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WEATHER HUNTERS, a new PBS KIDS’ series from Emmywinning weatherman and host of the TODAY show Al Roker, is designed to support kids’ learning about Earth science and meteorology. The series centers on 8-year-old Lily Hunter, her family and friends. Lily’s dad is voiced by Roker. Starting Monday, September 8th, the series will air MondaySunday at 6:30am on WYES-TV. Stream on wyes.org/live and on the WYES & PBS KIDS apps. More at wyes.org.

FROM THE EDITOR

n September, it feels like we have rounded the corner of summer, and although the days are still steamy, we have fall right around the corner to look forward to.

For many it’s a time to get things back in order. School is back and kids (and their parents and caretakers) are returning to a routine of carpool, after-school activities and homework. Vacation time has been taken. Work routines are in place as the days grow shorter.

As the summer wanes, for many it’s a time to make those changes they may have put off while languishing in the humidity — fall cleaning, organizing, and finally planning that big move. Whether you are selling your home, are a first-time buyer or moving to a new apartment, it’s a stressful experience, no doubt.

And for New Orleanians, moving also entails many unique factors, from packing up that costume closet to managing movers in the midst of a heatwave (could it get any hotter?!) Our cover feature reviews the best ways to beat the moving New Orleans moving game, with tips on how to get things done without losing your stuff…or your mind.

September also has many of us looking forward to switching out our wardrobe from seersucker and linen to fall fabrics and cool weather accessories. We’ve curated the best looks for you or the men in your life, so no one misses a beat and looks great all season long.

Finally, as always, we have a calendar full of events, places to dine and imbibe, recipes, style guides and much more.

Getting back into a routine doesn’t have to be a drag. Our issue is chock full of fall inspiration to keep you rocking and rolling through the season as we transition from the long, hot days of summer to the cool(er) days of autumn.

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Blog News

Our fall blockbuster blog “Scream Time” features writer Jeremy Marshal’s reviews and highlights of some of the best haunted houses and scary attractions across the area just in time for spooky season.

Recipe Inspiration

This month’s NOSH features a street food-inspired noodle recipe, perfect for a refreshing lunch or weeknight dinner from Chef Aim Srisuk of Good Catch and Pomelo restaurants. Follow us on Instagram for chef and recipe-exclusive content each month. @NewOrleansMag

On Assignment

Looking for fun things to do, places to go and special events to try? Catch up with New Orleans Magazine editor Ashley McLellan’s weekly run-down of her upcoming city calendar.

Editors’ Picks

What are the best places to find Saints’ gear? Who has the best oysters? Where can you get the perfect hostess gift? Each Friday, check out our team of editors’ personal picks and see if your favorites made our list.

Touchdown!

“Craziest Cajun Football Tale”

Celebrate both back-to-school and football season with this tale of teamwork, persistence, family and “Cajun craziness.” Written by the father-daughter/writer-illustrator team of Gary Alipio and Melina Alipio, this sweet tale of overcoming adversity on the playing field is design for readers ages 8-13. According to reviewer (and voice of the Saints) Mark Romig, the book is a touchdown. “This is a genuine coming of age story steeped in the best traditions of football, life’s lessons and family love,” he said.

More family-friendly new releases from Arcadia Publishing:

on the Run! Coloring Book”

BY ASHLEY MCLELLAN

Events around town:

The Write Every Sat., 3 to 5 p.m. the DreamHouse Lounge Presented by Broken Grammer, this weekly poetry writing event focuses on a different prompt. The event is open to writers of all levels. litwire.org

The Garden District Book Shop Book Club

Sept. 10, 6 p.m., The Garden District Book Shop Each second Wednesday of the month, bookworms are invited to discuss a different title. This month’s selection is “Mercury Pictures Presents,” by Anthony Marra. The event is free and open to the public. gardendistrictbookshop.com

The Splice Poetry Series

Sept. 20, 6 p.m., the Saturn Bar Writers Sommer Browning and Henry Goldkamp will read and perform their poems. This event is free and open to the public. litwire.org

Hota Kotb: “Jump and Find Joy” Book Tour

Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m., the Joy Theater New Orleans favorite and former “Today Show” anchor Hota Kotb returns to New Orleans for her latest book on personal journey through change with her “Jump and Find Joy” tour. thejoytheater.com

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Punch Up Lunch

Mr. B’s is a favorite spot for downtown lunches, and not just for the classic Creole menu. The weekday lunch cocktail specials have lubricated a variety of important business deals. Every Wednesday through Friday lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., diners can enjoy well-chilled house martinis and well-seasoned Bloody Marys for just $1.50 with entrée purchase. Also, thrifty locals in the know can avoid a vigilant meter maid’s ticket by using Solari’s Parking Garage. Mr. B’s guests enter the restaurant directly from the garage through the kitchen door and receive $5 discounted parking for up to three hours. 201 Royal St., (504) 523-2078, mrbsbistro.com

New Orleans Cocktail Week

Move Over Espresso Martini!

Football fans in need of a ready-to-drink (or pour) beverage for a morning tailgate or early kick-off should check out the new Coffee Old-Fashioned from Slow & Low. The rye whiskey-based cocktail with the flavors of the New Orleans classic Cafe Brulôt, comes in bottles for larger shindigs, as well as cans, making it a perfectly portable potion. Slow & Low began as a bottled whiskey cocktail and was inspired by the rock and rye flavored concoctions of the 19th century. The company’s new product features Intelligentsia Coffee and gets its sweetness from both demerara sugar and raw honey. Aromatic bitters and orange peel used in an Old Fashioned also evoke the cinnamon, clove, and citrus flavors of a Cafe Brulôt recipe. The result can be a morning pick-me-up or a touchdown toast. Available throughout the metro area. drinkslowandlow.com

New Orleans Cocktail Week, Sept. 15-21, offers New Orleanians an affordable way to try a new bar or revisit a favorite watering hole. The Cocktail Week Pass entitles guests to special reduced-price signature cocktails throughout the city. In addition, some bars are offering cocktail and food pairings for a fixed price.

Participating restaurants include the Higgins Hotel Kilroy Bar, which is pouring a “Spoonbill” made with Masala chai infused with a bourbon and rye whiskey blend, Dubonnet Rouge, amaro, sweet vermouth, and Blackstrap Bitters. The food pairing is a tandoori spiced pork rib, oven baked and marinated in a ginger masala chai.

Mister Mao’s signature cocktail is the Magic Carpet, made with rum, coconut, passion fruit and toasted jasmine rice syrup. The Blackbird Hotel is pouring Throw Me Somethin, Mister! using Espolon Blanco tequila, Thai chili Aperol, grapefruit and lemon, with an andouille hot dog and okra relish.

To purchase passes to all and see the full list of bars and restaurants, as well as prices for all the specialty cocktails and pairings, visit neworleanscocktailweek.com.

Sober September

Whether you need a break after too many poolside frozen drinks or need to prepare for a busy, boozy holiday season, Sober September has joined Dry January as a time to take a pause from alcohol. To meet the growing interest in sobriety, many local bars now spend as much effort on thoughtfully crafted non-alcoholic options as they do on their spirituous pours. The Bower’s Sugar Roots Spritz uses house made hibiscus syrup to jazz up soda water and lime, while the Pool Club at the Virgin Hotel pours a Luau Lagoon, full of tropical flavors like pineapple shrub and orgeat. Compere Lapin’s Garden Party spotlights the fresh flavors of cucumber, lemongrass and basil, mixed with the non-alcoholic spirit Seedlip Garden. They also offer Caribbean-inspired softer drinks like Sorrel Tea with spiced hibiscus tea and ginger and Ginger Turmeric Lemonade. 320 Magazine St,(504) 582-9738 thebowernola.com; 550 Baronne St, (504) 603-8000; virginhotels.com/new-orleans; 535 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 599-2119, comperelapin.com.

Happier Hours

Locals looking for a well-priced tipple can visit New Orleans institution Tujague’s for happy hour available daily at the bar from 3 to 5 p.m. Drink specials include discounted glasses and bottles of Tujague’s private label wines and select beers. Specially priced classic cocktails include the Old-Fashioned, paloma, French 75, cosmopolitan and the Marigny mai tai, which highlights local rums. Additionally, Tujague’s is participating in New Orleans Cocktail Week pairing its Decatur Sour, featuring bourbon, cranberry and lemon with truffle parmesan fries. They are also serving two different riffs on a classic French 75 — the Iris 75, made with Tujague’s private label sparkling wine and Empress gin, and the new Hampton 75, created especially for Cocktail Week and made with rosé and gin. 429 Decatur St., (504) 525-8676, tujaguesrestaurant.com.

Legendary Lunching

Boozy Friday lunches are a New Orleans tradition, but how does your Wednesday look? For longer than we can remember, diners could get a noontime buzz for all of .75 cents with the .25 cent, three-martini lunch at Commander’s Palace on Thursdays and, of course, Fridays. (Co-proprietors and cousins Ti and Lally Brennan recently shared the history of the .25 cent martinis on the Commander’s Instagram page. Hint: It goes back to their Aunt Dottie.) Starting in July, the iconic Garden District restaurant added the outrageous deal to Wednesdays. Cheers to that! You just can’t beat the two-course prix fixe menu plus those delicious martinis. Meanwhile, Arnaud’s announced in August the return of its Friday lunch service. After a 20-year hiatus, the historic French Quarter restaurant founded in 1905 launched its lunch with curated à la carte, cocktail and wine menus, as well as the promise of fun, rotating themes and lots of surprising twists. commanderspalace.com, arnaudsrestaurant.com

Dog Daze

Have you been dreaming of an indoor hotspot where you can not only take your doggo for breakfast, lunch or a treat, but it’s actually sort of really a place for your dog? What if, like us, you don’t have a canine, but you love them and just want to be around the fuzzy, friendly furballs?

Enter Fur Bébé at 4826 Magazine St., which opened earlier this summer and caters to dogs and their people. Coffee beverages, breakfast fare, salads and sandos, as well as dog treats, toys and supplies are all on offer in the vibrant, dog-themed cafe. furbebenola.com

Uptown Joe

Sometimes something new slips into a space once occupied by something old (and missed), filling a void while at the same time making it seem like the new thing has been there all along. This is how we felt when we bopped into the new Uptown Congregation Coffee location on the corner of Magazine Street and Jefferson Avenue. The cafe, which took over a former CC’s Coffee, was bustling with the remote work and postworkout crowd, coffee klatches and college kids, creating the hometown vibe we all crave. Homey touches, like the expansive warm hardwood floors and geometric tiles, honor the building’s Victorian architecture, and a robust coffee menu coupled with pastries and other goodies from the Ralph Brennan Bakery will get you fueled. congregationcoffee. com

Nosh Noir

As part of its NOLA After Dark series, The Roosevelt, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel has various offerings to help you liven up your evenings. In addition to a jazz history crawl and live music in the Blue Room, the Fountain Lounge chefs are cooking up a host of delectable dinner options dubbed “NOLA Cuisine by Night: Southern Fare, French Influence.” Start with the Salade à la Chèvre et Figue with braised local figs, goat cheese and grapefruit rose champagne vinaigrette. Share small plates featuring crowd pleasers like mussels with pomme frittes, cheese or charcuterie plates or the impressive Fruits de Mer seafood tower. Entrees include hanger steaks and New York strips, as well as salade niçoise or a burger. Various sides are also available, and you can wrap things up with the Roosevelt’s popular beignets for dessert. therooseveltneworleans.com

Decadent Philanthropy

On Sept. 24, eat for a good cause at Compere Lapin. Houston-based “Top Chef” season 22 winner Chef Tristen Epps along with Chef Camair Mick of New York-based The Musket Room and Raf’s — a 2025 James Beard Award “Outstanding Pastry Chef” semifinalist — are teaming up with Compton for a four-course collaborative dinner. The dinner benefits the Sir John Compton Memorial Foundation, which works to educate young St. Lucians and was established in honor of Chef Nina Compton’s late father Sir John Compton. comperelapin.com

Style

BY ANDY MYER

From Canvas to Catwalk

These days you’ll find local artists’ work not only adorning walls but strolling the streets as wearable art on some of New Orleans’ most fashionable folks. Shop some of our favorites while supporting small businesses and sustainably produced pieces.

1. New fashion brand TAVIA grew out of Octavia Art Gallery and was born from the idea that the work of artists comes to life on clothing and fabric. TAVIA’s inaugural collection brings together the vision of six artists, including this Jungle Dwellers Duster Jacket in one of Alex Beard’s signature wildlife prints. Available at taviaatelier.com.

2. Artist Emma Fick notes that her jewelry begins with a sketch and likes to think of her earrings as “wearable drawings,” with asymmetry and other details reminding the wearer that they were made by hand. This segmented pair, made from lightweight acrylic with etching, inlay and hand-painted sections, subtly sways adding a bit of kinetic fun. Available at emmafick.com.

3. Handmade in Amanda Talley’s Magazine St. studio from cotton linen, this reversible Soliel hat in Beaumont x JustD, features the artist’s vibrant, bold patterns. While this hat works well for a beach day or trip to the farmer’s market, it’s also perfect for adding a bit of flair for local festivals. Available at amandatalley.com.

4. Ashley Lasseigne started a decorative painting business in 2003 creating murals and unique wall treatments, but after time felt something was missing and expanded her repertoire to include a line of wallpaper and fabric. Today she also sells limited-edition accessories like this incredibly chic weekender bag in Willow Camo made from high-grade waterproof fabric with vegan leather handles. Available at ashleylasseigne.com.

5. E. Lee Jahncke Mead has decades of experience in decorative finishes including wood graining and marbling, stenciling, gilding, plasters, Trompe L’oeil, Grisaille, and more. But here and there she also hand paints smaller items that can be found at local shops, like this charming tortoise clutch with a golden interior and chain included. Available at Judy, judyattherink.com.

BY KELLY MASSICOT /

Scott Pilié

Meteorologist, Online Creator

Meteorologist. TV Personality. Influencer. Today, our online content creators do, and have done, it all. If you add conservation activist to that list, you get local New Orleanian Scott Pilié. Pilié has been sharing is love of the Big Easy through social media for a few years now, but moving back home after COVID-19 gave the Crescent City native a newfound love for the city that raised him. Through his social media platforms, Pilié highlights the best of the city, while never steering too far away from his weather-related content, and now shares a deeper passion for conserving our coast through his work with Pontchartrain Conservancy. Whether at a bar or on a boat, Pilié uses his talent to amplify our culture to the world.

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like models and satellite trends and hurricane hunter observations. You want weather data, go to a weather forum. They’re still in existence today. They used to exist in 2002/2005, and so for all those big storms that we had that period, you know Isidor, Lily, Ivan, Katrina, we were all on these weather forums. And again, I was, like, eight years old or less. I was watching these weather forums and reporting on model changes and stuff. I’ve always loved weather.

Q: How did you get into meteorology? I call myself a weather junkie. Since a very young age, I was obsessed with weather, and my dad’s a geologist, so, not weather, but science adjacent. We would always go out to the lakefront and watch storms roll in. I’m also an encyclopedia for any tropical storms and hurricane; I can tell you the year. Did you know there’s these things called weather forums? Weather forum is basically where all the weather junkies unite. It is [for] meteorologists, atmospheric scientists, local weather weenies, people that are just fascinated with weather, or people that just want to stay up to date with like things

Q: Is it easy transition from TV meteorologist to influencer and content creator? I feel like I was molded, in a way, by TV. But you know what I always found interesting is that I started out at a lot of stations that were the last place station in the market, and I’ve always said that the brightest star can shine the brightest in the darkest places. What I mean by that is that some stations have this really big, kind of, grandfather power, where they’ve had lifelong viewership, people that are dedicated to watching their station, whereas, when I started out in my TV career in Lafayette, the station that I started at, started a week before I got there. I graduated college, and this TV station was launching, and that’s pretty new. They had zero followers. I had zero followers. I had one person that would watch my lives; that was my mom. I told myself that I could create not only my brand, but also piggyback and build a station’s brand and so wherever I’ve gone, from Lafayette to New Orleans to Atlanta, at the Weather Channel to back to New Orleans and now independent, I always relied on that notion that I am the brand. I’m also just helping to build up a station’s trustworthiness just by being me. That’s very important to recognize you are your own power. You have your own superpowers, and you can bring that and bring that life and that breath of fresh air into a news station just by being yourself.

Q: In addition to meteorology content, you get to do the fun stuff too. Is that an exciting change? It’s been the best thing ever. I can’t even describe to you how much fun that I’ve had doing all of the things that I’ve done, and it’s been a lot. I like to say that I work eight jobs, you know, because I really do. I started working at an environmental nonprofit, and I now work at Pontchartrain Conservancy part time. They do a lot of coastal restoration and wetland restoration and environmental advocacy. That is a huge part of me. I’ve always been obsessed with coastal land loss and the land loss crisis that we have here, and how can we fix that? This is something that impacts all of us. That’s a passion project for me. I love being that voice, because, when you have a brand and you have a voice and a platform, using that for good is very important. I also do social media lifestyle [content.] I started going to all of these incredible towns and cities that we have in Louisiana. We have so many that are hidden gems. My husband and I, when we hopped on social media [during the] pandemic, we started posting fun videos, just our day in the life of living in Louisiana, and that kind of inspired us to make that jump into more of like an independent realm.

Favorite Restaurant: Recently. I went to Zasu and it was incredible.

Favorite Festival: Festival of the Bonfires

Favorite thing to do in the city: Pick a neighborhood and go on a bar crawl.

True Confession: I want to be on “Survivor” so bad!

They protect cities. They keep us all safe from spring flooding from the Mississippi River. The Mississippi River is responsible for building all of Louisiana. You have to go way back in time for that to happen, but it’s responsible for building south Louisiana. Then we levied off the Mississippi River [and] funneled all this sediment that now just drops off into the Gulf. So now we don’t have any replenishment of the sediments in the wetlands. And the big goal of Mid-Barataria [Sediment Diversion Project] was to start this process of reconnecting the Mississippi River with the wetlands. At the surface, that sounds wonderful, right? Reconnect the tool that built the land, and now we can start building new land. What’s crazy is, we’re gaining land over by Morgan City and the Atchafalaya Basin, because the sediment is allowed to free flow right into that area. So this was very upsetting to a lot of coastal scientists, atmospheric scientists, basically any one that leads with science, because this was something that was backed and studied, and we knew over time that the Mississippi River could get back to doing its thing. It could start rebuilding, and not only rebuilding, replenishing the marshes that we still have. I feel like it does all tie in.

Q: Can you tell us about your work with conservation and Pontchartrain Conservancy? I think that leading with science is so important in all aspects. We have had a long period of time to now study and analyze why we are losing so much land at such a rapid rate. What’s scary, I think about it, is that it’s a lot of different issues: oil and gas, with all the canals that were dug through the ‘30s, ‘40s, ‘50s, all the way up into present time, started that real salt water intrusion into the wetlands. Then you had the levees that were built. Levees are great. We love levees.

I love that a lot of coastal restoration advocates have been very vocal about this, because we love dredging, right? Dredging is great. Dredging is the process of taking sand from the bottom of the Gulf floor and turning it again into tangible islands and barrier islands. But dredging is a short-term Band Aid. You get one storm, it can wipe out those dredged islands like that. You need both, and so my hope is that we get more projects. Maybe they’re not the big ones, right? Maybe they’re not Mid-Barataria, but maybe we get more small projects that start to refuel our swamps and wetlands, because this is our livelihood.

I’m with Stupid

From mayonnaise to mynez

We got the Boomers, Gen X, Generation Z and all them others.

I been personally thinking this here generation needs to be called the Stupid Generation. I got a lot of reasons for this, but for one example, this summer my son Gargoyle, who happens to be in law school no less, claimed this car was broke, and it took his grandma, my mother-in-law Ms. Larda, to prove to him he was just out of gas.

Now he’s back at LSU, and my daughter Gladiola is driving to classes over at UNO in this same car, which we call Bubba the Car. And already, I got a call from her. “Bubba’s broke down,” she tells me. Her too? I say “Does Bubba have gas?”

“The gauge says it’s empty, but I just used my own money to get it filled the day before yesterday.”

Weird, I think. Maybe the tank has a leak?

A little background — this car used to be my mother-in-law Ms. Larda’s. She passed it to her son Lurch, who named it Bubba and drove it pretty hard. This summer my son Gargoyle used it to get to his summer job at McDonald’s, but he didn’t think it would make it back to Baton Rouge, where he goes to law school, so now it takes Gladiola back and forth to UNO.

“And I take good care of it,” she is saying. “I never turn off the motor. Never!”

“Except when you get out of it…” I say. “Not even then! I let it run all the time, even when I’m in class. Then it’s all cool when I get in,” she says, sounding proud.

So, she’s basically driven poor Bubba nonstop for two days.

I tell her to take the bus home.

I call up Ms. Larda to tell her about it. I am worried about this generation. How stupid can they get? She says, “Mmm, mmm,” sympathetically. Then I tell her I got to run — literally, since I got no car — to pick up something for supper, as soon as I find my phone. “I don’t know where I put it,” I tell her. “It’s not by my bed, not in my purse…”

“Look at your ear,” says Ms. Larda. “You’re talking on it.”

Oh.

When I get to the grocery, I push my sunglasses on top of my head and take my regular glasses and put them on. I forget about the sunglasses. When I go to leave, I push on the pull door. Eventually I get home. It’s hot out and I feel sweaty, so I go in the bathroom and wash under my arms and dab on a couple swipes from my jar of deodorant. My gentleman friend Lust stops by to say he’ll be working late. I give him a kiss and he says I smell delicious.

I tell him about Gladiola’s problem with Bubba. “Don’t this girl make straight A’s in school,” he asks. “Isn’t she an honor student?” I say yes.

“Maybe she needs a chauffeur,” he says.

“She’s got one. The bus driver,” I tell him. Then I start boiling the spaghetti. The steam fogs up my glasses, so I push them on top my head. Gladiola finally walks in, grumbling about the bus ride, but she still comes over and gives me a kiss on the cheek. “Ma? You smell like mynez,” she says. “It’s pronounced ‘mayonnaise,’” I say. “‘Mynez’ means ‘my nose’ in French.”

She goes into the bathroom and comes out. “Ma, did you use my may-o-naise face mask?” she asks me. “The jar is open on the counter.” Ohh. My deodorant comes in a little jar and so does her face mask. And I don’t have my glasses on.

So when I come out the bathroom, with the mayonnaise washed off and the deodorant put on, I tell her to sit down.

“As soon as I find my glasses, I want to have a talk,” I say.

“Which glasses you want? There are two pair on top your head,” she tells me.

“Thank you,” I say, very dignified.

I guess that talk will have to wait.

Singing the Blues

Turning breakups into ballads

It’s fitting that as I go to write about jazz vocalist Indys Blu, thunder roars outside of The Bean Gallery on North Carrollton Avenue. Like a rainy day in New Orleans, Indys Blu’s sound is soulful, classic, gloomy, romantic and could easily be the muse for a painting.

The 22-year-old music artist, born as Sydni Osborne, pivoted from creating R&B to jazz music this year. Raised by a painter father, she remembers him listening to an eclectic range of artists while working in the studio, like Blossom Dearie, Alanis Morissette, Kate Nash, Ingrid Michaelson and Colbie Caillat.

Her openness to various genres of music and art led her to become the jazz-singing, ukulele and guitarplaying creative she is today.

“If I don’t get creative, I get bored,” Osborne said. “I’m constantly doing stuff to color my soul.”

If you couldn’t tell by her artist name, Indys Blu’s favorite color is blue. She has a blue room, a guitar and occasionally dyes her dog blue. Her bold-hued hairstyles, gauged earlobes, face piercings and tattoos are a stark contrast from her soft, breathy and songbird-like voice.

She released her latest album, “Same Conversations,” in 2022, a

seven-track collection of songs themed around breakups, having the same conversations with your romantic partner and feeling stuck in a loop.

Since then, she has released an emotional single each year, peering into the ups and downs of her love life. In her 2025 song “Saddest Song,” she sings about ending a relationship with someone after their actions didn’t match their words. She felt empty after the breakup and all she had left to show for their time together was the “saddest song,” she tells me during our interview. When asked if singing about her exes and painful experiences from the past ever brings her down, she says no.

“Once I write a song, I kind of lose the feeling, because the writing process is my outlet,” Osborne

said. “I’m channeling the energy of everybody in the crowd that has experienced it or gone through it, so that I can sing for them.”

As she prepares for her first album release in three years, she is challenging herself to write songs based on fictional scenarios and not just personal experiences. Since her last album, she says she has gotten closer to her authentic sound instead of singing what she thinks people want to hear or what is trendy.

“I do find having a soft, slow pace of music within my generation is a little bit hard because rap, R&B, and bounce are the main music that is advertised in New Orleans club settings and videos,” Osborne said. “I’ve been sticking to what’s real to me and have been finding my people along the way.”

Must-see performances this month

September 5

Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears at Tipitina’s at 9 p.m. tipitinas.com

September 19

Santigold at House of Blues at 9 p.m. houseofblues.com

September 20

Soul Sister’s 19th Annual Birthday Jam: A Tribute to The GAP Band with The Nth Power at Tipitina’s at 9 p.m. tipitinas. com

September 21

Destin Conrad Love on Digital Tour at House of Blues at 8 p.m. houseofblues.com

September 23

Alabama Shakes with special guest Concurrence at the Saenger Theatre at 8 p.m. saengernola. com

September 23

Hozier at Smoothie King Center at 7:30 p.m. smoothiekingcenter.com

September 25

Malcolm Todd at the Fillmore New Orleans at 7 p.m. thefillmorenola. com

The Orleans Ballroom, known as the old “Quadroon Ballroom,” seen here undergoing renovations in 1964, has had an iconic but questionable role in the city’s highly romanticized Antebellum history. Located on Orleans between Royal and Bourbon Streets in the shadow of the St. Louis Cathedral, the venerable early 19th century building was once an elegant ballroom, later a temporary home for the state legislature, and finally a convent, orphanage, high school and, today, the Bourbon Orleans Hotel.

It all began back in the early 1820s when the entrepreneur-owner of the then popular Théâtre d’Orleans at the corner of Bourbon and Orleans built the ballroom as an extension to his theater. Early historians described the ballroom’s façade as “unimposing.” The interior, however, was another matter. The prolific 1930s novelist, journalist and historian Herbert Asbury described the building’s lush furnishings in his 1936 history “The French Quarter.”

and tour guides. According to the 1938 WPA Guide to New Orleans, 19th and early 20th century writers and historians Charles Gayarré, George Washington Cable, Grace King and others described the ballroom as the site for pre-Civil War mixed race “quadroon” balls. But not all historians agreed. New Orleans journalist and historian Stanley Arthur, the guide continued, refuted those romanticized stories. It was, he claimed, a popular venue but never for quadroon balls.

Orleans Ball Room, 717

Orleans St., 1964, Library of Congress

“Inside,” wrote Asbury, channeling earlier historians, “the structure was elaborately decorated with crystal chandeliers, costly paintings and statuary, and inlays and paneling of fine woods. In the rear of the ballroom was a wide stairway leading to a flagged courtyard where wines and cordials were served on festive occasions…The principal feature of the building, however, was the ballroom itself — a long, gaudily ornamented chamber with lofty ceiling, balconies which overlooked the gardens in the rear of the St. Louis Cathedral, and a floor constructed of three thicknesses of cypress topped by a layer of quarter-sawed oak. At the time it was regarded as the finest dance-floor in the United States.”

For years, the ballroom has been a popular subject among historians

Then along came 1881 and an interesting twist in history when prominent Black philanthropist Thomy Lafon purchased the ballroom and theater and donated them to the Sisters of the Holy Family, a locally founded order of Black nuns. A few years after they moved into their new convent, the theater burned to the ground. Not to be deterred, the nuns built on the burned-out site an orphanage, which later became a high school for Black female students. Times changed, however. By the early 1960s, Bourbon Street’s popular “sin city” entertainment environment had become an incongruous place for a convent and girls’ high school. In 1964 the nuns sold the property to developers who sought to build a hotel on the site. After a long battle with the City Council, the Vieux Carré Commission and preservationists, the developers received permission to demolish the high school to make way for the Bourbon Orleans Hotel, which opened in 1966. They also agreed to restore the old Orleans Ballroom to its former glory.

As to the Sisters of the Holy Family, in 1965 the nuns moved their convent and St. Mary’s Academy High School to their new location on Chef Menteur Highway where they continue to this day.

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Sport coat, Coppley; dress shirt, David Donahue; tie, Perlis; trousers, Ballin; all available at Perlis. perlis.com

Overshirt, Canali; knitted polo, Fedeli; jeans, Jacob Cöhen; boots, Santoni; all available at Rubensteins. rubensteinsneworleans.com

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GET YOUR MOVE ON!

MOVING IS A HASSLE, BUT IF YOU PLAN, PREP AND PURGE LIKE A PRO, IT’S LESS OF ONE.

BY MELANIE WARNER SPENCER ILLUSTRATION

BY AMBER DAY

TThere’s a saying that goes something like, “if you want something done, ask a busy woman” and in that spirit I offer, “if you want top-notch moving tips, ask a woman who has moved many, many times.” It’s not as catchy, but you get the gist. In my friend group, I’m that woman. Last year marked move number 35 (if you include childhood and annual college move-ins and moveouts, which I do). On the one hand, what an adventure! On the other, y’all, I’m so tired. As much as I’d love to tell you my moving days are behind me, I know better, mainly because we are planning to move again in a few months due to our current place being interim at the outset for various uninteresting reasons. Thankfully this will be an in-town move. As opposed to the five interstate moves we’ve made. Four of our moves have centered on moving in, around, out of and back into New Orleans, so I’m familiar with the moving considerations specific to the Crescent City, such as: don’t move on a parade day (which we learned the hard way) or during any other citywide event; and confirm if your neighborhood is portable moving container approved before renting one (think PODS, those big storage containers parked on the street, whisked away once full or delivered to your preferred location), because some streets are too narrow. If you like that advice and you too plan to move — whether it’s soon or someday — what follows are my top tips, plus a little expert input.

Prep and Purge

There have been times when I’ve had months to prepare for a move and times when I had only a few weeks. Either way, and no matter how short or far the move, it pays to prepare and purge.

The day you confirm you are indeed moving, put an empty box by your door and start filling it with things to give away or donate. Start immediately decluttering and otherwise getting rid of anything you don’t love or need. The Marie Kondo “spark joy” method is great, but I often ask: Do I need or love this enough to pack it and haul it 3 (or 3,000 miles)? If the answer is no, put it in your giveaway/donate box. When friends come by, encourage them to go through the box and take anything they want. Donate items that don’t get got. When the box is full, take it immediately to Goodwill, Salvation Army or your favorite place to donate. If you are as ruthless as I encourage you to be, you will do this many times before your move.

It’s also smart to start using up whatever is in your freezer, begin clearing out the refrigerator and as you cook each day, toss old spices and expired canned goods from the pantry. Moving that spice blend set you got four Christmases ago is a waste of time and valuable packing space. Just say no.

I’ll start packing costumes, decorations and art at this stage as well, since those are items that we aren’t actively “using,” per se. This is a low-effort way to make a little progress in the early days of the moving process.

Prep can also look like everything from creating a to-do list (we love a list!) to scheduling movers or — if you are the DIY sort — booking the rental truck, and buying or collecting boxes (U-Haul and Home Depot are great for the former and Freecycle New Orleans, a local Buy Nothing group, as well as asking for boxes at grocery and liquor stores are great for the latter) to creating your room-to-room packing schedule. For our last two New Orleans moves, we’ve worked with our friend Francesca Brennan, ENGEL&VÖLKERS license partner and real estate advisor. As many times as we’ve moved, we’ve learned a thing or two from Brennan’s advice, assistance and professional recommendations, so I asked her for her best moving pointers.

“Chat with a few movers weeks if not months before your desired move,” suggests Brennan. “Good movers book up especially around university move in/move out season.” (This is your cue to add spring and fall semester start and ending dates to aforementioned parades and citywide events.)

For help purging and organizing, Brennan says, call the Occasional Wife. “Kay Morrison, the owner, is amazing,” says Brennan. “So many clients have come back to me and said their services were a true godsend. I also send people to Side Haul for estate sales. Melissa Wogan works very hard to get her clients move-ready. She has an amazing eye and can help relieve clients of pieces they don’t need to take with them to their next home. Plus her estate sales are super fun.”

Three moves ago, Brennan hooked us up with an incredible moving company. It was a side-hustle for the owner and has since closed, but her new go-to is Moving Nola. “John Semmes is the owner and extremely responsive, reasonably priced and very knowledgeable about the local landscape and how to navigate the city — literally and figuratively,” says Brennan. This is inside baseball, y’all. Write it down.

Work Your Plan

If you have a month or more as your timeline at around four weeks out, complete and submit your U.S. Post Office change of address form. This can be done online within minutes. Consider making address changes with businesses and services at this time as well. If you have home delivery of newspapers, subscription boxes (hello, Chewy!) or any other timed monthly deliveries, include those in your changes of address. Be sure to confirm your movers now as well, and don’t forget to schedule vacation time, ideally a few days before and after the move. If you have small children, consider booking a sitter for move day.

For pet owners, remember that moving can be distressing, so plan ways to minimize stress via pet daycare or sending your pet at a friend’s or family member’s house for the day, if that’s an option. Otherwise, designate a pet room at your current place and one at the new place (we often go with the bathroom since it’s small) and keep your fur baby there during the move-in and move-out. Set this space up as a refuge with food and water, bed, toys, litter box, a noise machine to cut out moving racket and anything else that you think will alleviate stress and help your pet feel as safe and comfortable as possible.

Much like a hurricane evacuation, set aside a box or container for important paperwork, small, but precious heirlooms and fine jewelry. Plan to transport this yourself, or if mailing, have it tracked and insured. Be sure to photograph furniture and large and, or expensive items noting pre-move dings or damage. This will be invaluable if anything is lost or damaged during the move.

Don’t forget to schedule utilities shut off at your old place and turn on at your new place. It’s fine to do this two weeks out, but personally I like to do it closer to a month from move day. Give yourself an overlap day or two at the old place for cleanup. If you are hiring cleaners, schedule them at this time, too.

Pack it Up

Ideally, you’ll have packed art, decorative items and costume closet before now, so the real packing begins at two weeks prior moving day. Commit to packing a box or two each day. We like to pick a “staging room” which is usually the dining room, because we can live without it for a week, but if you have a spare room or even simply the corner of a low-use room that’s good, too. This is where you’ll store each box after it’s packed up. A “staging room” or area saves you from at least some of the visual chaos that comes with moving. A day or two before move day, we like to move every box from the staging room into whatever room is closest to the door. It makes moving day go a lot faster.

My No. 1 tip for you at this juncture is: Dig out your suitcases and set them aside until moving day. Then pick out the clothing, shoes, linens, toiletries and cleaning supplies you need for the next 14 days and set them aside. Launder as needed during packing week rather than “over pack.” Include not only what you’ll need for work that week, but also what you’ll wear during the packing and moving (read things that will probably get sweaty). I also like to pack a “go-bag” with a French press or small coffee maker, tea kettle if you’re bringing French press or you are a tea drinker, coffee grounds or tea bags, coffee cups, small cutting board, knife, two plates, two bowls, two drinking glasses, dish soap, dish sponge or cloth, tea towel and paper towels. The first night in our new place, we hit the grocery store and grab everything we need for a cheese and charcuterie dinner and croissants for the next morning. It makes the first night and morning a little less like drudgery and more like vacation. If you have more people in your household, consider more tableware or paper plates and disposable tableware.

Next, pack up your closets (all of them), plus under the kitchen and bathroom sinks. There is always more in those spaces than you think. Trust me it is worth it to not be dealing with the black hole known as your kitchen supply closet the day before your move.

I’m giving this tip its own paragraph break, because it’s that important: Label every box with the room it’s supposed to go in and a list of the items in the box. Be as detailed with your list as space will allow. I have never regretted doing this and it’s worth the one minute it takes to jot the list on the box. You’ll save so much time if you don’t have to rummage through box after box in search of the sauce pan or bathroom caddy or what have you.

If you are capable of declaring condiment bankruptcy and starting over in your new home, go for it. I personally cannot bring myself to do this, because I’m either too frugal or too cheap. If you are like this, too, one day before the move plan to get ice, load a cooler with the condiments you want to take, toss what you don’t and clean out the fridge. This is also not something you’ll want to be doing the day of the move. If the freezer needs to be defrosted, you’ll want to defrost about a week out.

Your goal is to be done with packing the day of the move. As in: Literally everything is packed and every box is sealed. No random bits and pieces are on countertops or in a closet. The only exception here is maybe a broom and dustpan, because that final floor sweep after everything is out is so very satisfying.

The Time is Now!

It’s moving day and if you’ve planned well and packed well, today is simply about getting everything you own out of the old place and into the new place. Make sure you have a cooler filled to the brim with ice and bottled water. Also, have an easy breakfast on hand (think breakfast tacos or egg biscuits) and plan to have pizza or sandwiches delivered around noon or 1 p.m. at (presumably) your new residence. Set an alarm or reminder on your phone to call the order in at 11 a.m. If you hired movers, don’t forget to have cash on-hand for tipping. Also, plan for enough food and water for them, as well as any helper friends and family. On a hot day, ice packs can help cool everyone down. Last but not least, and this is not only moving day advice, but also life advice: Take frequent breaks, deep breathe often and ask for help moving heavy objects.

Top Real Estate 2025

Buying a house is more than just a purchase; it’s about finding the right place that you can call home. Connecting with the right professionals to make your dream a reality is a big step in one of the most important decisions you will make. New Orleans Magazine turned to the Michigan-based firm of Professional Research Services to provide us with a survey of the top real estate agents, teams and mortgage providers. According to

TOP AGENTS

CHALMETTE

Amanda Miller

Amanda Miller Realty

300 W. Judge Perez Dr. Suite A 504-302-4610

COVINGTON

Samuel Benson

1 Percent Lists

123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 504-427-8601

Grant Clayton

1 Percent Lists

123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 504-875-6599

Melinda Dahmer

Compass

806 S. Tyler St. 504-421-6755

Lisa Greenleaf Compass

806 S. Tyler St. 985-966-5472

Image Hasselbeck Community Real Estate 15153 Arleen Normand Dr. 985-966-3951

Suzette Hubbell Compass 806 S. Tyler St. 985-249-1151

Monica Koeppel Compass 806 S. Tyler St. 504-261-8975

Susie Malloy HomeSmart Realty South 522 N. New Hampshire Dr. Suite 5 504-250-1462

Stephanie Mascaro

1 Percent Lists 123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 985-664-0060

Lisa Nunez HomeSmart Realty South 522 N. New Hampshire Dr. Suite 5 985-788-6270

Sabrina V. Pierre Compass 806 S. Tyler St. 985-789-6660

Diane Rohr Compass 806 S. Tyler St. 504-234-1166

a PRS statement this list includes the top 5 to 10 percent of residential agents and teams based on their total sales for a 12-month period. Mortgage providers are listed based on peer nominations. Those agents, according to PRS, are rated as “highly recommended” by New Orleans realtors. Inclusion in the list is based solely upon merit, with no commercial relationship to the listings, and listings cannot be purchased.

Jarred Tolar 1 Percent Lists 123 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2C 504-875-1378

DESTREHAN

Amy Barrios Compass 3 Riverbriar Ct. 504-874-7819

Monique Gros Compass 3 Riverbriar Ct. 504-460-4948

Dawn Morales Compass 3 Riverbriar Ct. 504-495-1109

GRETNA Joyce Guidroz Keller Williams Realty 1601 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite 101 504-390-7651

Danny Trosclair HomeSmart Realty South 1700 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite B-220 504-908-2426

Jeannie Wildey HomeSmart Realty South 1700 Belle Chasse Hwy. Suite B-220 504-908-0555

HAMMOND Rebekah Bordelon Keller Williams Realty Services 710 SW Railroad Ave. Suite C 504-352-9125

Marlene Coats Keller Williams Realty Services 201 NW Railroad Ave. 985-974-7786

Brent Drude Coldwell Banker TEC 42299 Perricone Dr. 985-507-9447

Shawn Fox Keller Williams Realty Services 710 SW Railroad Ave. Suite C 985-507-7368

Katie Huguet Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 208 E. Thomas St. 225-603-8377

Stephanie N. McKeough Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 208 E. Thomas St. 985-373-2155

Katelyn Pfister Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 208 E. Thomas St. 985-351-6463

Jamie Vicaro

Keller Williams Realty Services 201 NW Railroad Ave. 985-634-8444

KENNER

Bianca Bonilla Compass 2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 130 504-339-3182

LAPLACE

Jennifer Lacoste

Keller Williams Realty 1-888-3515111, LLC 117 Belle Terre Blvd. 985-373-4927

MADISONVILLE

Stacia LaMulle

1 Percent Lists

Premier 596 Blue Heron Ln. 985-778-1995

Carolyn Mahl

1 Percent Lists

Premier 596 Blue Heron Ln. 985-687-7593

MANDEVILLE

Susan Ameen

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-481-8255

Lynnette Boudet

Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-773-8414

Louise Brady Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-951-9328

Dale Julian Burks

Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-640-4549

Glenn Butler

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-215-4697

Lori Jean Campbell

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors - Liuzza Realty Group 1121 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-807-4023

Karl Cavaretta Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-264-3170

Manly Cazedessus

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-722-6622

Jeanne Comeaux Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-231-8987

Patricia Conaghan RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 504-343-0167

KaCey Conklin

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-234-4792

Julie Cook Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 504-430-6310

Gillis Cure, III

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-315-0333

Christine Curtis NOLA Living Realty 800 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 1A, Floor 1 985-966-2917

Theresa Eschete Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-807-5478

Aimee Felder RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-966-4736

Mallory Goorley Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-249-1605

Michelle Grubbs Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-554-1718

Karen Guerra Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-259-0277

Lori Hahn

Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-577-8888

Sonnie Harmon

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-301-7606

Megan Helwick

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-453-4665

Yvonne Hulsey

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-969-5058

Charlotte “CeeJay” Johnson

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-205-2770

Lindsay Keen

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 228-243-8201

Kimberly Lambert

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-439-9447

Bronwyn LandPlanchard

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-717-6757

Patrice LaRocca

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-727-7102

Sharon Latino

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-452-1208

Joann Lawson Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 1121 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-237-7020

Vince Liuzza

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors - Liuzza Realty Group 1121 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-237-9634

Gina Lupo

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-264-0837

Tonita Powell Mack

RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-969-5953

Vail Manfre RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 504-452-0058

Joette Mayeux RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 504-616-8997

Patsy Miller Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-590-2345

Natalie Monteleone

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-388-2412

Elise Muller Mills

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-237-9055

Melissa Mullis RE/MAX Alliance 625 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite C 985-629-1705

Daniel Munn

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-908-7572

Anthony Neeson

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-507-0076

Allison Panter

Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 303-709-7444

Todd Pichon

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-710-1018

Bridgette Raimer

Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-630-2223

Cindi Raymond Coldwell Banker

TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-966-1844

Donna Ribbeck

Keller Williams

Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-320-8395

Bella Roberts

Keller Williams

Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-515-4161

Tiffani Robin Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-339-6999

Robert Santopadre Jr. Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-236-0284

Jennifer SchaffMutter Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-966-2813

Kristen Simpson

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-343-8238

Gayle Sisk Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-236-6544

Diana Stanley Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-373-6575

Carolyn Talbert

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-330-0901

Kiley Thiel

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-705-2700

Tabitha Tillis

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-969-0440

Laura Toney

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-400-3397

Carol UptonSieverding Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-630-5748

Allison Vencil Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-400-4141

Kelly Waltemath

Wall

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 504-236-8587

Richard Watson, Jr.

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-264-9815

Shannon WellsGuidry Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-318-2615

Elizabeth Westervelt Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 1121 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-400-8717

Tammy Whitehead Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-502-1459

Lyndsey Whitmer

Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-373-3178

Sherrie Ybarzabal Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach 985-517-1255

METAIRIE Coniece

Allen-Brown HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-782-2470

Re Re Avegno Re/Max Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-236-6965

Frank Barrett Re/Max Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-258-0375

Roger Belsome Re/Max Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-913-1031

Tony Bertucci NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-952-SOLD

Frank Boehm, IV Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-669-3318

Tom Bookhardt United Real Estate Partners 3330 Veterans Blvd. Suite C 504-305-4930

Chastity Bosch NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-234-1430

Karen Bradford HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-722-9912

Amy Burke Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3197 Richland Ave. 504-234-3001

Norma Cannizzaro Re/Max Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-914-4222

Christopher Cazenave Mirambell Realty 3232 Metairie Rd. 504-296-3812

Donna Chandler

Re/Max Affiliates

671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100

504-669-4677

Mary Danna

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350

504-517-6533

Josie DeGrusha

Re/Max Affiliates

671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100

504-442-0778

Sandra Devia

Re/Max Affiliates

671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100

504-388-8610

Mary Dominach Mirambell Realty

3232 Metairie Rd. 504-232-7782

Brandy Dufrene

Re/Max Affiliates

671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100

504-330-2963

Tracey Duplantis

HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-813-3677

Sandy W. Duplessis

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-756-7136

Robin Durel

Re/Max Affiliates

671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100

504-577-4943

Polly Eagan

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-452-3571

Brittany English Mirambell Realty 3232 Metairie Rd. 504-982-5585

Debbie Ferrante

Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-888-4585

Raisa Galper

Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-610-7415

Ansley Garibaldi

NOLA Property

Collective 3925 N. I-10

Service Rd. Suite 215 504-606-6142

Jessica Gorman

NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-451-9709

Sandra Green Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-259-8107

Eric Hernandez NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-301-9757

Wendy Hinyub

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-559-4808

Jessica Jambon

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-512-6800

Christina King Noto

NOLA Living Realty

3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-343-5448

Danielle Korndorffer NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-250-1610

Michael Lester Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-559-4652

Laurie Lionnet Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-462-9376

Maya Madison

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-517-6292

Dawn MentelKoster

HomeSmart Realty

South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-450-0023

Ashley Merritt Coldwell Banker TEC 3620 Hessmer Ave. 513-293-5070

Siobhan Michel Re/Max Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-247-2824

Stephanie Milano

HomeSmart Realty

South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-813-7628

Nycholl Miller NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 817-776-1439

Lynn Morgan Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3197 Richland Ave. 504-473-8320

Shannon Nash Re/Max Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-421-0197

Joy Naylon Re/Max Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-616-7455

Stephen Nguyen

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-296-7722

Taly Noronha NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 985-222-9191

Cindy Pacaccio Re/Max Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-259-3731

Connie Quave

HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-430-9817

Blake Quinlivan NOLA Living Realty

3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-810-9469

Alyssa Quinn Mirambell Realty 3232 Metairie Rd. 504-919-8704

Luis Ernesto

Ramos

Gulf South International, Mi Bonita Casa 4051 Veterans Blvd. Suite 308 504-400-9899

Sara Richards Mirambell Realty 3232 Metairie Rd. 504-231-2736

Melissa Richoux NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 985-807-9015

Erin Rotolo Re/Max Affiliates 671 Rosa Ave. Suite 100 504-228-3085

Michelle Rousse Mirambell Realty 3232 Metairie Rd. 504-952-2742

Debby D’Amico Royerre NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-577-3731

Christopher Russell Innovation Realty 3939 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 308 504-228-4622

Lindy Schexnayder NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-650-3646

Robyn Schmitt HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-236-1144

Al Sidhom

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-319-7428

Michelle Soliman Mirambell Realty 3232 Metairie Rd. 504-327-0888

Monika Sood NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-505-1881

Eric Stephens Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-616-3676

Lauren Sutton Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3197 Richland Ave. 504-858-6881

Blaine Tatje Forte Realty 3005 Harvard Ave. Suite 200 504-276-2668

Julie Tomlinson NOLA Living Realty 3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-415-3186

Niki Tripi Coldwell Banker TEC 3620 Hessmer Ave. 504-975-6454

Judy Walker Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-251-4142

Carmen Waring Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-913-4487

Gina Winters Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-234-7815

NEW ORLEANS

Sarah Ackerman RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-616-3181

Christopher Aguglia Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-250-0335

Gary V. Anderson FQR Realtors 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-894-4586

Sasha Area McEnery

Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-418-1575

Sarah T. Aucoin Coldwell Banker TEC 4500 Magazine St. 504-704-9192

Kari Ayala New Orleans Property Services 2801 St. Charles Ave. Suite 111B 504-473-5969

Glennda Bach Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-583-2792

Barbara Bedestani Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-606-5445

Mat S. Berenson Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-232-1352

Sissy Blewster Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-339-9740

Adrienne Boasso RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 985-373-4400

Maria Borgognoni Compass 7934 Maple St. 504-655-6585

Kat Bosio Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-756-2088

Jeanne Boughton RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-669-4773

Scott Brannon Compass 3001 General De Gaulle Dr. Suite B 504-908-2543

Rana Cabeceiras Compass 7934 Maple St. 504-415-3638

Stacie Carubba Athena Real Estate 425 Harrison Ave. Suite 1200 504-434-7653

Patrick Christovich McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Doug Cloninger Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-330-6223

Lauren Collignon Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-408-1995

Julie Comarda McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Debra Counce Compass 2734 Prytania St. 504-430-7663

Mary Cullen RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-339-3465

David Dao Compass 3001 General De Gaulle Dr. Suite B 504-231-4786

Kim Davis Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 4018 Magazine St. 504-544-2282

Terrence Davis Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-450-9003

Sean Delancy Crescent Sotheby’s International Realty 215 N. Columbia St. 985-590-0195

Lynda DePanicis Shelnutt Real Estate 720 St. Louis St. Unit 3 504-583-8207

Lito Dominguez Compass 3001 General De Gaulle Dr. Suite B 504-657-8015

Charlotte Dorion Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 4018 Magazine St. 504-237-8615

Jeffrey Doussan

Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-236-0222

Nathalie Dubois Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 4018 Magazine St. 504-610-0679

Carmen Duncan RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-452-6439

Beth Dunkenberger Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-756-1529

Helga Eisele Coldwell Banker TEC 4500 Magazine St. 504-782-3390

David Ernst

Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-655-8304

Andrew Evans Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 410-310-2380

Philip Ewbank Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-335-7481

Eleanor Farnsworth Compass 2727 Prytania St. Suite 15 504-669-0211

Darla Fisackerly Compass 2734 Prytania St. 504-281-7201

Terry Fitzsimmons Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 4018 Magazine St. 985-687-4588

Clare Folson McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Gabriella Francescon Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-909-4435

Jacob Freedman FQR Realtors 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-603-6577

Lisa Fury Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-957-2422

Britt Galloway

Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-250-4122

Christian Galvin

Christian Shane Properties 2125 Saint Charles Ave. 504-252-0455

Andrew Grafe FQR Realtors 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-529-9559

Caroline Graham Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 859-492-7631

Anthony Grosch Compass 3001 General De Gaulle Dr. Suite B 504-339-5292

Ken Hamrick Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-628-5428

Gracie Hansel Compass 2734 Prytania St. 504-444-5088

Erin Hardy Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-432-7928

John Hendrix Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-202-6736

Stephanie Henne Athena Real Estate 425 Harrison Ave. Suite 1200 504-858-7462

Jane Hicks Compass 3001 General De Gaulle Dr. Suite B 504-439-1601

Erin Hubert Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-218-6071

Jamie Hughes Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-913-0597

Lana Hunt

Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 225-933-6459

George Jeansonne FQR Realtors 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-616-0990

Kim Jones Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-913-6572

Rachael Kansas RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-220-9941

Tricia King Compass 7934 Maple St. 504-722-7640

Patrick Knudsen Compass 840 Elysian Fields Ave. 504-858-0623

Clint LaCour Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-419-8395

Haj Langford RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-261-0282

Shelley Lawrence Compass 840 Elysian Fields Ave. 504-813-8466

Gary Lazarus RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-382-2603

Ricky Lemann Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 4018 Magazine St. 504-460-6340

Micah Loewenthal Compass 840 Elysian Fields Ave. 225-205-8552

Blair Mahaffey

Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 225-335-8262

Jonathan Maki

McEnery

Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Caroline Mang Compass 2734 Prytania St. 504-251-0385

Gary Marshall Compass

3001 General De Gaulle Dr. Suite B 504-388-1136

Elizabeth McNulty Compass 7934 Maple St. 504-908-0289

Jes MenesArmitage Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-605-8800

Anna Mixon McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Tracey Moore Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-352-3303

Bonnie J. Morel Compass 3001 General De Gaulle Dr. Suite B 504-912-9997

Emilie Riser Moseley McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Megan Nelson RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-957-4497

Ashley Nesser Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-458-3536

Jennifer Nierman Compass 7934 Maple St. 504-239-0058

Eileen Nolan Compass 840 Elysian Fields Ave. 504-495-2905

Leslie Perrin Compass 7934 Maple St. 504-722-5820

Jansen Petagna FQR Realtors 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-621-9443

Lesley Poché McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-259-2561

Kim Rafferty Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-616-8451

Kay Randels Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-451-8537

Brett A. Rector Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 504-453-2277

Karon Reese Reese & Co. Real Estate 2042 Magazine St. 504-400-8558

Harriet Reynolds Compass 3001 General De Gaulle Dr. Suite B 504-319-7788

Kelleye Rhein Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-975-0649

Steve Richards Compass 840 Elysian Fields Ave. 504-258-1800

Blake Andrew Rose Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 606 Harrison Ave. 504-945-5522

Letty Rosenfeld Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-236-6834

Susan Saia RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-957-7504

Ellie Sanders McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-615-0151

Michelle Sartor Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-723-8057

MJ Sauer Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-251-3045

Jonathan Schmitt Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-512-9220

Lara Schultz Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-338-2587

Doris Schutte Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-281-3685

Lori Scott Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-975-1690

Tina Scott Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-450-1114

Kelly Serio Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 606 Harrison Ave. 504-458-1609

Lisa Shedlock FQR Realtors 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-330-8233

Joycelyn Simmons Coldwell Banker TEC 3505 Behrman Place 985-713-3249

Chris Smith Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-231-2004

Alton Smith RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-264-4511

Lauren Smith Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-491-3488

Margaret Stewart Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-616-4154

Cody Stringer Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-655-5577

Amberly Stuart Compass 7934 Maple St. 504-444-8035

Michael Styles Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-777-1773

Lazaro Suarez Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-251-5302

Sissy Sullivan RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-858-8140

Brent Talavera McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 228-861-2623

Nichell Thompson Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-261-5182

Ninh Tran Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-475-6675

Chris Turgeon Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 4018 Magazine St. 504-202-0777

Robert Van Meter Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 606 Harrison Ave. 504-906-1146

Michael Verderosa Compass 840 Elysian Fields Ave. 504-442-5277

Joey Walker Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-610-5637

Josh Walther Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 504-717-5612

Lane Washburn Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-909-0824

Rebecca Waxman McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Jeri Wheeler Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-232-0255

Perrine Whipple

Keller Williams Realty New Orleans 8601 Leake Ave. 504-460-7034

Michael Wilkinson FQR Realtors 1041 Esplanade Ave. 504-491-0484

Katie Witry Witry Collective 1239 Baronne St. 504-919-8585

Ashley Wood RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-884-8461

Jill Wren RE/MAX N.O. Properties 8001 Maple St. 504-717-7727

Kelli Wright Compass 200 Broadway St. Suite 142 504-613-7902

Arnold Yoo McEnery Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Michael Zarou Compass 2734 Prytania St. 504-913-2872

PARADIS

Janina Kinler Kinler Bellew Realty 545 Hwy. 306 985-331-9898

SLIDELL

Trish Bennett Compass

1400 Gause Blvd. 985-707-5035

Peggy Newcomb Compass

1400 Gause Blvd. 985-707-6414

Leila Perez

Leila Perez Realty 636 Gause Blvd. Suite 204 985-422-8068

Penny Stettinius Compass 1400 Gause Blvd. 601-273-6565

TEAMS

BELLE CHASSE

The Bonnie Buras Team Coldwell Banker

TEC

9526 Hwy. 23 504-392-0022

COVINGTON McNeely Mack Properties

Compass 328 N. Columbia St. 985-626-5695

The W Group Real Estate Team Keller Williams Redstick Partners 122 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite 2 225-777-9995

DESTREHAN Meyers Team Compass 3 Riverbriar Ct. 504-559-4046

Real Estate Real Simple Compass 3 Riverbriar Ct. 504-346-1500

The Benedetto Power Team Compass 3 Riverbriar Ct. 985-725-3023

The Edler Group Compass 3 Riverbriar Ct. 504-939-1693; 504-496-2433

HAMMOND The Exnicios Group Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 208 E. Thomas St. 985-402-1322

HOUMA

Kelli Guidry & Associates Real Broker 2043 Coteau Rd. Suite V308 985-262-9097

KENNER The Loup Group Compass 2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 130 504-443-6464

MANDEVILLE Black Arc Luxury Team

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 1121 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-249-9154

Darlene Gurievsky Family Team

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 1121 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-674-7653

Felicity Kahn & Associates

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, Realtors 1321 W. Causeway Approach 504-723-4320

M&M Residential McEnery Residential 170 Moores Rd. 504-312-8232

The Chip Gardner and Herbert Dubuisson Group Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-236-3891

The Jim Lark Team Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-669-7413

The Mysing and Williams Team Compass 1151 N. Causeway Blvd. 985-320-5237

The Roberts Team Coldwell Banker TEC 101 Beau Chene Blvd. 985-502-9733

METAIRIE

Bruno| Swift Mirambell Realty 3232 Metairie Rd. 504-889-9850

Carol Jambon Group

Mirambell Realty 3232 Metairie Rd. 504-874-1625

Heritage Homes Group

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3197 Richland Ave. 504-345-1000

Judy Walker Team

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-251-4142

Metro NOLA Group Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200

504-236-8540

Team Tangie

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-338-7653

Team Tony NOLA Living Realty

3841 Veterans Blvd. Suite 201 504-239-9300

The Calamia Team HomeSmart Realty South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-450-2722

The Gwen DorrisDonna Glaudi Team Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-460-2299

The NugentFreeland Family Team

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-621-7319

The Schmitt Team Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-338-7945

The Williams Team

Keller Williams Realty 455-0100 3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 350 504-233-3372

Yvonne McCulla, Jimmy McCulla Compass 1041 Veterans Blvd. Suite 200 504-909-2222

NEW ORLEANS Ansley Group McEnery

Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-430-3887

Brewster | Yancey Team Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-919-5759

Bryan | Meeks Team Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-908-9155

Ellie Sanders & Isabel Sanders McEnery

Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-615-0151

GiGi Burk Group

Burk Brokerage

Real Estate 6260 Vicksburg St. Suite A 504-416-2244

Jennifer Rice Team

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Luxury Collection - Jennifer Rice & Lauren Mendheim

Luxury Real Estate 4018 Magazine St. 504-799-1702

LaBauve Group eXp Realty 650 Poydras St. Suite 1400 504-344-0877

Marais Collective McEnery

Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-782-2269

Maxwell Strachan Group McEnery

Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Crane Realtors 138 N. Cortez St. 504-259-5917

NEW ORLEANS

Historic Homes Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-220-8558

NOLA Property Guys Rêve | Realtors 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-249-8724

RealMike

Partners

McEnery

Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-756-3133

Skye Price and Susan Price

Compass 7934 Maple St. 504-908-3317

Talbot Lott Group

McEnery

Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-287-9490

Team Right Side Compass 840 Elysian Fields Ave. 504-948-3011

The Martzolf Group

McEnery

Residential 4901 Magazine St. 504-605-4400

Wentworth Team Rêve | Realtors 4827 Prytania St. 504-302-0300

SLIDELL

The Puckett Team Compass 1300 Gause Blvd. Suite C1 985-641-4540

MORTGAGE PROFESSIONALS

BATON ROUGE

Patty Daigle Gulf Coast Bank & Trust 13906 Perkins Rd. 504-251-7572

Walt Herschede Intelligent Mortgage and Consulting 1924 Glasgow Ave. 225-772-5843

COVINGTON

Heather Braiwick

Integrity Home Mortgage Corp. 380 N. Tallowwood Dr. 504-430-0028

Scott Finklea New American Funding 207 E. Lockwood St. Suite B 504-400-9177

Debra Macaluso

Summit Funding Inc. 106 Park Place Suite 303 985-302-1902

Stephanie Machado Barto GMFS Mortgage 119 Terra Bella Blvd. 504-874-6373

Kevin Morgan Arbor Lending Group 5001 Hwy. 190 Suite B5 985-867-8334

HAMMOND Rick Sedberry Movement Mortgage 109 E. Charles St. 985-969-8048

KENNER

Devin Arriaga Gulf Coast Bank & Trust 3410 Williams Blvd. 504-544-6309

Tasha Bourgeois

Premier Lending 2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 350 504-212-0704

Tony Ortego Premier Lending 2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 350 504-212-0722

MANDEVILLE

Michael Buras First American Bank and Trust 4360 Hwy. 22 985-624-6683

Amy Jobert Veritas Lending Group 735 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 200 985-710-3185

Suzy Ortiz Veritas Lending Group 735 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 200 504-236-6679

Daina Short Gulf Coast Bank & Trust 4565 LaSalle St. 985-264-5362

Ariel Waterman First Horizon Bank 850 N. Causeway Blvd. 504-301-7571

METAIRIE

Cameron Budzius The Mortgage Firm 1421 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 200 504-919-9504

Debra Campo Movement Mortgage 3501 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 500 504-913-6161

Nicole Dupre Regions Bank 2030 Metairie Rd. 504-258-7392

Brent Edwards Eustis Mortgage 2800 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 214 504-430-6087

James Fidler NOLA Lending Group 1811 Metairie Ave. 504-478-0840

Rhonda Fremin Movement Mortgage 3501 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 500 504-616-2777

Jay Grogreve Hancock Whitney 4900 Veterans Memorial Blvd. 504-231-0050

Maria Gutierrez OnPath Credit Union

3131 N. 1-10 Service Rd E. 504-908-7048

Georgia Harrington NOLA Lending Group 1811 Metairie Ave. 504-833-1433

Jeff Johnson Revolution Mortgage 3939 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 300 504-250-7210

Hung Le Movement Mortgage 3501 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 500 504-210-6697

Darla McNamara America’s Mortgage Resource - Metairie 3317 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 200 504-512-1213

Ryan P. Rouhana Eustis Mortgage 3445 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 210 504-214-8925

Stephen Rumney Hancock Whitney 4900 Veterans Memorial Blvd. 504-559-8815

Stacy Williams IntroLend Gulf South 3131 N. I-10 Service Rd. Suite 101 504-975-3646

NEW ORLEANS

Raymond L. Addison Jr. Bourgeois & Associates Mortgage, LLC 8050 Crowder Blvd. Suite A 504-246-6675

Robert Tiger Agnelly

Reliant Mortgage 4114 Toulouse St. 504-858-9888

Chris Brinson First Horizon Bank 3412 St. Charles Ave. 504-722-9111

Holly Callia BankPlus 909 Poydras St. Suite 100 504-982-2669

Mimi Denis First Horizon Bank 3412 St. Charles Ave. 504-237-4927

Jonathan Fry My Community Mortgage 1138 N. Dupre St. 985-664-7230

Will Gandy CrossCountry Mortgage 802 Fern St. Unit B 504-939-1704

Meredith Garrett NOLA Lending Group 7820 Maple St. 504-355-5134

Jordan Gerard My Community Mortgage 1138 N. Dupre St. 337-501-0155

Matt Helling First Horizon Bank 4909 Prytania St. 504-250-8012

Tessa Izdepski Union Home Mortgage 4404 St. Peter St. 504-615-8139

Courtney Jenkins NOLA Lending Group 7820 Maple St. 504-355-5138

Tom Knapp America’s Mortgage Resource 831 Elysian Fields Suite A 225-235-4368

Jesse Mancuso First Horizon Bank 400 Arthur Godfrey Rd. Suite 102 504-669-8276

Shannon Pemberton Eustis Mortgage 1477 Louisiana Ave. Suite 101 504-914-0946

Joey Piel NOLA Lending Group

7820 Maple St. 504-315-0627

Andrew Remson America’s Mortgage Resource 831 Elysian Fields Suite A 504-201-3609

Alex Shafirovich InterLinc Mortgage Services, LLC

650 Poydras St. Suite 2304 504-292-3443

Ryan Thomassie NOLA Lending Group

7820 Maple St. 225-938-1875

Alex Wood Reliant Mortgage 4114 Toulouse St. 504-247-5675

Coleena Zimet NOLA Lending Group 7820 Maple St. 228-218-3521

SLIDELL

Paul Chiasson Prime Lending 1310 Brownswitch Rd. Suite B 985-214-7032

Tim Pillsbury Amres Corporation 636 Guse Blvd. Suite 200 985-777-2837•

Virginia is for Lovers

…of fine dining wine, nature and more

One of the beauties of living in or visiting a college town is that many of the school’s professors retire and start innovative businesses, many times based on their expertise. Such is the case with Blacksburg, Virginia, home to Virginia Tech and some of the brightest minds of the South. There’s plenty to do in this quaint town nestled between the Blue Ridge and Allegany mountains, and much of it can be credited to those creating second careers.

Stay

The town contains numerous accommodations but a stay at The Inn at Virginia Tech marries comfort with collegiate ambiance. The property includes numerous guest rooms and suites overlooking the campus and its neighboring parks, a restaurant and lounge and the Skelton Conference Center, Blacksburg’s largest event venue with almost 24,000 square feet of flexible meeting spaces.

Dine

Virginia Tech geography professor John Boyer toured the world with his wife, Katie Pritchard, and experienced its viticulture and wine. It was only natural that the couple open the Blacksburg Wine Lab to share that knowledge. Not only may visitors indulge in wines from around the

globe, but they can also sample a curated selection of cheeses and charcuterie plates, pates and spreads, house-made pimento cheeses and unique tinned fish with gourmet crackers. Need help choosing a wine; just ask.

Cabo Fish Taco serves up an incredible array of Mexican specialties (and yes, their tacos are divine) and a wide variety of tequilas housed in one of the Blacksburg’s oldest historical properties. For vegetarians, don’t miss the popular Gillie’s for innovative dishes served with fresh ingredients.

Drink

When civil engineer Yvan Beliveau retired as a faculty member from the College of Architecture at Virginia Tech, he and his wife, Joyce, opened the Beliveau Farm & Winery outside of town. The winery satisfies Yvan’s love of growing grapes and Joyce’s admiration of lavender and hospitality. Visitors can enjoy Virginia-grown wine, such as Yvan’s “Crazy Professor” series, on the 165-acre land with it 1900’s farmhouse, and stay at

the property’s bed and breakfast.

Blacksburg natives Jayson Hudson and Jason Hardy started a local whiskey club called the Bourbon and Rye Drinking Society, or BARDS. It morphed into the J.H. BARDS Spirit Co. micro-distillery of craft whiskey and vodka using the region’s limestone- filtered mountain water. The taproom serves up craft cocktails as well.

The perfect place to watch the sun set over the region’s farmland outside Blacksburg while enjoying craft beers and brick oven pizza is Rising Silo Brewery and Farm. The farm-based brewery uses organic malts and water from the farm’s well and sells seasonal produce on the side.

The Outdoors

One of the best places to enjoy nature is the eight-acre Pandapas Pond that’s encircled by a onemile loop trail that leads through wetlands and over boardwalks and bridges inside a hardwood forest. Be sure to look for wildlife.

For something more adventurous, Brush Mountain Park offers

758 acres of forest multi-use trails popular with hikers and mountain bikers. In the future, the park will expand with two more trail systems, thanks to the New River Land Trust with help from several regional organizations.

Virginia Tech Campus

The 147,000-square-foot Moss Arts Center on the Virginia Tech campus brings in both local and nationally-known entertainers. The Hahn Horticulture Garden features six acres of teaching and display gardens, including a water garden, herb collection and a landscaped meadow, all adorned with artwork.

A few steps from campus is the Blacksburg Farmers Market, held every Wednesday and Saturday on the corner of Roanoke Street and Draper Road. Farmers within 50 miles and regional makers gather to showcase regional produce, baked goods, meat and eggs, handmade goods and locally produced honey.

Ruby Falls, Tennessee

Tiger Season

Purple, gold and stylish stripes

A mix of stainless steel, marble, gold tone and natural brass, a 5-piece bar tool set from The Safari Collection by Michael Aram will have you on the prowl for the perfect aperitif. Adler’s, 722 Canal St., 504-523-5292; 2937 Veterans Blvd, 504-523-1952, adlersjewelry.com.

Give any room big cat energy with a repeating tiger wallpaper. The artful illustration with a mouthful of gold tassel detail is roaring with style. thepatterncollective.com.

A custom stool with fabric featuring Chinese Himalayan tigers and patterns inspired by nature, art and culture, and a saffron colorway showing amber tigers on a light honey background, is ideal for a modern or mixed-style room. Eclectic Home, 8211 Oak St., 504-8666654, eclectichome.net.

Lay the groundwork for a wellappointed home with a 100% hand-tufted wool Tibetan Tiger rug with a pink that pops. anthropologie.com.

Display devour-worthy hors d’oeuvres atop an exotic linen tiger palm tablecloth. Sotre, 3820 Magazine St., 504-3049475, sotrecollection.com.

Rich and earthy, the yelloworange Eye of the Tiger paint brings to mind the distinctive coat of a tiger. benjaminmoore.com.

Add a little bite to your bar cart with a set of double Old Fashioned glasses featuring a ceramic printed tiger design in Purple and 22k gold. Mignon Faget, 3801 Magazine St., 504891-2005; 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., 504-8352244, mignonfaget.com.

When I was a kid, babysitting was a rite of passage, falling in the timeline somewhere after learning to ride a bike but before getting a driver’s license – that sweet spot where you were old enough to be in charge but not yet old enough to do anything particularly glamorous with your Saturday night. It was also a pretty lucrative pastime; I could easily make $100 in a single weekend when I was 12.

It was also, thanks to my beloved Ann M. Martin, the stuff of legend. In the late ’80s and early ’90s, I devoured The Baby-Sitters Club books as quickly as they were released, well before I was old enough to be left home by myself, let alone care for actual human children. But it didn’t matter; it was absolutely aspirational for me. Kristy Thomas’ take-charge attitude, Claudia Kishi’s secret candy-and-Nancy Drew stash, Dawn Schafer’s California cool – I wanted in. I imagined myself in the BSC headquarters (aka Claudia’s room), phone in hand, booking jobs with the efficiency of Mary Anne Spier and the fashion sense of Stacey McGill. I could name every single one of the Pike children in age order (I still can), and I made lists of what I’d put in my “Kid Kit” once I was finally old enough.

From 12 until 14, I babysat constantly – for neighbors, family friends, my parents’ colleagues. And then, about halfway through my freshman year, I abruptly retired. Suddenly, there were movies to go to, aimless car rides to take with new friends old enough to drive,

The Baby-Sitters Club 2.0

A New Era

and of course plenty of boys to flirt with.

Now, though, decades later, the babysitting bug has returned for the next generation: Georgia (my baby!) has officially started babysitting. Not just for our nextdoor neighbors (with me lurking on the front porch) – but full-on advertising, networking, and booking jobs. Inspired in part by the Netflix revival of The Baby-Sitters Club, she completed a Safe Sitter course and hung out a shingle. She’s learned the Heimlich maneuver, knows to cut grapes and hot dogs into quarters, and is diligent about asking about allergies.

I’m excited for her. I’m proud of

her. And yet, in a year that is already full of bittersweet transitions, I’m also strangely sad.

It’s not that I doubt her competence. She is mature, friendly, not a risk-taker. I love watching her gain independence and confidence with every job well-done.

But it also makes me feel … obsolete. If my baby can babysit, then what am I even here for?

It’s the same jolt I felt when she first walked to a friend’s house without me or when she ordered her own food at a restaurant without my prompting or when she didn’t want to hug me goodbye when I dropped her off for the class trip. Babysitting is more than just a side

hustle; it’s a declaration: “Mom, I’ve got this.”

As Rowan settles in to college and Georgia asserts her independence more each day, I’m slowly making my peace with being a supporting character – not Kristy, not Mary Anne, but Mrs. Pike or Watson Brewer or Jamie and Lucy Newton’s mom, hovering in the background, trusting the club to do their thing. (Finding Netflix’s Watson Brewer hot was one of my first reality checks – I am getting old.)

I know realistically, of course, that Georgia still needs me – and not just because no matter how much money she is making babysitting (and she is making plenty for someone with no fixed expenses), she still doesn’t want to spend a penny of her own cash. Even Rowan still needs me, all the way across the country, to answer questions about how many Tylenol to take and how to get a pizza stain out of her favorite sweater (two and Dawn dish soap, respectively).

I still find myself wishing there was an update of The Baby-Sitters Club for middle-aged moms when Kristy tells me pragmatically that you have to learn to let go, Mary Anne sits and cries with me, Stacey (with her New York City street cred) assures me that Rowan will be safe in Central Park, and Claudia braids my hair.

But I know that this phase of parenting is just the next chapter of a book I’m still writing – and that I’m ready to handle whatever comes next.

Time for Love, Dr. Jones Making

culinary waves in Metairie

The life and career of a chef is something akin to a pirate or a rock star. Yes, there are the tattoos, the brandishing of sharp knives and a mastery of fire, but it’s often journeyman work. For New Orleans-bred chefs, that means mustering the courage to leave that fat Big Easy nest in order to gain crucial skills, new techniques, and, most importantly, new perspectives about the things we eat and how to best wrangle them into something gratifying, even transcendent. But New Orleans tends to be a clingy mistress, and she doesn’t like her best and brightest to stay away for long before calling them back with her siren’s song. For those of us who’ve lived here long enough, it seems a story as old as time itself.

We see that story playing out once more in the best ways with chefs Billy Jones and David Rouse, whose latest project, Dr. Jones, is as big with its flavors as its dining room is small. At first, it seems enigmatic; why would anyone choose a busy stretch of Veterans Boulevard as the perfect spot for a diminutive, eclectic restaurant? I mean, judging by trends alone, shouldn’t it be nestled on a lamplit corner or the French Quarter or maybe the Lower Garden District? As it turns out, Jones and Rouse made that call easily, and the concept for Dr. Jones (a playful combination of their names) arrived organically.

The inciting incident for Jones, formerly the chef and co-owner of the lauded and popular Garden District modern Chinese spot Blue Giant, was

the pandemic. “About two years in, COVID happened, and it was just too much,” says Jones, who was eager to team up again with his longtime friend and fellow Louisiana chef David Rouse, who had similar ideas at a similar time. Said Jones, “I decided to take a break from the whole industry. I sold Blue Giant to my partner, and then after both of our respective breaks, we came back together, and back to ourselves, and we started a catering company out of where Dr. Jones is now. And while we were catering, kind of looking around in the space, we decided: ‘You know, we should open up a restaurant here! It’s a nice neighborhood, and we like being in Metairie. So I decided to just do it on our own and open it.”

The pair of chefs share a long history of cooking and friendship and spent time honing their skills in Chicago’s competitive culinary scene before moving back home to New Orleans and, at present, running a roughly 25-seat casual-yet-sophisticated, inventive and worldly restaurant on Veterans Boulevard. If you find that idea surprising, you really do need to dine at Dr. Jones to see for yourself that sometimes, you don’t have to be in the hip hoods to dish up cool food. And that’s exactly what Jones and Rouse have going on with their latest project.

The menu is small and relatively simple, however that simplicity belies the kind of intelligent and creative consideration that only tends to come from chefs who’ve made their bones in locations far more exotic than Metairie. Having a tidy menu also helps when the chefs writing it have passions and fascinations that might just tend to veer wildly from

TABLE TALK BY SCOTT GOLD / PHOTOS BY JEFFERY JOHNSTON

Chicken Cordon Bleu

About the Chefs

Chef Billy Jones grew up in Mandeville and Baton Rouge and spent his formative years working in local restaurants before deciding to pursue formal training at the Louisiana Culinary Institute. Around that same time, Jones met and quickly befriended another chef in training, David Rouse, a Slidell-native who left his undergraduate studies for kitchen life, spending several years at the North Shore’s famous fine dining spot La Provence. The pair eventually decided to move to Chicago, working in Michelin-starred Windy City eateries like Rhea and Sepia, which they did for a spell before returning to New Orleans. Rouse took positions at Restaurant August, Ko Sahn and Herbsaint, while Jones was at Cochon before opening up Blue Giant, and later Dr. Jones. It’s readily apparent that the chefs are savoring their new creative freedom, and that they adore cooking in their hometown.

week to week. According to Jones, “Our first concept, I think, was fast casual. Not like fast food, but just a very quick lunch, very easy eating, comfort food items. But we quickly got bored of that and decided to push ourselves a bit. And I think that’s kind of how this restaurant is going to be for me. We push ourselves to do something that we love cooking, and then the seasons change, or we find something else that piques our interest, and we put that on the menu.”

“We didn’t really go in there with the intention of opening this grassroots thing,” Rouse said. “It just kind of morphed into what it is now. And we’d like to continue to have that mindset, so it can grow and evolve and become something different all the time. With the limited menu we have, this is the time we really get to do what chefs want to do, to change the menu, put new things on, create a different experience monthly, weekly, whatever it may be.”

Hence, while your favorites from previous evenings at Dr. Jones might frequently change, the two aspects of the restaurant you can rely on are elevated, skillful dishes, and a room that is approximately the size of a large walk-in closet. But, as the old saw goes, good things come in small packages, and to that end Rouse and Jones consistently deliver. A recent meal offered up a number of fun and gratifying takes on classics that have been

around for ages, like shrimp scampi, steak au poivre and chicken cordon bleu. Only here, the scampi comes dressed up with lime leaf and lemongrass, the steak arrives smothered in Singapore pepper sauce, and the cordon bleu oozes with caramelized onions and melty gruyere. The effect is that of getting to embrace something incredibly familiar and comforting, while at the same time reawakened from the doldrums with festive and unexpected new flavors. You can almost feel these ancient mainstays getting their groove back, and it’s delightful.

In addition to those bold entrees, diners new to the Dr. Jones experience can expect flourishes on smaller dishes, like a combination of country ham and Korean melon, or cucumbers marinated with yuzu and kosho panshu, and if that weren’t enough to liven up your palate, you might find perfectly snackable tapioca croquettes stuffed with Camembert cheese. And if for some reason you’re still not satiated, order up sauteed greens with Togarashi and citrus, or maybe the blistered zucchini with Tosazu and mint.

For diners hoping to break out of white tablecloth monotony, Dr. Jones will fit that bill and then some. It’s genuinely heartening to see a pair of chefs stretch their creative legs week-to-week, keeping us on our toes in all the best ways, and obviously having a blast in the process.

And New Orleans is a richer place for it.

Bourrée Chef Nathaniel Zimet has won quite the local foodie following in New Orleans over the years, and deservedly so. His flagship restaurant, Boucherie, has been one of the best intimate dining experiences in town for years now. But don’t sleep on its tiny sibling, Bourrée, which might outwardly seem like just a fancy chicken wing shop (which it kind of is), but you’ll also find stellar upscale casual fare with a chef-y flare, like the unbeatable pimento cheese sandwich with bread and butter pickles and fried chicken mayo, a lemongrass pork slider with jerk aioli and chow chow, and of course the best fresh fruit daiquiris in town. Uptown fine dining picnics don’t get much better than this.

Brigtsen’s

If we’re going to talk about small NOLA restaurants with divine cuisine, we’d be sent immediately to Big Easy food prison if we didn’t tip our hats reverently to Brigtsen’s, the OG granddaddy of this culinary genre here. Dining there feels like having a master chef cook you a five-star modern Creole dinner in a friend’s cute Uptown shotgun, and the experience has been consistently wonderful since opening in the ‘90s. Don’t miss their quintessential gumbo or shrimp bisque, and if duck or rabbit are on the menu (particularly the rabbit with Creole mustard sauce, creamy mashed potatoes and braised greens), you’d be best not to skip that as well. There’s a really good reason it’s one of our all-time favorites, and probably always will be.

BY JYL BENSON / PHOTO BY SAM HANNA

Oodles of Noodles A good catch indeed

A native of Ayutthaya, Thailand, Chef Aim Srisuk and her husband Frankie Weinberg opened the diminutive Pomelo in 2001 on a bustling stretch of Magazine Street, followed early last year by Good Catch, a more expansive exploration of Srisuk’s native land through cuisine and cocktails in the Central Business District. Seemingly indefatigable, the petite, affable chef still does most of the cooking herself in both restaurants.

As planned, she started small, then grew her business as demand dictated for the food she had been cooking since childhood, first helping in her family’s restaurant before opening restaurants of her own in Bangkok and later in her hometown. After moving to New Orleans with Weinberg, she worked with Restaurant August and Cho Thai before stepping out on her own. She has become one of the city’s premier chefs, introducing diners to Thai specialty dishes with which they were previously unfamiliar.

Pad see ew gai is a homey dish of fresh rice noodles seasoned simply with soy sauce and stir-fried in a screaming hot wok along with slices of meat or seafood and Chinese broccoli or kale. In Thailand, it is a quick lunch or snack often sold by street vendors.

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Substitute five ounces of large peeled and deveined shrimp for the chicken.

Chinese kale, Chinese broccoli or traditional kale may be used interchangeably.

Pad See Ew Gai (Stir-fried Rice Noodles with Soy Sauce and Chicken)

Shared by Chef Aom Srisuk, Pomelo and Good Catch Serves 2

1 tablespoon sugar

1 teaspoon chicken bouillon

1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce

1 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce

1 teaspoon sweet black soy sauce

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 1/2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

5 ounces (1 cup) sliced, boneless, skinless chicken 2 eggs

7 ounces of wide rice noodles, cooked according to package directions and drained 1 1/2 cups kale ribbons

1. Mix the sugar, chicken bouillon, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside

2. Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a wok or 12-inch cast-iron pan over medium heat until the oil is hot and shimmering

3. Add the garlic and chicken and cook, tossing constantly with tongs until the chicken is opaque and begins to turn golden

4. Push everything to the side of the pan. Crack the eggs into the pan and break the yolks with a spatula. Scramble the eggs and cook until opaque but not quite set.

5. Add the noodles and the reserved sauce. Add additional sauce if necessary. Use tongs to toss the noodles just enough to disperse the sauce and cause the edges of the noodles to caramelize, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.

6. Add the reserved chicken mixture and the kale to the pan.

7. Cook until the kale is soft. Serve at once

BY ELIZABETH PEARCE

More than a Martini

A tiki spin on a classic

Jesse Carr, director of food and beverage at the Virgin Hotel, created his martini riff in honor of Ernest Gantt, better known as Don the Beachcomber, the father of tiki, filling the drink with signature tiki flavors like citrus, falernum and absinthe. In 2015, Carr moved to New Orleans from New York, because “New Orleans is different. Even with the hurricanes and everything else, it’s worth it,” he said. Since then, Carr has watched the local cocktail scene evolve, including the industry’s newer focus on low- and no-proof drinks, which led him to become a partner in Mockly, a local non-alcoholic ready to drink company. Carr has also seen a surge in creativity behind local bars. “There’s more than just the Sazerac here. It’s pretty exciting.” After watching Jewel of the South and other local spots garner global accolades, Carr anticipates more recognition for the city’s bar scene. “It’s only been 10 years now, and it’s already been a good ride,” he said.

1 Don’t be tempted to swap the Bombay Sapphire for another gin. Its floral, herbaceous flavor profile is key to the whole drink.

Aqua de Cedra is available at many specialty liquor stores. While similar to limoncello, its flavor is cleaner. Jesse recommends sipping it over ice or after dinner. You can also use it in place of some of the sugar in a sour like a daiquiri, or include it in a tequila Old Fashioned to give it more depth.

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To batch this for a party, mix all ingredients except for the bitters. Add one ounce of water per serving. Chill. Add the bitters and some ice cubes right before serving. The melting ice will help with extra dilution.

Gantt’s

3/4

1/4

1/2 ounce Velvet

5 dashes Peychaud’s bitters

Rinse of absinthe Lemon twist

Tiki inspired garnish ex: edible flower

Chill a coupe glass, then coat with absinthe. Add remaining ingredients to a mixing glass with ice and stir. Strain into the chilled, absinthe-rinsed coupe. Squeeze the lemon twist over the glass to express the oils, then discard. Garnish with something tiki inspired like an edible flower.

Martini

1/2 ounces Bombay Sapphire gin

ounce Cocchi Rosa vermouth

ounce Nardini Acqua di Cedro liqueur

falernum

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DINING & ENTERTAINMENT

Fine Food is always in season. Chill out this Fall for Family and Fun at these incredible Restaurants.

Alma eatalmanola.com

At Alma, we are deeply rooted in tradition, honoring the rich culinary heritage passed down through generations. We take pride in working closely with local farmers and purveyors to bring you the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. Our farm-to-table philosophy ensures that every dish reflects the season’s best offerings, crafted with care and intention.

From our kitchen to your table, we invite you to experience the warmth of honest food, made with love and the finest local products.

Juan’s Flying Burrito juansflyingburrito.com

With a wide selection of options, from street tacos to unique burritos, Juan’s Flying Burrito is where New Orleans gets their Creole/Mex fix. Come into one of their four New Orleans locations to try their new Tofu Street Tacos with adobo tofu, cilantro, diced white onions, and cotija cheese.

Clubhouse by Dickie Brennan & Co audubonclubhouse.com

Steak Night has arrived at Audubon Clubhouse! Join us every Sunday for a classic Steakhouse dinner featuring your choice of cut, complete with all the sides—all at a great price. The perfect way to end your weekend in the heart of Audubon Park.

Briquette briquette-nola.com

A historic gem tucked cozily among the historic warehouse district, Briquette offers the finest in modern tastes and design. Featuring a signature open kitchen and an 18-foot seafood display, enjoy watching fresh fish being prepared before your eyes on redhot briquettes while sampling an extensive wine list and beautifully crafted cocktails. Join us for our Belle Glos & Lobster Dinner on September 26th featuring 5 Delicious Courses, 5 Amazing Wines for $150 all-inclusive.

La Petite Grocery lapetitegrocery.com

Nestled in a century-old building on Magazine Street, La Petite Grocery has been delighting diners for over 20 years. Known for its refined take on New Orleans cuisine, signature dishes like Turtle Bolognese and Blue Crab Beignets continue to draw both locals and visitors to this Uptown favorite.

Mother’s Restaurant mothersrestaurant.net

Mother’s offers a plethora of fried and grilled seafood options, including the popular Seafood Platter Extra, which includes buttery Crawfish Étouffée and the awardwinning Jerry’s Jambalaya, plus two side dishes of your choice. Or choose Seafood Gumbo made with real crab stock. Shrimp Creole is also available as a bowl or an omelet.

Galatoire's Galatoires.com

What’s your tradition? From the world-famous New Orleans cuisine to impeccable service, every aspect of the dining experience at Galatoire’s reflects the traditions guests have enjoyed for generations. Open TuesdaySunday for lunch and dinner. Visit Galatoires.com or call 525-2021.

Tacos del Cartel tacosdelcartel.com

Tacos del Cartel’s slow-braised short ribs are steeped in rich tradition—cooked overnight in a bold, red wine-infused sauce until fall-apart tender. Served with warm tortillas, fresh cilantro, onions, and jalapeños, it’s a soulful, conversation-starting dish that honors the depth of Mexican flavor with every bite.

Audubon

The Blue Crab Restaurant and Oyster Bar

thebluecrabnola.com

The Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar is a throwback to the good ol’ days of West End. Remember relaxing on the dock, drinking an ice-cold beer, and eating hot boiled crawfish & crabs? Our atmosphere will bring you right back there as old memories are shared and new memories are created.

We are excited to be a part of the community and to be a landmark in raising the standard in the revitalization of the Lakefront area.

Jean willajean.com

Located in the heart of New Orleans, Willa Jean is the place to be for breakfast, brunch, and golden hour! Enjoy half-off brunch drinks like Mimosas and Bloody Marys while creating your own threechoice pastry board for $8. Golden Hour is Monday-Thursday from 7:009:00 am. Welcome to the Willa Jean Morning Social Club.

Willa

Franklin County Tourism

Gulf Coast Fall Getaways

Summer is done, but the good times keep rolling on! Find your favorite fun spot with these incredible Fall Getaways.

Scarlet Pearl

If you want a world-class experience for your next travel destination, look no further than Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort. Treat yourself to modern amenities in the 300-room all glass tower, featuring breathtaking design, superior service, and bathrooms that feel more like a spa.

As the sweltering summer heat dissipates, enjoy fine Fall afternoons at the Lava Links Golf Club, 18 holes surrounded by lush gardens, refreshing waterfalls, and an erupting volcano! And even when the sun is at its highest, cool off with a refreshing artisan ice pop from Pop Brothers, offering flavors the whole family will enjoy! The combination of vibrant elements and entertaining music offers a one-of-a-kind setting for a memorable day on the course.

With luxurious accommodations and an extensive selection of games Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort is your number one travel destination on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Please call 888-752-9772 or visit ScarletPearlCasino.com for details.

Big Bay Lake

Big Bay Lake, a one-of-a-kind planned community on one of Mississippi’s largest private recreational lakes, is the perfect solution for those looking to live the “Lake Life” 24/7. Located only 90 minutes from New Orleans, Big Bay Lake’s waterfront and water-view homesites range in price, starting at $50,000, and include several resale homes available for immediate purchase. This is not a short-term rental property but a lasting community providing unique opportunities to create the perfect home or weekend getaway to relax and unplug. Whether you are a boating aficionado, fishing enthusiast, or just a family who loves to make a big splash, come enjoy fun-filled days and star-kissed nights at Big Bay Lake, where the little things make life…“Big!”

Call for a boat tour today at 877-4BIG-BAY or visit bigbaylake.com.

Lafayette CVC

Fall is the perfect time to visit Lafayette. Cooler weather and warm vibes create the ideal setting for unforgettable food, music, and cultural experiences.

Plan your trip around local favorites like Festivals Acadiens et Creoles, the Latin Music Festival, or the Blackpot Festival & Cook-Off. Sample local brews at Gulf Brew or enjoy family fun at the Bayou Vermilion Boat Parade.

Music fills the air throughout fall, from the midweek Mercredi Show to Downtown Alive!, Bach Lunch on Friday, and late nights at local dancehalls. Expect Cajun, zydeco, and modern sounds.

Outdoorsy types can explore the Bayou Vermilion and Lake Martin by boat or stroll Moncus Park during the Farmers & Artisans Market held on Saturdays.

Don’t miss Lafayette’s award-winning cuisine—think gumbo, boudin, po-boys, and some surprises along the way.

Add history and art with a visit to Vermilionville or the Hilliard Art Museum.

Discover more fall fun at LafayetteTravel.com/Fall.

Mobile

A place where past and present dance in perfect harmony, Mobile, Alabama, is ever at the forefront of cultural ascendance, culinary excellence, and coastal decadence. Whether it’s your hometown or you have the pleasure of just passing through, there is always something new to discover and delights to behold in a town long known as the Paris of the South.

Visiting Mobile has never been easier with the newly returned Amtrak Mardi Gras Service between Mobile and New Orleans. With stops running along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Amtrak is connecting the sister cultural hubs of the Big Easy and Mobile, where historic hotels and upscale amenities beckon. There are adventures around every corner of Mobile’s downtown entertainment district, with perfectly walkable paths to over fifty restaurants, museums, art galleries, entertainment, shopping, and more.

To learn more, visit mobile.org/plan-your-visit/amtrak-getaway.

Franklin County Tourism

Franklin County, along Florida’s Northern Gulf Coast, is a coastal oasis with sparkling beaches, tranquil bay shallows, and scenic rivers. Discover towns here steeped in maritime history and blended with the laid-back scene of local art, shopping, music, and world-class restaurants featuring local seafood.

The coastal communities of Apalachicola, Carrabelle, Eastpoint, Alligator Point, and St. George Island are the heart of Florida’s Forgotten Coast.

Apalachicola begins where the historic Apalachicola River meets the oyster-famous Apalachicola Bay. Everything is walkable herestroll the historic district or meander the waterfront and enjoy the music scene in pubs and eateries. Eastpoint features fresh seafood markets run by families four generations deep, two RV parks, restaurants, and a waterfront brewery. St. George Island is home to the Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park, ranked as a Top 10 U.S. beach and a historic lighthouse. Carrabelle is a must-stop spot for outdoor enthusiasts, featuring marinas with easy access to offshore fishing, hiking trails, a nearby golf resort, and a lighthouse offering full moon climbs.

Accommodations range from beachfront vacation homes, hotels, B&Bs, and campgrounds. Download the Florida’s Forgotten Coast app and stay up to date on events and specials at Floridasforgottencoast. com/autumn.

Travel Central

Join Us for Travel Central’s 6th Annual Vacation Expo!

Travel Central warmly invites you to our exciting Vacation Expo on October 8th, from 3:30 to 6:00 pm. Swing by anytime to connect with 14 of the world’s top travel partners, ready to share insider knowledge, expert advice, and exclusive deals tailored just for you.

Meet representatives from renowned cruise lines like Royal Caribbean and Norwegian, discover the magic of river cruises with Viking & Uniworld, explore guided vacations from Globus and Insight, and chat with independent travel partners such as Delta Vacations and Avanti. Whether you’re dreaming of ocean waves, scenic river journeys, or immersive land tours, this is your chance to find the perfect vacation!

The best part? The expo is absolutely FREE with an RSVP. Secure your spot now by calling Travel Central at 504.834.7000. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity—your next unforgettable adventure awaits!

Ascension Parish Tourist Commission

Nestled between Baton Rouge and New Orleans is Ascension Parish, a special place where Native American, Spanish, French, German, Italian, English, African, and Acadian cultures have thrived and mingled. From concerts to conventions, live music and natural splendor, there’s always something new and exciting happening in Louisiana’s Sweet Spot.

This Fall, Sorrento hosts the world-renowned Boucherie & Ballon Festival, featuring home-grown craft vendors, dazzling hot air balloons, and music by Wayne Toups, Ryan Foret, Dustin Sonnier, Don Rich & more. Learn more at boucheriefestival.com. Then, on October 23, The Chase Tyler Band headlines the Ascension Cattle Barons Ball at the Rev-Lamar Dixon Expo Center. This western-themed gala featuring over 700 cowboys is a night filled with old west fun and philanthropy, featuring a silent auction benefiting The American Cancer Society. Visit ascension.acscbb.org/tickets for more info.

To learn more about all the fun happenings in Ascension Parish year-round, please visit visitlasweetspot.com. •

Educational Excellence

It’s never too early to plan for your child’s educational future. Find their new scholastic home, or get them outfitted for the new year, at one of our fine regional educational institutions.

Arden Cahill

Arden Cahill Academy, voted the #1 Grammar School by Gambit Weekly readers, offers an exceptional academic experience for students from six weeks old through 12th grade—all on a beautiful 12-acre campus just minutes from downtown New Orleans. Nestled along Bayou Fatma in Gretna, the school blends rigorous academics with a unique outdoor, country-style environment.

From our nurturing Infant Center and strong early childhood program to our college-preparatory high school, Arden Cahill supports every stage of student growth. Highlights include horse stables, a petting farm, STEAM Lab, art studios, music rooms, and a 300-seat theater. Our first senior class graduated in 2023, marking a proud new chapter in our tradition of academic excellence.

Families are invited to schedule a private tour to experience the Cahill Way. High school students can also become a Whale-for-a-Day. Please join us for our Open House October 15, 4-7pm.

Learn more at ardencahillacademy.com.

De La Salle

Rooted in the Lasallian heritage and the tradition of the Christian Brothers, De La Salle High School excels in guiding young men and women of varied backgrounds from all areas of the New Orleans metropolitan region. At De La Salle, we see our students as the unique individuals they are, and we challenge them to reach their full

potential, both in the classroom and through extracurricular activities. Serving young men and women in grades 8-12, De La Salle offers a comprehensive academic program that features a college model, 4-by-4 block schedule, anchored by four 85-minute class periods each semester. De La Salle is dedicated to developing our students’ spirituality, academic progress, their physical abilities, and social and behavioral maturity, instilling in them the values of the Five Core Principles of Lasallian Schools: Faith in the Presence of God, Quality Education, Respect for All Persons, Inclusive Community, and Concern for the Poor and Social Justice.

Learn more at delasallenola.com.

Kehoe France

Kehoe-France Schools, with campuses in Metairie and Covington, offer a nurturing educational experience for children from 8 weeks to 7th grade. Our small class sizes, dedicated faculty, and comprehensive International Baccalaureate® (IB) curriculum create a dynamic environment where students explore their passions, develop critical thinking skills, and become compassionate, globally minded leaders. At Kehoe-France, we blend tradition with innovation, ensuring a wellrounded education that prepares each child for future success. Join our community and experience the legacy that has made Kehoe-France Schools a cornerstone of education for over 60 years.

Learn more at kehoe-france.com.

Ecole Bilingue

Love Swimming

Love Swimming knows that learning how to swim is not just about a fun time at the pool but about developing skills that could very well save your life. Serving students from six months of age to full-grown adults, Marshall Love began educating students at Love Swimming over twenty-four years ago, and his outreach has only grown, with more adults seeking out swimming lessons than ever before. Now open seven days a week, Love Swimming offers comprehensive swimming instruction for recreation and safety, with highly skilled instructors available weekly for first-hand instruction and different levels of classes available for appropriate skill levels. Offering private, semi-private, and group lessons, Love Swimming features heated pools year-round, so you can rest assured that the weather is never a factor in your aquatic education.

To learn more, please visit loveswimming.com to fill out a registration form and sign up for your first class today!

Stuart Hall

Since its founding in 1984, the mission of the Stuart Hall School community is to live the words of Catholic educator Janet Erskine Stuart, RSCJ, “Education is formation, not just information.” Stuart Hall immerses boys in a supportive, character-based culture in which they can thrive inside and outside the classroom. From our boycentered curriculum to our supportive atmosphere to the breadth of extracurricular, athletic, and after-school activities, Stuart Hall’s focus on formation produces young men of character, integrity, and boundless capability.

Learn more at stuarthall.org.

Mount Carmel Academy

The Mount Carmel Academy experience is filled with opportunities for each student to pursue her passions, uncover new talents, grow spiritually, and discover the person God created her to become. Students collaborate with peers, view failures as opportunities for growth, and approach an ever-changing and complex world with an inquisitive mind.

Small class sizes (average of fifteen) ensure an interactive and inclusive learning environment. Students are encouraged to expand their interests as they navigate through more than 50 extracurricular activities and become active participants in the community through the school’s service-learning program. Graduates depart from Mount Carmel Academy with confidence in themselves and a love for each other. They are well-prepared for college and beyond.

Explore the Mount Carmel Academy campus, meet students and teachers, and learn more at an Open House on October 10 from 3 - 7:30 p.m. RSVP on mcacubs.com

Jewish Community Day School

Jewish Community Day School of Greater New Orleans (JCDS) is a coeducational independent school for students ages two months through sixth grade, with seventh grade to be added in 2026 and eighth grade in 2027. Balancing challenging academics with an enriching Jewish Studies program, a JCDS education is interdisciplinary, projectbased, and holistic.

The school’s small class sizes and differentiated instruction ensure each child is valued for their individual strengths. Students take what they have learned at JCDS beyond the school’s boundaries, too, using their education to fulfill the Jewish value of tikkun olam, repairing the world.

JCDS is a nurturing school where families of all backgrounds are welcomed and children are prepared to be engaged, compassionate leaders. JCDS now offers van service from Uptown! To learn more or schedule a tour, please contact us at admissions@jcdsnola.org or call 504-887-4091.

Ecole Bilingue

Ecole Bilingue, the only private, independent French immersion school in Louisiana, offers programs for students from 18 months - 8th grade. Our experienced, nurturing teachers use a project-based approach to help children explore problem-solving and build self-awareness. Our small class sizes allow teachers to understand each student’s learning style and develop students’ foundational skills for elementary school. Our creative program offers students a fun and enriching way to master the French language and expand the way students interact with the world.

Founded in 1998, Ecole Bilingue’s mission is to develop globally literate students through a rigorous, bilingual French-American curriculum set in a nurturing and multicultural community. Learn more about our creative and enriching preschool program at ebnola.net/maternelle. •

Pain Management Specialists

From muscle aches to bone breaks, these local pain management specialists are here to help.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana (Louisiana Blue) is devoted to its mission to improve the health and lives of Louisianians. September is Pain Awareness Month. According to the CDC, back pain is very common. Nearly 40% of U.S. adults report lower-back pain. This typically happens from strain or stress on your spine and back muscles. Usually, you can treat back pain effectively with rest, over-the-counter medicine, and applying heat or ice. Healthy habits like regular exercise,

lifting or carrying heavy objects carefully, maintaining a healthy weight, and practicing good posture can help with back pain, too. If you have back pain without a fall or accident, don’t assume you need an imaging test or X-ray. These often don’t help your healthcare provider treat the pain or make it go away faster. Schedule a checkup and ask your healthcare provider for the best ways to manage your lower-back pain. Learn more at lablue.com. •

Arts & Culture

Whether your pleasure is shopping, dining, or sipping some sweet local brew, New Orleans is brimming with enough culture and art to nourish your days and delight your nights.

Scene by Rhys

Scene By Rhys Fine Art presents the work of Emilie Rhys, a thirdgeneration artist whose unique narrative style belies any clean categorization. The daughter of renowned New Orleans artist Noel Rockmore, Emilie’s work was invigorated upon moving to New Orleans in 2011, kickstarting a whirlwind of work that has dazzled audiences and buyers alike. Her most recent work focuses on Carnival in New Orleans, exploring the subject in vibrant colored pencil drawings.

In 2020, the New Orleans Jazz Museum opened the exhibition “New Orleans Music Observed: The Art of Noel Rockmore and Emilie Rhys,” which examined the lives and work of these two artists and their individual relationships with New Orleans and its musical community. The catalog is available for purchase at local bookstores and at Scene By Rhys. Stop in during “First Fridays on Royal”, when galleries and shops along Royal Street in the French Quarter are open from 5 pm to 8 pm.

Learn more at scenebyrhys.com.

New Orleans Opera

The inaugural New Orleans Opera Festival will run from March 24April 1, 2026, honoring the 230th anniversary of Opera in the Crescent City and presenting a dazzling array of global talent and groundbreaking works. Major productions of this year’s festival include a celebration

of the centennial of Carlyle Floyd, the King of Southern Opera, with a headline performance of his iconic work “Pilgrimage”. The MJT will host the lush and romantic “Der Rosenkavalier”, directed by Olivier nominee MELLY STILL with AMANDA MAJESKI as The Marschallin. GOLDA SCHULTZ IN RECITAL and a river cruise of “Showboat in Concert” will round out the events, with the main attraction, “Dialogues of the Carmelites”, staged at the historic Old Ursuline Convent in the Vieux Carre. Its intimate audience of just 250 per performance will move with the action of the show, presenting an opera which interacts completely with the building and the grounds, bringing one of the oldest forms of performance directly to audiences in a bold, new way.

Learn more at neworleansoperafestival.org.

New Orleans Ballet

Since 1992, the New Orleans Ballet (NOBA) has not only showcased elite dance companies from around the world at the Mahalia Jackson Theatre but has also annually provided tuition-free education, health/wellness, and arts healing programs that educate, train, and nurture ages 4-80+ at neighborhood sites in three parishes.

The upcoming 2025 - 2026 NOBA season showcases artistic excellence at its highest level. Beginning on October 11, the legendary Dance Theatre of Harlem returns with a commanding program bridging classical and contemporary ballet, followed by the soulful and dynamic BODYTRAFFIC on November 15, featuring a rare live collaboration with Preservation Hall Jazz Band in a moving tribute to the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. And in 2025, look out for the New Orleans debut of Argentina’s Tango After Dark, the electrifying theatrical tango experience, in January, and with the return of audience favorite Hubbard Street Dance Chicago in March.

For over 30 years, NOBA has fostered a love of dance in New Orleans and cannot wait to share another exciting season with everyone. To learn more, please visit nobadance.com.

NOLA Coffee Fest

Coffee has been integral to our culture and the business of New Orleans since the 1860s, and the NOLA Coffee Festival loves the people who love coffee.

Setting up shop at the Pontchartrain Convention Center on October 3 & 4, this annual event is designed for professionals and consumers alike to learn a little more about green coffee and all types of roasting and brewing methods. Proudly celebrating all things coffee, the festival is part industry trade show and part culinary school for the education of coffee flavor profiles, farming methods, and the worldwide coffee supply chain. Featuring more than 60 hours of professional coffee seminars and learning opportunities, the NOLA Coffee Festival includes more than two dozen regional (Southern) coffee roasters with free samples and more than two dozen national coffee industry suppliers/manufacturers all under one roof.

Foodies will love the festival, showcasing several unique coffee experiences and demonstrations such as coffee cupping, cold brew extraction, home barista equipment playground, green coffee expo, and our “ask a farmer” presentations. Learning something new has never tasted so fresh.

Learn more at nolacoffeefestival.com.

Art & Eyes

Art & Eyes is New Orleans, LA’s premier provider of the biggest selection of custom eyewear and refreshingly different fashion accessories for people who want to wear stylish frames, handmade clothing, sculpted replacement lenses, artful jewelry, masks, and truly unique accessories. Glasses are about more than just correcting your vision—they’re also a fashion statement for your face! The right eyewear in New Orleans, LA can accentuate your features, complement for style, and give you a whole new outlook on your personal appearance.

Check out our AUTUMNAL METAL MELODY OF FRAMES, PIERO MASSARO, some of the most beautiful and inventive eyewear out there, or gear up with DITA, handmade in Japan, our idea of the perfect Saints glasses.

Discover these incredible selections and more at artandeyesneworleansla.com •

New Orleans Ballet

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Company Artists Kamala Saara and Derek Brockington.

Photo by Nir Arieli

Gulf Coast Home Decor

Make your home the perfect space for relaxation and celebration, with these partners.

1st Lake

Established in 1970, 1st Lake Properties, Inc., and its affiliated companies are the largest developer and manager of multifamily communities in the state of Louisiana. 1st Lake Properties designs, develops, acquires, and manages over 10,000 apartment homes in greater New Orleans, primarily in Metairie, Kenner, and River Ridge, with additional apartment homes in Baton Rouge, the Northshore, and Picayune, Mississippi.

Specializing in high-quality communities, 1st Lake Properties apartments operate under the 1st Lake Properties’ management division. 1st Lake Properties’ foremost goal is: “To provide an ideal living experience for our residents through exceptional customer service and a commitment to the highest standards of quality.” With this approach, 1st Lake has become synonymous with premier apartment living, earning a reputation as a leading force in New Orleans’ multifamily community market. 1st Lake Corporates is the corporate housing division specializing in temporary, furnished apartments for extended stays of 90 days or more.

Visit 1stlake.com for more information.

Exterior Designs

Not sure where to begin with your landscape project? You’re not alone — and that’s where we come in.

Exterior Designs, Inc. by Beverly Katz is a full-service landscape design firm proudly serving the New Orleans area. Known as The New Orleans Courtyard Designer, Beverly brings a unique blend of creativity and problem-solving to every project. From drainage and privacy solutions to permitting, construction, and ongoing maintenance, we transform outdoor spaces into timeless extensions of the home.

With an eye for detail and a passion for quality, our team delivers beautiful, functional landscapes built to last.

Call (504) 866-0276 to schedule a consultation. For inspiration and expert tips, visit exteriordesignsbev.com

Young’s Dry Cleaning

Opening its doors to New Orleans in 1940 and still keeping the city’s clothes clean, Young’s Dry Cleaning has evolved and grown from humble Gentilly roots to three generations of upheld standards and high-quality service. Ever innovating, Young’s Dry Cleaning offers free pick up and delivery services, giving your clothes the five-star treatment with expert garment care at your convenience. Unable to make the trip to your local Young’s location? No problem. Pick Up and Delivery Service routes cover most of New Orleans, Metairie, and the Westbank, while a handy app allows you to schedule pickups whenever is best for you. And even if you need to personally pick up at any time of the day or night, Young’s Express Lockers enables you to quickly and conveniently place and pick up your orders at any metro location utilizing patented technology. In a sense, Young’s is always open for business, upholding their tradition of service 24/7/365.

Learn more at youngsdrycleaning.com.

Gulf Coast Lanterns

Located just a short drive from New Orleans, Gulf Coast Lanterns offers a vast selection of over 3,000 models of gas, electric, and faux flame copper lanterns, with over 150 models on display in their Downtown Covington showroom. Customers see firsthand the high quality of these lanterns—many of unique design—while receiving expert, in-person guidance from knowledgeable professionals.

Homeowners, builders, designers, architects, and developers enjoy the welcome advantage of fast, two-to-five-day delivery times when selecting copper lanterns for their homes or projects. Fast shipping and competitive pricing are both good reasons to make the drive across the lake. All customers can expect to receive the same gracious customer service regardless of project size.

Take the quick drive across the lake to Gulf Coast Lanterns, 401 North Columbia Street in Covington, or skip the drive and view Gulf Coast Lanterns’ products online at gulfcoastlanterns.com. Gulf Coast Lanterns offers fast, free shipping and the most competitive prices on the market. Call 800-910-3275 for showroom hours or to make an appointment.

Val Spaces

I believe a home should feel like you—every detail telling your story. As founder of Val Spaces, I’ve built my boutique design studio on collaboration, trust, and genuine care for the people I work with. Born and raised in Argentina, my design eye was shaped by rich colors, textures, and the beauty of everyday living. Today, I bring that sensibility to each project, blending style with the rhythms of real life. I love uncovering the little things that make a space feel special—like a window seat perfect for morning coffee or a well-placed basket of blankets that becomes the family’s favorite movie-night ritual. My role is to guide you through inspired choices that reflect your personality, meet your needs, and stand the test of time. Together, we’ll create spaces that aren’t just beautiful but feel like home in every sense of the word.

Val Spaces

SEPTEMBER 2025

A new PBS KIDS’ series from Emmy-winning weatherman and host of the TODAY show Al Roker.

Starting Monday, September 8th, the series will air Monday-Sunday at 6:30am on WYES-TV. Stream on wyes.org/live and on the WYES & PBS KIDS apps.

The new show is designed to support kids’ learning about Earth science and meteorology through adventure and comedy. The series centers on Lily Hunter, her family and friends. Lily’s dad is voiced by creator Al Roker.

MORGUS MADNESS

GET READY FOR THE COSTUME CONTEST!

Prizes will be awarded for BEST costumes in the following categories:

BEST Couple – Dynamic duos, power pairs and iconic twosomes!

BEST Homemade – Creativity counts! Show off your DIY magic.

BEST Morgus Show Character – A tribute to the mad genius himself and his cast of characters!

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17

WYES, 916 Navarre Ave., New Orleans | $45…includes hauntingly good food, wicked wine & beer Tickets, sponsorship opportunities and event details at wyes.org/events

Tickets to this event support WYES’ quality PBS programming, award-winning local documentaries and cooking series. Events like this help spread WYES' mission as a vital source of education, information and entertainment — on air and online.

WYES’ commitment to southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf Coast remains unwavering.

However, the loss of federal support means we must now raise significantly more funding to sustain and grow our mission. Public media has always been a shared effort, and now…Your Support Means More Than Ever.

You can donate today by scanning the QR code, visiting wyes.org or calling 504-486-7311. THANK YOU!

Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park

June 19 — June 25, 2026 • 7 Days • 10 Meals

Booking deadline: December 19, 2025

Starting at $4,499: Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers, Round Trip Air from New Orleans

Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside featuring Italy’s Charming Hill Towns

November 14 — November 24, 2026

11 Days • 15 Meals

Booking deadline: April 15, 2026

Starting at $4,999: Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers, Round Trip Air from New Orleans

A New Multi-Part Podcast Remembering the Pioneers of Coastal Preservation

Download and listen on Apple, Amazon Music, Spotify and iHeart. Watch on wyes.org and on WYES’ YouTube channel.

Marcia Kavanaugh is producer and host. Steve Mathies is project consultant and co-host.

In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, the six-part series will feature discussions with coastal experts, scientists, policy makers and non-governmental organization leaders about the early warnings and activities aimed at protecting, restoring and rebuilding the Louisiana coast along with assessing how the steps taken to save the coast have worked so far.

SATURDAYS ON

10:30am CHEF PAUL PRUDHOMME’S ALWAYS COOKING

Chef Paul Prudhomme fuses exciting flavors and ingredients with traditional cooking processes to create authentic yet modern side dishes, entrees and desserts. With WYES Passport, you can watch all 26 episodes anytime, anywhere. Learn more at wyes.org/passport.

5am MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD

5:30am ARTHUR

6am WILD KRATTS

6:30am WEATHER HUNTERS

7am

J. SCHWANKE’S LIFE IN BLOOM

7:30am WOODSMITH SHOP

8am THIS OLD HOUSE

8:30am ASK THIS OLD HOUSE

9am LOUISIANA COASTAL COOKING

9:30am KEVIN BELTON’S COOKIN’ LOUISIANA

10am THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH’S LEGACY

10:30am CHEF PAUL PRUDHOMME'S ALWAYS COOKING

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

10 WEDNESDAY

6pm PBS NEWS HOUR

11am LIDIA’S KITCHEN

11:30am AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK’S ILLUSTRATED

NOON COOK’S COUNTRY

12:30pm CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL'S MILK STREET TELEVISION 1pm GREAT CHEFS

1:30pm STEVEN RAICHLEN'S PROJECT SMOKE 2pm LIFE OF LOI: MEDITERRANEAN SECRETS

2:30pm HOMEMADE LIVE 3pm VARIOUS PROGRAMMING 4pm NOVA

HIGHLIGHT

7pm

BIG CATS 24/7, SEASON 2 “The Rogue Boys/Under Siege” (Part 1-2/6) Return to Botswana’s Okavango Delta to follow the extraordinary lives of lions, leopards and cheetahs. Filming day and night in the heart of the wilderness, an elite team of filmmakers reveals new insights from the secret world of wild big cats. Photo

Credit: Mitch Buckley/ BBC Studios

9pm

SACRED PLANET WITH GULNAZ KHAN “The Heart of the World” (Pt. 1/4) Journey to the sacred world of the Arhuaco people, carriers of a vital message for humanity.

10pm

STREETCAR STORIES illustrates the importance of streetcars in the everyday life of New Orleans before automobiles took over city streets.

11pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

11 THURSDAY

7pm STEPPIN’ OUT

7:30pm BRITISH ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

8pm

FATHER BROWN, SEASON 2 “The Curse of Amenhotep” (Pt. 2/15)

9pm

MISS FISHER’S MURDER MYSTERIES, SEASON 3 “Death-Defying Feats” (Pt. 1/8)

10pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 6” (Pt. 3/6)

11pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

12 FRIDAY

6pm PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm INFORMED SOURCES

7:30pm

LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE’RE IN 8pm

WASHINGTON WEEK WITH THE ATLANTIC

8:30pm

FIRING LINE WITH MARGARET HOOVER

9pm PROHIBITION “A Nation of Scofflaws” (Pt. 2/3) focuses on the challenges and consequences of enforcing the ban on alcohol, highlighting how it transformed lawabiding citizens into lawbreakers and fostered widespread disregard for the law.

11pm STEPPIN’ OUT 11:30pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

13 SATURDAY 6pm

THE LAWRENCE WELK SHOW “Songs of the Island”

7pm ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage Baltimore 2021” (Hour 1)

8pm FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. “Activist Roots and All” Henry Louis Gates, Jr. welcomes Brittany Packnett Cunningham and Anita Hill.

9pm

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE “FDR: The Center of the World/Fear Itself” (Pt. 1/2) The longest-serving president in U.S. history, and leader through the Great Depression and World War II — two of the nation’s worst crises — Franklin Delano Roosevelt is considered by many to be our greatest president. Learn about his 13 years in the White House and more.

11pm

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS “Kacey Musgraves”

14 SUNDAY

7pm

PROFESSOR T, SEASON 4 “You Can’t Kill Me” (Pt. 4/6) Whilst investigating an actress’s stabbing on stage and a young girl is attacked, Jasper grows closer to Helena, and Chloe oversteps the mark.

8pm

MASTERPIECE “Marlow Murder Club, Season 2” (Pt. 4/6) Is the new body a coincidence, or could the killer responsible for Louis Oldham’s death have struck before? As details about the skeleton’s identity emerge, Judith, Suzie and Becks realize they may have been looking in the wrong direction all along. Photo Credit: MASTERPIECE, Monumental Television, and UKTV.

9pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 6” (Pt. 4/6) With the details of Gerry Cooper’s life becoming clearer, new suspects emerge.

10pm

ASTRID, SEASON 3 “The Open Room” (Pt. 4/8) In French with English subtitles.

11pm

ROYAL FLYING DOCTOR SERVICE, SEASON 2 (Pt. 4/8)

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage San Jose” (Hour 1)

8pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage Tucson 2021” (Hour 1)

9pm

EVERYBODY’S TALKIN’ ‘BOUT SAMMY: THE SAM MORGAN STORY chronicles the work of Sam Morgan, a pioneering New Orleans jazz musician and bandleader responsible for some of the first recordings of Black jazz bands in the city. The eight songs he and his band recorded at Werlein’s in 1927 were recently transcribed and are performed in the program by members of the Louisiana Repertory Jazz Ensemble.

10pm

POV “Black Snow” When a Siberian journalist investigates an abandoned mine fire releasing toxic gas and her reporting goes viral, government officials launch a cover-up campaign, putting her in their crosshairs.

11:30pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

16 TUESDAY

6pm PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE “FDR: The Grandest Job in the World/The Juggler” (Pt. 2/2)

over twenty-two years, explores race relations in American society by training a lens on the unique and resilient culture of New Orleans, as represented in their longstanding burial traditions.

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

17 WEDNESDAY

6pm

PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm

BIG CATS 24/7, SEASON 2 “A Pride Divided” (Part 3/6) Under attack from a growing number of intruder male lions, the mums with young cubs must find the rest of the pride. Leopard mum Lediba risks it all for a meal, and the cheetah cubs face danger during a vital lesson in survival.

15 MONDAY

6pm PBS NEWS HOUR

9:30pm

CITY OF A MILLION DREAMS Based on Jason Berry’s celebrated book of the same name, the documentary, filmed

PREMIERE

8pm

NOVA “Human: Origins” (Pt. 1/5)

Around 300,000 years ago, Homo sapiens emerged in Africa – one of at least seven human species alive at the time. Now, we are the only remaining human line, and our impact on the planet is undeniable. In this stunningly cinematic five-part series, paleoanthropologist Ella Al-Shamahi traces the surprising story of human origins.

9pm

SACRED PLANET WITH GULNAZ KHAN “Stopping the Desert” (Pt. 2/4) Gulnaz Khan travels across Africa’s Sahel, where desertification threatens entire communities. Muslims and Christians join forces with scientists, refining traditional practices that promise to hold back the Sahara and its shifting sands.

10pm

THEY SWUNG THEIR PICKS: THE IRISH AND THE NEW BASIN CANAL

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

SUNDAYS ON

11am LOUISIANA COASTAL COOKING

The national cooking series takes viewers on a road trip that celebrates the bounty of Southeast Louisiana and raises awareness about coastal restoration. With WYES Passport, you can watch all 13 episodes anytime, anywhere. Learn more at wyes.org/passport.

18 THURSDAY

6pm

PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm

STEPPIN’ OUT

7:30pm BRITISH ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

8pm

FATHER BROWN, SEASON 3 “The Invisible Man” (Pt. 3/15)

9pm

MISS FISHER’S MURDER MYSTERIES, SEASON 3 “Murder & the Maiden” (Pt.2/8)

10pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 6” (Pt. 4/6)

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

19 FRIDAY

6pm

PBS NEWS HOUR

5am MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD

5:30am ARTHUR

6am WILD KRATTS

6:30am WEATHER HUNTERS

7am LYLA IN THE LOOP

7:30am CARL THE COLLECTOR 8am WASHINGTON WEEK WITH THE ATLANTIC

8:30am LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE’RE IN 9am FIRING LINE WITH MARGARET HOOVER

9:30am INFORMED SOURCES

10am LOCAL DOCUMENTARIES

11am LOUISIANA COASTAL COOKING

11:30am THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH’S LEGACY

NOON ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

1pm RICK STEVES’ EUROPE

1:30pm 100 DAYS, DRINKS, DISHES & DESTINATIONS

7pm

INFORMED SOURCES

7:30pm

LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE’RE IN 8pm

WASHINGTON WEEK WITH THE ATLANTIC

8:30pm FIRING LINE WITH MARGARET HOOVER

9pm

PROHIBITION “A Nation of Hypocrites” (Pt. 3/3)

11pm

STEPPIN’ OUT

11:30pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

20 SATURDAY

6pm

THE LAWRENCE WELK SHOW “Famous Themes”

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage San Jose” (Hour 1)

8pm

FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. “Children of Exile”

9pm

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE “FDR: The Grandest Job in the World/ The Juggler” (Pt. 2/2) See the story of how Franklin Delano Roosevelt restored hope and transformed the role of the government.

11:30pm AUSTIN CITY LIMITS

21 SUNDAY

7pm

PROFESSOR T, SEASON 4 “The Perfect Murder” (Pt. 5/6) Adelaide’s painting is vandalized and the gallery owner killed but Jasper is distracted from the case by learning of the DNA test on him and the Dean.

8pm

MASTERPIECE “Marlow Murder Club, Season 2” (Pt. 5/6) Could the shocking accident at Marlow Sailing Club actually be the perfect murder?

HIGHLIGHT

9pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 6” (Pt. 5/6) Lies unravel as Mel and Asif are taken into police custody, while Juliet becomes desperate to protect Taylor, and herself, from the investigation. Repeats Thursday at 10pm. Photo Credit: MASTERPIECE and Mainstreet Productions; Sam Taylor

10pm

ASTRID, SEASON 3 “Witness” (Pt. 5/8) In French with English subtitles.

11pm

ROYAL FLYING DOCTOR SERVICE, SEASON 2 (Pt. 5/8)

22 MONDAY

6pm PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage San Jose” (Hour 2)

8pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage Tucson 2021” (Hour 2)

9pm POV “The Bitter Pill” follows smalltown attorney Paul Farrell Jr., who takes on pharmaceutical giants in the wake of opioids’ devastation of his West Virginia community, resulting in the biggest civil litigation in U.S. history.

10:30pm

JEWISH NEW ORLEANS Narrated by Lee Zurik, the documentary covers the Jewish community’s evolution from its early beginnings, pre-Louisiana Purchase, to its post-Katrina efforts to rebuild.

11:30pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

23 TUESDAY

6pm PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm

FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. “Mexican Roots/ Children of Exile”

9pm

FRONTLINE “Hurricane Helene’s Deadly Warning”

10pm

VOCES: AMERICAN HISTORIA, THE UNTOLD STORY OF LATINOS “Echoes of Empires” (Pt. 1/3) Join creator and host John Leguizamo on a quest to uncover Latino and Latina heroes and their contributions.

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

24 WEDNESDAY

6pm

PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm

BIG CATS 24/7, SEASON 2 “Reunion” (Part 4/6) Xudum lionesses struggle to feed their cubs as Lediba and Pobe fight to protect their young.

8pm

NOVA “Human: Journeys” (Pt. 2/5) See how Homo sapiens invented new tools to thrive in challenging environments – and meet the mysterious hobbit-like humans they may have encountered along the way.

9pm

SACRED PLANET WITH GULNAZ KHAN “Saving the World’s Forests” (Pt. 3/4)

10pm

11pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

25 THURSDAY

6pm

PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm

STEPPIN’ OUT Host and producer Peggy Scott Laborde welcomes regular guests Poppy Tooker, Alan Smason, plus new roundtable visitors every week to discuss New Orleans restaurants, arts and entertainment.

7:30pm

BRITISH ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

8pm

FATHER BROWN, SEASON 3 “The Sign of the Broken Sword” (Pt. 4/15)

9pm

MISS FISHER’S MURDER MYSTERIES, SEASON 3 “Murder & Mozzarella” (Pt.3/8)

10pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 6” (Pt. 5/6)

11pm AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

26 FRIDAY

6pm

PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm

INFORMED SOURCES A trusted source for analysis of the week’s top news headlines with insights from local journalists covering the major stories of the week. Host is Marcia Kavanaugh. Producer is Errol Laborde.

7:30pm LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE’RE IN 8pm

WASHINGTON WEEK WITH THE ATLANTIC

8:30pm FIRING LINE WITH MARGARET HOOVER

9pm

38TH HISPANIC HERITAGE AWARDS

This historic program, created by the White House to commemorate the establishment of Hispanic Heritage Month in America, is among the highest honors by Latinos for Latinos and supported by 40 national Hispanicserving institutions.

10pm

VOCES “Omara: Cuba’s Legendary Diva” Meet the beloved Cuban singer Omara Portuondo, who has thrilled audiences for over half a century, from the stages of Havana’s legendary nightclubs to her worldwide fame as part of the Grammy-winning Buena Vista Social Club. Pictured: Omara Portuondo performing in Havana in the 1950s. Photo Credit: Omara Portuondo Family Collection

28 SUNDAY

7pm

PROFESSOR T, SEASON 4 “The Warrior Gene” (Pt. 6/6) In the run up to Zelda’s wedding, Jasper is wrestling with his feelings for Helena and Dan becomes obsessed by a dying man’s final words. Zelda has doubts about the wedding and Ms. Snares takes Jasper to Collins’ lecture on the warrior gene.

8pm

27 SATURDAY

6pm

THE LAWRENCE WELK SHOW “Musical Tour of the U.S.”

7pm

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW “Vintage San Jose” (Hour 2)

8pm

FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. “Mexican Roots”

9pm

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE “LBJ: Beautiful Texas” (Pt. 1/2)

11pm

ACL PRESENTS: WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY commemorate the 50th anniversary of Nelson’s taping of the pilot episode of AUSTIN CITY LIMITS. Photo Credit: Scott Newton

MASTERPIECE “Marlow Murder Club, Season 2” (Pt. 6/6) Believing the murder is connected to the ongoing thefts, Judith enlists Becks and Suzie to catch the thieves red-handed. But Suzie inadvertently reveals too much and puts herself in danger. Photo Credit: MASTERPIECE, Monumental Television, and UKTV.

9pm

MASTERPIECE “Unforgotten, Season 6” (Pt. 6/6) Who killed Gerry Cooper? The truth finally comes to light.

10pm

ASTRID, SEASON 3 “Gold Blood” (Pt. 6/8) In French with English subtitles.

11pm

ROYAL FLYING DOCTOR SERVICE, SEASON 2 (Pt. 6/8)

9pm

THEY SWUNG THEIR PICKS: THE IRISH AND THE NEW BASIN CANAL Tells the story of the six-mile New Orleans waterway built by Irish immigrants who endured treacherous conditions to dig the canal beginning in December 1831. Photo Credit: New Orleans Public Library

10pm POV “Porcelain War”

11:30pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

30 TUESDAY 6pm PBS NEWS HOUR

7pm

FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. “Latin Roots”

8pm

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Seasons Change

Voting for success

Dear Hope, Arkansas,

At long last, your namesake season approaches here in New Orleans: the season of hope.

After a traditionally oppressive summer, endless evaluation and generally ill-informed speculation, we finally find ourselves on the verge of knowing whether we will get a quarterback who can return us to the Promised Land – or if we can expect further futility, disappointment and dashed dreams.

And, no, I am not talking about the New Orleans Saints under first-year coach Kellen Moore. I am talking about New Orleans’ other favorite full-contact sport.

I am talking about mayoral politics.

Specifically, I am talking about Oct. 11, which is when voters will head to the polls to select a new mayor after eight years of the jet-setting style of governance exercised by the term-limited LaToya Cantrell.

A runoff, if needed, will be Nov. 15.

Such high-stakes elections can make for an uneasy time in the Big Easy. The attacks, the recriminations, the shamelessness of it all can be as fatiguing as corduroy in August. But given Her Honor’s dismal approval ratings – 27%, according to a June poll – one does not require the assistance of a French Quarter mystic to sense the desire for change among the electorate.

It is anyone’s guess who will win the office overlooking Duncan Plaza, but it will definitely be somebody else. For many, that is reason enough for hope.

A cynic might point out that the last time New Orleans voters dared dream of a bold new direction was back when the Cable Guy assumed

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the reins. It did not go well. We all ended up regretful, and he ended up in the federal pen.

The lesson there: Be careful what you wish for.

Throwing caution to the wind, and to make things easier for the incoming mayor, I thought it might be instructive to develop a short wish list of things to humbly ask of him or her.

It is not much. Basic things. At the same time, it is only fair to acknowledge that if addressing such things was as easy as it sounds, it would have been done by now. Regardless, should our new mayor treat our wish list as a to-do list, the entire city’s enduring gratitude will follow.

For starters, we wish for a mayor who can fill potholes. Not personally, of course (although we will accept all the help we can get). Rather, we wish for a mayor who will do more than shrug and blame the swampy soils on which the city is built for the gaping chasms that prove such a challenge to our beleaguered cars’ sagging suspensions.

A few years ago, a national

pizza chain made headlines when it took it upon itself to smooth things over in New Orleans and other potholestricken municipalities. If pizza guys can come up with such a system, one must think the mayor of a major American city should be creative enough to get it done.

Along similar lines, we wish for a mayor who can keep the pumps pumping.

Granted, that will take a deft display of diplomatic muscle; how such a vital function of government is allowed to remain so politically cumbersome is an embarrassment. We live under sea level, for Scrim’s sake. Keeping our ankles dry should be a governmental imperative.

We also wish for a mayor who will put an end once and for all to the annual reclamation of public land by the entitled masses that claim swaths of neutral grounds for their personal use at Carnival time.

We wish for our trash to be collected as promised.

We wish our service workers

– the lifeblood of our tourist economy – were granted a living wage.

We wish our musicians, Mardi Gras Indians, and Social Aid and Pleasure Clubs – the lifeblood of our cultural economy – had a true and dependable champion at City Hall.

We wish for real, compassionate solutions, not mere human warehousing, to address homelessness.

We wish for something, anything to be done with the Plaza Tower.

We wish, in short, for an end to the dysfunction that has gripped City Hall for so long – and for a mayor who can get basic things done without amassing a largesse of frequent flyer miles.

Most of all, we wish our new mayor good luck. They will need it – but, whoever you are, trust that you have a whole city rooting for you.

And hoping.

Insincerely yours, New Orleans