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The Best Bacon in the Big Easy

by Andy August 16, 2011 Food

If I could choose one thing to eat for the rest of my life, without health consequences of course, I would absolutely choose bacon. I never even liked bacon until I was about 15 years old staying at a hotel enjoying the free breakfast buffet, when my friend told me “it was the greatest thing since sliced bread.” Personal opinion: …

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GoNOLA Flickr Pick of the Week: Southern Decadence Parade

by Andy August 13, 2011 Events

If you’ve ever been to Southern Decadence in New Orleans, then you know it’s all about the good times. Originally started as a going away party on Barracks Street in the backend of the French Quarter, Southern Decadence is celebrating its 40th year and is now the largest celebration of GLBT culture in New Orleans and is often referred to …

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GoNOLA Flickr Pick: Saints Fans on Bourbon

by Andy August 6, 2011 Fan Photo

If there is one thing New Orleanians love, it’s the chance to costume. Leave it to us to turn a sporting event into a costume party. Perhaps the most exciting part of hearing that the NFL Lockout was over was that it gave all of us the opportunity to break out that black-and-gold garb that we put away at the …

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GoNOLA Flickr Pick of the Week: Jeremy Davenport at Satchmo Summerfest

by Andy July 30, 2011 Events

Satchmo SummerFest is just one week away and we can’t wait! If you’re in town the first weekend in August, you’re in luck. This free music festival celebrates the life and legend of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong and kicks off on Thursday, August 4th, which is fitting because that is Satchmo’s birthday. Enjoy the sounds of local musicians, like Jeremy Davenport…

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GoNOLA Flickr Pick of the Week: Soul Rebels Brass Band

by Andy July 23, 2011 Fan Photo

If you have ever been to New Orleans, no doubt you’ve experienced a brass band. But, have you experience Soul Rebels? What I love about New Orleans is that there are literally hundreds of musicians and bands and everyone of them is unique and different. I’ve seen the Soul Rebels at dozens of different venues — Howlin’ …

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New Orleans’ Must-See Museums

by Andy July 22, 2011 Arts & Culture

New Orleans is full of hundreds of things to see and do — walking tours through the Garden District, haunted tours at night, art galleries, historic sites — the list goes on. In addition to these attractions, New Orleans is also home to dozens of different museums ranging from the nationally recognized like, New Orleans Museum of Art and The …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: White Linen Night

by Andy July 17, 2011 Pick of the Week

Coming to New Orleans in August? Mark your calendars for White Linen Night. White Linen Night is an annual one-night arts festival in August during which art galleries, stores and restaurants in the Arts District open their doors to thousands of people clad in white linen (side: you don’t have to wear white linen, but you should because everyone …

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GoNOLA Flickr Pick of the Week: Tales of the Cocktail

by Andy July 16, 2011 Events

Tales of the Cocktail is less than one week away! The annual cocktail festival will kick off at the historic Hotel Monteleone on Wednesday, July 20th. Tales of the Cocktail was founded by New Orleans natives Ann and Bill Tuennerman and celebrates everything from the history of the cocktail to the craft of creating one. Events include seminars, mix-off competitions, …

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YouTube Pick of the Week: Cointreau Mix-Off at Tales of the Cocktail

by Andy July 9, 2011 Events

Planning on coming to town for Tales of the Cocktail? Here’s what you can expect: plenty of delicious, hand-crafted cocktails, educational seminars on the history and background of various types of alcohol and cocktails and, my personal favorite, a little friendly competition. Every year, in addition to seminars and tastings, TOTC hosts a number of “Mix-Offs” in which various mixologists …

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GoNOLA Flickr Pick of the Week: Running of the Bulls

by Andy July 8, 2011 Events

Tomorrow marks the 5th Annual Running of the Bulls in New Orleans. Wake up early, grab a bloody mary, put on your best white and red outfit and meet at Ernst Cafe at 8:00 am sharp. When you arrive, be prepared to run through downtown New Orleans being chased by our very own “bulls,” members of the Big Easy Rollergirls. …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: New Orleans Running of the Bulls

by Andy July 2, 2011 Events

You don’t have to be in Spain to experience the thrill of the Running of the Bulls. In fact, you don’t even have to leave New Orleans! Every year the NOLA Bulls host San Fermin in Nueva Orleans, a festival that pays homage to the famous Encierro of Pamplona or “The Running of the Bulls.” But, of course, this …

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GoNOLA Flickr Pick of the Week: Mary J. Blige at Essence Festival

by Andy July 1, 2011 Fan Photo

Well, it is finally here: Essence Fest 2011! We’ve been counting down the days and are looking forward to the evening shows and day-time empowerment series. Amongst others, one of the shows I can’t wait to see is Mary J. Blige! Blige has performed during past Essence Music Festivals, including last year’s, and is often a crowd favorite. Catch Mary …

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Five Ways to Celebrate the Fourth of July in New Orleans

by Andy June 28, 2011 Events

What better place to celebrate American Independence than in New Orleans? We, as a city, like to party and the Fourth of July is no exception. New Orleans loves to embrace traditional celebrations and, as always, put our very own NOLA spin on things! Check out these five traditional Fourth of July festivities with a little New Orleans twist.

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: Macy Gray at Voodoo Fest

by Andy June 25, 2011 Pick of the Week

In case you missed Macy Gray‘s killer performance at Voodoo Fest last year, here’s your chance to make up for it. Gray, who came onto the American R&B Scene with her debut album in 1999, is known for her soulful songwriting. If you don’t love Macy Gray for her own songs, I can promise that hearing her cover of …

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GoNOLA Flickr Pick of the Week: Soledad O’Brien at Essence Festival

by Andy June 24, 2011 Fan Photo

In case you don’t know, Soledad O’Brien is an anchor and special correspondent for CNN and author of The Next Big Story: My Journey through the Land of Possibilities. In 2009, Soledad O’Brien spoke at Essence Music Fest and she’s back this year. O’Brien will be speaking during the Saturday, July 2 Empowerment Series: Transforming Your Community. O’Brien will …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: Fantasia at Jazz Fest 2011

by Andy June 18, 2011 Pick of the Week

In case you missed Fantasia Barrino at this year’s Jazz and Heritage Festival, now is your chance to make up for it! Fantasia will be performing at this year’s Essence Music Festival during Fourth of July weekend in New Orleans. Fantasia will be performing on the Essence Mainstage on Friday, July 1. If you haven’t gotten your Essence Festival Tickets …

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