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‘Critically endangered’ chicks hatch at Audubon Zoo
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The Audubon Zoo has welcomed the hatching of two “critically endangered” chicks in its Wings of the World Exhibit. According to leaders with the Audubon Nature Institute, the Blue-crowned Laughingthrush chicks are “the first successful hatching of these species.” The two chicks, one male and one female, are regarded as integral to the survival of the species.
Best Deli Restaurants in New Orleans, LA
We’ll highlight three of the best Deli restaurants in New Orleans: Cochon Butcher, Turkey and the Wolf, and Francolini’s. Known for serving some of the best Deli sandwiches in New Orleans, these establishments showcase the rich and diverse deli food culture the city has to offer. New Orleans is renowned for its vibrant culinary scene, and its delis are no exception. They are known for serving some of the best Deli sandwiches in New Orleans.
Abercrombie & Fitch Now Open at Lakeside Shopping Center
METAIRIE, La (Biz New Orleans) – Abercrombie & Fitch is now open in the main mall across from the food court at Lakeside Shopping Center. The store features a shop-in-shop space for its children’s brand, abercrombie kids. Another family brand, Hollister Co., will open in an adjacent space later this month.
Ultimate Guide to Louisiana Snoballs: A Flavorful Tradition
When the weather gets sweltering in Louisiana, no ordinary ice cream will do. Summertime is the perfect season to indulge in these iconic, icy treats that originated in New Orleans. These syrupy-sweet confections are in a class of their own, and we unabashedly dig in every chance we get. (Even when it’s chilly, we can’t resist!) So you won’t miss out on one bit of delicious fun, we created a list of the top eight places to satisfy your snoball cravings across the state.
The History of the New Orleans, Louisiana Po’ Boy Sandwich
The po' boy sandwich, a culinary staple of New Orleans, has a rich history that mirrors the city's vibrant culture and unique culinary traditions. This humble yet hearty sandwich has become a beloved icon in Louisiana cuisine, representing the diverse influences and resilient spirit of New Orleans. Origins of the...
River Center hosts first Capital City Collectibles & Card Show
BATON ROUGE - Hundreds of card traders and several former Louisiana sports stars flocked to the Raising Canes River Center for the first ever Capital City Collectibles & Card Show. Card enthusiasts got to buy and trade cards and memorabilia from sports to superheroes. LSU stars Kevin Faulk and Todd...
10 Best Dr John Songs of All Time
Dr. John, also known as Dr. John the Night Tripper, was the stage name of Malcolm John Rebennack Jr. (1941-2019), an American singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist. He was a prominent figure in the New Orleans music scene, known for his unique blend of blues, jazz, funk, and rock and roll.
SheaMoisture’s Women En Blanc Honors Brunch Celebrates Brightest and Best Black Women In Various Industries
Smirnoff joined SheaMoisture to celebrate Black women excelling in various categories, including Champion, Community Impact, Sports, Influencer, Trailblazer, Game Changer, Entertainment, and Beauty that Bonds. The fifth annual SheaMoisture Women En Blanc Honors Brunch, presented by Smirnoff, was held in grand fashion during Independence Day weekend in New Orleans. The...
Need a break from New Orleans? Try these 'one-meal staycations' at restaurants, and a pub
It did not hurt that Bar Pomona had Tour de France coverage playing on TVs around the small room, with schools of competitors swooping through gorgeous mountain passes. This was exactly where we needed to be, I thought, reaching for the glass of properly chilled Beaujolais, a red wine from the same region where the tour was progressing.
11 New Orleans Bars Not to Miss
Discover 11 bars to include on your next New Orleans bar crawl. This list includes iconic spots in the French Quarter, less touristic Bywater bars and a couple rooftop bars for good measure. Table of Contents. 1. Carousel Bar & Lounge. The Carousel Bar has been spinning circles in the...
Shoals Chef to compete in Great American Seafood Cook-Off
Blink and you might miss it, but folks in Florence know Odette and its employees have something special. Just two months ago, Chef Kyle Ogden and his Sous Chef Taylor Bradley took home first place in the Alabama Seafood Cook-Off. Chef Ogden's dish – the "Spring Tide" – captivated the...
Louisiana Eats: Poor Boy Pride
In 1983, the Louisiana legislature named crawfish as the official state crustacean. In 2008, they proclaimed the Sazerac as New Orleans' official cocktail. And on June 1, 2024, Billy Nungesser, Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana, proclaimed Blue Plate Mayonnaise to be the official mayo of poor boy sandwiches. On this week's show, we explore some other essential poor boy ingredients.
Hot Stuff elevates the 'meat and three' in Uptown university neighborhood
When an online reviewer called out Hot Stuff chef Nate Barfield for serving canned green beans, he was tickled pink. “Yep, they’re canned,” says the chef, who grew up in rural Monroeville, Alabama. “That’s the way a ‘meat and three’ does it in the South,” he says. “I...
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