NEW ORLEANS – This year, Ochsner Eat Fit celebrates its 10th anniversary. In 2013, Ochsner Health registered dietitian Molly Kimball founded Eat Fit NOLA, collaborating with local chefs to identify and develop nutritious menu options for those looking to eat…
NEW ORLEANS — Chef Jaryd Kase will open Bodega New Orleans in early April at 3633 Annunciation Street. The New York native is bringing his gourmet corner store concept to the site of the former Barcia's Grocery, a family-run poboy…
NEW ORLEANS — No doubt, there will be books and documentaries galore about last week’s Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank failures, which rank as the second and third worst in U.S. history. Right now, everyone just wants to know…
NEW ORLEANS — Nina’s Creole Cottage, a new restaurant from chef Nina Compton, is now open at Harrah’s New Orleans. The quick-service option joins Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay and PizzaCake by Buddy Valastro to complete the collection of celebrity…
NEW ORLEANS – The W New Orleans French Quarter has appointed Derek Tueller general manager. Tueller will oversee all operations of the hotel, including its onsite restaurant 3rd Block Depot, as well as lead the upcoming renovation of the property. …
NEW ORLEANS – The Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans has announced the completion of an extensive interior renovation that includes a redesign of the lobby, guestrooms, meeting spaces, fitness center and food and beverage spaces. Since 2012, the 254-room…
METAIRIE – McCord Butchery celebrated its grand opening on March 9 at 210 Veterans Boulevard. Representatives of the Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission, Jefferson Parish Council and Jefferson Chamber of Commerce attended the festivities. Chef Sam McCord and his wife,…
HOUSTON — Urban South Brewery has announced a partnership with Ben E. Keith distribution to reach more consumers in the greater Houston area. "Ben E. Keith is eager to build on Urban South’s successful Houston tap room by partnering to…
NEW ORLEANS (press release) — The New Orleans Pelicans have reached an exclusive rights broadcast agreement with Crocodile Broadcasting Corporation to broadcast games live on a Spanish language radio broadcast. "Tropical 105.7 is excited to add the New Orleans Pelicans…
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans public television station WYES celebrates Leah Chase, the “Queen of Creole Cuisine,” in a new 26-part national cooking series featuring members of the legendary chef’s family. “The Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy” shares dishes prepared…
NEW ORLEANS — Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, located in the Central Business District, has announced the March 30 opening of its three-meal French brasserie, King. The new restaurant is part of the hotel’s expansion into the building next door, which will…
NEW ORLEANS – Real estate developer Green Coast Enterprises has announced the addition of three new members to its team. Shelley Flick is GCE’s new finance and operations manager, Brandon Brown is food and beverage projects manager and Michael Wong…
NEW ORLEANS – The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and the New Orleans Opera Association have announced the joint appointment of Mariah Forde to the new role of assistant director of communications. In this role, Forde will work with both organizations to…
NEW ORLEANS — Urban South Brewery has announced the launch of a collaboration with rapper Juvenile (Terius Gray) to create a new beverage: Juvie Juice, a hard version of a half lemonade, half iced tea. “Juvie Juice is inspired by…
NEW ORLEANS – Current Crop Roasting Shop will celebrate its official grand opening at 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 1 at 3931 Magazine Street. The store will offer products and experiences to help customers learn more about the art and science…
NEW ORLEANS — The 2023 New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University kicks off on Thursday, March 9 with a double session from 5-7 p.m. featuring Eric Holder and Michelle Miller and Walter Isaacson and Bill Gates at McAlister Auditorium…
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — An appeals court has struck down a federal fisheries management rule requiring operators of privately owned charter boats in the Gulf of Mexico to equip their vessels with tracking devices, a victory for a group of…
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans & Company, in partnership with Dentsu Creative, was awarded a Gold Addy for Best of Show - Mosaic at the American Advertising Federation’s 2023 American Advertising Awards. The winning entry was New Orleans & Company's…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (press release) – The National Trust for Historic Preservation and American Express recently announced the third installment of the “Backing Historic Small Restaurants Grant Program,” which will once again award $1 million in grant funding to 25 recipients…
NEW ORLEANS – The Jefferson Chamber of Commerce will host the Black & Gold Gala on Friday, March 31 at the Saints Training Facility at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center. The annual gala is presented by Ochsner Health and hosted…
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NEW ORLEANS — Seaworthy restaurant is now helmed by James Whitehead, who was previously executive chef at Maison de la Luz and Bar Marilou and, before that, worked at John Dory Oyster Bar in New York. “James brings a thoughtful,…
NEW ORLEANS — Mardi Gras bead collection boxes will be located at the front gates of the Audubon Zoo and at the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center. The beads will be recycled by Arc of Greater New Orleans and then used…
NEW ORLEANS — From Tulane University: The New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University has revealed its official 2023 poster by New Orleans-based artist Alex Beard. A painter and author, Beard is best known for his elaborate wildlife compositions created…
NEW ORLEANS — In a sign of the times, the 2023 Jefferson Chamber Annual Meeting began and ended with discussions related to the state’s ongoing insurance crisis. The breakfast event took place Feb. 16 at the Alario Center in Westwego.…
NEW ORLEANS — On Feb. 18, the Disney Magic is embarking for the first time from New Orleans. The cruise ship is scheduled for 12 cruises, including four-, five- and six-night Western Caribbean sailings continuing through through April 10. Destinations…
NEW ORLEANS — Here are some notes about Mardi Gras from New Orleans & Company, a destination marketing organization that promotes New Orleans to the world: Strong Visitation - At New Orleans & Company, our primary focus always will be on…
NEW ORLEANS – On Feb. 15, the Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority authorized President Jerry Reyes to negotiate an amendment to the Master Development Agreement with River District Neighborhood Investors to allow the developers to bring entertainment…
NEW ORLEANS — From the Blue Krewe: The Blue Krewe has recently added 300 new pedal-assist e-bikes to the Blue Bikes fleet. “Whether you’re here for a good time or a long time, Blue Bikes is the go-to way to…
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (March 27 through April 1) has announced NOEW Fest, a celebration within a celebration that will feature live music and cultural entrepreneurs. NOEW 2023 is produced by the Idea Village, a nonprofit business…
METAIRIE — From the Gulf South Index, a monthly report produced by The Ehrhardt Group and Causeway Solutions: Streaming has taken over media. According to the Gulf South Index, 53% of Gulf South residents spent two hours or more per…
