of the new Maison de la Luz hotel. They offer delicious cocktails, wines, and small plates to pair with them, including sumptuous seared scallops and foie gras. 544 Carondelet St., 504-8147711, barmarilou.com Down the Hatch is a bar and grill, boasting are open for late night grub and offer an outdoor patio. 1921 Sophie Wright Pl., 504-522-0909, downthehatchnola.com
Carmo is a unique café and bar blending flavors from the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and beyond. They cater to vegan customers and anyone who loves global cuisine, offering selections like vegan ceviche and Burmese tea leaf salad. 527 Julia St., 504-875-4132, cafecarmo.com
The Vintage is one of the best places on Magazine Street to grab a bite and people watch. Their traditional beignets and mouthwatering sandwiches are a wonderful accompaniment to their extensive wine list. 3121 Magazine St., 504-324-7144, thevintagenola.com
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Lakeview Harbor Restaurant & Bar is a cozy spot right by the lake that is perfect to watch the sun set. They make good po-boys, wings, steaks, and fried pickles. 8550 Pontchartrain Blvd., 504-486-4887, lakeviewharbor.us
Parkway Bakery and Tavern has been proudly serving Bayou St. John with po-boys, beer, and baked goods since 1911. Its menu boasts some of the best sandwiches in the city, and its classic neighborhood feel just can’t be beat. 538 Hagan Ave, parkwaypoorboys.com
228 Poydras St., 504-533-6111, harrahs-new-orleans
Legacy Kitchen Steak & Chop cooks some mean steaks. Whether you prefer filets, ribeyes, or tomahawk, know that your taste buds will thank you. You’ll also love the chicken & waffles, south beach shrimp tacos, and crawfish cornbread skillet. 91 Westbank Expy. #51, Gretna, 504-513-2603, legacykitchen.com
Legacy Kitchen Craft Tavern is a great place to enjoy delicious beignets, avocado toast, or chicken & waffles. Coming for dinner? Try their shrimp tacos, pan-roasted salmon, and redfish Pontchartrain. 700 Tchoupitoulas St. #3612, 504-613-2350, legacykitchen.com
Curio is your ideal French Quarter eatery with a menu including Creole favorites such as shrimp and grits and a tasty crawfish cavatappi pasta. They also offer an extensive beer and wine list. 301 Royal St., 504-7174198, curionola.com
ASIAN Asia is a great place to take a break from the slots in Boomtown Casino. The menu features Chinese dishes such as szechuan beef and lo mein noodles. You can also order one of their Vietnamese classics like a hot bowl of pho. 4132 Peters Rd., Harvey, 504-3667711, boomtownneworleans.com
Mikimoto Japanese Restaurant has been a favorite for sushi in New Orleans since 1999. This locally owned restaurant offers freshly made sushi including sashimi and specialty rolls like the Nola Roll (baked), the Mango Mania Roll, and the South Carrollton Roll. 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., 504-488-1881,mikimotosushi.com
JB’s Fuel Dock, on the waterfront of the New Basin Canal, fires up cheesy, delicious pizzas. This dockside property offers an intimate experience and if pizza isn’t your style, the kitchen whips up a daily selection of rotating specials to satiate your appetite. 128 S Roadway St., 504-510-2260, jbsfueldock.com
Flamingo A-Go-Go is a prime outdoor spot for New Orleanians with on-tap “flocktails” paired with appetizers including the garlic parmesan chicken bites or pepper jack boudin bombers. Stop in for fun day drinking and bottomless mimosa brunching. 869 Magazine St., 504-577-2202, flamingonola.com
Peacock Room, located in the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, offers crawtator crushed oysters and cheewee fries, which put a fancy twist on the usual bar food staples. Bartenders are experts at making tasty cocktails. 501 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-571-1818, peacockroomnola.com
Bearcat Café offers quality breakfast and lunch cuisine for health enthusiasts and culinary gluttons alike. They have two New Orleans’ locations, with its spinoff, Bearcat CBD, including a dinner menu of locally-sourced ingredients and seasonal dishes. Multiple Locations, bearcatcafe.com
Caffe! Caffe! has a welcoming atmosphere to enjoy a quick and tasty lunch, with local favorites being the grilled caesar pita and the Caffe! Caffe! take on the muffuletta. They have breakfast options like the classic egg, cheese, and bacon biscuit. Multiple Locations, caffecaffe.com 1000 Magazine St., 504-528-1941, higginshotelnola.com
ITALIAN A Tavola Restaurant and Wine Bar is a modern take on traditional Italian cuisine. They offer delicious wood-fired pizzas and savory antipasti alongside soups, salads, paninis, and a wide range of other Italian staples. 3413 Veterans Blvd., 504-577-2235, atavo.la Alto Rooftop Bar at the Ace Hotel is a great location to vibe poolside in the heart of downtown New Orleans. The bar offers a selection of canned alcoholic beverages, draughts, and classic signature cocktails along with pizzas and wings. 600 Carondelet St., 504-9001180, acehotel.com
Domenica, located in the Roosevelt Hotel, is firmly rooted in Italian traditions. They have amazing handmade pastas and Napolitano style pizzas which are complemented well by their Italian wine and seasonal craft cocktail selections. 123 Baronne St., 504-648-6020, domenicarestaurant.com
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Crescent City Steaks offers steaks made of primeaged beef and cooked the New Orleans’ way—sizzled in butter. Louisiana’s oldest family-owned steakhouse consistently includes steaks like filets wrapped in bacon to cowboy ribeyes. 1001 N. Broad St., 504-8213271, crescentcitysteaks.com
The Ruby Slipper Café is known for delicious breakfast/brunch options such as fried green tomatoes and Bananas Foster pain perdu. Start your morning off right with their award-winning Bloody Mary. Multiple Locations, therubyslippercafe.net
Daisy Dukes is committed to providing you the best Southern fixins in the city 24/7, such as blackened alligator sausage, shrimp po-boys, gumbo, and fried green tomatoes. Pair your food with their awardwinning Cajun Bloody Mary. Multiple Locations, daisydukesrestaurant.com
Cho Thai serves delicious Thai food by Thailand native Chef Jimmy Cho. The menu features classics including pad thai, pork laab, and short rib khao soi noodle soup. They blend elements of Thai street food and home cooking. 3218 Magazine St., 504-381-4264, chothairestaurant.com
Evangeline offers classics such as gumbo and etouffee, with a separate weekend brunch menu featuring specials including fried alligator and waffles and crab cake benedict. They source ingredients directly from local markets and fishermen. 329 Decatur St., 504-373-4852, evangelineneworleans.com
1838 Napoleon Ave., 504-895 4877, pascalsmanale.com
Pizza Domenica is the best place to enjoy as close to authentic Italian pizza as you’ll find. Pizza Domenica has both white and red pizzas with a thin, delicious crust. Try their savory pies with an order of garlic knots and finish with lemon pound cake. Multiple Locations, pizzadomenica.com
Shaya is a James Beard award-winning restaurant serving modern Israeli cuisine. They offer amazing hummus options paired with fresh baked pita, and they also serve craft cocktails or quality wines imported from Israel and Lebanon. 4213 Magazine St., 504-891-4213, shayarestaurant.com
The seared scallops and the 48-hour braised beef short ribs are absolutely to die for. 600 Carondelet St., 504-930-3070, josephineestelle.com
Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco has authentic Peruvian cuisine, with the ceviche being an easy stand out. They also have an extensive beer and pisco list to go alongside the menu. Get a taste of South America right here in New Orleans. 5015 Magazine St., 504-267-7612, titoscevichepisco.com
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MIDDLE EASTERN Lebanon’s Café is one of the top Middle Eastern restaurants in New Orleans. Expect to enjoy traditional Mediterranean classics such as tabbouleh salad and chicken shawarma, with their famous Lebanese tea to wash it all down. 1500 S. Carrollton Ave., 504862-6200, lebanonscafe.com
Mr. Tequila Bar & Grill located on Freret Street, dishes up Mexican cuisine with a Tex-Mex twist. Enjoy a refreshing tequila and choose from fajitas, tacos, quesadillas, or enchiladas. Don’t forget to order a side of chips with the dip trio. 5018 Freret St., 504-766-9660, mrtequilanola.com
Pascal’s Manale’s claim to fame is being the birthplace of the world-famous BBQ shrimp, prepared in the shell with a tangy, spicy sauce. They also have delicious, savory steak entrees available. Grab some oysters before your meal and see why Pascal’s has long been an Uptown staple.
NEWORLEANS CUISINE Annunciation Restaurant is a Warehouse District gem offering modern takes on traditional Creole dishes. Try some of their creative dishes amidst an atmosphere of flickering candles for an elegant evening in the bistro. 1016 Annunciation St, 504-568-0245, annunciationrestaurant.com
Café Amelie in the French Quarter is named after the building’s former resident, Amelie Miltenberger— mother to the first American princess of Monaco. The spirit of the Vieux Carré can be felt in this cozy spot, complete with excellent coffee, pastries, plates, and NOLA charm. 900 Royal Street, cafeamelie.com Crescent City Brewhouse is a premier French Quarter destination for freshly brewed craft beers–all of the brewing done in-house. Order a flight to enjoy samples of their pilsner, wheat beer, and other brews, accompanied with a delicious and refreshing oyster platter. 527 Decatur St., 504-522-0571, crescentcitybrewhouse.com
House of Blues New Orleans is a good place to eat before a night in the French Quarter. Choose from delicious southern-style options such as fried chicken, Cajun chicken pasta, and shrimp & grits. There’s also live music in the club that’ll keep you tapping your foot. 225 Decatur St., 504-310-4999, houseofblues.com
Le Chat Noir is a new restaurant with drink selections that are catered to their entree menu. Their oyster bar offers chargrilled and fresh oysters shucked daily. Le Chat Noir uses locally sourced ingredients and modern open fire techniques. 715 St. Charles Ave., 504381-0045, lechatnoirnola.com
Desire Oyster Bar is located in the iconic Royal Sonesta Hotel. Featuring delicious Creole food and seafood, they are best known for their oysters. They have a raw oyster bar where you can get a dozen freshly shucked oysters or order them chargrilled. 300 Bourbon St., 504-553-2281, sonesta.com
Mosca’s Restaurant has been the favorite Italian restaurant on the Westbank for over 60 years. Mosca’s entrée dishes are made from scratch, and standouts include their signature oysters Mosca or the chicken cacciatore. 4137 US-90 W., Westwego, 504-436-8950, moscasrestaurant.com
Tavolino Pizza & Lounge is the go-to spot for pizza and fun on the West Bank. Located in picturesque Algiers Point, Tavolino specializes in thin crust pizzas like the Behrman Hwy and That’s a Spicy Meatball. 141 Delaronde St., Algiers, 504-605-3365, tavolinonola.com
LATINAMERICAN Empanola is a home to New Orleans’ tastiest empanadas. There are plenty of Latin-inspired and Louisiana-influenced plates as well as vegetarian options. During Mardi Gras, they feature a Latin inspired king cake with Guava cream cheese. Multiple Locations, 504-582-9378, empanolaempanadas.com Felipe’s Mexican Taqueria is home to some of the best margaritas and tacos in town. If you want great tacos, choose from either the Mexico City tacos, Baja style, or the gringos tacos. They also offer quesadillas, bowls, and burritos. Multiple Locations, felipestaqueria.com
Mandina’s Restaurant is a New Orleans favorite for both Italian classics and seafood. Filet mignon, shrimp remoulade, crab fingers in wine sauce, and Gulf fish amandine with fries are just a few of their delicious entrees. They’ve been serving the city for eight decades. 3800 Canal St., 504-482-9179, mandinasrestaurant.com Mother’s Restaurant not only has delicious baked ham, but some of the best red beans and rice in the Big Easy. Their menu features all day breakfast, so
Venezia specializes in home-style Italian cooking with a New Orleans’ flair. Their original stone oven pizza and other authentic cuisines, such as chicken marsala, are a hit for the entire family. 134 N. Carrollton Ave., 504-488-7991, venezianeworleans.net
MIDDLE EAST CUISINE √ A HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE 1500 S. CARROLLTON √ UPTOWN TELEPHONE: 862-6200/862-0768 LEBANON’S CAFE DINNERS Shish Kabob (Chicken, Lamb or Beef) √ Lula Kabob (Lamb) √ Humus w/ Lamb Meat √ Rosemary Lamb Chops Lunch & Dinner Daily (Closed on Tuesdays) Great Selection Of Vegetarian Dishes APPETIZERS Humus √ Falafel √ Bathenjan Dip (Roasted Eggplant w/ Garlic) √ Vegetarian Grape Leaves
Nephew’s Ristorante has been serving authentic Sicilian and Italian creole dishes to the New Orleans people for decades. Their menu features entrees like eggplant parmigiana and grilled rosemary chicken, with side items such as frog legs, stuffed shrimp, and soft-shell crabs. 4445 W. Metairie Ave., 504-533-9998, nephewsristorante.com
Nice Guys Bar & Grill lives up to its name with a nice selection of traditional bar and grilled offerings. A great spot to catch the big game with friends, try the char-grilled oysters and drunken’ wings coated with alcohol-infused sauces. 7910 Earhart Blvd., 504302-2404, niceguysbarandgrillnola.com
Neyow’s XL offers more Neyow’s flavors in a more formal setting right next door to the original. Some of the restaurant’s authentic Creole dishes include corn and crab bisque and jumbo crab cakes. Neyow’s XL also has an excellent selection of frozen drinks. 3336 Bienville St., 504-503-1081, xl.neyows.com
Trenasse is a contemporary Cajun-Creole restaurant in the InterContinental Hotel. They offer crawfish pie, boudin balls, and Unca Duke’s BBQ shrimp, as well as oysters on the half shell, gratin, Rockefeller, and with smoked gruyere and pancetta. 4444 St. Charles Ave, 504-680-7000, trenasse.com
Willie Mae’s Scotch House has been serving New Orleans fried chicken since 1957. Whether it is fried, baked, or in a sandwich, Willie Mae’s chicken is the best in the city. They also have a nice selection of frozen drinks and beers. Multiple Locations, 504-822-9503, williemaesnola.com
stop in any time to enjoy a shrimp Creole omelet or crawfish etouffee. Arrive early on the weekends to avoid waiting in line. 401 Poydras St., 504-5239656, mothersrestaurant.net
Felix’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar has been a true French Quarter staple for more than 70 years. Their oysters are the restaurant’s main draw, but Felix’s also has delicious turtle soup alongside other Cajun dishes. They have Lakefront, Gulfport, and Mandeville locations. Multiple Locations, felixs.com
SEAFOOD Briquette provides delicious seafood and creole food fare, just blocks from Harrah’s Casino. With an 18foot display of fresh fish, they offer delicious seafood dishes such as caramelized scallops. 701 S. Peters St., 504-302-7496, briquette-nola.com Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop is NOLA’s one-stop-shop for great gumbo. Get your gumbo customized with fried catfish, fried oysters, or crabmeat, along with cheesy mac or potato salad. The food here is made with locally sourced ingredients. 2309 N. Causeway Blvd., 504-835-2022, gumbostop.com
Orleans Grapevine Wine Bar & Bistro offers an intimate atmosphere that is perfect for a date night. The double-cut pork chop is just one of many delicious entrees to pair with wine from one of the largest wine selections in the city. 720 Orleans Ave., 504-5231930, orleansgrapevine.com
Seaworthy has quality, hand-crafted cocktails with fresh oysters served on the half shell. Mussels, crabmeat dip, and fried gulf shrimp are just a few of the other savory seafood dishes on offer. Top it all off with a rich banana bread pudding for dessert. 630 Carondelet St., 504-930-3071, seaworthynola.com
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Parkway Bakery and Tavern offers sixteen classic po-boys and a multitude of other sandwiches served on freshly baked bread. Parkway also serves Bloody Mary’s, Cajun side dishes, and delicious desserts. 538 Hagan Ave., 504-482-3047, parkwaypoorboys.com
Short Stop Poboys has been dishing out tasty po-boys in Metairie since 1966. They have over 30 po-boys, with sides ranging from chips to homemade gumbo. After your po-boy, try their lemon meringue pie or white chocolate bread pudding. 119 Transcontinental Dr., 504-885-4572, shortstoppoboysno.com
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Nonno’s serves up home cooked, traditional Cajun cuisine and pastries and offers breakfast 24/7. Nonno’s has a little something for everybody including classic po-boys and fresh baked goods made daily. 1940 Dauphine St., 504-354-1364, nonnoscajuncuisineandpastries.com
The Galley Seafood offers tasty surf and turf appetizers for your whole party to enjoy. Sit out on their patio and try some of the Cajun house specials such as paneed veal and white beans and rice. 2535 Metairie Rd., 504-832-0955, thegalleyseafood.net Legacy Kitchen’s Tacklebox has a great oyster bar and provides quality southern comfort food. Try their take on the NOLA classic trio of gumbo, jambalaya, and red beans and rice. They also offers a daily brunch with items such as a Bananas Foster waffle. 817 Common St., 504-827-1651, legacykitchen.com
NOLA’s Wings & Things serves awesome wings, but there are also options like gumbo, collard greens, and red beans & rice. Be sure to try NOLA’s favorite spicy chicken sandwich, which is stuffed with kale and pickles. 7906 Earhart Blvd., 504-435-8117, facebook.com/nolaswingsandthings
3332 Bienville St., 504-827-5474, neyows.com
New Orleans Creole Cookery offers a beautiful indoor and outdoor dining space in the French Quarter. Try the massive seafood tower, with crab maison, shrimp cocktail, and shrimp remoulade. They also have classic New Orleans dishes including jambalaya, crawfish étouffée, and shrimp Creole.
Neyow’s Creole Café is a well known Mid-City spot that is renowned for its Creole-inspired dishes. Go for some of their NOLA classics such as char-grilled oysters, southern fried chicken, BBQ shrimp, and keep an eye out for their weekly specials.
Restaurant August is in a beautiful 19th century French-Creole building, so the atmosphere matches the elegant cuisine. They offer contemporary Creole dishes such as torchon of foie gras, poached lobster ravioli, and scallop almandine. 301 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-299-9777, restaurantaugust. com
510 Toulouse St.,504-524-9632, neworleanscreolecookery.com
Bar Marilou 544 Carondelet St. 504-814-7711
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Across the street from the historic New Orleans Jazz Museum, Jinx Bar & Grill is an ode to pop culture. It boasts handcrafted cocktails, rotating craft beers, and delicious food. Jinx’s casual atmosphere will get the party started. Kilroy’s at the Higgins 480 Andrew Higgins Blvd., 504-528-1941 Come enjoy their playful cocktails in a snazzy setting. Their menu includes Cajun classics and modern creations.
Carondelet barmarilou.comSt@barmarilou A spirited sanctuary in the heart of New You’reOrleans.invited. MAKE RESERVATIONS TO JOIN US BEFORE OR AFTER THE GAME! 1200 Poydras St. Suite 103 | 504- 577-2937 | stumpyshh.com/neworleansla GET OUT OF THROWINGINTOSUNTHEANDTHEPITS!
Pal’s Lounge is the perfect place to be if you feel like having a drink at “witching hour.” Stay awake with their house cocktails, beers, and many other different kinds of brews.
Jinx Bar and Grill 91 French Market Pl., 504-510-2797
This award-winning bar in the Royal Frenchmen Hotel has a stylish ambiance, live entertainment, and a beautiful courtyard. The delicious specialty cocktails are truly amazing.
This bar and grill is a special spot in the Garden District for delicious and reasonably priced food and drinks. The Hell’s Kitchen Wings are delicious, as well as the many different starters, sandwiches, and burgers.
Ugly Dog Saloon 401 Andrew Higgins Blvd 504-569-8549
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If you want to see all of the hottest sports action, then you need to go to the Jimani. A New Orleans favorite for over 40 years, the bar has over 100 beers that you can choose from!
Peacock Room 501 Tchoupitoulas St. 504-324-3073
Stumpy’s Hatchet House 1200 Poydras St., Suite C 504-577-2937
Manning’s 519 Fulton 504-593-8118St. If you’d like to see the next Saints or LSU game on over 30 flat screens, then you have to go to Manning’s Sports Bar. Get into a local sports mood by ordering the Manning’s Mardi Gras Punch.
Evangeline 329 Decatur 504-373-4852St.
The Metropolitan 310 Andrew Higgins Blvd. 504-568-1702, Located in Generations Hall, the Metropolitan is a great venue option for anyone looking to party the night away. The space offers two-stories filled with dance floors, spaces for DJs, and multiple bars.
Located in Mid-City, this indoor/outdoor oasis is a hub of game day fun, great drinks, and good times. Plus, it’s pet friendly for a night out with the pup! 544
The Fillmore prides itself in providing legendary experiences to its patrons. Not only is it the perfect setting for live entertainment, the creative food, signature cocktails, and craft beer are all great.
Martine’s Lounge 2347 Metairie 504-831-8637Rd. Martine’s provides a very friendly and comfortable atmosphere in Old Metairie. Not only is there darts and video poker, they serve up great wines, tasty cocktails, and a large selection of beer.
Tropical Isle helps make Bourbon Street internationally famous. Everyone knows that if you go to Tropical Isle, you gotta get a Hand Grenade, aka New Orleans’ "most powerful drink."
Alto offers truly great views of New Orleans. After you’re done chilling in the rooftop pool, order yourself some thirstquenching cocktails like the Paloma or the Great Ulysses.
Alto (Ace Hotel) 600 Carondelet St. 504-900-1180
Evangeline’s courtyard is perfect for sipping on some of the locally craft beers they offer. The Rum Punch and Strawberry Blonde cocktails are also fruity and delicious. Happy hour is from 3 to 6 p.m. daily. Fillmore New Orleans 6 Canal 504-881-1555St.
Not only is Bar Marilou very trendy, the food and drinks on offer are fantastic. There are all kinds of drinks to choose from, such as the Jardin De Mémé and the Heloïse Down the Hatch 1921 Sophie Wright Pl. 504-522-0909
Babylon Bar 2917 Harvard 504-324-9961Ave., Banks Street Bar is a true neighborhood bar in Mid-City. This local favorite has it all: sports, darts, drinks, music, and more. Check out their Facebook (facebook.com/BabylonSportsBar) for info on upcoming events and killer karaoke nights.
Pal’s Lounge 949 N. Rendon St. 504-488-7257
This eclectic venue has all of the amenities needed for a perfect night out. Listen to brass bands and electronic DJs at The Rabbit Hole's downstairs bar and stage or get some fresh air at their outdoor stage area.
Marsh Room 740 Rye 504-571-5733St.
Royal Frenchmen Hotel 700 Frenchmen St., #1614 504-619-9660
Offering an elevated cocktail bar experience, The Peacock Room’s large drink menu has anything you could want. Perhaps you’d like one of the “Old Birds” like a Sazerac or the Washouko Mary.
Tracey’s Irish Channel Bar 2604 Magazine St. 504-897-5413
Ugly Dog Saloon is a great place to enjoy a beer and one of the city’s best pulled pork sandwiches. With a full bar and game day platters, it’s the perfect spot to meet up with friends. This place is more than a barbeque joint for sure. Wrong Iron 3532 Toulouse St., 504-302-1503
Tracey’s is a fantastic place to hang out at and not just for St. Patrick’s Day! Their extensive beer catalog includes hundreds of different bottles and six draught taps. Tropical Isle Multiple 504-523-1927Locations
Lots A Luck Tavern was recently voted as the #1 spot for bar games in New Orleans by Where Y’at Magazine ’s readers. Try your hand at mini golf or cornhole or sip a refreshing drink at their outdoor seating area.
Stumpy’s is the best place in NOLA to try your hand at throwing a hatchet. After you work up a sweat, you can grab some food and drinks while there. Have a day out with your friends!
House of Blues 225 Decatur 504-310-4999St. Not only is the live entertainment at House of Blues great, the Southern-inspired food and refreshing drinks are fantastic as well! You can enjoy plenty of different beer and cocktails.
The Marsh Room is a Metairie classic, offering an outdoor patio, live music selections, and great drinks at even better prices.
Lots A Luck Tavern 203 Homedale St. 504-483-0978
The Rabbit Hole 1228 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. 504-354-9709
Jimani 141 Chartres 504-524-0493St.
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T his is my “Thank You” to teachers, librarians, and all others involved in education from principals to cafeteria workers. I salute you. “Back to school days” were never something I looked forward to. I have always been taken aback when a kid tells me they can’t wait for school to start. I never fully connected with school. Sure, I made some good friends through the years and managed to learn a thing or two, but much of it was an exercise in procrastination.Delayingmy homework assignments was a thing. Starting the first grade a year late didn’t garner me any cred among classmates who thought I had “failed” kindergarten. My birth date fell in an awkward place for enrollment, and I had a bit of a speech impediment that I outgrew quickly—my speech therapist said I was just in too big of a hurry to get my words out. Whatever. Insecurity and what was, and still to this day is, most likely ADHD were packed into my school box alongside pencils and plenty of erasers. Having gone to Catholic school for eight years—I was set free of the nuns when I shifted to public high school—I never got to enjoy back-to-school shopping for my wardrobe. I was fitted for uniforms and ugly saddle shoes, and my creative spirit just hated this. Of course, as an adult, I now see much merit in uniforms, and those shoes look kinda cool nowadays. Aside from fashion, don’t get me started on the rather repressed nuns with rulers, and the strong grip Sister Agnes had when yanking my hair to reign me in. Funny, I must have had the last of the old guard of nuns because years later, some of my heroes of social justice were Catholic nuns. In fact, a dear friend of mine is a nun. It is a given that I was a little heathen; therefore, a teacher, especially a nun, had every reason to regard me as an adversary. But I was also scared of them and not very understanding of the penguin outfit they wore, and even more intimidated by the arithmetic applied to the blackboard with that nail scratching squeal from the chalk. Oh! very little about school appealed to me except for recess and those little cartons of chocolate milk. High school was more exciting and allowed for a bit of fashion sense to develop, but I still hadn’t mastered the art of learning. Certainly, there were teachers and curriculums that engaged me, but I still glazed over in pure terror during algebra. I passed only because my haveart—Imybutwasthestraight-ahead-hostage-eye-contactstare-withmathpresentedonthechalkboardmistakenforeffortandconcentration,itwasnothingmorethanmeholdingbreathuntilthebellrang.Englishandlovedboth,butIsuspectIcouldbeenmorestudious. My senior year was spent skipping classes and escaping the campus like a soldier under fire. I was really good at this. When not belly crawling my way to freedom, I did attend all three lunch breaks—cafeteria food back then was home-made, and I really was dedicated to showing my respect to the kitchen staff by showing up for seconds and thirds. Needless to say, I did clearly see the handwriting on the wall and knew I would lack the credits to graduate with my Class of ’72, so I took the initiative to drop out and spare everyone any further drama. Upon reflection, I have come to question the wisdom of that decision. Despite my less than sensible exit from formal education, I have few regrets about the path my life took afterwards. I easily landed in the wonderful and wacky world of food and beverage. I was extremely lucky to be articulate, smart, and white. Yes, being white opened doors for me that more deserving folks of color were not privy to. I am not particularly proud of my skin color, but it allowed me jobs and apartments that my Black friends struggled to get.Aside from this guilt segue, I am reasonably happy with my career and experiences, but if I had it to do over again, I would like to have learned more. And I wish I had been guided or counseled in ways to deal with my deficiencies in focus and whatever the heck made not only math but most of school so frightening. We didn’t have names for dyslexia, ADHD, and all those things. My mom called it my lack of “stick-to-it-iveness;” therefore, I always thought this was a flaw that I should control—that it was my fault. Mom wasn’t being mean. I just must’ve seemed lazy. Now, I suspect that I simply didn’t have the tools to work it out. Teachers today have so many more “tools” to work with and to assist students. Of course, students need to do their part and many do. I am so impressed with Mayor Eric Adams of New York. He was diagnosed with a learning disability in college, and, today, he is introducing dyslexia screenings into his central policy. Sometimes, things do really change for the Inbetter.recent years, I’ve come to revere teachers. I also realize, a bit late, that I had some amazing teachers and wish I could have reached out to them to say thank you. The best I can do is thank those involved today in education for their service. For without good teachers, our chances for a smarter and more just world are slim. I enjoy telling teachers that one day, maybe not now, but there will be a time when that student they feel they can’t reach, can’t influence, will sing their praises—albeit later in life. To all who gave of themselves to teach me: Thanks, your efforts did pay off. Debbie Lindsey
H ow old am I? I was old when groups like the Raspberries, Strawberry Alarm Clock, and The 1910 Fruitgum Company were making money with bad beats and childish lyrics. I was old when the Doors, the Grateful Dead, and Big Brother and the Holding Company (with Janis Joplin) made my head explode. I was still older when industrial, heavy metal, electronic, hip hop, rap, and woke music snuck their way into my aural aura. I digested folk music at an early age, I swooned over progressive jazz in my formative years, and I still get misty on classical and symphonic music. I am at peace with that Eastern Raga, and I jump up and kiss reggae tunes. Country and western music and rhythm and blues really can get me going, and I can sing along with Marvin Gaye and Sam Cooke ‘til the train rolls in. All of which makes me a well rounded and dedicated revolutionary. Who better equipped to rail against the machine? Add to that that I am an insatiable reader of just as many genres as the music that I listen to. I disappeared into books when I was young like someone running into the woods and have not returned yet. I was born old and have only gotten younger and more energetic with each trip around the sun—my getting younger does not mean that I’ve gotten naive, quite the opposite. I have seen and have an aversion to cruelty, injustice, and the self-serving hypocrisy, misogyny, and the mendacity of people who, through no consent of mine, believe themselves fit and in charge of the health and well being of more than themselves, bastards all. You see, basically, you cannot have all that stuff running around in your veins and gray cells without thinking that there should be something done to end this madness and insanity in the day-to-day living on this planet that only gets weirder and more hurtful as months and years pass. I can give you so many examples; however, good taste has me avoiding topics in my rants that include sex, politics, and religion. You, as astute as you are, can read between the lines and put context with my content to your heart’s delight. The average age of our readership is well below half my lifetime, and I wonder if experience and exposure hath not made my little outlook less rosy and/or sanguine. Youngsters might consider that I, as well as other geezers, have been witness to events and conditions that are possibly unimaginable to a younger generation: abject racism, sexism, fires, floods, storms, wars, assassinations, civil liberties fought for and won (or lost), earthquakes, devastations, and defeats of all stripes. That that might tend to drizzle a bit on an oldster’s current outlook, but know that under it all, I maintain a quixotic sense that good will triumph over evil, no matter the scars that we must carry forth for our efforts, no matter how many times “heaven calls in sick on me and let hell’s claws bust through these doors. Love still lives here,” as Robert J. Sherrah says. Amen. So this month will be full of storms, and as I live and breathe, I can assure you that at times, it will seem like “cheer up things could be worse” is only an assurance that even when you cheer up, things get worse. If you’ve been paying attention at all and are not so busy trying to keep your life from falling apart physically, mentally, and emotionally, you’ll have seen the clouds on the horizon looking like the storm of your existence is about to blow this house to the Kingdom of L. Frank Baum where your spirit will be risked at great expense. There will be times when someone will tell you, “you ain’t seen nuthin’ yet” and have it sound like an omen. Of course it is, but they only say that because their memory has not let go of their experiences— good or not good. The only challenge with that is they are not you—you are the warrior, no matter your age. In essence, we’re all living with our own battle of good versus evil, and it’s up to us to keep up the fight. The powers that have taken it upon themselves to make decisions about our health and welfare need to be kept challenged on a constant basis, no matter how tiring and frustrating it may be. The bastards need that power taken away from them. I say, pay attention to that person behind the curtain. Would you have tea, buy a car, take a pill, or vote with confidence for them? Would you invite them into your house, share a meal or a bed with them, trust your children or your money with them, trust and let them tell you what’s best for you and not what they can benefit from? Listen, there’s a story going around about a small country that has been invaded by and is at war with a power far superior in assets and weaponry than they, and yet they fight for their land, freedom and dignity. The world watches and tries to support their efforts, and still they’re getting their asses kicked royally. And still they fight. How could you let complacency allow you to be less than them in your personal life? And yes, I said that this piece would avoid discourse on sex, politics and religion. I lied—he is naked.
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By Phil LaMancusa
Dreamer or What’s Goin’ On? It seems that these days are some of the darkest that we've seen, that wherever we turn, things are not turning out righteous. Still we hope and pray that whenever one person stands up and says, Wait a minute, this is wrong," it will help other people to do the same" (Anon). And yet no one will admit the Emperor has no clothes."
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Where Y'at (WYA): So how do you use something like film production as an education tool? Seth Harrison (SH): Well, for starters, I think everyone knows that the outer rim of New Orleans, specifically the East, comprises low-income crime-ridden neighborhoods. When individuals from our team go out to middle and high schools in the area, we’re essentially reinvesting valuable time into the children of these communities and exercising creative skills they could make money with in New Orleans. Unfortunately, these kids sometimes never even finish school and, from there, it’s maintaining multiple 9 to 5 jobs in a warehouse somewhere for moderate comfort, but, more often than not, they turn to crime in order to provide. Duties you learn on a film set like handling cables, plugging mics, operating sound, and building sets are so practical yet necessary and don’t require any big degree from anyone. People don’t realize that printing and handing out scripts, alone, is a job in itself. So we try to open doors for these kids they might not have realized they had. Film is collaborative so teaching kids at an early age to work as a team is crucial.
SH: Well, I attended Dillard University where I met four of our founding FRAMES
The image of what this city is to become, in the future, with the creative passion of our youth share, is a beautiful picture that hopefully inspires you as well. Their mission statement says it all: “Founded on the idea of telling authentic stories through the lenses of black artists, Broken Pictures has made it its mission to create masterpieces that showcase black excellence.”
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WYA: So what’s the next move for tomorrow? SH: To take over the world. Eventually, we’d love to extend our branches to places like Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, and maybe even back to L.A. Until then, we plan on furthering our community outreach around NOLA by growing our programs and letting people know that we’re here by means of our clients and media assistance—like this interview.
SH: Sure thing. To be completely transparent, I grew up in Long Beach, California in a divorced household. Hopping from house to house, I was what you’d call a TV child, consistently glued to the TV as an escape. Thus, a passion for movies found me at an early age. Years later, we’re cleaning my grandma’s house, and I come across these very beautiful pictures in broken frames and that’s what gave me the name. I see New Orleans as a beautiful picture inside of a broken frame.
WYA: I think that’s incredibly thoughtful. Can you give me a bit of background on yourself and the company’s conception?
WYA: How do you establish such connections? SH: We’ll meet them in social circles of clients we work with, at community events, or sometimes they’re even family. Right now, about forty-three percent of our crew have seen the inside of a jail cell, and when we’re ready, I’ll have no fear in posting ads up inside penitentiaries themselves.
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WYA: So how did you meet your team members and what distinguishes your team from other film businesses around here?
Working several small-time production gigs around town, I’ve had the chance to meet a wide variety of young dreamers on these sets trying to get their foot through the industry door: a powerlifter who sells party inflatables, a board-game entrepreneur, an aspiring actress by night and a professional chef by day—the characters are endless. One young man whose aspirations uniquely stood out was Seth Harrison, founder and CEO of local media production company, Broken Pictures LLC. Broken Pictures specializes in providing opportunities in the film and media trade for all those with a tough start on life, from underprivileged students to ex-convicts.
Mending the NOLA community one shot at a time.
WYA: Something intriguing you mentioned is the notion of hiring ex-convicts. Could you speak to that a bit more? SH: My uncle worked with the LA police department and was surrounded by troubled kids and young adults; however, I learned from a very young age that these people are still people who deserve second chances. Murderers are one thing, and we can tell who has less genuine intentions than others, but, y’know, so often being a convict is the frame these people are placed into for one reason or another. They’re still people with creative dreams.
If anyone out there feels called for this type of thing, they’ll be able to get in touch with me personally, shake my hand, and find a spot on the board. As quoted in Field of Dreams, “if you build it, they will come.”
Everyone knows that New Orleans is the ever-bustling production hub for your favorite movies, TV shows, and celebrity specials soon to hit the cheapest streaming service
By Grant Varner members, who all shared a passion for film and community. Initially, we wanted to specialize in projects and stories of Afro surrealism, without exclusively dealing with Black trauma like drug overdoses, racism, gang violence, etc. We figured the best way to appeal to mainstream audiences is to go more family friendly. For instance, Groundhog Day with Bill Murray has the simplest plot ever—he just repeats the same day over and over. Look what that became. Today we do commercials and ads for local businesses and artists. After meeting more creatives dancers, photographers, videographers, writers, etc. we’re an ever-growing media circuit. A few months ago, we had a little over eleven people, and now we’ve got about forty.
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T he previews for Bodies Bodies Bodies lead you to believe that it is a horror flick with a mad slasher on the loose. It is not. BBB is a satirical murder mystery that goofs on Generation Z. Lesbian couple Sophie (Amandla Stenberg) and Bee (Maria Bakalova) are going to a hurricane party at the house of Sophie's rich 20-something best friend David (Pete Davidson). Because most of the guests are friends of Sophie or David, Bee feels like the odd one out. It’s something that everyone can all relate to—being at a party with total strangers, at one time or another. During the storm, they all decide to play a game, Bodies Bodies Bodies, where everyone gets a slip of paper, and the person who gets the sheet with an “X” written on it is the “killer,” but only that person knows. The lights are then turned out, and if you get touched across the back, then you are dead. When the lights are put back on, the rest of the group tries to figure out who among them is the “killer.” Of course, someone really turns up dead, and then the fake friendships and backstabbing come out into the open. One of the problems with director Halina Reijn's film is that most of the characters are unlikable and annoying, so you kind of hope they die. It makes it I n the new James Ponsoldt’s (director/co-writer) film Summering, four girls, Daisy (Lia Barnett), Lola (Sanai Victoria), Dina (Madalen Mills), and Mari (Eden Grace Redfield), are spending their last week of wheninterruptedendeavorthathowever,inhangingWhileschool.middlebeforetogethervacationsummeroutaforest,istheycome
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difficult to spend an entire film with these types of people; however, screenwriter Sarah DeLappe does give the film clever and amusing lines such as, “David's dad can be a dick, but his politics check out,” or “They're not as nihilistic as they look on the Bakalovainternet.”plays the character the audience will gravitate towards, and she's the main reason the film works as well as it does. You will remember Bakalova from her fearless and hilarious performance as the wild child in Borat Subsequent Moviefilm (2020). BBB is nowhere near as hysterical as the classic Gen X dark comedy Heathers (1989), but it does have its moments. For most of its 94-minute running time, Bodies Bodies Bodies is a fairly efficient whodunnit with good performances, creepy atmosphere (inside a dark house during a rainstorm), droll mockery of Gen Z, and a weird but effective music score by Disasterpeace. The ending of the movie, however, is a cheat. Yes, the final revelation was funny, but it made the entire affair come off as a shaggy-dog story. That may tick off some audiences.
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across a dead body. There are definite echoes to Stand By Me, but that film involved the quest to find the body so the boys could get their names in the papers. Here, the girls’ motivations for not calling the police or the hospital when they find the body are unconvincing. It absolutely feels like a plot device. Summering’s strengths come from the moments where the characters are just talking to each other, whether it’s the girls or their mothers. One of the girls mentions she was always proud to be the oldest of the group, but she momentsage.middle-theyfriendsmaketooftenhowtalksofgreat.oldrealizesnowbeingisn’tthatOnethemomsaboutadultsforgetgooutandnewasreachThese feelTheauthentic.problem is that the dead body plot keeps intruding, and every time it does, the film feels stilted and unconvincing. Summering might have worked better if Ponsoldt (who has made a couple of very fine films in The Spectacular Now and The End of the Tour) had just let it be a hangout film. As is, it ends up being a mixed bag –Fritz Esker
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