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CONTENTS Features 6 8 20 34 36

Bobby Hebert Summer Restaurant Guide Extreme Food Challenges Good Eats in Odd Places Food Trucks Renaissance

Events & Nightlife 24 24 26 32 40

Idina Menzel Third Eye Blind Music Calendar Lakeside 2 Riverside Bar Guide

Dining 18 $20 and Under 22 Food News

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June 2017 Vol. 20 No. 11 Publisher/Editor-in-Chief: Josh Danzig Creative Director: Michael Fulkerson Assistant Editor: Kathy Bradshaw Movie Editors: David Vicari & Fritz Esker Copy Editor: Burke Bischoff Contributing Writers: Beau Ciolino, Emily Hingle, Kathy Bradshaw, Phil LaMancusa, Debbie Lindsey, Kim Ranjbar, Landon Murray, Krystral Christen, Leigh Wright, Emil Flemmon, Greg Roques, Asdrubal Quintero, Burke Bischoff, Steven Melendez, Anthony O'Donnell Director of Sales: Stephen Romero Cover Photo by Romney at Bobby Hebert's Cajun Cannon Restaurant Photographers & Designers: Gus Escanelle, Jason Hall, Steve Hatley, Romney Caruso, Jorge Menes, Kathy Bradshaw, Greg Roques, Finn Turnbull, Douglas Mason Interns: Samantha Yrle, Marissa Williams, Catherine Lockwood, Christina Killelea, Rebecca Pritchett, Blair Fleming, Jonathan Adler Subscribe: Receive 1 year (14 issues) for $30 and get a FREE Where Y’at CD. Subscribe today at WhereYat.com. Logo © 2017 All rights reserved Bruce Betzer, Legal Counsel: (504) 304-9952 Where Y’at Magazine 5500 Prytania St., #133 New Orleans, LA 70115 (504) 891-0144 info@whereyat.com | WhereYat.com

June brings the start of summer, which means everything from heat to hurricanes. But as locals living in New Orleans, now is our time to enjoy the city without the visiting tourists. With that, head out today to a new restaurant that you have never tried … our Summer Restaurant Guide is a great tool for just that. Many Saints fans hold a spot in their hearts for Bobby Hebert. The former quarterback brought us the first Saints playoff win in 1987 and the first division title in 1991. Andrew Alexander sits down with the Cajun Cannon to talk sports, food, and New Orleans. If you’re bored but hungry, consider an extreme food challenge! Burke Bischoff presents some of the city’s best challenges … from ice cream to burgers to pho. Having personally tried the Bayou Beast Challenge at Bayou Hot Wings, I can tell you that these challenges are only for the brave! Please join us on June 12 for the Hornitos Margarita Mix Off Finals at the rooftop pool of the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel. The party will start at 7 p.m. with no cover charge, and will feature complimentary food and margaritas. Arriba! -Josh Danzig, Publisher

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Culinary Cannon Bobby Hebert Serves Up the Finest to New Orleans By Andrew Alexander

o New Orleans sports fans, Bobby Hebert is an institution, first as a successful quarterback during the Saints’ first victorious era of football in the late 1980s and early 90s, then as one of the city’s premier sports voices on WWL radio. Nearly three decades after leading the Saints to the franchise’s first playoff appearance in 1987, Hebert is still making Big Easy sports fans smile, trading touchdowns for table service at his restaurant, Bobby Hebert’s Cajun Cannon. Known as the “Cajun Cannon” because of his bayou roots and powerful arm, the former quarterback’s restaurant is making a name for itself by attracting sports fans, foodies, and families alike. Located in Metairie on Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Bobby Hebert’s Cajun Cannon blends sports bar vibes with classic Louisiana dishes to create a laidback and delicious dining experience. “I liked the concept of having great food with a fun atmosphere that not only is awesome for watching spots, but a place where you can bring your family, too,” Hebert says. The restaurant serves up a range of dishes including steaks, fried seafood, poboys, pastas, and Hebert’s favorite: crab cakes with crawfish sauce. “I don’t think

Saints Photo by J. Warren anyone else in the city serves them like that, and they are full of lump crabmeat,” Hebert says. If a patron is feeling exceptionally ambitious (or gluttonous), he or she can attempt the Cannon Burger Challenge: a gargantuan burger with seven patties and seven slices of cheese. The burger is free to those who can finish it, but those who fail to complete the challenge are stuck paying the $50 price tag. Hebert admits he’s not up to

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the challenge. “I can put some food down, for sure, but I don’t think I could do it in the time allowed,” he says. Cannon Burger Challenge aside, Hebert considers himself a foodie, often sampling “exotic foods from all different cultures.” But his all-time favorite dish is a Cajun specialty: white beans with green peppers, served with speckled trout. When he’s not enjoying his own restaurant, Hebert says Café Giovanni, Baru, and Cava are three of his favorite spots to grab a bite. “My wife and I love tapas,” Hebert says. “I love eating a whole fish, and Baru has an awesome one.” Customers entering Hebert’s restaurant will certainly recognize its appeal to sports fans, with plenty of massive televisions to watch the biggest sporting events and an impressive collection of sports memorabilia decorating the restaurant. Hebert’s favorite piece of memorabilia in the restaurant is his 1991 NFL Comeback Player of the Year award, displayed by the side of the bar. After sitting out the 1990 season because of a contract dispute with Saints management, Hebert returned for the 1991 season to lead New Orleans to its first division title in franchise history. “I had to overcome adversity and learn how to deal with it,” Hebert says. That award is but one of the many ways Hebert has woven his persona into the fabric of the restaurant. Glance through the menu, and you’ll find dishes named after his kids and wife, including T-Bob’s Seafood Gumbo and the Thibo”Beaux” Burger. “Even our beloved dog Lucy has a drink named after her—the Lucy Goosey,” Hebert says of the canine-inspired cosmopolitan martini. Despite the obvious sports theme, Hebert has refused to be pigeonholed as a “sports restaurant,” instead providing a well-rounded dining experience for a date night or for families, in addition to the city’s armchair quarterbacks. “I didn’t want it to be thought of as a sports restaurant, but a place to go with great food and atmosphere,” Hebert explains. In a city world-renowned for its delectable cuisine, Hebert knows it sometimes takes more than just great food to attract patrons, and that’s why he takes pride in having exceptional customer service at his restaurant. “One thing that was most important was to get food out

“I can put some food down, for sure, but I don’t think I could do it in the time allowed.” -Bobby Hebert on his restaurant's "Cannon Burger Challenge."

quickly and have excellent service,” Hebert says. “I’d say the most comments I get, besides liking the food, is how great our wait staff is.” Hebert is quick to point out that any business, whether it’s a football team or a restaurant, requires great teamwork. “It starts from the top and on down,” Hebert says. “In sports and in broadcasting, it takes a whole team effort to pull it off. Being in the restaurant business, you have to be a people person, and in broadcasting, we are always in touch with the common man.” Staying in touch with customers is Hebert’s best piece of advice to aspiring restaurateurs and is one of the key reasons he believes his restaurant has survived against fierce culinary competition in New Orleans. “I think if you have great food, great service, and food that comes out quickly, you’ve got it made,” Hebert explains. “We’ve got all of those covered.” Another thing Hebert has covered is strong opinions, especially on the local sports teams. Sports talk radio fans are familiar with Hebert’s daily afternoon radio show with Deke Bellavia on WWL, where the “Cajun Cannon” and “The Big Chief” discuss—and rant—about popular sports topics of the day, including the New Orleans Saints. Overall, Hebert gives the Saints’ offseason a “solid B.” “I think [Adrian] Peterson will keep the offense top five if not number one,” Hebert says. “I like the moves they’ve made, except I think they are lacking a true edge rusher to affect the opposing side of the quarterback.” Undoubtedly, whether at a table or the bar, customers in Bobby Hebert’s Cajun Cannon can be overheard dissecting the same topics the restaurant’s namesake discusses on-air each afternoon, wondering when the Saints will return to the playoffs or if they should try their hand at the Cannon Burger Challenge. One thing you certainly will not hear at Hebert’s establishment is any discussion of the pronunciation of the man’s last name, a la George Costanza in Seinfeld, because Hebert has etched his name in the sporting annals of the city, and he’s working on establishing a culinary legacy to rival his athletic feats. “We are always trying to improve and make it a great experience for our customers.”

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Bennachin is a Royal Street restaurant that offers customers a deliciously unique taste of Western African cuisine, with a focus on the foods of Gambia and Cameroon. This BYOB restaurant has options for all types of palates, satiating both meat-eaters and vegetarians. Their fried plantains are divine, and their baked lamb with garlic sauce is everything a carnivore could ask for. 1212 Royal St., 5221230, bennachinrestaurant.com

AMERICAN Apolline, located in a renovated cottage Uptown, will have you feeling right at home as you enjoy dinner, brunch, or just stop by for a drink. It’s often hard to choose what to order because everything is so delicious, but be sure to try their special featured recipe, the housemade boudin. 4729 Magazine St., 894-8881, apollinerestaurant.com

as it combines Louisiana’s favorite sports with traditional Louisiana cuisine. The Cajun Hebert Fries are the top choice for an appetizer right after the Fried Alligator Bites. For your entree, you can never go wrong with one of their signature house specials. Stop by for dinner or Happy Hour any night. 4101 Veterans Blvd., 324-6841, bobbyheberts.com

City Diner is consistently voted the top diner in New Orleans. This 24-hour establishment is great for any time of day. Their hash brown creations are a great choice, but the seafood bread bowl really “takes the cake.” If you have a big appetite with a big sweet tooth, try their mega-sized pancake that can be devoured by one or many people. 3116 S. I-10 Service Rd. E., 831-1030, citydiner.biz

Daisy Dukes emphasizes a fun atmosphere rather than “fanciness,” 24 hours a day. Some of the best Cajun food can be found at the restaurants in the French Quarter, CBD, and Metairie. Every Apolline day, you can enjoy bottomless Cajun Bloody Marys for only $8, as Bayou Hot Wings features a helpful “Heat well as all-you-can-eat crawfish during the Index” at the top of their menu, clearly peak of the season. Multiple locations, denoting exactly how hot their large variety daisydukesrestaurant.com of sauces are. Get yourself an order of wings with one of their delicious housemade dipping sauces. If you’re craving more of a savory over spicy taste, go for one of their signature sides like the famous seasoned fries. 6221 S. Claiborne Ave., 865-9464, bayouhotwings.com

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Dot’s Diner is just like going to your grandma’s house: you can have whatever you want, whenever you want! Open 24 hours, Dot’s serves up big portions for a big value. Their pancake breakfast is a delicious choice. Or, if you’re going for something lighter, the Shrimp and Corn Soup is creamy and won’t have you waddling when you leave. Multiple locations, dotsdiner.com

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Restaurant Gattuso’s Neighborhood Restaurant is a Gretna favorite, locally owned and in the beautiful historical district. Their po-boys have won multiple awards and their live music on Thursdays and Fridays will have you dancing non-stop. They have indulgent crawfish queso dip, as well as grilled tuna. But don’t miss out on their variety of muffalettas. 435 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, 368-1114, gattusos.net Gordon Biersch has long been beloved for being one of the best craft breweryrestaurants. A large menu including gourmet pub food, seafood, and one of the best burgers in New Orleans complements their award-winning beers and brewery tours. Enjoy their patio dining on Fulton Street while watching the big game. They have an extensive wine list as well. 200 Poydras St., 522-2739, gordonbiersch.com Ma Momma’s House of Cornbread, Chicken and Waffles is in an unassuming location but will be sure to leave you satisfied. Located less than 15 minutes from Downtown, they serve enormous breakfast platters, and for lunch, you can order the J-Money Fries: Cajun-spiced fries that are topped with fried chicken wings or grilled pork chops, served with cornbread, a salad, and Ga toast. 5741 Crowder Blvd., ttu so's 244-0021, mamommashouse. com McAlister’s Deli is your best bet if you’re looking for something nutritious and delicious. Specializing in soups, salads, sandwiches, and spuds, McAlister’s offers a

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ASIAN Bao & Noodle is a Bywater restaurant that is one of the most authentic Chinese restaurants in the city. You will not find “American Chinese” food like orange chicken here. Instead, you will find authentic Chinese and Northern Chinese food like scallion pancakes, cumin braised lamb with handpulled biang biang noodles, and tea-smoked duck breast. 2700 Chartres St., 272-0004, baoandnoodle.com Green Tea has a wide variety of Chinese favorites like egg foo young and wonton soup. They also have over a dozen items that are designated as “light and healthy.” Their large private room is great for any private event. And with the “GT Way” section of the menu, you can build your own dish from a huge selection of veggies, proteins, sauces, and sides. 3001 Napoleon Ave., 899-8005, greenteanola.com

snow crab and tuna. This is a great place to go for lunch and dinner! 310 N. Carrollton Ave., 485-5658, facebook.com/ikuranola Jazmine Cafe specializes in Vietnamese food, with its fans claiming they’ve got the best spring rolls in town! The polite and friendly staff make it easy to have a quick meal or a relaxed sit-down dinner. They also recently got a full bar, so you can enjoy your favorite drinks while sipping on some pho or munching on a vermicelli plate. 614 S. Carrollton Ave., 866-9301, jazminecafe. com Five Happiness has over 30 years of experience serving the New Orleans community authentic and delicious Sichuan food. Their service and family-style atmosphere are beloved and keep fans coming back for more. Their lunch specials come with a choice of daily soup (wonton, hot and sour, egg drop, or vegetable), shrimp fried rice (white or brown), and a fried wonton. 3605 S. Carrollton Ave., 4823935, fivehappiness. com

Ikura, now open, is an excellent sushi and hibachi restaurant located on N. Carrollton Avenue where Little Tokyo used to be. While they have Kyoto II features all your Japanese classics like sushi, sushi favorites like creative J o s e y K' tempura, and miso soup, they also rolls, fresh fish, and plenty of have creative contemporary dishes like sake. Located just behind the Elmwood the stuffed jalapeno that is filled with fresh Palace Theaters, Kyoto II is a great place to

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visit before or after catching a flick. Go by for lunch and enjoy one of their amazing value lunches with tempura, sushi, and more. 5608 Citrus Blvd., 818-0228

and rice, and start at just $7.95. 5130 Freret St., 899-6532, sushinola.com Viet Orleans Bistro is conveniently located right in the heart of the CBD. They offer a variety of vegetarian options, with dishes ranging from pho to sushi and many other Asian options. Don’t miss their great Happy Hour, along with multiple TVs to watch all of your favorite games while enjoying the delicious cuisine. 300 Baronne St., 333-6917

Miyako is a hibachi restaurant and sushi bar right on St. Charles Avenue. They focus on freshness and expertise when cooking their panAsian dishes. This 8,000 square-foot restaurant is perfect for an intimate Tsunami evening with a loved one or for a large group of friends to sit right at the hibachi table. 1403 St. Charles Ave., 410-9997, japanesebistro.com Tsunami is a new American/Japanese Mikimoto is great for several reasons: they have generous servings of fresh fish at very reasonable prices, they have a banana tempura dessert served with honey over ice cream, and they have a drive-thru. Come in for lunch and enjoy their sushi platter, which comes with a California roll, soup, and salad, all for only $9.95. 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., 488-1881, mikimotosushi.com Origami is loved by Tulane students as well as the rest of New Orleans. They are frequented for their creative sushi rolls, convenient location, and excellent service. Don’t miss their famous poke salad and “Burning Man Roll.” All of their lunch specials come with miso soup, a small house salad,

restaurant in the Central Business District that serves some of the freshest fish this side of the Mississippi. The restaurant, which also has locations in Baton Rouge and Lafayette, is known for its beautiful presentation of absolutely delicious and authentic dishes. They also have arguably the most creative sushi rolls in the city. 601 Poydras St., 6083474, servingsushi.com

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The Jimani has numerous TVs ready for any sports game or trivia night. With an atmosphere that brings together both locals and tourists, the restaurant serves pizzas, burgers, and classic seafood options, with the Poppa’s eightounce steak po-boy being a favorite. If you are looking for a great time with a relaxed atmosphere, Jimani is the spot. 141 Chartres St., 524-0493, thejimani. com Mimi’s in the Marigny is a favorite bar and restaurant in the Marigny. The dishes are elegant yet affordable and great to share with friends. Mimi’s has a self-proclaimed “house party vibe,” thanks to the availability of cocktails at almost any hour and talented DJs playing a variety of music for the dancing types. Check out their late-night tapas menu for lamb lollipops and other creative small plates. 2601 Royal St., 872-9868, mimismarigny.com midday and latenight cocktails, or anytime in between. The restaurant and bar is in the heart of the French Quarter, with 1920s-style décor. They have delicious food options like the Whitman, a giant classic roast beef sandwich accompanied by kettle chips and fried oysters. 139 Chartres St., 322-2245, backspacenola.com Buffa’s Bar and Restaurant is a bar, restaurant, and music club that offers a lively atmosphere 24/7. Recognized by Esquire Magazine, it was named one of the best bars in America. Don’t miss their Reuben sandwich ... known as being among the best in the nation. Or try their new Cuban sandwich that is sure to please! 1001 Esplanade Ave., 949-0038, buffasbar. com

Petit Lion is a cozy French restaurant inside the Troubadour Hotel in the CBD. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal, a light snack, or just looking for drinks, Petit Lion has you covered. The Chicken Bonne Femme is a great choice for lunch, or if you’re just looking to nibble, try the Pomme Frites— fries seasoned in a savory lemon garlic aioli. 1111 Pic Gravier St., 518ayu ne Social 5500, petitlionnola. com Picayune Social House is one of New Orleans’s newest gastropubs located in the CBD. Named for the area of the neighborhood once known as “Newspaper Row,” the restaurant offers global cuisine. Their tandoor oven makes the perfect naan specialties like whiskey chicken and falafel, and the hummus appetizer made with za’atarspiced olive oil is highly recommended. 326 Camp St., 308-3583, picayunesocialhouse. com Poppy’s Time Out Sports Bar is the perfect place to hang out when you are going to the Outlet Collection. They have dozens of beers on draft and it is the ultimate place for watching sports in the area. Poppy’s has 21 televisions, frozen daiquiris, and great food. Don’t miss their delicious Hurricane’s for a drink with a kick! Port of New Orleans Pl., 247-9265, poppystimeoutsportsbar.com Rivershack Tavern is just yards from the

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Mississippi River. It is one of New Orleans’s most unique bars, known for their funky bar stools, live music, and fantastic po-boys, steaks, and salads. Their stuffed crabs are delicate, buttery, and taste great paired with the arugula and watermelon salad and a cold beer. Bring in a tacky ashtray for a free drink. 3449 River Rd., 834-4938, therivershacktavern.com Three Muses Maple is the Uptown extension of the Frenchmen Street favorite, known for their eclectic menu and live music. Located just steps from Tulane University, this new addition is well-priced yet elegant enough for all. They have a new summer menu and a special $5 Happy Hour drink menu that should not be missed. 7537 Maple St., 510-2749, threemusesmaple.com

have while trying one of their 50 beers on tap. 132 Royal St., 309-4797, olesaint.com

CAFÉ Another Broken Egg Café offers a huge menu with all the breakfast and brunch food you could want with the pleasant convenience of locations on both Magazine Street and Harrison Ave. Their omelettes are fluffy and filling, with toppings both traditional and not, like lobster and brie. Be sure to try the Cinnamon Roll French Toast if you have a sweet tooth. Multiple locations, 301-2771, anotherbrokenegg.com Café Amelie serves up top-

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Shamrock Bar and Grill features the best bar games in the city with tilted air hockey, beer pong, pool, and more, accompanied by live music on Saturday nights with a wide variety of musical talent. If you don’t want to drink on an empty stomach they also serve great burgers, an amazing 12-ounce choice ribeye, and homemade mozzarella sticks. 4133 S. Carrollton Ave., 301-0938, shamrockparty.com Wit’s Inn is a must when you are in Mid-City. They have a bar with a late-night kitchen serving great food and specialty drinks, and you can enjoy it all with 15 flat screen TVs, making it an ideal game-day destination. Their 7 1/2inch individual pizzas are perfect bar food, and their weekly specials se include Ladies’ Night deals and $5 u Ho doubles. 141 N. Carrollton Ave., 4861600, witsinn.com World of Beer has an unrivaled selection of beer, with over 500+ bottles and taps to choose from. This great hangout can please just about anyone. The extremely knowledgable and welltrained staff can guide you to your favorite beer, even if you didn’t know you loved it yet! Make sure to try their divine buttery pretzel with Creole mustard and beer cheese. 300 Julia St., 299-3599, worldofbeer.com/ Locations/WarehouseDistrict

House. Boasting some of the city’s best cuisine with a lush atmosphere, people flock here for the delicious food and refreshing cocktails. Make sure to try their signature seasonal crawfish linguine. 912 Royal St., 412-8965, cafeamelie.com

Café Carmo is a tropically influenced restaurant and bar in the Warehouse District. Flavors come from the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, West Africa, South America, and more. They have a variety of appetite-pleasing dishes like Peruvian ceviche. Check out the Tiradito Sashimi with yellow chili peppers and yuzu sauce for a fresh take on fish. 527 Julia St., 875-4132, cafecarmo.com Café Degas is the oldest Gallic restaurant in New Orleans, with authentic French cuisine that is perfect for impressing that special someone or for a “treat yo self” night. Their divine crabmeat and andouille cheesecake will blow you away. And you really must try their garlic escargot or parmesan-crusted veal medallion with a caper beurre blanc. 3127 Esplanade Ave., 945-5635, cafedegas.com

Jimmy J’s Café has become a favorite breakfast spot since its inception in 2011. This funky and delightful breakfast spot has a colorful and lively atmosphere. They have all your classic breakfast favorites as well as unusual and delicious dishes like Jimmy J's Blueberry Brandy Glazed French Toast or Eggs Lafitte, which comes with andouille sausage and a creamy crawfish hollandaise sauce. 115 Chartres St., 309-9360, jimmyjscafe.com

Ole Saint is unique because it’s backed by former legendary New Orleans Saints running back Deuce McAllister. When you walk in, you feel the warm embrace of New Orleans and smell its cuisine in the air. Their Southern-style prime pork chop is a must-

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coffee-drinking place,” this coffee and beignet-slinging institution has been around for almost 150 years and people swear they make the best of both. Of the above, they also make Creole and Cajun classics like crawfish etouffee. City Park and Metairie locations, morningcallcoffeestand.com Petite Amelie is a Royal Street extension of the lovely Café Amelie, offering a smaller, more on-the-go twist with fresh salads, juices, coffee, light breakfast fare, desserts, and sandwiches. Their “Cuisine Rapide” includes a daily marketplace menu with cheeses and pastries. It is a perfect spot whether you’re in a hurry or want to relax. 900 Royal St., 4128065, cafeamelie.com/petite-amelie The Ruby Slipper now has five different restaurants in the city. A favorite with locals and tourists alike,

their diner-style atmosphere and excellent food explain their popularity. Try the BBQ Shrimp and Grits or The Peacemaker, which is your choice of any two Eggs Benedict varieties. Make sure to get one of their enormous biscuits on the side. Multiple locations, 525-9355, therubyslippercafe.com

ITALIAN Mid City Pizza has a new Uptown location, making it easier for people to get their much drooledover hand-tossed pizza. If you want to keep it simple and fresh, get the classic Margherita or the Herbivore with your choice of seven veggies. If you are really hungry, try their Mid Mid-City Meat Monster with pepperoni, hot sausage, meatball, bacon, and ham. Multiple locations, midcitypizza.com

MEXICAN Caretta’s Grill specializes in Tex-Mex with multiple locations in New Orleans. Complemented by great service, wonderful margaritas, and festive live music, Caretta’s is a local top pick. Their fajita plate comes sizzling hot, with generous portions of shrimp, chicken, and beef. If you are searching for high quality Tex-Mex, Caretta’s is the place for you! Multiple locations, carretasgrillrestaurant. com

La Casita Taqueria is among the best Mexican restaurants in town, serving a selection of tacos, margaritas, and guacamole. With tons of options for City Pizza any level of hunger, La Casita offers four different housemade taco and burrito varieties and nine types of margaritas. The Pork and Sweet Potato Quesadilla appetizer is always a favorite and Pascal’s Manale has been an Uptown pairs well with any imported beer. 8400 Oak institution for over a century and should be St., 826-9913, eatlacasita.com visited by everyone. They are credited with inventing BBQ shrimp, and their world-famous version of the dish is made up of shrimp simmered in-shell with butter, Worcestershire Halal Guys is an internationally famous Middle Eastern restaurant. The two New sauce, garlic, and Orleans locations serve up fresh gyros, secret spices. Don’t chicken, salads, hummus, and falafel, as miss their famous part of both sandwiches and platters. But oyster bar to enjoy no matter what you get, you gotta put their the authentic flavor special white sauce on it with just a dash of of New Orleans. 1838 the spicy sauce as well … so good! Freret St. Napoleon Ave., 8954877, pascalsmanale.com and the CBD, thehalalguys.com

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Venezia is an indispensable Italian restaurant located on N. Carrollton Avenue. Heavily praised pizza accompanies their amazing Italian food. This neighborhood favorite offers expertly cooked pastas, seafood, and more. Their Veal Pontchartrain is particularly delicious. Try their daily specials, which vary from veal porterhouse to fall-off-the-bone osso bucco that will have you drooling. 134 N. Carrollton Ave., 4887991, venezianeworleans.com Vincent’s Italian Cuisine has multiple locations in Metairie and Uptown and is the perfect place to go for any occasion. Their classic red-sauce Italian specialties like eggplant parm and cheese lasagna bolognese are deliciously authentic. If you can’t decide what to get, try their Taste of Vincent’s: a six-course, seven-dish taste of many of their famous dishes at an affordable price. Multiple locations, vincentsitaliancuisine.com

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Lebanon’s Café has vibrant Middle Eastern food with dishes like falafel, gyros, and hummus platters. Their lunch specials are a great way to dine healthy on a budget. If you want to have a great night out with friends or go on a date, their wonderful food can be accompanied by wine, and the restaurant does not charge you to BYOB. 1500 S. Carrollton Ave., 862-6200, lebanonscafe. com

NEW ORLEANS CUISINE Antoine’s has been giving New Orleans some of its finest Creole cuisine for 176 years. The restaurant is the birthplace of Oysters Rockefeller and is the oldest restaurant in the city. Still owned and operated by fifthgeneration relatives of the original owner, Antoine’s is a great spot to go in the French Quarter with friends and family. 713 St. Louis St., 581-4422, antoines.com Crescent City Brewhouse is the only microbrewery in the French Quarter, serving up delicious modern Louisiana cuisine in a sleek space. They have a beautiful courtyard and live jazz music every night. Request a table on their balcony overlooking Decatur Street for a view of all the action. Make sure to try the six-beer sampler for only $10! 527 Decatur St., 522-0571, crescentcitybrewhouse.com Crossroads at House of Blues is the perfect spot for dinner before a show. With a blend of American and Cajun-Creole cuisines, this eatery is also known for its daily lunch specials. Don’t miss such favorites as the Tot Mess, their loaded tater tots, or try one of their burgers that are “even better than a backstage pass.” 225 Decatur St., 310-4999, houseofblues.com Kingfish is named for Governor Huey P. Long, who was famously called the “Kingfish.” This local favorite has an impressive menu with great dishes like the crawfish gratin and pulled pork nachos, but they’re especially renowned for their cocktail menu and great Happy Hour, which offers $5 small plates along with half off wines by the glass and beers. 337 Chartres St., 598-5005, kingfishneworleans.com Mandina’s, which started out as a local Italian grocery popular to the Italian immigrants of the early 20th century, is now one of the oldest Italian restaurants in the city. Mandina’s serves up all your Italian favorites like Eggplant Parmesan and the classic Italian Salad. They also feature fantastic Creole and Cajun entrees as well as some of the best daily specials in town. 3800 Canal St., 482-9179, mandinasrestaurant.com

Pyramids Café is located just behind Tulane University and features an excellent selection of Middle Eastern New Orleans Creole specialties. They also Cookery is a great spot to fry up some of the visit when in the French fluffiest, crunchiest, Quarter. If it’s your first and tastiest falafel time at the restaurant, head in the city. They have to the “Creole Favorites” numerous dishes for e section of the menu—the under $10, and if you have Cre us Taste of New Orleans is great. sce a sweet tooth, they also nt City Brewho This French Quarter spot has a make an excellent walnut baklava haunted history, so ask your waiter to satisfy just that. 3149 Calhoun St., about the curious ghosts that add some 861-9602, pyramidscafeneworleans.com quirky charm. 508 Toulouse St., 524-9632, neworleanscreolecookery.com

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The Original Fiorella’s Cafe is always satisfying and worth a drive for lunch or dinner. Famous for their roast beef and fried chicken, Fiorella’s has an old family charm that makes you feel right at home. The selfprofessed “end all, be all for delicious food at a great price,” this Gentilly eatery will leave both you and your wallet happily stuffed. 5325 Franklin Ave., 309-0352, facebook. com/theoriginalfiorellas Poppa’s Poor Boys has the perfect option for anyone, whether you are in the mood for seafood or feeling a bit more carnivorous. All the food is cooked to order and the service is fast, while still maintaining friendly service. Try their amazing fried oyster po-boy with some boiled shrimp for one of the city’s best seafood combos. 720 Claiborne Dr., 832-8114

be missed: stuffed crab, fried shrimp, stuffed shrimp, fried catfish, and oysters, all with Don’s homemade shrimp etouffee. Metairie and Covington, donsseafoodonline.com

Jack Dempsey’s Restaurant doesn’t mess around when it comes to serving fresh seafood and perfectly cooked steaks. Come in for dinner and enjoy one of the few true surf-and-turf dinners in the city: a whole steamed and stuffed Maine lobster with a 10-ounce or 16-ounce juicy ribeye. You can add fried oysters for just a couple bucks more. 738 Poland Sho rt Stop Poboys Ave., 943-9914, jackdempseys.net

The Praline Connection started as a delivery service for busy women who didn’t have the time to cook meals and has since grown into a “down-home” New Orleans-centric restaurant. They offer a full menu of soul food and local specialties, from jambalaya to meatloaf. Famous for their spoon-dripped, homemade pralines made daily, The Praline Connection also sells cookies, seasonings, and sauces. 542 Frenchmen St., 943-3934, pralineconnection.com Short Stop Poboys offers one of the largest selection of po-boys in the city. This is your one stop shop for po-boys, fantastic gumbo, and more. With options ranging from cold cuts and French fries; to seafood such as oysters, crawfish, and shrimp; to roast beef or hot sausage patties. Short Stop also offer sides like stuffed artichokes, chips, and gumbo, along with desserts. Call ahead to use their drive-thru pick-up. 119 Transcontinental Dr., 885-4572, shortstoppoboysno. com

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Lafitte’s Landing Seafood House is the type of Westbank spot where you feel like family right when you walk in. And you should also go there for their creative cocktails, fresh seafood, and reasonable prices. It’s difficult to recommend what to order—as they have just about every seafood option from lobster to crawfish—and they’re all delicious. 1700 Lapalco Blvd., 252-9613, lafitteslandingseafoodhouse.com Oceana Grill is the perfect spot for hungry customers anytime of day and is located just off Bourbon Street. They are open from 8 a.m. to 1 a.m., serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, grab a seafood omelette. Any of their loaded po-boys are a good option for lunch. And at night, be sure to try their Louisiana crab cakes. 739 Conti Street, 525-6002, oceanagrill.com Poseidon is a great seafood restaurant and sushi bar that offers a wide array of New Orleans cuisine. Open six days a week and until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, Poseidon pleases the Garden District community with their specialities like Butter and Garlic Crawfish. Grab some friends and enjoy karaoke in one of their private rooms along with cold sake and hot appetizers! 2100 St. Charles Ave., 509-6675, poseidonnola.com

Crazy Lobster Bar and Grill, located on the Riverwalk S ee d by the Outlet Collection, is the perfect spot for seafood overlooking the Mighty Mississippi. Grab one of New Orleans’s famous Hurricanes and some boiled seafood. With famous New Orleansstyle appetizers like Cajun Calamari, you won’t be hungry. For dinner, enjoy live music and try Seed takes your New Orleans and Southern their famous shrimp creole. 500 Port of New comfort food favorites and puts a delicious, Orleans #83, 569-3380, thecrazylobster.com healthy, and creative vegan spin on them.

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Don’s Seafood has two locations in Greater New Orleans serving up delicious Cajun dishes. Their Zydeco Shrimp is fried in a secret blend of herbs and spices and is served with their homemade sweet and spicy pepper jelly. Their seafood platter is not to

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Their Southern fried “nuggets” are deep-fried tofu with your choice of sauce. Their famous po-boy is overstuffed with pan-fried eggplant, cornmeal batter, and roasted red peppers. There are also raw options and cocktails made with fresh-squeezed juices. 1330 Prytania St., 302-2599, seedyourhealth.com

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y far one of the most attractive aspects of living in New Orleans (and other regions of the Deep South) is the endearing atmosphere of genuine hospitality. Locals go out of their way to make newcomers feel welcome, whether it's the courteous cries of “Good morning!” and “Where y'at?” or an invitation to a family crawfish boil. The fabled “Southern hospitality” is so pervasive that even if you're a Yankee, after living here for a few months (or even only a few weeks), the courtesies ubiquitous to Southern personalities almost become second nature. As the “universal symbol of hospitality,” you might also notice that New Orleans is filled with an overwhelming number of images and carvings of pineapples. You'll see them perched atop wrought-iron fence posts, repeated in wallpaper patterns, carved into wooden banisters, and painted on windows and doors. What you might not know is that the pineapple is also a symbol of affluence. This delicious, edible bromeliad has a long and twisted history, from its arrival in the Caribbean islands in the hands of nomadic Caribs to its appearance in

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By Kim Ranjbar

Europe, introduced by none other than Christopher Columbus. When it first arrived in Europe, only the very rich could afford to eat pineapples. Therefore, it also became a symbol of prestige. Thanks to modern conveyances and canning, anyone these days can afford to enjoy the tangy, sweet, juicy, and most affable pineapple. In fact, many chefs and restaurants in New Orleans take full advantage of the tropical fruit. Recently opened in the Warehouse District, Meril is a hip, casual restaurant created by famous celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse and featuring small plates and rather eclectic cuisine. Along with dishes like crispy turkey necks and Korean short ribs, Chef de Cuisine Will Avelar also offers an incredible “Upside-Down Cornbread,” baked with pineapple and topped by a smoky bacon marmalade. At only $6, you can gobble this decadent cornbread with a fried chicken salad and voila! Lunch anyone? Though it's not nearly as schmancy, Red's Chinese in the Bywater is most definitely hip to the pineapple vibe, welcoming diners to its double shotgun-turned-groceryturned-restaurant on St. Claude Avenue.

Red's Chinese's Hawaiian Fried Rice The menu offers dishes that are proudly not “authentic,” but obviously inspired by Chinese cuisine like Craw Rangoons with spicy honey, and pork belly buns with kimchi mayo. Guaranteed to blow you away, feed you (and a friend), and keep you coming back for more would be the Hawaiian fried rice—a gigantic mound of curry-seasoned fried rice filled with tender chicken, juicy chunks of pineapple, and thick pieces of slab bacon. Instead of east, you could be interested in something more south-of-the-border from El Pavo Real. Located in the Broadmoor neighborhood inside a corner building that once housed a Time Saver convenience store, this traditional Mexican café is helmed

by chef/owner Lindsey McLellan, who used to be in the kitchen at Spanish restaurant Lola's in Mid-City. Though everything at El Pavo Real will knock your socks off, from the incredible mole poblano and fresh tortillas to the soul-warming chilaquilles, you should definitely try the al pastor tacos, made with achiote marinated pork loin and pineapplecilantro salsa. At only $8, you could pair this with the rajas con queso with roasted poblano and fresh corn, and still keep your wallet intact. With the sweet, juicy nature of pineapple, you may be surprised that everything mentioned so far has been savory. Don't despair, dessert is just around the corner … specifically, the corner of Tchoupitoulas

Hansen's Sno-Bliz's Cream of Coconut Sno-Ball with Crushed Pineapple and Bordeaux. It's hard to imagine a more perfect place to cool down with a sweet treat in the middle of June than Hansen's SnoBliz. In the business of icy bliss for almost 80 years, Hansen's offers finely-shaved, fluffy sno-balls crafted with house-made syrups and all-natural ingredients that are well worth waiting in line for—and you will wait in

line no matter when you decide to get your sno-ball fix. Special flavors include Thai basil, blood orange, nectar, and Creambow (doing Unicorn before Starbucks made it cool), but for the purposes of this pineapple piece, we recommend a cream of coconut sno-ball topped with crushed pineapple. It will be an experience you'll never forget.

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eat their own vomit. For the lucky few who complete the challenge, they will have their picture on Bayou Hot Wings’ Hall of Fame in the restaurant, their website, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Winners are also rewarded with a limited edition Bayou Hot Wings “Beast” t-shirt. If you think you’re enough of a beast to conquer the Bayou Beast Challenge, then head over to Bayou Hot Wings and be ready to feel the burn.

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Extreme Food Challenges

By Burke Bischoff

ew Orleans has been given many descriptors over its long history, but one of the most fitting terms used to describe this city is extravagant—from its sights and its people to, especially, its food. The word is very appropriate, considering how this city has found a lot of its pop culture fame through its food. So, what happens when people in this extravagant city decide to kick their food up a notch? You get some great eating challenges that only the bravest of souls with the emptiest of stomachs should attempt. Here, we are highlighting some of the intense food challenges that you can try in the Greater New Orleans Area. There are a lot of restaurants in New Orleans that offer different kinds of challenges like Acme Oyster House and Bobby Hebert’s Cajun Cannon; so, go hit the town and see how many of these extravagant challenges you can completely master. Bayou Beast Challenge Bayou Hot Wings, 6221 S. Claiborne Ave. #104, bayouhotwings.com Dubbed as having the best wings in the world by Adam Richman of Man v. Food fame, Bayou Hot Wings not only serves up some incredible-tasting wings, but it is also home to the intimidating Bayou Beast Challenge. The challenge, created by owners Allen Nguyen and Kyle Makepeace, is to eat an extremely spicy 10-piece chicken wing dish made with imported spices from different countries in Asia. People looking to attempt the challenge need to call in advance to make a reservation and are required to sign a waiver before attempting, as these spicy wings have sent a few people to the hospital. Challengers have five minutes to eat everything off the bones without the help of other foods, liquids, and napkins. They also can’t strip the meat off the bone and are allowed no bathroom breaks. If participants end up throwing up, they will be disqualified, unless they are willing to

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Tchoupitoulas Sundae Challenge The Creole Creamery, 4924 Prytania St., creolecreamery.com The Creole Creamery is the perfect place to escape from New Orleans’s humidity with its wide assortment of delicious ice creams. If you really want to beat the heat, though, then you need to go for their Tchoupitoulas Sundae Challenge. Named because it’s as big as the street itself, the Tchoupitoulas Sundae is a mammoth sundae made up of your choice of eight scoops of ice cream and eight different toppings, all served in a massive bowl with whipped cream, sprinkles, cherries, and wafers. The sundae is $25, and while it is available at both Creole Creamery locations, the challenge itself can only be attempted at the Prytania Street location. Each challenger has to eat the entire sundae by himself/herself and cannot receive any type of help. Winners will have their names immortalized on The Creole Creamery’s Hall of Fame plaque, which holds a long line of names since the first-ever winner completed the challenge on April 3, 2004. If you have a monster of a sweet tooth, then come on over to The Creole Creamery and tackle their Tchoupitoulas Sundae Challenge. Datzilla Challenge Dat Dog , 3336 Magazine St., datdog.com Known for its insane selection of sausages, Dat Dog is the one place to go if you are hungering for a good old-fashioned, or new-fashioned, hot dog. However, there is a monster lurking in the depths of Dat Dog’s kitchen, and it’s called the Datzilla. The Datzilla Challenge is truly a sight to behold and is not for the faint of heart. Whoever wants to attempt the challenge needs to call their order ahead and make a reservation. Challengers will have 20 minutes to try and vanquish the Datzilla Dog, which contains a hot sausage, an alligator sausage, a crawfish sausage, fries, andouille sauce, cheese, chili, onions, jalapeños, sour cream, and guacamole, as well as two glasses of Dat Dog’s house beer. Not only do competitors have to get all of that down within 20 minutes, they also have to keep all of it down for 20 minutes. If the participants vomit at all during that time, then they forfeit the challenge. Whoever can successfully slay the Datzilla will be rewarded with a free meal, free Dat Dog merchandise, and have their picture taken to congratulate their victory. So come, all you brave souls, and see if you can slay Dat Dog’s Datzilla Challenge. 5th Quarter Challenge The Bayou Burger and Sports Company 503 Bourbon St. & 3226 Magazine St., bayouburger.com Feel like taking on a challenge while you’re out on the town, so to speak? Well, make

sure to make your way over to Bayou Burger on Bourbon Street because they have a real challenge ready and waiting for you. Called the 5th Quarter Challenge, this dish is composed of a four-pound, multiple patty burger loaded with cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and red onion, as well as a two-pound side of Bayou Burger’s Debris Fries, which are topped with cheddar jack cheese, roast beef, gravy, sour cream, and green onions. Competitors are only given 45 minutes to eat the entire six-pound challenge. To the winners, a spot on the Wall of Honors and a complimentary 5th Quarter Challenge jersey are given as rewards. To the losers, living the rest of their lives with the knowledge of their defeat, receiving the Shirt of Shame, and having to pay $45. Stroll your way over to The Bayou Burger and Sports Company, take on the 5th Quarter Challenge, and walk away with either a winner’s jersey or the Shirt of Shame.

Datzilla Challenge Dat Dog Pho Challenge Pho Cam Ly, 3814 Magazine St., phocamly.com/home Not only known for its great-tasting Vietnamese cuisine, Pho Cam Ly, located on ever-busy Magazine Street, is also home to the daunting Pho Challenge. Served in a bowl that is bigger than most people’s torsos, the Pho Challenge is an oversized Vietnamese soup made up of two pounds of noodles and two pounds of meat. Challengers, who must read and sign a waiver before attempting the feat, must finish this terrifying challenge within one hour. If completed, the winners are rewarded with a free t-shirt, their picture on Pho Cam Ly’s Wall of Fame, their tab being covered, and well-earned bragging rights. Be forewarned, however, that losers will have to pay their own tab if they can’t finish the challenge, which is a whopping $50. If you think you have the stomach for it, then come over to Pho Cam Ly and try to master their Pho Challenge.

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New Orleans Social House (NOSH)

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Hip, hip, hooray! … All of us here at Where Y'at Magazine would like to offer our heartfelt congratulations to all those talented chefs and restaurant industry people who won this year's James Beard awards— although naturally, we have a special place in our hearts for our local stars. So, three cheers for Arnaud's French 75 Bar who won “Outstanding Bar Program,” Chef de Cuisine Zachary Engel of Shaya who won “Rising Star Chef of the Year,” and last, but certainly not least, Chef de Cuisine Rebecca Wilcomb of Herbsaint Restaurant who won “Best Chef: South”! We couldn't be more proud! jamesbeard.org Sharing IRL … Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts just launched their newest eatery NOSH, a.k.a. New Orleans Social House, in the space that long housed Tommy's Wine Bar in the Warehouse District. NOSH has tapped Michael Farrell as executive chef and Jay Teichmann as bar manager for “this unique, new restaurant concept featuring world-class wines, craft cocktails, live music, and distinctively local cuisine.” All of the dishes at NOSH are designed to be shared, from the fingerling potato chips with shallot cream to the salmon carpaccio and wild mushroom flatbread. Cocktails include a Kentucky Ruby made with Maker's Mark and Pamplemousse Rose, a Lis' Circle with Bulleit Bourbon and rosemary syrup, and a Warehouse Cooler with Grey Goose Citron and agave. Live local music is featured nightly, like performances from the Tim Laughlin Trio, Larry Seibert, the David Torkanowsky Trio, and Joe Krown. 752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 581-1103, noshneworleans.com No longer naked … Mid City Pizza has opened a second, pick-up-only location dubbed MCP Uptown in the building that

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used to house Naked Pizza. Located on S. Miro Street next to Ted's Frostop, the new pizza joint offers all the same favorites available at the Banks Street location, but you have to take it home, as there is no room to dine in. After grabbing your pie, you might want to walk around to the side of MCP Uptown's building to appreciate local graffiti artists Fat Kids from Outer Space's mural of floating Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle heads chomping flying bits of pepperoni and mushrooms. 6307 S. Miro St., (504) 509-6224, midcitypizza.com So long, but hopefully not for long … Popular Japanese ramen spot Noodle & Pie closed their doors on Mother's Day last month. A post on the restaurant's Facebook page stated, “The time has come for us to say goodbye. This chapter of Noodle & Pie has come to a regretful end at State & Magazine.” Todd Price of Nola.com reports that the restaurant lost their lease at the State Street location, but are seeking new digs and hope to reopen within the year. Noodle & Pie launched back in 2013 after success as a pop-up out of Dante's Kitchen in the Riverbend. We look forward to their new location… 741 State St., (504) 252-9431, noodleandpie.com Caffeinating Tremé … After two years in the French Quarter, Addiction Coffeehouse has moved into a converted shotgun double on N. Claiborne Avenue in the Tremé. Dubbed “the best third-wave coffee shop in New Orleans” by Eater NOLA, Addiction Coffeehouse is the creation of Philadelphia native David Taffet, who moved to New Orleans in 2011. Addicts can still get their fix of specialty coffees, brewed from smallbatch, local roaster French Truck Coffee,

along with an array of handcrafted pastries from Maple Street Patisserie. 1015 N. Claiborne Ave., (504) 475-5900, addictioncoffee. house Surprise! … In a move that came as a big shock to everyone, famous local chef John Besh of the Besh Restaurant Group has sold La Provence, the French restaurant located on the North Shore in Lacombe, Louisiana. According to Nola.com, new owners Eric and Jennifer Hunter intend to keep everything as is at La Provence, causing a collective sigh of relief among longtime fans of the country restaurant. 25020 U.S. 190, Lacombe, (985) 626-7662, laprovencerestaurant.com Celebrating our beloved bi-valve … The seventh annual New Orleans Oyster Festival kicks off the first weekend of

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June, celebrating our most beloved mollusk, the great Gulf oyster. Not only will there be over 20 local restaurants showing off their “erster” skills, the festival will also feature several competitions including the Acme Oyster House World Oyster Eating Championship, the P&J Oyster Shucking Competition, and the New Orleans Fish House Largest Oyster Contest. The New Orleans Oyster Festival—or any New Orleans festival—would not be complete without a slew of live, local music. The 2017 event lineup includes performances by Billy Iuso & the Restless Natives, Pontchartrain Wrecks, Bonerama, Luke Winslow King, Brass-A-Holics, and more. Woldenberg Park, nolaoysterfest.org Growing the legacy … Parent company Good Company Food Group has launched another restaurant in Mandeville dubbed Due North, taking over the space that once housed the steak and martini spot N'Tini's. Due North, like its siblings, is a refined but casual restaurant touting American cuisine with popular items like steaks, burgers, barbecue ribs, and chargrilled oysters. The new restaurant is currently open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. for lunch and dinner. 2891 U.S. 190 W., Mandeville, (985) 626-5566, legacykitchen.com From East to South … Taking over the Creole townhouse and former home of popular Japanese restaurant Horinoya, Blake's on Poydras recently opened and is offering a menu of Southern comfort food. Currently serving brunch and lunch, Blake's offers dishes like biscuits and gravy, a braised pork shoulder po-boy, fried green tomatoes with jumbo lump crab and remoulade, a bourbon mushroom burger, and Bananas Foster French toast. 920 Poydras St., (504) 679-0991, blakesonpoydras.com

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Idina Menzel Can't Be Stopped By Asdrubal Quintero

enzel’s voice has always been a force of its own. Her consistent career as one of Broadway’s best has definitely given her a leg up on her own pop material. Known initially as the originator of Maureen Johnson in the coveted musical Rent, Menzel has become a beloved Broadway star through originating the role of Elphaba from Wicked. Between the wondrously tragic character and Menzel’s show-stopping voice, Menzel’s immortalization was quick to happen. Arguably, it wasn’t until her debut as Elsa in Disney’s Frozen that she was really solidified as one of show business’s biggest assets. “Let It Go” was an absolute phenomenon, nabbing the film an Oscar and a Grammy. Menzel’s voice has always stunned with its ability to flawlessly take on a variety of textures. From more gentle, melismatic tones to grander, belting melodies, Menzel can easily wow live audiences. Her voice matches her spectacular stage ability, which can easily carry on a show of its own. Menzel’s meteoric rise to becoming one of Broadway’s best is easily explained by her level of talent. So, it’s no surprise that Menzel also made a foray into the pop world. Not many know that some of Menzel’s first projects included making albums. While her debut Still I Can Be Still initially struggled to make waves, Menzel’s popularity helped it rebound back. Her EP Here was recorded shortly thereafter. But Menzel’s moment truly came with the release of I Stand. This album netted 80,000 in sales and

hit #58 on the Billboard 200. The mix of contemporary pop balladry and adult-contemporary vibes capitalized well on Menzel’s voice and songwriting ability. Menzel followed I Stand with her successful Christmas album, Holiday Wishes, which hit the top on the Billboard 200. A delightful reinterpretation of Christmas classes like “Silent Night,” “River,” and Mariah Carey’s classic “All I Want for Christmas is You,” Mendel’s Christmas album is the new contemporary standard for holiday records. It’s then all the more amazing to see Menzel slip into her latest sound—with her newest album idina.—which is her most personal record thus far. Finding a nice mix of Menzel’s theatricality and impressive voice combined with her more intimate impulses, idina. is a wonderfully crafted record. And it’s particularly notable that with the exception of two tracks, all of the music was co-written by Menzel. The result is an album filled with rich, emotive pop that exemplifies what we love about her. Her live performances make her a true wonder to see on stage. She has always been effortlessly able to balance her charisma with vulnerability, and this is as true live as it is in her albums. Menzel will be bringing her world tour to the Saenger Theatre on July 25. It’s the perfect opportunity to see one of the world’s most talented theater artists and vocalists perform showstoppers, pop hits, and more. Don’t miss out. Idina Menzel plays the Saenger Theatre on Tuesday, July 25, at 8 p.m. For tickets, go to saengernola.com

Third Eye Blind Returning To New Orleans This Summer

By Asdrubal Quintero

nyone with a fond nostalgia for 90s music will recognize this name. Third Eye Blind will be returning to NOLA on June 13 to play a set at Champions Square. Third Eye Blind first made a name for themselves through their hit singles “Semi-Charmed Life” and “How It’s Going to Be.” These singles from their self-titled debut album helped skyrocket the band to mainstream success. Known for their post-grunge vibes, Third Eye

Blind transcended other bands by fusing that sound with poppier hooks and clever songwriting. The end result was three top 10 hits that quickly established the group as emblematic of great 90s grunge. What followed such an explosive debut was a series of evolving sounds, innovations, and chart successes. Blue, the group’s sophomore effort, was praised for its shift from a pop-like style to a more stylistically intact one. Blue was intended to carry an

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edgier and harder rock sound, while also weaving in more complex lyrics and themes covering abortion to glorification of violence. The innovation paid off because Blue became the group’s second platinum album. Since the one-two punch of Third Eye Blind and Blue, the group has steadily released record after record experimenting with more abrasive and political song lyrics. Their sound has evolved to become a touch on more shoegaze, electronica, and acoustic sounds. Their latest combo of Dopamine and We Are Drugs (an EP accompanying Dopamine) really brought the band up to speed with contemporary rock music. Forgoing the mosh-pit sounds of earlier records, the band’s lyricist, Stephan Jenkins, took the time to craft authentic tracks that still hit the mark

in terms of pop earworms without giving up the more profound lyricism. “Get Me Out of Here” hits on Jenkins's stage anxiety so perfectly that it becomes an achingly emotional tribute to the band’s legacy. We Are Drugs shows off the band’s most politically-charged self. “Cop vs. Phone Girl” is another in a long list of singles that show off the band’s strongly left disposition— commenting on the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement. Around that track, though, are a series of moody, post-grunge anthems that continue to exhibit Jenkins’s talent as a profound songwriter with an ear for good songwriting hooks. The tracks are as eclectically diverse as ever, with sounds ranging from electronica to arena rock. Third Eye Blind’s legacy is a testament to the band’s talent. Though they’ve gone through quite a few lineup changes, including adding new musicians, Jenkins’s songwriting has always been able to tie together their sound well. This allowed them to seamlessly go from being the forerunners of the post-grunge movement and playing up a pop-punk sound to utilizing more genre-pure sounds like arena rock. Anyone even remotely attuned to the 90s should find the time to go relive some nostalgia with Third Eye Blind. But, additionally, find the time to catch up with some of the band’s latest releases, which fuse their older sounds with some compelling twists. Third Eye Blind performs at Champions Square on Tuesday, June 13, at 7 p.m. For tickets, go to livenation.com

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MUSICCALENDAR Neutral Ground Coffeehouse - Jonathan Tankel, Michael Liuzza & Company Palace Cafe Black Duck Bar - The Rum Runners Palm Court Jazz Cafe - Palm Court Jazz Band w/ Lars Edegran & Topsy Chapman Pour House Saloon - Oscar & the Blues Cats Jam Preservation Hall - All-Stars w/ Charlie Gabriel Ralph’s On the Park - Joe Krown Rare Form - Nervous Duane, Beardsley & Jow, Matt Galloway Band Seal’s Class Act - Treme Brass Band Siberia - Newlyweds + Neutral Snap + Paris Avenue Snug Harbor - Uptown Jazz Orchestra w/ Delfeayo Marsalis Special Venue - Wild Man Dave Spotted Cat - Chris Christy, Shotgun Jazz Band, Antoine Diel & the New Orleans Misfit Power Spotted Cat Restaurant - Bart Ramsey, Up Up We Go! The Irish House - Patrick Cooper Three Muses - Leslie Martin, Russell Welch Three Muses Maple - Lynn Drury Trenasse’ at the Hotel Intercontinental - Jim Cole

Journey 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Journey will play at the Smoothie King Center on June 9, with special guest Asia, performing all their classic hits like “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Any Way You Want It,” and more. Fri., June 9. $59.00-$95.00 Adv, 7:30 p.m., Smoothie King Center, smoothiekingcenter.com Tuesday, May 30 21st Amendment - 30x90 Blues Women AllWays Lounge - Open Mic w/ Stacey Colangelo Apple Barrel - Josh Benitez Band, Steve Mignano Band Bamboula’s - Joe Goldberg Jazz Trio, Dana & the Boneshakers, Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers BB King’s Blues Club - Justin Donovan, Steve Mignano, Benny Turner BMC - Jersey Slim, Dapper Dandies, Will Dickerson Band Bombay Club - Matt Lemmler Bourbon Orleans The Bourbon O Bar - Marty Peters Jazz Band Buffa’s - Vanessa Carr Bullet’s Sports Bar - Teresa B. Cafe Negril - 4 Sidemen of the Apocalypse, John Lisi & Delta Funk Celebration Hall - The TBC Brass Band Checkpoint Charlie - Jamie Lynn Vessels, The Damn Frontier Chickie Wah Wah - Albanie Falletta, Jon Cleary Circle Bar - Carl Leblanc Columns Hotel - Matt Rhody & John Rankin Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Crescent City Farmers Market Uptown - Valerie Sassyfras D.b.a - Dinosaurchestra, Treme Brass Band Dmac’s Bar and Grill - Texas Tex Dos Jefes - Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious Fritzel’s Jazz Pub - Chuck Bushman & Richard Scott House of Blues Restaurant - Michael Liuzza Jazz Playhouse - The Nayo Jones Experience Kerry Irish Pub - Will Dickerson, Jason Bishop Little Gem Saloon - Charlie Miller Mahogany Jazz Hall - Monty Banks, Tony Seville & the Cadillacs Maison - Geovane Santos Brazilian Jazz Quartet, Gregory Agid Quartet, Kristina Morales & The Bayou Shufflers Maple Leaf - Rebirth Brass Band Market Cafe - Abe Thompson & The Doctors of Funk Marigny Brasserie - Jimmy Sweetwater & Jeb Rault New Orleans Jazz National Historic Park - Richard “Piano “ Scott Old U.S. Mint - Down on Their Luck Orchestra Palace Cafe Black Duck Bar - The Rum Runners Pour House Saloon - Spider Murphy & his Cosmic Open Mic Night Preservation Hall - All-Stars w/ Charlie Gabriel Ralph’s On the Park - Joe Krown Rare Form - Mark Appleford Ray’s on the Ave - Bobby Love & Friends

Siberia - Vader + Internal Bleeding + Sacrificial Slaughter + Voices of Ruin + Micawber SideBar Nola - Brad Walker & David Bandrowski Duo Snug Harbor - Stanton Moore Trio Spotted Cat - Andy Forest, Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns, Smokin Time Jazz Club Spotted Cat Restaurant - Dave Geare, Geovane Santos The Irish House - Patrick Coopers Three Muses - Messy Cookers Three Muses Maple - Gypsyland Jazz Trinity Episcopal Church - Organ & Labyrinth w; Albinas Prizgintas Wednesday, May 31 21st Amendment - Shake It Break It Band, Royal Street Windin’ Boys Apple Barrel - Andre Lovett Bamboula’s - Hot Trio w/ Giselle Anguizola, Messy Cookers, Mem Shannon Blues Band BB King’s Blues Club - Sean Riley, Sierra Leone BMC - Set Up Kings, Sierra Leone, Jazmarae Bombay Club - Josh Paxton Bourbon Orleans The Bourbon O Bar - Shynola Jazz Band Buffa’s - World’s Most Open Mic Night w/ Nattie Cafe Negril - Maid Of Orleans, Another Day in Paradise Carver Theater - David L. Harris Quartet Celebration Hall - The TBC Brass Band Checkpoint Charlie - T Bone Stone & the Happy Monsters, Caleb Maiten Chickie Wah Wah - Meschiya Lake & Tom McDermott, Mike Doussan Band Circle Bar - The Iguanas, all the colors of the dark presents Beyond the Darkness XVI Columns Hotel - Andy Rogers Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat D.b.a - Tin Men , Bon Bon Vivant Dos Jefes - The George French Trio Dragon’s Den - Groove Therapy Fritzel’s Jazz Pub - Chuck Brackman & Barry Foulon House of Blues Foundation Room - Stephen Rhodes House of Blues Restaurant - Cary Hudson Jazz Playhouse - Glen David Andrews Kerry Irish Pub - Chip Wilson Little Gem Saloon - Reid Poole Duo Maison - Slick Skillet Serenaders, New Orleans Jazz Vipers, Smoking on Some Brass Mandeville Trailhead - Patrick Cooper Maple Leaf - Raja Kassis Market Cafe - Abe Thompson & The Doctors of Funk

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Thursday, June 1 AllWays Lounge - Dennis Gonzalez’ Yells at Eels w/ Rodrigo Amado Apple Barrel - Slick Skillet Serenaders, Big Soul Armstrong Park - Robin Barnes + Jon Cleary Bamboula’s - Reid Poole Trio, Jenavieve Cook & The Royal St. Windin’ Boys Bar Mon Cher - Bats in the Belfry weekly Goth Night w/ DJ Mange and Guests Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Buffa’s - Gumbo Cabaret, Tom McDermott & Friends Bullet’s Sports Bar - Kermit Ruffins Cafe Negril - Revival, Soul Project Casa Borrega - Descarga Latina featuring Freddy Omar Circle Bar - Natalie Mae & Gina Leslie Columns Hotel - Marc Stone Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat D.b.a - The Roamin’ Jasmine Dos Jefes - The Todd Duke Trio Dragon’s Den “Upstairs” - Puscana: Skelatin + Blue Velvet Hi Ho Lounge - A Lovely Triangle + Naughty Place Hotel Monteleone (Carousel Lounge) - Antoine Diel Quartet House of Blues Restaurant - Jake Landry House of Blues Foundation Room - Jason Bishop Jazz Playhouse - Ashlin Parker Trio, James Rivers Movement Kerry Irish Pub - Jamie Lynn Vessels Le Bon Temps Roule - The Soul Rebels Mag’s 940 - Cedar Howard’s Non-GMO Organ Trio Maison - The Good for Nothin’ Band, Sweet Substitute Jazz Band, Dysfunktional Bone Marigny Brasserie - Jamey St. Pierre & Dave Freeson New Orleans Social House - Larry Sieberth Duo Ogden Museum of Southern Art - Carol Fran Old Point Bar - Wonderland One Eyed Jacks - Bonnie Bishop Rock N’ Bowl - Chris Ardoin SideBar Nola - Helen Gillet & Rodrigo Amado Duo Snug Harbor - Seva Venet’s New Orleans Banjo Celebration Spotted Cat - Sarah McCoy, Sophie Lee, Jumbo Shrimp Spotted Cat Restaurant - Davis Rogan, Tom Witek Band Tipitina’s - Billy Iuso & Restless Natives + Noisewater Friday, June 2 AllWays Lounge - Thibault Apple Barrel - Dan Beaudoin, Rick Toby Bamboula’s - Co & Co Travelin’ Show, Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, Smoky Greenwell, Caesar Brothers Bar Mon Cher - Samantha Pearl Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Buffa’s - Marc Stone, Keith Burnstein Bullet’s Sports Bar - The Pinettes Brass Band Cafe Negril - Jamie Lynn Vessels, Dana Abbott, Higher Heights Casa Borrega - Javier Gutierrez & Josh Reppel Circle Bar - Rik Slave’s Country Persuasion, Horsejumper of Love + Spencer Radcliffe + Lawn + Pope Columns Hotel - Andrew Hall Creole Gardens Hotel - DJ Black Queen Anne Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - The Panorama Jazz Band Hi Ho Lounge - Black Laurel, DJ Matt Scott House of Blues Foundation Room - Doc Lovett & The Louisiana Remedy House of Blues “The Parish” - House of the Young House of Blues Restaurant - Ron Hotstream, Marcos & Crescent Citizen, Keith Stone Band Howlin’ Wolf “The Den” - Donacello

Jazz Playhouse - Joe Krown, Luther Kent, Romy Kaye & The Mercy Buckets Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper, Beth Patterson Maison - The New Orleans Swinging Gypsies, Shotgun Jazz Band, Soul Project, Brasszilla Marigny Opera House - As One New Orleans Jazz National Historic Park - Johnette Downing New Orleans Social House - Kitt Lough Oak Wine Bar - Tom Leggett Old Point Bar - Rick Trolsen, Steve Mignano Old U.S Mint - Dennis Gonzalez Yells at Eels w/ Rodrigo Amado One Eyed Jacks - Soul Sister presents REVOLUTION: a Prince celebration Republic New Orleans - Lil Uzi Vert Rivershack Tavern - Paul Molinario Project Rock N’ Bowl - Supercharger Roosevelt Hotel (Fountain Lounge) - Antoine Diel Trio Snug Harbor - Ellis Marsalis Quintet Spotted Cat - Andy Forest, Washboard Chaz Trio, Cottonmouth Kings The Building - Joel Willson + Context Killer featuring Simon Lott Tipitina’s - Mad Dog + Slack Adjustor + Slutrag Twist of Lime - Mad Dog + Slack Adjustor + Slutrag Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center - Dennis Gonzalez Yells at Eels w/ Rodrigo Amado Saturday, June 3 Ace Hotel (Three Keys) - Jim Lauderdale Apple Barrel - Keith Harden, Sean Riley Blues Band, Chris Klein & the Boulevards Bamboula’s - Kala Bazaar Swing Society, G & Her Swinging 3, Marigny Street Brass Band Bar Mon Cher - Barbella Blue Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Buffa’s - Red Hot Jazz Band, Debbie Davis & Josh Paxton, Freddit Blue & the Friendship Circle Cafe Negril - Jamie Lynn Vessels, Jamey St. Pierre & The Honeycreepers Casa Borrega - Javier Gutierrez & Josh Reppel Circle Bar - DJ BuyItNow Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat d.b.a. - The Soul Rebels Dos Jefes - The Salt Wives Hi Ho Lounge - Hustle with DJ Soul Sister House of Blues - Appetite for Destruction: Tribute to Guns N’ Roses House of Blues Foundation Room - Jukebox Heroes House of Blues Restaurant - Geovane Santos Quartet, Jon Roniger & The Good For Nothin’ Band, Right Lane Bandits Kerry Irish Pub - Mike Kerwin & Geoff Coats, Hurricane Refugees Maison - Chance Bushman & the Ibervillianaires Marigny Brasserie - The Key Sound Marigny Opera House - As One New Orleans Social House - David Toranowsky Trio Oak Wine Bar - Keith Burnstein Old Point Bar - Revival Rock N’ Bowl - The Yat Pack Shamrock Bar & Grill - Vance Orange Snug Harbor - Astral Project Spotted Cat - Andy Forest, Washboard Chaz Trio, Cottonmouth Kings Twist of Lime - Final Drive + Mean Machine + Misled + Distartica Woldenberg Riverfront Park - New Orleans Oyster Festival w/ Billy Iuso & Restless Natives + Mike Doussan + Bonerama & Flow Tribe Sunday, June 4 AllWays Lounge - Smokin’ Time Jazz Club Apple Barrel - Shotgun Double, Sam Dingle Trio, Vic Shepherd Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits - The Roamin Jasmine Bamboula’s - Dave Hammer Gospel Trio, Ben Fox, Messy Cookers, Ed Willis Blues 4 Sale Banks Street Bar - Ron & Tina’s Open Mic Buffa’s - Some Like it Hot, Spike Perkins Trio, Steve Pistorius, Orange Kellin, James Evans & Benny Amon Bullet’s Sports Bar - Teresa B Circle Bar - Micah McKee & Friends + Blind Texas Marlin, DJ Pasta Columns Hotel - Chip Wilson Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - Charlie Miller Hi Ho Lounge - The Iceman Special House of Blues - Maxx P House of Blues Restaurant - Truman Holland Howlin’ Wolf “The Den” - Hot 8 Brass Band Jazz & Heritage Center - Betsey Heimburger & Kelly

Cuppett Jazz Playhouse - Germaine Bazzle Kerry Irish Pub - Will Dickerson Maison - Chance Bushman & The NOLA Jitterbugs Marigny Opera House - As One Old Point Bar - Amanda Walker, Romy Vargas & Jeanne Marie Harris Rock N’ Bowl - Big Easy Brawlers Snug Harbor - Tom McDermott Southport Hall - Saving Abel + Akadia + First Fracture Special Venue - The Jefferson Chorale Trinity Episcopal Church - Zion Harmonizers Woldenberg Riverfront Park - New Orleans Oyster Festival Monday, June 5 Apple Barrel - Sam Cammarata, Bourbon Bastards Bamboula’s - Alex Belhaj Trio, The Tradsters, New Orleans Swinging Gypsies, Sunshine Brass Band Bar Mon Cher - Lefty Lucy presents Burlesque Bingo Buffa’s - Arsene DeLay, Antoine Diel & Sam Kuslan Candlelight Lounge - Corey Henry & Friends Circle Bar - Phil the Tremolo King Columns Hotel - David Doucet Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat d.ba. - MainLine Dos Jefes - John Fohl Dragon’s Den - Chris Johnson And the Jazz Band Ballers Hi Ho Lounge - Bluegrass Pickin’ Party, Instant Opus Improvised Series House of Blues Restaurant - Sean Riley Jazz Playhouse - Gerald French & The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band Joy Theater - Bacon Brothers Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Maison - Chicken & Waffles, Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses, New Thousand Snug Harbor - Charmaine Neville Tuesday, June 6 Ace Hotel (Three Keys) - Jim Lauderdale Apple Barrel - Josh Benitez Band Bamboula’s - Bryce Eastwood Trio, Joe Goldberg Trio, Dana & the Boneshakers, DinosAurchestra Buffa’s - Tacos Tequila and Tiaras w/ Vanessa Carr Celebration Hall - The TBC Brass Band Circle Bar - Carl Leblanc Columns Hotel - Alex McMurray & John Rankin Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - Mark Coleman & Todd Duke

Hi Ho Lounge - Vexed Perspective + David Bode & Choose To Think House of Blues Restaurant - Michael Liuzza Jazz Playhouse - Michael Watson Kerry Irish Pub - Jason Bishop Maison - Gregory Agid Quartet, Shhh Ray’s On The Ave - Bobby Love & Friends Snug Harbor - Betty Shirley’s Tribute to Bessie and Nina Trinity Episcopal Church - Organ & Labyrinth featuring Albinas Prizgintas Wednesday, June 7 Ace Hotel (Three Keys) - Monica McIntyre & Keisha Slaughter Apple Barrel - Andre Lovett, TW Quartet Autocrat Social & Pleasure Club - TBC Brass Band Bamboula’s - Eight Dice Cloth, Bamboula’s Hot Jazz Trio & Giselle Anguizola, Gentilly Stompers, Mem Shannon Buffa’s - World’s Most Open Mic Night w/ Nattie Carver Theater - David L. Harris Quartet Celebration Hall - The TBC Brass Band Circle Bar - The Iguanas Columns Hotel - Andy Rogers Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - The George French Trio Hi Ho Lounge - New Creation House of Blues Foundation Room - John Autin House of Blues Restaurant - Cary Hudson Jazz Playhouse - Brass-A-Holics Kerry Irish Pub - Chip Wilson Maison - Robin Sherman Quartet, New Orleans Jazz Vipers, Organized Crime New Orleans Social House - Joe Ashlar Rock N’ Bowl - Ron Hotstream and the Mid-City Drifters Snug Harbor - Uptown Jazz Orchestra featuring Delfeayo Marsalis Southport Hall - Kung Fu Vampire Spotted Cat - Antoine Diel & the Misfit Power Three Keys - Monica McIntyre & Keisha Slaughter Thursday, June 8 Ace Hotel - (Three Keys) - Little Cosmicana & Friends Apple Barrel - Slick Skillet Serenaders, Big Soul Bamboula’s - Reid Poole Trio, Kala Bazaar Swing Society, Jenavieve Cook & the Royal St. Windin’ Boys, Johnny J & the Hitmen Bar Mon Cher - Bats in the Belfry weekly Goth Night w/ DJ Mange and Guests Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon

YngwieMalmsteen A respected musician among both his peers and his fans, heavy metal guitarist Yngwie Johan Malmsteen will be performing at the House of Blues on June 11 as part of the World on Fire 2017 tour. Sun., June 11. $28.00 Adv, 7:00 p.m., House of Blues New Orleans, houseofblues.com/neworleans.com Buffa’s - Tom Saunders & the HotCats, Tom McDermott & Friends Bullet’s Sports Bar - Kermit Ruffins Casa Borrega - Descarga Latina featuring Fredy Omar Circle Bar - Natalie Mae & Gina Leslie Columns Hotel - Marc Stone Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - The Betty Shirley Band Dragon’s Den - Rougarou + Different Strokes + Foxhunter Hi Ho Lounge - DOPEciety presents Future Funk Hotel Monteleone (Carousel Lounge) - Antoine Diel Quartet House of Blues Foundation Room - Spencer Racca House of Blues Restaurant - Jake Landry

Jazz Playhouse - Ashlin Parker Trio, James Rivers Movement Kerry Irish Pub - Three w/ Mark Carson Le Bon Temps Roule - The Soul Rebels Maison - The Good For Nothin’ Band, Asylum Chorus, Dysfunktional Bone Marigny Brasserie - Jamey St. Pierre & Dave Freeson New Orleans Social House - Larry Sieberth Duo Ogden Museum of Southern Art - The Tumbling Wheels Old Point Bar - Gregg & James Martinez Rock N’ Bowl - Chubby Carrier Snug Harbor - Loving Day Southport Hall - Doyle + Dave Suicide + The Tomb of Nick Cage & the Angry 88

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Tipitina’s - New Orleans Swamp Donkeys Friday, June 9 Apple Barrel - Samantha Pearl, Dan Beaudoin, Set Up Kings Bamboula’s - Co & Co Travelin’ Show, Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, Smoky Greenwell, John Lisi Bar Mon Cher - Samantha Pearl Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Blue Nile - The Soul Rebels Buffa’s - Little Coquet, Ed Doskey Jazz Band Bullet’s Sports Bar - The Pinettes Brass Band Cafe Negril - Dana Abbott Band Casa Borrega - Javier Gutierrez & Josh Reppel Circle Bar - Rik Slave’s Country Persuasion Columns Hotel - Andrew Hall Creole Gardens Hotel - DJ Black Queen Anne Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - The Panorama Jazz Band Hi Ho Lounge - Volume Overload, DJ Matt Scott House of Blues - Who’s Bad: Michael Jackson Tribute House of Blues Foundation Room - Bon Bon Vivant House of Blues Restaurant - Ron Hotstream, Marcos & Crescent Citizen, Keith Stone Band Howlin’ Wolf - GlowRage Jazz Playhouse - Joe Krown, Eric “Benny” Bloom, Romy Kaye & The Mercy Buckets Kerry Irish Pub - Van Hudson, Lonestar Stout Maison - The Swinging Gypsies, Shotgun Jazz Band, The Grid, Ashton Hines & The Big Easy Brawlers New Orleans Social House - Anais St. John Oak Wine Bar - Mia Borders Old Point Bar - Rick Trolsen, The UnNaturals Rock N’ Bowl - The Boogie Men Roosevelt Hotel (Fountain Lounge) - Antoine Diel Trio Snug Harbor - Ellis Marsalis Quartet Southport Hall - Contraflow Tipitina’s - Mike Dillon Band Twist of Lime - Too Soon + Rooftop Junkies + Vermillion Whiskey + Aura of Darkness + Cerebra Drama Saturday, June 10 Apple Barrel - Keith Harden, Sean Riley Blues Band, Hellbenders Bamboula’s - Kala Bazaar Sing Society, G & Her Swinging 3, Marigny Street Brass Band Bar Mon Cher - Barbella Blue Bayou Bar at Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Buffa’s - Red Hot Jazz Band, Tom Saunders Trio, Riverside Jazz Collective

Cafe Negril - Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers Casa Borrega - Papo Guevara & Son Mandao Circle Bar - Needle Points + Trancefarmers + Bipolaroid Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - Chicken & Waffles Hi Ho Lounge - Hustle with DJ Soul Sister House of Blues - Hot 8 Brass Band + Keedy Black + DJ Soul Sister House of Blues Foundation Room - The Ibervillianaires House of Blues “The Parish” - GrrlSpot House of Blues Restaurant - Geovane Santos Quartet, Ted Hefko, Aaron Lopez-Barrantes Howlin’ Wolf “The Den” - Sunquakes Jazz Playhouse - The Nayo Jones Experience Kerry Irish Pub - Beth Patterson, Mark Hessler & Harold Vivien Maison - Chance Bushman & the Ibervillianaires, Leah Rucker, Smoking Time Jazz Club, Raw Deal, No Good Deed Marigny Brasserie - The Key Sound New Orleans Social House - Joe Krown Trio featuring James Rivers Oak Wine Bar - Jenn Howard Glass Old Point Bar - Chris Klein One Eyed Jacks - Jake Shears Rock N’ Bowl - Good Feelin’ Band Shamrock Bar & Grill - The Soul Rebels Snug Harbor - Ike Stubblefield Organ Trio Southport Hall - Ballyhoo! + The Holdup + Darenots, House of Goats + Like water + A Hanging Special Venue - SOUL REBELS BRASS BAND Twist of Lime - Twin Span + Dark Star Coven + Blood & Bourbon + MikeyB3 + Bald Dog Project + more Sunday, June 11 AllWays Lounge - Ibervillinaries Apple Barrel - Michael Parsons, Jeanne Marie Harris Band Bamboula’s - Dave Hammel Gospel Trio + J.J & His Fidgety Four + Carl LeBlanc + Ed Wills Blues 4 Sale Buffa’s - Some Like It Hot, Little Coquette, Geral French Trio Bullet’s Sports Bar - VL & Just Right Band Circle Bar - Micah McKee & Friends + Blind Texas Marlin, Jesus Chris & The Beatles + Sexual Jeremy Columns Hotel - Chip Wilson Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - Matt Lemmler Hi Ho Lounge - Ukulady’s Man +Henry Herz + Brain Cream House of Blues - Yngwie Malmsteen House of Blues Restaurant - Jason Bishop Howlin’ Wolf “The Den” - Hot 8 Brass Band

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ThirdEyeBlind Alternative rock band Third Eye Blind will be performing at Champions Square, with special guests Silversun Pickups and Ocean Park Standoff. Tues., June 13. $25.00-$291.00 Adv, 7:00 p.m., Bold Sphere Music at Champions Square, champions-square.com Jazz Playhouse - Shannon Powell Trio Kerry Irish Pub - Chip Wilson Maison - Chance Bushman & The NOLA Jitterbugs, Royal Street Winding Boys, Meghan Stewart, Higher Heights Old Point Bar - Luna Mora, Romy Vargas & Jeanne Marie Harris Rock N’ Bowl - Glory Rhodes + BSL Trio Siberia - Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers Spotted Cat - Jamey St. Pierre & The Honeycreepers Trinity Episcopal Church - Chip Wilson Monday, June 12 Apple Barrel - Sam Cammarata, Bourbon Bastards

Bamboula’s - Alex Belhaj Trio + Samantha Pearl Jazz Trio + New Orleans Swinging Gypsies + Sunshine Brass Band Bar Mon Cher - Lefty Lucy presents Burlesque Bingo Buffa’s - Arsene DeLay, Antoine Diel Candlelight Lounge - Corey Henry & Friends Circle Bar - Phil the Tremolo King, Lords of Beacon House + Great Electric Quest + Shadow Giant + Smoke Columns Hotel - David Doucet Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat d.ba. - MainLine Dos Jefes - John Fohl Dragon’s Den - The Messy Cookers Jazz Band Hi Ho Lounge - Bluegrass Pickin’ Party, Instant Opus

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Improvised Series House of Blues Restaurant - Sean Riley Jazz Playhouse - Gerald French & The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Maison - Chicken & Waffles, Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses, Max Bronstein Music Snug Harbor - Charmaine Neville Tuesday, June 13 Apple Barrel - Josh Benitez Band Bamboula’s - Bryce Eastwood Trio + Joe Goldberg Jazz Trio + Dana & the Boneshakers + Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers Buffa’s - Tacos Tequila and Tiaras w/ Vanessa Carr Celebration Hall - The TBC Brass Band Circle Bar - Carl Leblanc Columns Hotel - John Rankin Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - Mark Coleman Hi Ho Lounge - Push Push House of Blues Foundation Room - Jim McCormick, Spencer Bohren, John 'Papa' Gros & Mia Borders House of Blues Restaurant - Michael Liuzza Jazz Playhouse - K.C & The Irresistibles Kerry Irish Pub - Jason Bishop Maison - Gregory Agid Quartet, Midnight Love Band Ray’s On The Ave - Bobby Love and Friends Republic New Orleans - Mike Snow Snug Harbor - Clarence Johnson III Quartet Trinity Episcopal Church - Organ & Labyrinth featuring Albinas Prizgintas Wednesday, June 14 Apple Barrel - Andre Lovett, Jobo Duo Autocrat Social & Pleasure Club - TBC Brass Band Bamboula’s - Eight Dice Cloth + Giselle Anguizola + Messy Cookers + Mem Shannon Buffa’s - World’s Most Open Mic Night w/ Nattie Carver Theater - David L. Harris Quarter Celebration Hall - The TBC Brass Band Circle Bar - The Iguanas + Freddy Beach + Buncho + The Melters Columns Hotel - Andy Rogers Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - The George French Trio Hi Ho Lounge - Marina Orchestra House of Blues Foundation Room - Joe Krown House of Blues Restaurant - Cary Hudson

Howlin’ Wolf “The Den” - Drew Dixon Jazz Playhouse - Brass-A-Holics Kerry Irish Pub - Tim Robertson Maison - Cosmo Alleycats, New Orleans Jazz Vipers, Kristina Morales & The Inner Wild New Orleans Social House - Joe Krown Trio featuring James Rivers, Joe Ashlar Rock N’ Bowl - The Yat Pack Snug Harbor - Uptown Jazz Orchestra featuring Delfeayo Marsalis Spotted Cat - Antoine Diel & the Misfit Power Thursday, June 15 Apple Barrel - Slick Skillet Serenaders, Chris Klein & the Boulevards Bamboula’s - Reid Poole Trio + Kala Bazaar Swing Society + Jenavieve Cook & The Royal St. Windin’ Boys + Sonny Wolf Bar Mon Cher - Bats in the Belfry weekly Goth Night w/ DJ Mange and Guests Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Buffa’s - Gumbo Cabaret, Tom McDermott & Friends Bullet’s Sports Bar - Kermit Ruffins Casa Borrega - Descarga Latina featuring Fredy Omar Circle Bar - Natalie Mae & Gina Leslie Columns Hotel - Marc Stone Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - The Jason Stewart Band Hi Ho Lounge - Buku Broux Hotel Monteleone (Carousel Lounge) - Antoine Diel Quartet House of Blues Foundation Room - Jen Howard Band House of Blues Restaurant - Jake Landry Howlin Wolf - Snake Oil Festival w/ Phat Mandee & Dr. Sick Jazz Playhouse - Ashlin Parker Trio, James Rivers Movement Kerry Irish Pub - Will Dickerson Le Bon Temps Roule - The Soul Rebels Maison - Stray Cat Strut, Dysfunktional Bone Marigny Brasserie - Jamey St. Pierre & Dave Freeson New Orleans Social House - Matt Lemmler Duo Ogden Museum of Southern Art - Andre Bohren Republic - Girlpool Old Point Bar - Ted Hefko & The Thousandaires Republic New Orleans - Girlpool Rock N’ Bowl - Leroy Thomas & the Zydeco RoadRunners Snug Harbor - David Sager Jazz Band Friday, June 16 Apple Barrel - Samantha Pearl, Dan Beaudoin, Vic Shepherd Bamboula’s - Co & Co Travelin Show + Chance Bushman’s

AldousHarding The Bowery presents gothic folk singer songwriter and performance artist Aldous Harding, with local music artists Sexy Dex and the Fresh at Gasa Gasa on June 17. Doors open at 9:00 p.m. and the show starts at 10:00 p.m. Sat., June 17. $10.00 Adv, 10:00 p.m., Gasa Gasa, gasagasa.com Rhythm Stompers + Smoky Greenwell + Caesar Brothers Bar Mon Cher - Samantha Pearl Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Buffa’s - Davis Rogan, Phil DeGruy & Emily Robertson Bullet’s Sports Bar - The Pinettes Brass Band Cafe Negril - Dana Abbott Band Casa Borrega - Roda de Choro Circle Bar - Rik Slave’s Country Persuasion Columns Hotel - Andrew Hall Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - Vivaz! Hi Ho Lounge - DJ Matt Scott

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Brawlers New Orleans Social House - Cristina Perez Oak Wine Bar - Miles Cabecerious Old Point Bar - Rick Trolsen, Jamie Lynn Vessels Rock N’ Bowl - Bucktown Allstars Roosevelt Hotel (Fountain Lounge) - Antoine Diel Trio Snug Harbor - Ellis Marsalis Quintet Southport Hall - 95 South + Fresh Kid Ice Tipitina’s - Good Enough for Good Times + Funk Monkey Saturday, June 17 Apple Barrel - Dan Beaudoin, Sean Riley Blues Band, Big Al & The Heavyweights Bamboula’s - Kala Bazaar Swing Society + G & Her Swingin 3 + Marigny Street Brass Band Bar Mon Cher - Barbarella Blue Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Buffa’s - Red Hot Jazz Band, Miles Lyons Quintet, Mike Doussan & Globalist Lizardman Casa Borrega - Javier Gutierrez & Josh Reppel Cafe Negril - Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers Circle Bar - Sudden Attack + Narb + 1 Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Crescent City Farmer’s Market - Valerie Sassyfras Dos Jefes - Sunpie & the Louisiana Sunspots Hi Ho Lounge - Hustle with DJ Soul Sister House of Blues - Bidi Bidi Banda: A Tribute to Selena House of Blues The Foundation Room - The Ibervillianaires House of Blues “The Parish” - LouMuzik House of Blues Restaurant - Geovane Santos Quartet, Dick Deluxe, Gypsy Elise & The Royale Blues Howlin Wolf - Snake Oil Festival w/ Phat Mandee & Dr. Sick Jazz Playhouse - The Nayo Jones Experience Kerry Irish Pub - Dave Hickey, Roux The Day! Maison - Chance Bushman & the Ibervillianaires, Royal Street Winding Boys, Smoking Time Jazz Club, Brass-AHolics, Gene’s Music Machine New Orleans Social House - Kris Tokarski & Meryl Zimmerman Oak Wine Bar - Dapper Dandies Old Point Bar - Dick Deluxe Rock N’ Bowl - Mixed Nuts Shamrock Bar & Grill - Remixers Snug Harbor - Herlin Riley Quartet Special Venue - Remixers Sunday, June 18 Apple Barrel - Michael Parsons, Sam Dingle Trio AllWays Lounge - The Nutria Strutters

Bamboula’s - Dave Hammer Gospel Trio, Ben Fox, Carl Leblanc, Ed Wills Blues 4 Sale Buffa’s - Some Like It Hot, Heather Holloway & the Heebie Jeebies, Steve Pistorius, Orange Kellin, James Evans, & Benny Amon Bullet’s Sports Bar - John Pierre Columns Hotel - Chip Wilson Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - Peter Nu Hollygrove Market - Valerie Sassyfras House of Blues “The Parish” - TWRP House of Blues Restaurant - Jason Bishop Jazz Playhouse - Germaine Bazzle Kerry Irish Pub - Will Dickerson Maison - Chance Bushman & The NOLA Jitterbugs, Swamp Donkeys, Higher Heights Old Point Bar - Anais St. John, Romy Vargas & Jeanne Marie Harris Rock N’ Bowl - Fais Do Do + Bruce Daigrepont Snug Harbor - John Rankin & Tom Fischer Trinity Episcopal Church - Jeffrey Wilson + Albinas Prizgintas & more Monday, June 19 Apple Barrel - Sam Cammarata, Bourbon Bastards Bamboula’s - Alex Belhaj Trio, Samantha Pearl Jazz Trio, New Orleans Swinging Gypsies, Sunshine Brass Band Bar Mon Cher - Lefty Lucy presents Burlesque Bingo Buffa’s - Arsene DeLay, Antoine Diel Candlelight Lounge - Corey Henry & Friends Columns Hotel - David Doucet Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat d.b.a. - MainLine Dos Jefes - John Fohl Dragon’s Den - Steve DeTroy & the Swing Revue Hi Ho Lounge - Bluegrass Pickin’ Party, Instant Opus Improvised Series House of Blues Restaurant - Sean Riley Jazz Playhouse - Gerald French & The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band Kerry Irish Pub - Mark Appleford Maison - Chicken & Waffles, Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses Snug Harbor - Charmaine Neville Tuesday, June 20 Apple Barrel - Josh Benitez Band Bamboula’s - Bryce Eastwood Trio, Joe Goldberg Jazz Trio, Dana & the Boneshakers, Johnny J & the Hitmen

Buffa’s - Vanessa Carr Celebration Hall - The TBC Brass Band Columns Hotel - John Rankin Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious Hi Ho Lounge - Ruby & the Rogues + Lilli Lewis + Joy Clark House of Blues Restaurant - Michael Liuzza Jazz Playhouse - George & Gerald French Kerry Irish Pub - Jason Bishop Maison - Novos Sapatos, Gregory Agid Quartet, CoolNasty Ray’s On the Ave - Bobby Love & Friends Snug Harbor - Stanton Moore Trio Trinity Episcopal Church - The North Star Boys Choir + Organ & Labyrinth featuring Albinas Prizgintas Wednesday, June 21 Apple Barrel - Andre Lovett, TW Quartet Autocrat Social & Pleasure Club - TBC Brass Band Bamboula’s - Eight Dice Cloth, Hot Jazz Trio & Giselle Anguizola, Messy Cookers, Mem Shannon Buffa’s - World’s Most Open Mic Night w/ Nattie Carver Theater - David L. Harris Quartet Celebration Hall - The TBC Brass Band Columns Hotel - Andy Rogers Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - The George French Trio House of Blues Foundation Room - Heidijo House of Blues “The Parish” - Jake Shimabukuro House of Blues Restaurant - Cary Hudson Jazz Playhouse - Brass-A-Holics Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Maison - McKenna Alicia, Good For Nothin’ Jazz Band New Orleans Social House - Joe Ashlar Rock N’ Bowl - The Boogie Men Snug Harbor - Uptown Jazz Orchestra Spotted Cat - Antoine Diel & the Misfit Power Thursday, June 22 Apple Barrel - Slick Skillet Serenaders, Sean Riley Bamboula’s - Reid Poole Trio, Kala Bazaar Trio, Jenavieve Cook & The Royal Street Windin Boys, City of Trees Brass Band Bar Mon Cher - Bats in the Belfry weekly Goth Night w/ DJ Mange and Guests Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Buffa’s - Tom Saunders & the Topcats, Tom McDermott & Friends Bullet’s Sports Bar - Kermit Ruffins Casa Borrega - Descarga Latina featuring Fredy Omar

Columns Hotel - Marc Stone Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - The Loren Pickford Quartet Hotel Monteleone (Carousel Lounge) - Antoine Diel Quartet House of Blues Foundation Room - Yat Pack Jazz Playhouse - Ashlin Park Trio, James Rivers Movement Kerry Irish Pub - Foot & Friends Le Bon Temps Roule - The Soul Rebels Maison - Dysfunktional Bone Marigny Brasserie - Jamey St. Pierre & Dave Freeson New Orleans Social House - Larry Sieberth Trio Ogden Museum of Southern Art - Lynn Drury Old Point Bar - Vance Orange Snug Harbor - Cindy Scott Quartet Friday, June 23 Apple Barrel - Samantha Pearl, Dan Beaudoin Bamboula’s - Co & Co Travelin’ Show, Smoky Greenwell, John Lisi Bar Mon Cher - Barbarella Blue Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain - Phil Melancon Buffa’s - Steve DeTroy Trio, Rebecca Zoe Leigh w/ Clint Johnson Bullet’s Sports Bar - The Pinettes Brass Band Cafe Negril - Dana Abbott Band Casa Borrega - Geovane Santos Duo Circle Bar - Mason Ruffner Columns Hotel - Andrew Hall Creole Gardens Hotel - DJ Black Queen Anne Crescent City Brewhouse - New Orleans Streetbat Dos Jefes - Antonio! Hi Ho Lounge - Loose Willis, DJ Matt Scott House of Blues Foundation Room - Buku Broux House of Blues Restaurant - Ron Hotstream, Marcos & Crescent Citizen, Lefty Keith & The True Blues Jazz Playhouse - Joe Krown, Quiana Lynell, Romy Kaye & The Mercy Buckets Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper, Beth Patterson Maison - The New Orleans Swinging Gypsies, Shotgun Jazz Band, Vegas Cola, Ashton Hines & The Big Easy Brawlers New Orleans Social House - Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious Old Point Bar - Rick Trolsen, Gal Holiday Rock N’ Bowl - Groovy 7 Roosevelt Hotel (Foundation Lounge) - Antoine Diel Trio Snug Harbor - Ellis Marsalis Quintet Tipitina’s - Naughty Professor + The Crooked Vines

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NOLA Caribbean Festival June 24-25

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Beauregard Watermelon Festival 204 W. 1st St., DeRidder, LA 70634 June 23-24 Fri. 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. & Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. beauregardwatermelonfestival.com If you love watermelon, this is the festival for you. Come and enjoy a two-day weekend of music, food, and contests. You can win $200 dollars just for spitting out watermelon seeds. Entertainment will also be available for the kids. Carnival rides, food, drinks, and of course, watermelon, will be available throughout the whole festival.

PROFESSIONAL Stop Waiting Do It Now Esplanade Mall, 1401 W. Esplanade Ave. June 2 2:00 p.m. - 6:00p.m. stopwaitingdoitnow.com Calling all women with a plan. This event is to inspire and motivate women to start putting their visions into reality. Guest speakers such as Laquita Brooks, who is an empowerment speaker and visionary coach, and several other speakers will be there. It’s also a great way to network with individuals from different industries. Go online and purchase your ticket today.

transgender person’s inner journey. The performance will include some humor as well as empathy. It will discuss the feelings of one person on their own journey to discovering exactly who they are, while also trying to deal with society's feelings about it. The Bacon Brothers June 5 8:30 p.m. thejoytheater.com From being a band of two, then branching off into their own careers, Kevin and Michael Bacon have reunited together again to showcase their roots. The two brothers are from the city of Brotherly Love. Kevin has stepped off the big screen and Michael has stepped away from composing for the big screen to come together for their original style of performance.

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FOOD & DRINK Hornitos Margarita Mix Off La Riviera Rooftop Pool/Bar, Omni Royal Orleans, 621 St. Louis St. June 12 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. It’s time to determine which of the four finalists mixes the best margarita in New Orleans. The four finalists include Kenya Thompson from Antione’s, Brian Chambliss from Hot Tin, Larry Snyder from Nacho Mama’s, and Jacob Cureton from Atchafalaya. The final four will be competing in front of a panel of judges and also the general public. Admission is free, but you must be 21+ to enter. Complimentary drinks and food will be provided.

A Night of Worship with Bethel Music & Housefires UNO Lakefront Arena June 10 6:30 p.m. ticketmaster.com Come out and worship, sing, and praise with Bethel Music and Housefires. The Bethel Music group is originally from California and have decided to go on tour to perform and share their love for worship.

As One Marigny Opera House 725 St. Ferdinand St. June 2-4 8:00 p.m. neworleansopera.org As One is a chamber opera that will be highlighting a

Battle Races (Mandeville) June 25 Louisiana Catfish Festival St. Gertrude the Great Catholic Church 17324 LA 631, Des Allemands, LA June 23 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.; June 24 10:00 a.m.11:00 p.m.; June 25 10:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. louisianacatfishfestival.com Come see the catfish capital of the world prove why they received that title. A three-day weekend will include live music, food, drinks, and rides. Bands such as the Chee Wheez will be performing along with eight additional bands. You can also purchase a wristband for unlimited carnival rides. NOLA Caribbean Festival Central City BBQ, 1201 S. Rampart St. June 24-25 Times Vary nolacaribbeanfestival.com The Caribbean Festival is bringing out its culture through food, music, and entertainment. The festival will provide live music from individuals from all over the Caribbean as well as here in the United States. You can come out and show off your dance skills as well as learn how to be a drummer. There will be activities for the kids too.

ENTERTAINMENT Dog Prom NOLA Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd.; Foundation Center June 2 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. facebook.com/DogPromNOLA If you thought only humans could have a prom, you thought wrong. Your dog will be able to his or her paw read, experience pet couture, and have the option to become prom king or queen. Food and drinks will be available as well as a live DJ. Don’t miss this event to see which two dogs will take the crowns.

Don’t forget you can also participate in the two-mile walk/run and visit the Bloody Mary market after.

French Market Creole Tomato Festival June 10-11

FESTIVALS French Market Creole Tomato Festival French Market June 10-11 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. frenchmarket.org Not all tomatoes are the same nor are they just for salads. Come out to the French Market Creole Tomato Festival to learn how to cook a tomato, taste different tomato recipes from different booths, and second line through the festival.

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FITNESS Battle Races Fountainebleau State Park, 62883 Hwy. 1089, Mandeville, LA June 25 battleraces.com/2017-mandeville-la-battle-race-tour It’s that time of year to test your strength. Don’t worry your kid’s strength can be tested to. You can register yourself as an elite if you think you're up to the challenge of finishing the race. Hotels have partnered with the Battle Races to make your commute a little bit more convenient. If you think you have what it takes, sign up at the provided website.

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FREE ADMISSION! St. Gertrude Catholic Church Grounds located at 17292 Hwy. 631 in Des Allemands, LA. Rides and games, souvenirs and crafts, ice cold beer, catďŹ sh platters, boats, po-boys and boulettes. Shrimp po-boy, seafood gumbo, jambalaya, hamburgers, French fries, hots dogs, snowballs, and homemade desserts. Find us on Facebook

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Good Karma Prasad Café

Good Eats in Odd Places By Steven Melendez

t this point, it’s almost a cliché that it’s hard to find a bad meal in New Orleans. Sometimes, it can seem like every hole-in-the-wall neighborhood restaurant, dive bar, or corner store can serve food on par with high-end establishments in other cities, inevitably for a fraction of the cost. But even within New Orleans, there are some unexpected places to get a great bite to eat: the kind of places where you’re not only surprised how good your meal is, you’re surprised to find food being served there at all. We’ve put together a list of some of the most surprising places to find delicious food in the city, from off-the-beatenpath bookstores to a yoga studio in a former library.

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River Yoga (2940 Canal St.), Good Karma Prasad Café offers a wide assortment of vegetarian cuisine—think curry, not fake burgers—in a relaxing atmosphere. Coffee, tea, and pastries make the café a decent treat even for the occasional carnivore. Tucked Away on the Canal On the navigational canal just off Lake Pontchartrain sits a marina and RV park called Pontchartrain Landing (6001 France Rd.). And while the site is difficult to find or to access without a vehicle, the onsite Lighthouse Bar and Grill has a great selection of local food and barbecue, along with a waterfront view unlike any other in the city.

At the Party Supply Store It’s not technically inaccurate to call Mardi Gras Zone At the Drugstore (2706 Royal St.) Catty-corner a party supply from the Orleans store, with beads Parish criminal and decorations court, Best Life for nearly every Pharmacy & possible occasion. Restaurant (2657 But the store is Tulane Ave.) can also a 24-hour seem intimidating supermarket with a to the uninitiated, deli counter and its consisting of just a food Mar own line of farm-fresh window, a prescription di Gras Zone fare. It’s also a more-thanwindow, and a handful of tables. credible pizzeria, featuring a But the hearty portions of entrees like wood-fired brick oven churning out classic beef and tilapia, along with rich sides like hand-tossed pies. Honestly, you should white beans and macaroni and cheese, probably just go and see it for yourself. make it a worthwhile stop for take-out or a quick workday lunch. At the Museum Museum restaurants aren’t exactly unique At the Yoga Studio to New Orleans, and the New Orleans In a former public library and within Swan

Museum of Art’s (1 Collins Diboll Cir.) options. Options include Jamaican sodas, Café NOMA does offer the classic museum jerk chicken, salmon sandwiches, and dining experience, but the city also boasts a salads. few other, distinct New Orleans alternatives. And Uptown, Sisters in Christ (5206 The French Quarter’s Irish Cultural Magazine St.) combines records with Museum (933 Conti St.) is the home offbeat and left-leaning literature. of St. Patrick’s Coffee House, But the store also hosts a which serves cappuccinos weekly Sunday pop-up and lattes that visitors vegan brunch from can enjoy in the shop Chef Pony, featuring or in the museum’s a changing selection relaxing courtyard. of items like Naturally, the coffee vegan scones and house also offers smoky carrot lox a selection of Irish sandwiches. beers and whiskeys, plus wine and At a Concert specialty cocktails. In most of the The National country, eating World War II dinner at a music Museum (945 venue can mean Magazine St.) includes wolfing down a pack Li g ll i two restaurants. The of bar nuts or waiting htho r use Bar & G American Sector serves in line at a taco truck. regional classics like oyster dishes But in New Orleans, finding and shrimp and grits, as well as a “victory good meals at a bar with quality music isn’t garden-to-table” menu with locally grown hard, even outside of tourist-heavy spots vegetables. And Jeri Nims Soda Shop offers on Frenchmen and Decatur Streets. Many sandwiches, pastries, and old-fashioned places also let diners grabbing takemilkshakes, served in a classic out during shows skip any diner-style environment. cover, so don’t be shy Perhaps unsurprisingly, about asking. the Southern Food & In Mid-City, Chickie Beverage Museum Wah Wah (2828 (1504 Oretha Canal St.) is home Castle Haley to music almost Blvd.) is home to nightly. It’s also its own restaurant, home to Cochon Toups South, with King BBQ, featuring Southern-style everything from cuisine served up cochon de lait to by former Top Chef chicken wings and contestant Isaac smoked boudin. And Toups. The museum nearby, Banks Street l Bar and Grill (4401 Ba l also features regular i r nk G Banks St.) presents cooking demonstrations, s Str eet Bar and naturally focusing on regional daily local music, plus cuisine. a take-out window into Clesi’s Restaurant (4413 Banks St.), with At Jackson Brewery seasonal crawfish boils, fried catfish, and Many New Orleans residents have deliciously unhealthy jambalaya cheese never even set foot in the former Jackson fries. Also around the corner, DMac’s Brewery (600 Decatur St.), other Bar and Grill (542 S. Jefferson than perhaps to use the Davis Pkwy.) hosts bathroom during French nightly music, often Quarter Fest. But on the late into the night, second floor, amid the alongside staples numerous souvenir like burgers and shops, sits Jazz Sushi fries. Beverages are Bar. Despite the served 24/7. unpromising name, And in the it offers friendly Marigny, punk- and service and good, metal-heavy venue reasonably priced Siberia (2227 St. sushi, complete with Claude Ave.) is lunch specials, along home to Kukhnya, with other Japanese offering hearty Eastern fare like dumplings and European staples miso soup. like pierogies and Hi-H blinis, as well as burgers, o Lounge At the Bookstore sandwiches, and sides such In Algiers, BlackStar Books and Caffe as grilled asparagus. Just down the street, (800 Belleville St.) offers a selection of the courtyard at the Hi-Ho Lounge (2239 books from the African diaspora, as well St. Claude Ave.) hosts Fry and Pie, with as a menu that’s a welcome alternative to poutine-style loaded fries and a variety of the Point’s burger-and-beer-heavy dining dessert pies.

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The Food Truck Renaissance N

ew Orleans's well-earned reputation as the culinary capital of the South (or the United States, or the world, depending on who you ask) has never been based entirely on brick-andmortar restaurants. Certainly, we have our fair share of upscale sit-down eateries, but the city's food culture spans beyond the insular confines of fine dining and is often at its most vibrant beyond the Tac walls of formal eating eaux spaces. Weather permitting, New Orleanians cook, drink, and dine in the streets. We boil crawfish, with heaps of steaming mud bugs strewn across newspaper-topped picnic tables. We join forces to sell plate lunches to raise money for schools and churches— seafood-stuffed peppers jostling for space with heaping portions of mac-n-

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By Anthony O'Donnell

cheese in Styrofoam clamshells. And we grab to-go cups and containers for meals at Mardi Gras and music festivals, eating while walking, eating while dancing, eating while standing in line to get more food to eat. So, it's no surprise that New Orleans is now catching up to a nationwide explosion of food trucks. Typically mobile homes or moving vans, gutted and outfitted with equipment for cooking and serving hot meals, food trucks are the descendants x Loceau of 19th-century lunch wagons—part of a long lineage of rolling restaurants like the street meat carts of New York, once a fixture anywhere that busy people needed cheap, greasy satisfaction on the go. But the brightly painted and exuberantly named carts trundling through our bumpy streets are part of a new wave of

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gourmet food trucks, a hip re-imagining that adds fresh ingredients and bold recipes to the mobile munchy business model. This food truck renaissance kicked off in Los Angeles a few years ago and spread to food-forward cities across the map, with savvy eaters forming lines down

tweet out locations and promotions, and often post pics of the day's specials to get diners' mouths watering (and motors running). The food truck craze is as much a product of technology as it is of nostalgia: the old-school taco trucks, affectionately known as “roach coaches,”

"The main advantage of having a food truck is that you can bring your business to where the people are." -Rachel Angulo, La Cocinita the block to try unique ethnic fusions like Korean BBQ tacos and Philly cheesesteak egg rolls. With New Orleans already the ultimate melting pot of cuisines and flavors, and with our penchant for eating on the go, it was practically pre-destined that the Big Easy would become a haven for food trucks. “The main advantage of having a food truck is that you can bring your business to where the people are,” Rachel Angulo of La Cocinita, one of the city's most acclaimed trucks, says. While once upon a time, adventurous eaters would call in reservations to the latest hyped-up bistro or brasserie, now they hop on Twitter or Instagram to find out where the hottest new truck has set up shop for the day, plug the coordinates into their GPS, and race to the location in hopes of beating the inevitable line. “With a brick-and-mortar restaurant, customers know where to find you, whereas with a food truck, you need to proactively advertise your presence on social media,” Angula adds. Trucks

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hold a place in many people's hearts, but it's the addition of social media that's turned food truck dining into an exhilarating hunt for a new, rare lunch each day. Angulo founded La Cocinita—which has grown to include another wildly popular truck in Chicago and a full restaurant location in Evanston, Illinois—alongside her husband Benoit, a Venezuelan chef, in 2011. Ironically, the couple met at Commander's Palace, a New Orleans fine-dining institution that exemplifies the old-world, sit-down style of gourmet dining that food trucks playfully rebel against, and quickly came up with the idea for what would become La Cocinita. “We wanted to feature Venezuelan specialties such as arepas, but also tacos and other Mexican/Latin American comfort foods that people are more familiar with,” Angulo says. Like many food trucks, La Cocinita had a unique product to offer, one that might have been too risky to build an entire set-instone location around: arepas, which

are cornmeal patties stuffed with spiced meat, vegetables, cheese, and sauces; a customer once dubbed them, “Venezuelan pockets of happiness.” “Our arepas are what set us apart from other Latin American restaurants in NOLA,” Angulo says. Unlike those restaurants, they're able to bring these savory delights everywhere, from festivals during the day, to heavily trafficked bar neighborhoods at night. This is a dual advantage that gourmet food trucks have: smaller menus, combined with flexible locations, allow them to hone in on a few specialty items and bring them directly to people who, lured in by the smell, end up hooked on something they can't get elsewhere. Other trucks have taken the same tactic, delivering high-concept eats to hungry people wherever they may be. Crêpes a la Cart, a brightly decorated moving joint with the vibe of a carnival funnel cake outpost, delivers sweet

and savory versions of the thin French pancake. Where else could you start off with a Monte Cristo crêpe, loaded with chicken, ham, cheddar, and mustard, then sidle back up to the window to grab dessert—another crêpe with berries and Baileys Irish Cream? Another deceptively simple truck is Frencheeze, which serves up seemingly endless variations on the easiest sandwich ever, the grilled cheese. On the one hand, there's the Good Morning, which flips the script by pairing sweet mascarpone cheese with Nutella and strawberries, and on the other, there's the 4th Grader, a perfectly executed version of the basic cheddar grilled cheese you loved as a kid. Burgers Ya Heard! is another truck dedicated to perfecting a particular dish, and their unique toppings (jambalaya?

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andouille?? fried green tomatoes???) put many sit-down burger joints to shame. Unsurprisingly, creative ethnic and fusion food is a major draw for many truck enthusiasts. With taco trucks still the reigning kings of street-centric dining, it's a given that New Orleans has a gourmet taco option up its sleeve. Taceaux Loceaux has attracted almost 12,000 Twitter followers, and at times, it can seem like they've all shown up at once to wait in line for the Del Castillo siblings’ creatively named and constructed tacos. Herbivores ought to try their Notorious V.E.G. (tofu has never tasted so caliente), while meat eaters might want to steer for the Carnital Knowledge, with slow-cooked pork so deliciously spiced, it'll make you wish they sold it by the pound. Saigon Slims is another favorite that often rotates between different

breweries, serving banh mi on Dong Phuong Bakery bread, the gold standard for the sandwich locals call a “Vietnamese po-boy.” Their sandwiches range from the traditional, with grilled pork or lemongrass chicken; to more adventurous options like the Saigon Caesar, with lettuce, chicken, and shredded parmesan or the pho boy, which wraps up all the ingredients of pho in a portable banh mi package. And really, isn't portability kind of the point? Food trucks are thriving in New Orleans because this has never been a sitdown-and-chow city. We get our food in gas stations, from smokers on the side of the road, and from slow-driving wagons full of okra. We like our food to go—it's only natural that we've embraced restaurants that move along with us.

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BarGuide 949 N RENDON ST. borhood Bar h g i e N y t i C Your Mid

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Bar Mon Cher 817 St. Louis St. 644-4278

A historic French Quarter home converted into a casually elegant jazz bar, Bar Mon Cher offers delicious cocktails in a comfy living room setting.

Bar Tonique 820 N. Rampart St. 324-6045

Known for its delicious craft cocktails and daily drink specials, this neighborhood bar is the perfect spot for cocktail hipsters.

Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant 1001 Esplanade Ave. 949-0038

Highlighted in Esquire as one of the “Best Bars in America,” Buffa's comfort food and signature drinks will keep you coming back.

Cosimo's 1201 Burgundy St. 522-9715

Cosimo's is a great place to kill time in the Quarter, with darts, pool, outdoor cafe tables, and usually a dog or two.

Crescent City Brewhouse New Orleans’s only French Quarter microbrewery, Crescent City Brewhouse features great live jazz 527 Decatur St. nightly to go along with fantastic food and cold beer. 522-3901 Effervescence 1036 N. Rampart St. 509-7644

A brand new champagne bar specializing in various sparkling wines and champagnes, as well as a full bar and small-plate dining.

Finn McCool's 3701 Banks St. 486-9080

This Irish pub is a local hotspot for sports. Grab a pint and get glued to the screen during your favorite game.

Gattuso’s 435 Huey P. Long Ave. 368-1114

Head to the Best Bank, the Westbank, for live music, casual lunches, and delicious dinner and Happy Hour specials.

Golden Lantern 1239 Royal St. 529-2860

Grab a tasty Bloody Mary at this fabulous 24-hour neighborhood spot, the home setting for the Southern Decadence festival.

Hermes Bar at Antoine's 725 St. Louis St. 581-4422

Experience that classic-style New Orleans flair alongside some delicious eats and classic cocktails at one of the city’s best restaurants.

House of Blues 225 Decatur St. 310-4999

Come visit this lively restaurant and bar for Happy Hour, lunch and dinner, and live music. With their bold and classic menu, you will always leave satisfied!

Jimani 141 Chartres St. 524-0493

This unpretentious bar has 10 TVs, late-night pub grub, and 100 beers. Pace yourself—Jimani doesn’t empty out til 8 a.m.

Kerry Irish Pub 331 Decatur St. 527-5954

Get all your live Irish music needs covered here. Enjoy an Irish coffee alongside their folk, jazz, or blues acts.

Martine's Lounge 2347 Metairie Rd. 831-8637

A great local bar in Old Metairie where everybody knows your name, this is one of the best craft cocktail spots in the city.

The Metropolitan 310 Andrew Higgins Dr. 568-1702

A warehouse-turned-nightclub that has the best DJs around. Features all types of music from house to hip hop to rock.

Pal's Lounge 949 N. Rendon St. 488-7257

This hidden gem in Mid-City is filled with great drinks and lively locals. Come for Sunday Funday or try the Bacon Bloody Mary.

Port Orleans Brewing Co. 4124 Tchoupitoulas St. 266-2332

The homemade food is made to pair with the beers at this casual taproom & adjoining brewery, which are both kid- and dog-friendly.

Rick’s Cabaret 315 Bourbon St. 524-4222

Enjoy a cocktail on the Borbon Street balcony, or enjoy the sights indoors on one of their three floors. The epitome of New Orleans nightlife.

Rick's Sporting Saloon 522 Bourbon St. 552-2510

The Sporting Saloon is a hybrid of a sports bar and gentleman’s club. They have a bevy of bar food and beers.

Rivershack Tavern 3449 River Rd. 834-4938

Come on by to one of the city’s quirkiest bars for some great live music and tasty eats. Bring in a tacky ashtray for a free drink!

Tahyo Tavern 1224 Decatur St. 218-8337

Dog lovers will feel right at home in this French Quarter tavern that features a full menu and bar to go along with dog-themed décor.

Three Muses Maple 7537 Maple St. 510-2749

Three Muses Maple is a spot where local jazz combos perform in a chill bar and eatery that serves up global small plates and delicious house cocktails.

Wit's Inn 141 N. Carrollton Ave. 486-1600

Wit’s Inn has a sprawling selection of top-shelf liquors and creative cocktails to mix them in, plus themed specials almost nightly.

World of Beer 300 Julia St. 299-3599

A local hangout featuring 500+ global beers, lots of craft beer drafts, tavern food in pub digs, and plenty of TVs for the big game.

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TalesFromTheQuarter By Debbie Lindsay

A Damn Good Waitress

t was never my goal to put down my tray, hang up my bar towel, and retire my apron. Oh, my apron—pockets worn thin from tips, ballpoint pens, and guest checks. Stains ranging from greasy meats, hot sauce, and a veneer of coffee—lots of coffee (those black aprons would skip the laundry and receive a cursory cleaning with hot coffee and a strong rubbing). My uniforms through the years—42 years, in fact—ranged from hot pants (first bar gig in 1972); to the diner classic, white-trimmed harvest-gold polyester; to black trousers and tuxedo shirt replete with black tie. Then there were the no-dress-code years that spoiled me rotten, followed unpleasantly by a corporate buy-out with the mandatory company-logoembossed, formless-fitting t-shirt and blue jeans required even in the summer, thus giving you, as one co-worker so delicately put it, “swamp ass.” When younger and toting a tray in Mobile, I was embarrassed to wear a uniform as it signified I was “just a waitress” in a town, in a time, when restaurant work was less than respected. But as the years went on and I changed towns to New Orleans, I came to wear with great pride the garments (all but the butt-chaffing ones) that put me in the ranks of the food and beverage industry! We were like teamsters in an insane asylum, and I loved it. As stated, retiring from the world of food and beverage was never something I considered. Even in my “If I Won the Lottery” daydreams, I always saw myself holding on to at least one shift a week. Like the aging but never fading thespian, the need for an audience motivated my work ethic—heck, the show must go on! When tips were simply not enough to sustain enthusiasm for the multi-tasking grind of serving grog and gruel, I would make ‘em laugh. This would compensate me. The dining room floor became my dance hall, the bar a stage. Back in my Gumbo Shop days, I would rehearse my “number” before work. Playing my Dinah, Frank, and Ella records, attempting to channel their stylings while memorizing the lyrics, I’d sing, and if my cat didn’t react with a hiss and a piss, I knew I was ready to don my uniform and prepare for “showtime.” My ritual upon entering 630 St. Peter St. was to have John Degue, the restaurant’s clean-up guy, take a moment from hosing the courtyard clean to switch the nozzle to mist and de-wrinkle my (somewhat) white tuxedo shirt, which would

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be dry (maybe) and wrinkle-free (maybe) by opening time. After this, I would clear my throat and sing off-key randomly all day, occasionally throwing myself across the kitchen’s stainless steel pass-thru counter, since a piano was unavailable for my torch-singing lounge act. Was I a talented vocalist moonlighting between gigs? Hell no. If you ever heard me, you’d wonder why I was ever allowed to sing at work—though my boss once commented that the rodent issue was virtually non-existent during my tenure. Another thing that would ease me through those not-so-profitable tipping days was my personal Miss Congeniality Contest. I decided if I couldn’t up-sell, as desired by management, or serve tables fast enough to make my tips by the ol’ “turn ‘n’ burn” method, I could put on a winning smile. I refer to this technique as, “Smile like you ain’t got a lick of sense.” Of course, you have to possess some semblance of sincerity. Sure, there are those days when you are just “not feelin’ it,” but generally, if you put it out there, your mood will usually roll with it. Folks respond to friendliness, become nicer customers; you become their new best friend, and the back-and-forth of camaraderie snowballs—or not. When my burning desire to be loved by all was in danger of being extinguished or my sights upon that Miss Congeniality crown dimmed, I’d enlist help from a higher power—I would go to my inner Yelp. Seeking to be all that I could and should be, I’d ask: what would Yelp do; what would Yelp say? Would the review read, “Our waitress was a real bitch”? Or would I use a filter to soften my rotten mood and garner that 5-star rating? Yep, Yelp lifted me to a loftier standard. I was afraid that if I left the food service stage, I’d never have an audience again. Face it, folks know we can touch their food—therefore, they are more likely to laugh at comedic turns and indulge me my theatrical antics. A captive audience! But I’ve found a way to turn my charm (okay, I call it “charm,” you call it something else) and my need to entertain upon another venue: our book store (a delightful money pit for Boyfriend and me). Besides, it was about time to retire my voice. Not because I have a dreadful singing voice (which I do), but because whatever volume or range I once had (off-key, of course) is simply gone with age. Now, like a stage mom, I pimp out my little dog’s yapping (reminiscent of my former vocal skills) as backup for the nine feral cats that came with the parking lot to entertain customers. Do I miss the hustle and bustle of food service? Hell yes. Did I suffer through years of waitress nightmares, poor management, demanding customers, grease burns, a bad back, and little to no benefits/insurance? You bet. So, why do I choose to miss it? There is no choice—it’s in my blood, now a part of my DNA. That apron, albeit in spirit only, will always be tied about my waist, and if you look closely, you might even imagine a pen behind my ear ready to take the next order as I spin a tray above my head. And may my epitaph (many years from now!) read: She was a damn good waitress!

Po-BoyViews By Phil LaMancusa

Bone Appetite OR Full-Belly Wisdom

’ve been eating and working in restaurants since the Last Supper. I’ve bussed tables on Noah’s Ark, made final cocktails on the Titanic, and was in the kitchen when Henry VIII knighted Sir Loin of Beef. One day, while comparing dining establishment experience, I remarked to a younger colleague, “I’ve got food stains on aprons older than you are!” And it’s true; I’ve been around the culinary block so many times that the James Beard Foundation had my kitchen clogs bronzed. In all my years of eating and working in restaurants, I have never heard anyone say, “Hello, I’m here to work your last nerve,” but sometimes they do. Here’s a scenario: You’re working the floor or possibly the sauté station in the exhibition kitchen and in comes an ex (that no-count that made a fool out of you) with his/her boisterous buddies, parents from Peoria, or new “friend” and wants to sit in front of you/at your station. He keeps his hat on, slouches at the table, and signals the server with a snap of his fingers for beer. She sends back the welldone burger because it’s cooked too much, spends the majority of time texting while he steps out for a cigarette just as the food is delivered (that he will send back because it’s cold). He switches from his phone to his iPod to watch a sports match while she reapplies makeup. The new paramour has brought twin fives that run amok, imperiling life, limb, and property playing tag. The group takes up the table for three hours, leaves a mess and an eight-percent gratuity, citing their “experience” being sullied by the appearance of an insect. You’re not allowed to kill them. The subject of restaurant behavior is timely—being that this is the restaurant issue—so we’ll explore the nuances and social mores of eating in public places, leaving employment war stories for another time. Having partaken in away-from-home meals for a millennium, I feel more than qualified to tug on your turban. Question: do you often eat out with other people, alone, or at all? AND, have you ever been on the service side of that ritual? Whatever side your bread is buttered, you can be sure that diners, cafés, coffee shops, bistros, affairs, food trucks, formal dining “establishments,” and joints all share a common denominator. Wine and dine or grit and split, it boils down to one thing: appropriate manners are expected, if not required. Define appropriate manners? Simply: the logical modification of behavior that is extended by you as a courtesy to an individual or company that is supplying you with comestibles for your enjoyment, nourishment, and—hopefully—satisfaction. Wherever you partake in food that is not just you eating over your kitchen sink at home,

from a to-go container, in your boxer shorts, drinking milk directly from the jug and wiping your mouth on the back of your arm, like it or not, you have an obligation to hold up your end of an unspoken bargain. That agreement is that both you and your host will act according to the environment and circumstances of the area given over to you for your dining pleasure. The faux pas range from asking for a knife to cut up fried chicken to wearing a baseball cap at the table in Ella Brennan’s place—from the Colonel to Commander’s, there’s a dance to be done and you’re either ballerina or buffoon. Figure it’s good training if you ever want to get ahead in the world, instead of left wondering why you weren’t told it was going to be like this when you grew up, if ever you do (grow up). Your choice is either to cultivate the ability to act “according to Hoyle” in any given eating circumstance or progress no further than the way you acted in your high school cafeteria. And it will, like it or not, come to define you as an adult in the real world—from Chez Panisse or Piccadilly, the Waldorf or Waffle House. You will be judged. A chameleon-like ability to blend in to any given occasion is a mark of a superior mentality, so here’s kind of a beginner’s primer: First of all, if accustomed to eating out alone, you’re allowed to behave whatever way you like and reap the karma. However, if you are with others, it’s up to you not to be an embarrassment to mixed company. Napkins are universal, from damask to cheap paper—learn how to use them. If you’re not paying the bill, you don’t get to order the wine; don’t make a pass at your server unless you’re a real catch (you’re probably not); do make your culinary restrictions known well before you enter the door; don’t expect any better treatment than anyone else unless you’re handing out C-notes; make sure that you’re not off-color, rude, sloppy, loud, or ill-mannered. Accept the traditions of the place that you’re at, and don’t ask for anything that’s unreasonable like chopsticks at the Dairy Queen; vegan or gluten-free options where there aren’t any (except possibly fried potato skins); a table of six for two people; or a change in the music, room temperature, lighting, or “Can you just make me a soft-boiled egg and some dry toast?” at Crescent City Steak House. Believe me, a person can go an entire meal without taking a smoke break or using an electronic device. Tip lavishly and don’t get loaded in public … ever. If you’re including children, call ahead to insure a kid-friendly menu is available and note that it’s up to YOU to control their behavior, unless you’re going to Chuck E. Cheese’s. Whenever/wherever you eat out, remember: “act your age, not your shoe size”; I will happily join you; and, I’m really good company.

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Below are our staff's favorite #NOLA hashtags on Instagram for May. Tag us @WhereYatNola or #WhereYatNola to be featured in an upcoming issue.

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The small floods, also known as "nuisance flooding," that have been plaguing our streets and homes around the Gulf of Mexico will double every decade due to rises in the sea level. The tropics will face a large number of extreme flooding events and both the economy and livability standards will suffer, especially for all of us living in coastal cities like New Orleans.

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The NFL has voted to move the 2021 Super Bowl from Los Angeles to Tampa Bay. New Orleans was considered as a backup option but ultimately not chosen because of overlap with Mardi Gras and conventions. New Orleans won’t be able to bid on getting the Super Bowl until 2024 due to conflicts involving an already scheduled national convention and the NCAA Men's Final Four.

SingerChrisCornellPassesAwayAt52 The death of singer-songwriter Chris Cornell was announced on May 17. The musician had just completed a performance with Soundgarden in Detroit. Later, he was found unresponsive in his hotel room. Though currently under investigation, Cornell's death is thought of as a possible suicide. Cornell is best known for his involvement as lead vocalist of Soundgarden and Audioslave, although his work goes beyond just those bands.

@janarbru: Bless the people who clean the street at night bc if we didn’t have them NOLA would be horrid @calliediana121: You meet the most interesting people in Nola… @fullsportNOLA: Everytime I type in Tulane’s website, Green Tea comes up. That’s a #Nola joke. @tourguidethomas: DRUNK GIRL: “It says it picks up here at 11:45!” It’s just darling when tourists believe the streetcar keeps a schedule. #NOLAlife @BeyondBourbonSt: Grilling steak in the rain. Wedding band a few doors down serenading me. Mustang Sally at the moment. #nolalife #neworleans #nola @WrittenNRed: Plaid button up shirt. Seersucker crawfish shorts. #StraightOuttaPerlis #NolaLife @didiyaya107: Just passed some girl leading another girl on a leash #onlyinnola

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BlueBellCreatesBride&GroomCakeFlavors Blue Bell announced on May 8 that they are introducing a new flavor called Bride's Cake. It's an almond-flavored ice cream with white cake pieces and swirls of amaretto cream cheese icing. They are also bringing back Groom's Cake ice cream, originally introduced in 2009. This flavor combines chocolate ice cream with chocolate-covered strawberry hearts and swirls of strawberry sauce and chocolate icing.

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Please vote online for your favorite in each of our categories provided below at WhereYat.com. 50% of the ballot must be filled in to be counted. Results will be published in our July issue.

• Voting ends June 13 at Midnight CST •

BEST NIGHTLIFE: Best Dance Club: Best Dive Bar: Best Happy Hour: Best Bar for Hand-Crafted Cocktails: Best Late Night Bar: Best Place to See and Be Seen: Best Sports Bar: Best Upscale Bar: Best Hotel Bar: Best New Bar/Club: Best LGBT Bar: Best College Bar: Best Bar Patio: Best Gentlemen’s Club: Best Irish Pub: Best Place to Get A Bloody Mary: Best Place to Get A Margarita: Best Place to Get a Mojito: Best Place to Drink Wine: Best Place to Drink Beer: Best Beer Selection: Best Jazz Club:

Best Music Club: Best Place to Play Bar Games: Best Bar (Bywater/Marigny): Best Bar (Uptown): Best Bar (French Quarter): Best Bar (CBD/WH): Best Bar (Mid-City): Best Bar (Metairie): Best Neighborhood Bar (Westbank): Best Brewery:

BEST SHOPPING: Best Bike Shop: Best Men’s Clothing: Best Women’s Clothing: Best Smoke Shop: Best Adult Novelty Store: Best Vintage Clothing: Best Costume Shop: Best Record Shop: Best Supermarket: Best Local Product Found in a Grocery Store: Best Place to Buy Wine/Liquor: Best Tattoo/Piercing Parlor:

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Best Athletic Club: Best Bead Store: Best Bank: Best Bridal Shop: Best Car Dealership: Best Vape Shop: Best Pet Store: Best Wedding Venue:

BEST DINING: Best New Restaurant: Best Daily Specials: Best Restaurant (French Quarter): Best Restaurant (Marigny/Bywater): Best Restaurant (Uptown): Best Restaurant (CBD/WH): Best Restaurant (Mid-City): Best Restaurant (Lakeview): Best Restaurant (Westbank): Best Restaurant (Metairie): Best Upscale Restaurant: Best Fast Casual Restaurant: Best Bakery: Best Deli: Best Budget Eats: Best Place to Get a Salad: Best Restaurant for Dessert: Best Outdoor Dining: Best Romantic Date Spot: Best Breakfast Spot: Best Brunch Spot: Best Diner: Best CafĂŠ: Best Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Spot: Best Chinese Restaurant: Best Japanese Restaurant: Best Thai Restaurant: Best Vietnamese Restaurant: Best BBQ Restaurant:

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Best Italian Restaurant: Best Cajun Restaurant: Best African Restaurant: Best Indian Restaurant: Best Middle Eastern Restaurant: Best Mexican Restaurant: Best Seafood Restaurant: Best Restaurant for Boiled Seafood: Best Steakhouse: Best Creole Restaurant: Best Latin American Restaurant: Best Bar Food: Best Coffee Shop: Best Vegetarian Menu: Best Vegan Menu: Best Festival Food: Best Roast Beef Po-Boy: Best Shrimp Po-Boy: Best Oyster Po-Boy: Best Wings: Best Fried Chicken: Best Hamburger: Best Hot Dog: Best Pasta: Best Sushi: Best Taco/Burrito: Best Pizza: Best Ice Cream/Gelato: Best Sno-Ball: Best Donut: Best King Cake:

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Where Ya' Been?

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The ladies of the Croatia Society of America served up charbroiled oysters at the Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival.

The Hangout Music Fest brought out the beach balls and bathing suits.

Commander’s Palace’s Tory McPhail and wife Britt join Richard Thomas for the opening of Port Orleans Brewing Co.

106.1 The Underground’s Ashley Hollier, Where Y’at’s Emily Hingle, and Helldorado’s Johnny Angel enjoy judging the semi-finals of the Hornitos Margarita Mix Off. Don’t miss the finals on June 12 at the Omni Royal Orleans.

Isaac Toups of Toups South enjoys judging Culinary Fight Club: The Blended Burger Battle.

Patrons enjoy Diner en Blanc on the lakefront.

NOSH Executive Chef Michael Farrell celebrates the restaurant’s opening.

Amanda Shaw is all smiles as one of her fiddles goes on display at the Hard Rock New Orleans.

Nacho Mama’s Shane Finkelstein, Hornitos’s Robert Landrey, and Glazer’s Patrick Martyn enjoy the semi-finals

10. Patrick Riche and Amanda Walker enjoy the Whitney Zoo-to-Do.

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of the Hornitos Margarita Mix Off. The Finals are June 12 at the Omni Royal Orleans.

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Port Orleans Brewing Company and its accompanying tasting room opened in May 2017 as the 10th brewery in New Orleans. Port Orleans aims to produce consistently sessionable, or easily drinkable, lagers and ales, and launched with their Riverfront Lager, Storyville IPA, and the Slack Water Brown Ale. Offering beer that's brewed below sea level, Port Orleans is committed to New Orleans's tradition as a proud member of the local brewing community.

Chat NIKKI REYES with

<< Zach Strief Owner, Port Orleans Brewing Company/New Orleans Saint 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

I'm 50 percent Sicilian. My mom's "Sgetti & Meatballs." Give it to my wife, Charlotte. Tough, loving, and confident! Funny, too. People, music, and food. In his element on Bourbon Street.

<< Tommy Discon Owner, Port Orleans Brewing Company 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Fish! Alaskan Salmon. Louisiana tuna and specks. Save it! And ... save a tooth! Ability to listen and to be strong. MUSIC! He's drunk? And talks?! I'll take him anywhere...

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1. It's Where Y'at's Summer Restaurant Guide! They say, "You are what you eat." What's your go-to food? 2. N.O. Oyster Fest, "SHUK"-A-KHAN! You find a rare pearl in ya erster. What would you do with it? 3. Happy Daddy Day! What in a MAN makes a good father or father figure? 4. FestiGals time! Overall, what makes a NOLA gal have a good time? 5. June is "Fight the Filthy Fly" month! A drunk fly lands on you and asks for a ride to anywhere. Where would you take it?

Shrimp & Grits. Give it to my mom to put it in one of her rings. Consistency and patience. A GOOD HAPPY HOUR! Right back to its drink!

<< Jennifer Gajan Daughter of the Late, Great Hokie Gajan 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

<< Craig Ruiz Stuntman/Production, Local Movie Industry 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Protein bar. Give it to someone more appreciative. Someone who pays attention. WINE! To his death! I'm a germaphobe.

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<< Kat Touchstone Tasting Room Manager, Port Orleans Brewing Company 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

<< Scoot Iconic Radio Personality, WWL 870 AM & 105.3 FM

Steak, steak, and steak! Oh, and crawfish. Give it to my wife, Danna. Being a daddy is more than being a father. Being on the bayou with family. Take him to my home and put him in my son's turtle tank.

Whatever the cook would eat. Give it to my daughter, Emma. Enough compassion to understand. Hunting, fishing, and sports. NOWHERE! I WILL "WINDEX" IT!

^^ Fabiola Divins Owner, Paint'd High End Nail Salon 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Mexican! Including margaritas, Nikki! Keep it! It's a souvenir. Hard working, warm, and sincere! It really doesn't take much! BACCHANAL! And join him.

<< Diane Lyons Founder & Producer, FestiGals 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Blue crabmeat. Put it on my forehead as a third wisdom eye! Loyalty, laughter, and LOVE! Friendships. Galatoire's.

<< Lori Frazier NOLA's Precious Musician, Snake Oil

<< Chuck Power NOLA Manmade Musician, Rip City Dahalia

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PIZZA! Have it appraised. Honesty & FILTHY RICH, NIKKI! Have the bills paid then party shoeless! The Jimini Bar.

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BURRITOS! I make the best. Give to my girlfriend. Actually, she and I were just talking about a pearl. Be present, be loving, and be a friend. Five pounds of birled crawfish! Take him to the nearest roadkill for sobering and supper!