A new chapter in New Orleans’ ever evolving culinary story is unfolding on Freret Street and this time it is rooted not just in French influence but in something the city has long overlooked its Spanish heritage. In March 2026, Dolfy’s officially opened its doors at 4508 Freret Street, bringing a bold, wood fired Basque […]
Although New Orleans is a food town, the city isn’t as well-known for Cuban food as other cities with large Cuban populations, like Miami. While spots like Norma’s Sweets Bakery and Churros Café serve up Cuban food, and other restaurants like Cochon Butcher and Brown Butter Depot offer their own version of a Cuban sandwich, […]
Easter in New Orleans is never just a holiday. It is a full experience shaped by tradition, food, and the unmistakable energy of the city. From second lines winding through the French Quarter to tables filled with rich, seasonal dishes, the day becomes something larger than a simple brunch. This year, some of the city’s […]
Every year in New Orleans, Lent reshapes the city’s menus almost as much as Carnival does. Here, seafood is already sacred and Catholic tradition runs deep, so the 40 days leading up to Easter are less about sacrifice and more about creativity. You can get Gulf shrimp, citrus-cured salmon, mirliton ceviche, and vegetarian curries—all things […]
Mid City’s former MoPho space has officially come back to life. On Saturday, November 22, 2025, husband and wife hospitality veterans Chris and Bonnie Borges opened Charmant at 514 City Park Avenue, transforming the well-known corner building into a modern European bistro with a distinctly New Orleans spirit. The pair, both longtime figures in the […]
The 2025 NOLA Vegan Chef Challenge has officially come to a close, and New Orleans diners have crowned this year’s top plant-powered culinary innovators. After a month of tasting creative vegan dishes across the city, local residents cast more than three hundred votes to select the winners. The challenge, which ran throughout September, invited restaurants […]
The Husky, a cozy steakhouse, opened last November on Freret St. The restaurant is the latest endeavor from John Michael Rowland, who started his career in the restaurant industry over twenty years ago. A Knoxville native, Rowland attended Tulane, receiving a degree in finance, and pursued a Master’s in accounting. To pay for his schooling, […]
Tucked into the Bywater neighborhood is a hidden gem. Suis Generis has been around for thirteen years, but some might not be familiar with the restaurant’s health-focused, farm-to-table mission and its weekly rotating menu. Owned by Ernie Foundas and partner Adrienne Bell, Suis Generis and its associated farm, SG Tiki Farm, approach their business with […]
Since the inception of their debut eatery, Costera on Prytania St., Reno De Ranieri, and Chef Brian Burns have been making an impression on the New Orleans dining scene creating exotic menus with Italian and Spanish influences and combining a love for impeccable food with extraordinary wine and atmosphere. Their latest venture, Brutto Americano New […]
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