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Hyundai Hope on Wheels donates $100K to support pediatric cancer at Children’s Hospital New Orleans
September is National Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, and Children’s Hospital New Orleans just announced they are the recipients of a $100,000 Impact Award from Hyundai Hope On Wheels that will support the more than 2,000 children from across Louisiana and the Gulf South who are cared for by the hospital’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders each year.
Beignet Fest 2024: Menu and Music Lineup Revealed
Beignet Fest, the Gulf South’s most family-friendly festival, returns for 2024 on Saturday, November 16th at City Park’s Festival Grounds with a mouthwatering menu featuring some new items and old favorites. Early standouts include Loretta’s award-winning crabmeat beignet and Sweet Heat & Chicken beignets, a new twist from the popular brunch spot, Ruby Slipper plus Asian Outdoor Kitchen will bring Plantain Mochi Beignets to the festival for the first time. There will also be popular non-beignet options like Jambalaya Girl’s jambalaya and gumbo, Chubbie’s Fried Chicken and Crack’D Brunch’s Mac Daddy Mac and Cheese.
Hearty Hamburger and Potato Crockpot Soup
Fall and cooler weather is right around the corner, which means it's soup time! Everyone enjoys a good hamburger and now you can have an amazing hamburger and potato soup version of one of America's favorite meals in a simple crockout recipe. Your family and friends will just love this delicious and hearty soup that is so easy to make and clean up as well.
Emeril's Creole Onion Soup: Hearty Fall Favorite
Fall is almost here and one of my favorite cool weather soups is this Creole Onion Soup from Chef Emeril Lagasse, who is well-known for his delicious takes on Creole and Cajun cuisine. This hearty and flavorful version of the classic onion soup will excite your tastebuds and instantly become your family's favorite too.
Watching the tropics: Tropical system headed toward Louisiana on Wednesday
Forecasters say a tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico will soon develop into a tropical storm later today then significantly strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane by Wednesday, headed toward landfall on either the Southern Texas or Louisiana coast.
Kendrick Lamar to perform Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show in New Orleans
Roc Nation, Apple Music, and the NFL have announced that multi-platinum award-winning artist Kendrick Lamar will perform at the Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, LA, on Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Quick and Easy Funnel Cake Bites
Fall is almost here, and it's my favorite time of year, not just because of the cooler weather but because of all the fall festivals. Beside the fun rides and music, nothing beats fair and festival food, especially funnel cakes and with this simple recipe, you can make some delicious funnel cake bites for you and your family any night of the week.
Crispy Parmesan Bacon Potatoes: Quick and Delicious Side Dish
Looking for a quick and easy side dish? These oven roasted potatoes are a delicious way to add to your main course. They go well with either chicken or beef, but are also great just on their own too. Perfect for lunch, dinner or an anytime snack.
Kenner's 3rd annual Hispanic Heritage Festival
Kenner's 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival will take place in Laketown on Saturday, September 6th, 2024. Admission is free. This celebration recognizes and honors the culture and contributions of Hispanic Americans. In addition to live entertainment, and more than 10 food vendors, the festival will also have a cultural exchange tent, health fair, and arts and crafts vendors.
Game Day Meatballs: Quick and Delicious Recipe
Football season is officially here and that means tailgating parties and good food to go with the games. What better way to kick off the NFL season with some delicious, quick and easy game day meatballs... Guaranteed to be a big hit at your party!
Percy "Master P" Miller named Entertainment Ambassador for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has announced that businessman and music mogul Percy “Master P” Miller has been named the official Entertainment Ambassador for the City of New Orleans. The announcement was made at a press conference that was attended by several city leaders on Monday.
Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Italian Dish
If you love lasagna and creamy alfredo sauce, you will love this twist on the classic Italian dish. This unique version of your favorite Italian pasta is a one pot soup that is just as flavorful and delicious. This thick and creamy soup is so quick and easy to make, it will soon to be one of your family's new favorites.
Tales of the Cocktail Foundation announces Taylor Swift " The Eras Tour" ticket raffle
Are you ready for it? The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) is proud to announce a partnership Children’s Hospital New Orleans (CHNOLA) to raffle two sets of a pair of suite tickets to Taylor Swift’s SOLD-OUT "The Eras Tour" concert in the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Saturday, October 26th.
Quick & Creamy Cocoa Dip: Perfect Fall Dessert
Dessert dips have gotten so popular over the last few years, and with fall quickly approaching, there is no better time to make some delicious hot cocoa dip. This recipe is so quick and easy, using only 6 affordable ingredients. It is the perfect sweet treat for tailgating, parties, or a fast and simple dinner dessert that your whole family will love!
Southern Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip: Creamy, Cheesy Perfection
Pepper jelly became quite popular in the South back in the 1980s, especially during the holidays. With 4 simple ingredients of vinegar, pectin, sugar and of course, peppers for flavoring. Although the original recipe started with just jalapeño, a variety of fruit flavored pepper jellies followed. With peach, strawberry and pineapple being some of the most popular today. If you have never tried pepper jelly, you might think it's extremely spicy but quite the opposite. It's a sweet and spicy treat that is perfect on its own or used in various recipes, like this pepper jelly cheese dip. It's the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy goodness perfect for any occasion.
Flavor-packed Homemade Game Day Salsa
With the start of the NFL season just one week away, it is time to break out all those delicious tailgating or "homegating" recipes. Salsa is always a fan favorite and this one is so packed with flavor, it is perfect to eat alone with tortilla chips or add cheese for some ultimate nachos.
It's Showtime! Beetlejuice, The Musical unleashed in New Orleans
He earned his stripes on Broadway, now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to New Orleans. Beetlejuice, The Musical will be at the Saegner Theatre for 8 shows starting Tuesday, November 12th - Sunday, November, 17th, 2024.
A Culinary Celebration: 2024 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival
The 2nd annual Louisiana Food & Wine Festival is back for 2024 from September 19th - 22nd. Hosted by Visit Lake Charles, the festival celebrates the best of Louisiana and the South, from its culinary superstars and beverage experts to southwest Louisiana’s unique Cajun and Creole heritage and culture, seafood, artisans, live musicians and more.
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Tina Howell is a credentialed writer, photographer, television and radio commentator and podcast host who covers sports, community events, and business news. She is a member of the PFWA, LSWA and Press Clubs of New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
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