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Popeyes is celebrating its 50th anniversary by giving its customers a great deal nationwide, including in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Popeyes holds a special place in the hearts of New Orleans residents. It all started here.
The popular fried chicken restaurant began in the New Orleans suburb of Arabi, Louisiana on June 12, 1972. That’s when owner Alvin C. Copeland Sr., opened his “Chicken on the Run” eatery.
After months of unimpressive sales, Copeland renamed the restaurant “Popeyes” after Popeye Doyle of The French Connection and the eatery took off.
Get This Week-Long 59 Cents Deal At Popeyes In Atlanta
For a whole month, Popeyes will offer two pieces of chicken (bone-in) for just 59 cents, the same price the restaurant sold it for in 1972.
The week-long promotion starts June 12, Popeyes’ 50th anniversary, and runs until June 19.
To qualify for the 59 cents deal, you have to order a $5 order minimum and it has to be a mobile order or done through the Popeyes app.
New Orleans cuisine stands atop the heap when it comes to great cuisine, service and a memorable dining experience.
Remember that waiters and waitresses across the industry make less than $3 a day unless they receive tips, so please show your gratitude for your service.
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New Orleans’ black-owned restaurants have faced an uphill battle the last couple years. The COVID-19 pandemic took customers and workers, but now we can all smell a comeback.
Or is that a new restaurant opening: Vaucresson Creole Café & Deli. The brand is actually a new concept from the Vaucresson Sausage Co., which has operated throughout three generations in the historic 7th Ward of New Orleans.
The eatery recently opened for business with the help of the Black Restaurant Accelerator (BRA), a joint initiative of the National Urban League and the PepsiCo Foundation.
The entities partnered to give black-owned restaurants a monetary boost in the arm. Part of that is represented by PepsiCo’s $400 million Racial Equality Journey commitments, the BRA has pledged a five-year, $10 million investment from the PepsiCo Foundation in partnership with the National Urban League to preserve and support Black-owned restaurants.
In addition to operating as a local deli, Vaucresson offers delivery around New Orleans as well as ships to anywhere in the US. You can order product to be shipped or delivered by visiting the website www.vaucressonsausage.com.
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A well-known New Orleans chef is in the proverbial kitchen working up something good: a new restaurant. Michael Gulotta is planning to helm a new Italian restaurant in Old Metairie.
The news comes from the Times-Picayune, which sat down with Gulotta recently.
Gulotta’s new eatery is called TANA and will feature posh Italian cuisine. New Orleans foodies may know Gulotta from the delectable fare at MayPop, but he’s been around.
After graduating from the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute, Gulotta went on to open MOPHO, which now has two locations in the greater New Orleans area.
When Will TANA Open?
According to the newspaper, TANA will open sometime close to the beginning of 2023. The eatery is located at 2929 Metairie Road.
“This will be the Italian restaurant I’ve always wanted,” Gulotta was quoted as saying. It’s also the Italian we’ve been wanting as well.
If you don’t want to wait for TANA, you may be curious about some other places you can get authentic Italian fare in New Orleans.
New Orleans’ food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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A handful of New Orleans-area chefs and restaurants have made the cut as 2022 James Beard Award finalists, the group announced this week.
Whittled from an exhaustive list, the local finalists have a chance to take home the top prize and cement New Orleans’ place on the map as a bona fide cultural mecca with top-notch restaurants with diverse cuisine.
When Will The James Beard Awards Be Announced?
The winners will be celebrated at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on Monday, June 13, 2022, at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
And The New Orleans James Beard Award Finalists Are…
Atlanta’s are among the top eateries up for Outstanding Wine Program.
Outstanding Restaurant
Brennan’s, New Orleans
Emerging Chef
Serigne Mbaye, Dakar Nola, New Orleans
Best Chef: South
- Blake Aguillard and Trey Smith, Saint-Germain, New Orleans
- Melissa M. Martin, Mosquito Supper Club, New Orleans
- Isaac Toups, Toups’ Meatery, New Orleans
Here Is The Complete 2022 List Of James Beard Award Finalists
From the Best Chefs to the top bar programs, the James Beard Awards exemplify the utmost of America’s food culture, which New Orleans plays a big part in.
Here is the complete list of James Beard Award nominees for 2022.
Final Word
The James Beard Foundation is a nonprofit organization that celebrates and supports culinary excellence of America’s chefs and food businesses.
If your favorite New Orleans chef or restaurant didn’t’ make the list, make it your business to support them sometime soon.
New Orleans’ food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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New Orleans has some of the best chefs in the United States and the world. The latest list of James Beard semifinalists make that point very well. It includes several chefs and eateries from New Orleans.
Here Is The 2022 James Beard Award Semifinalists From New Orleans
Here are the New Orleans restaurants and chefs that made the list:
- Brennan’s, New Orleans (Outstanding Restaurant)
- Serigne Mbaye, Dakar Nola, New Orleans (Emerging Chef)
- Fritai, New Orleans (Best New Restaurant)
- Lengua Madre, New Orleans (Best New Restaurant)
- Avenue Pub, New Orleans (Outstanding Bar Program)
- Blake Aguillard and Trey Smith, Saint-Germain, New Orleans (Best Chef: South)
- Hao Gong, LUVI Restaurant, New Orleans (Best Chef: South)
- Michael Nelson, GW Fins, New Orleans (Best Chef: South)
- Melissa M. Martin, Mosquito Supper Club, New Orleans (Best Chef: South)
- Allison Richard, High Hat Cafe, New Orleans (Best Chef: South)
- Isaac Toups, Toups’ Meatery, New Orleans (Best Chef: South)
Final Word
Being named a finalist for a James Beard Award is a great honor. Winners will be celebrated at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on Monday, June 13, 2022, at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
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Looking for a new place to eat in New Orleans? You’ve got to check out Breakaway’s R&B in the city.
Husband and wife team Chef Paul Artigues and Olivia Rochon Artigues opened the eatery in the city’s Faubourg Marigny neighborhood on January 27, 2022.
The restaurant’s name is inspired by Irma Thomas’ song “Breakaway.” The R&B means restaurant and bar more than rhythm and blues, but the Artigues liked the idea of a reference to local music to help set the tone for their neighborhood place.
What’s On The Menu At Breakaway’s R&B?
The Creole, Neighborhood-Style Restaurant and Bar has several delicious dishes you can try. Here are a few:
- Beef Daube Sandwich
- Ham Sandwich
- Turkey Sandwich
- Shrimp Po-Boy
- Crawfish Etouffee
- Beef Daube
- Creole Red Beans & Rice
Where Is Breakaway’s R&B located?
Breakaway’s R&B is located at 2529 Dauphine Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70117. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Final Word
Breakaway’s R&B isn’t the only thing happening in New Orleans. The city practically has a party every night, not to mention the many rowdy restaurants that offer a great meal and a good time.
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Louisiana’s first sake brewery recently opened in New Orleans. On Feb. 8, 2022, Wetlands Sake celebrated the grand opening of its new taproom.
Owners Nan & Lindsey said they noticed a void in the Pelican State and decided to fill it.
“Sake is a beloved beverage around the world, but we noticed something was missing here at home,” the founders say on Wetland Sake’s website. “Americans are loosely familiar with sake, but it’s often only associated with food and usually ordered by the bottle or glass. Unfamiliar flavor descriptions and complex labels sometimes prevent Americans from giving sake a chance.”
What Are The Operating Hours For Wetlands Sake?
Wetlands Sake is open the following times:
MON – TUE Closed
WED & THR 4pm – 9pm
FRI & SAT 4pm-10pm
SUN 12pm-5pmWhere Is Wetlands Sake Located?
Wetlands Sake is located at 634 Orange Street in the Lower Garden District. Here is a map to help you find it.
The event, featuring a crawfish boil, food trucks and live music, will take place from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Located in a converted warehouse, the facility has large picture windows overlooking the sake brewing area. It is fitted with a garage door that opens to outdoor seating, pergolas and a covered patio. The bar has eight taps pouring limited-edition sakes, ranging from the traditional to sparkling concoctions and cocktail-inspired sake infusions. An adjoining market and eatery, dubbed the Commissary, will open in late February to serve “elevated bar fare.”
Final Word
Wetlands Sake isn’t the only place to grab a drink in New Orleans. Here’s where to grab a martini.
New Orleans is practically has a party every night, not to mention the many rowdy restaurants that offer a great meal and a good time.
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With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, several New Orleans restaurants are rolling out the red carpet for the love holiday. Check out these special dinner options around New Orleans.
Where To Eat For Valentine’s Day In New Orleans
No matter if you’re looking for an upscale evening of dining on fine China or a casual outing, New Orleans has many great restaurants to choose from on that special day.
All of these restaurants offer a great atmosphere for couples and have stringent COVID protocols in force. Oh, and the food is delicious!
The Blue Crab
7900 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124 | (504) 284-2898
Here’s what one diner says about The Blue Crab: “Food was delicious and service was great. I had the grilled oysters and red snapper entree. The oysters were good but 2 of my 6 were burnt. The snapper was delicious but on the small side for the price.”|
Atchafalaya
901 Louisiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115 | (504) 891-9626
Come for the Crab Cake Benedict, stay for the brunch Bloody Mary.
Here’s what one diner says about Atchafalaya : “Shrimp and Crab Cake Benedict special, Bananas Foster Waffle, Five “A” bloody Mary and mimosa. Everything was delicious and the outdoor seating area was perfect for us to enjoy the beautiful weather with our dog. Our waitress was amazing. If you want to hear the live music you’ll want to sit inside. Mask required inside and COVID vaccine or negative PCR test proof required. Pets allowed outside.”
Pluck Wine & Bar Restaurant
722 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70130 |
Come for the Rose’, stay for the Flash Fried Frog Legs.
Here’s what one food lover has to say about Pluck Wine & Bar: “Super cool wine place with a smart wine list and lots of tasty bites. I love it, definitely a great place to overindulge. If you’re going to buy a really nice bottle they better have the right glass for it and this place definitely does. Wonderful.”
Oceana Grill
739 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | (504) 525-6002
Here’s what one diner says about the Oceana Grill: “One of the best meals I ever had. The Cajun food is so good I could die happy after eating it. The delicious bread pudding is warm and drizzled with rum sauce. The crab cakes are so good it’s ridiculous. I highly recommend coming if you carving some Cajun food.”
Herbsaint
701 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130 | (504) 524-4114
Come for the James Beard Award-winning Gumbo, stay for the Spaghetti.
Here’s what one diner says about Herbsaint: “The food deserve 5 stars, but I had to go with 4 because when we ate, almost everything was quite too salty. However we got there at almost 9pm with no reservation, and still they managed to give us a table, which was awesome. For VEGANS don’t be afraid to come eat here, the chef will prepare something at his discretion. And what I go it was Soo Good! My husband asked for 3 portion of short ribs, that’s how much he enjoyed them. My husband actually returned a dish back because it was too salty, and we appreciate that we were not charged for it. Service could have been more personable, but no complaints.”
Maypop
611 O’Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113 | (504) 518-6345
Here’s what one customer says about Maypop: “In a sea of restaurants that are [more or less] putting out the same types of food, it is guaranteed you will find completely unique and incredible eats at Maypop.
“I’m not even sure what you’d classify this type of food. Definitely Asian fusion but it’s simply better than that. Everything here is simply delicious and unexpected.”
Final Word
You don’t need a holiday to find great food in New Orleans. It’s practically on every block, just about.
There’s no shortage of fine cuisine and ambiance in New Orleans. All you have to do is choose!
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Looking for a relaxing place to enjoy a drink with friends? Try The Bower Bar.
Located adjacent to The Bower bistro, The Bower Bar boasts 20 seats around the central bar and an additional 24 seats at surrounding tables.
Like it’s companion food spot, The Bower Bar has a neighborhood feel that welcomes locals and visitors alike.
The cocktail program at The Bower Bar is helmed by Beverage Director Mickey Mullins and features field-to-glass libations focusing on the seasonal herbs, flowers and produce from Sugar Roots Farm. The wine list, which features small production vintners as well as well known global collections, is amazing.
What’s On The Menu At The Bower?
A bevy of drinks await the thirsty patron at The Bower Bar. Let’s take a sip-worthy tour, shall we?
Cocktails you’ll love trying include:
- 51 Problems – beet infused mezcal, passionfruit and lime.
- Suze, demerara and a smoked salt rim.
- LGD – reposado, hibiscus, orange flower, orgeat, and mole bitters.
- the Hydrix – bourbon, mint-infused contratto, amaro, and aquafaba.
- The zero-proof Sugar Roots Spritzwith house made hibiscus syrup, lime and soda.
- Pear-Ly There – spiced pear puree and tonic.
Where Is The Bower Bar Located?
The Bower Bar, which is an adjacent extension of The Bower, is located at 1320 Magazine Street in the former Claret Wine Bar space. Here is a map to help you find it.
Final Word
If you’re looking for a midweek Martini, The Bower Bar is the place to go.
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If you’re a fan of top-notch food like gourmet burritos, chalupas and tacos, New Orleans’ Mexican restaurants offer a flavorful fiesta of the senses.
This article is going to show you the best Mexican restaurants in New Orleans.
In all areas of the city, you can find quality Mexican food, including strong margaritas with great food.
Best Mexican Restaurants In New Orleans
Mexican cuisine may not be as popular as seafood in New Orleans, but it’s a close second, as you’ll see.
Cuñada
833 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70112 | (504) 525-9200
Here’s what one reviewer says about Cuñada: “”If you want real AUTHENTIC Mexican cuisine in New Orleans, look no further! The best food, served by the best staff in the best city….what else could you ask for.”
Panchita’s Mexican Criolla Cuisine
1434 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118 | (504) 281-4127
Here’s what one reviewer says about Panchita’s: “First Time me and my Boyfriend Came here.Small Place Outdoor Sitting as Well as Indoors.Authentic Mexican Food.I had There Vegetable Burrito and He had the Carne Asada Plate.I Had a Glass of Chardonnay he had 2 Corona Lights we Both Had Water.The Waitress Was Also The Owner She had Other Employees Cooking. Very Clean and Quaint. Will Be Back. Thank You.”
Liberacion NOLA
2239, New Orleans, LA 70117 | 504-208-8276
Here’s what one reviewer says about Liberacion NOLA: “These guys have been singlehandedly keeping me alive the last few years. NO ONE can sling tacos like Damien and Heather!!! Best tacos on the entire planet. Hell, I even heard aliens from other planets are considering sacrificing a lil ufo sighting just come try em.”
Johnny Sánchez
930 Poydras St Suite 101, New Orleans, LA 70112 | (504) 304-6615
Here’s what one customer says about Johnny Sanchez. “We went to Johnny Sánchez for dinner. I had a burrito with a Bloody Maria. The burrito required a knife and for in order to eat it. The flavor of the burrito was quite nice. I can’t say the same about the Bloody Maria. The Bloody Maria was mostly Vodka, and I couldn’t taste the tomato juice.”
The Velvet Cactus
6300 Argonne Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124 | (504) 301-2083
Here’s what one customer says about The Velvet Cactus. “Great outdoor seating options. Food was very fast! Cheddar grits and brisket quesadilla were awesome! Plantains were tasty too!”
Final Word
If you go to a Mexican restaurant in New Orleans, you may not know what to order. You should try a quesadilla or some Tacos or Sopa de Fideo. No matter what you choose, don’t forget to explore the city’s rich culinary history by giving the eatery some repeat business.
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