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New Orleans History in a (Sazerac) Glass

by Valerie Boucvalt on May 23, 2013

in Cocktail Culture, Events

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New Orleanians don’t mess around when it comes to spirits. And today, we’re talking cocktails, not ghosts (though we’ve got those, too). Some of the most classic and famous cocktails originated down here in the Big Easy, and on this episode of GoNOLA Radio, our hosts and special guest Ann Tuennerman explore cocktail culture and …

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NOLA Neighborhood Style: Bywater

by Kate Grace Bauer on May 23, 2013

in Arts & Culture, Travel

My love for New Orleans is long lasting, but I’ll be honest, at times it can be challenging.  When it begins to get just a tad more humid (a temperature my curly hair loves), when you feel the pressure of bikini season, when you’re sad Jazz Fest is over (but there’s always something amazing going on in New Orleans), that’s …

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New Orleans All The Way Live: Happy 4th Anniversary!

by George Ingmire on May 22, 2013

in Music

We are thrilled to announce that New Orleans All the Way Live is celebrating its four year anniversary, and the New Orleans radio show is commemorating their anniversary the only way they know how. This week’s program is part one of a three part series of live music recorded at festivals, in clubs, and even a house party in the …

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GoNOLA Recommends: 5 Things To Do In New Orleans This Weekend

by Valerie Boucvalt on May 22, 2013

in Arts & Culture, Events, Sports & Recreation

After a number of weekends of major New Orleans music and food festivals, this weekend brings you opportunities to deviate from the New Orleans norm (a term I use loosely). Friday through Sunday you can not only partake in feasts of new flavors and take in different art, but there are events to help you expand your expertise and know-how, …

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Slurpin’ On The River: 2013 New Orleans Oyster Festival

by Emily Smith on May 21, 2013

in Events, Food

Nobody does oysters like Louisiana, and ’tis the season to get in on these local delicacies. The time is almost here for the 2013 New Orleans Oyster Festival.  Come June 1, Woldenberg Park will become a stomping ground for lovers of New Orleans seafood and music, and let’s not forget the plethora of oyster-inspired dishes, including ice-cold, freshly-shucked oysters for …

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New Orleans Wine and Food Experience: Royal Street Stroll

by Valerie Boucvalt on May 21, 2013

in Events, Food

Calling all wine enthusiasts, foodies, art aficionados, and music lovers! Starting this Wednesday and continuing through the weekend, the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience celebrates the finer things New Orleans has to offer with the 21st anniversary of this epicurean event that is now considered one of the top wine events in the country. This festival will be held …

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NOLA History: Audubon Park

by Edward May 20, 2013 History

One of the most common suggestions we regularly offer visitors to New Orleans is, “Go to the Zoo!” This is great advice, of course, because the Audubon Zoo is an educational and entertaining experience for all ages. But we shouldn’t forget the park which encompasses the zoo, with its rich history and a fascinating story all its own.

The “Upper …

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GoNOLA Recipes at Home: Official Greek Fest Pastitsio

by Valerie Boucvalt May 19, 2013 Food

The best way New Orleans knows how to show love for its diverse residents is with a party and great food. From May 24 – 26 Greek Festival New Orleans is celebrating it’s 40th birthday, “the big 4-Opa!” Besides the authentic Greek cuisine and entertainment that makes this festival worthwhile, every year they hand out one sacred Greek recipe to …

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GoNOLA Instagram Pick Of The Week: New Orleans Bicycles

by Valerie Boucvalt May 18, 2013 Instagram

These days, biking is the way to go. More and more people are taking to the streets on their bikes to get around, whether for exercise, environmental consciousness, or a chance to enjoy the sunshine. Our photo pick this week shows off how New Orleanians take even the simplest of things and make them their own. It doesn’t need to …

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New Orleans Goes Greek Memorial Weekend

by The Red Streetcar May 17, 2013 Events

Memorial Day weekend around the country typically means two things: BBQ and the beach. Here in New Orleans, it means baklava and the bayou. That’s right, New Orleans goes Greek for Memorial Day weekend. Celebrating it’s 40th year, Greek Fest at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral is a fixture on the banks of Bayou St. John every Friday, Saturday …

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Pin a Dollar On It: New Orleans Wine & Food Experience Turns 21

by Susan May 17, 2013 Cocktail Culture

Raise your glass to the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience (NOWFE), because it’s finally legal drinking age! NOWFE, now in its 21st year, lasts five days and offers a wide range of events, from seminars to tastings to lavish parties. It is important to remember that NOWFE is not only a fun food and wine festival, but also a …

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New Orleans Shopping Gone Artsy

by Nikki Carter May 16, 2013 Arts & Culture

Art markets: pure genius!  Honestly, what could be better than a one-stop shop where you can browse one of a kind, handmade crafts for sale, eat great food, and listen to live music?  I always find the best and most unexpected gifts each time I visit a New Orleans market (my favorite is still the Frenchmen Art Market), and in …

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New Orleans All The Way Live: Evan Christopher Live At Clever Wines

by George Ingmire May 16, 2013 Cocktail Culture

As always on New Orleans All The Way Live, the aim is to expand your experience of the New Orleans by not only giving you a taste of what we’re about, but also deepening your appreciation with live interviews and performances that go in depth into the inspirations and history of our culture.  On this week’s episode of New Orleans …

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GoNOLA Recommends: 5 Things To Do In New Orleans This Weekend

by Valerie Boucvalt May 15, 2013 Events

It’s getting towards the end of the week and the questions that are top of mind for many are “Where am I meeting my friends this weekend, and what are we eating?” Because there are endless opportunities for food, music, and fun in New Orleans, sometimes you may need a little help deciding how best to feed your soul in …

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My New Orleans: 20 Questions with Tenney Flynn

by Ann Marshall Thomas May 15, 2013 20 Questions

“If you say you don’t like seafood, it’s just because you haven’t had the right kind,” declared Chef Tenney Flynn as we sat in the elegant GW Fins dining room for a chat. Tenney told me he enjoys “converting” visitors from the Midwest and other landlocked states into seafood lovers. “I’ve had people say, ‘I don’t like fish, but I …

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GoNOLA TV Presents: Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo

by Valerie Boucvalt May 15, 2013 Events

The sun is shining and things are starting to look pretty beautiful down here in New Orleans. The time is ripe for enjoying our great outdoors, and in our unconventional urban cityscape, you can park and party on land or the banks of the river, lake or bayou. This weekend Bayou St. John will play host to Bayou Boogaloo, a …

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