Food & Drink

Read on to learn where to get boiled crawfish in the French Quarter. (Photo courtesy Karl Baron on Flickr)

Where to Get Your Seafood Fix for Crawfish Season in the French Quarter

  If you’re lucky enough to visit New Orleans in the springtime, you absolutely must indulge in a local’s favorite: crawfish. Crawfish season coincides with ...
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Enjoy a Special Valentine’s Dinner at Criollo

Nothing says I love you better than a Valentine’s dinner at Criollo. And with Valentine’s Day coming up fast, it’s the perfect time to take ...
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7 New Orleans Mardi Gras Traditions and Their History

As you mark the days until Fat Tuesday, learn about some of the history of most famous New Orleans Mardi Gras traditions.
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Celebrate the holidays in NEw Orleans with a holiday stay at Hotel Monteleone in the heart of the French Quarter

The Top 5 Reasons to Visit New Orleans this Holiday Season

If you’re looking for an extra-special celebration this holiday season, New Orleans has it all. Festive feasts. Dazzling decorations. Spirited concerts. With a December calendar ...
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A Christmas Tradition: Réveillon in New Orleans

Réveillon Dinners in New Orleans are a historic holiday tradition, dating back to the 19th century. Enjoy this Christmas celebration at Criollo Restaurant!
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Criollo's Roasted Turkey dish, available this Thanksgiving at Hotel Monteleone.

Thanksgiving Dinner in New Orleans – Indulge with Criollo’s Prix Fixe Feast

Looking for a spectacular Thanksgiving dinner in New Orleans? You’ve come to the right city. New Orleans knows that no festivity is complete without a ...
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Bananas Foster, a spectacular dessert from Brennan's Restaurant in the French Quarter.

The Best French Quarter Dishes For First-Time Visitors

Everyone knows that you should come to New Orleans with an appetite. But there are some French Quarter dishes that every first-time visitor needs to ...
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Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar, one of the oldest bars in the country and New Orleans' favorite Bourbon Street bar.

New Orleans Bars: A Cocktail Lover’s Guide to NOLA

New Orleans bars are more than just local watering holes. In a city known for its laissez-faire and fun-loving attitude, the cocktail joints are cultural ...
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Local musicians and artists line Royal Street in the French Quarter.

Must-See Spots on Royal Street in New Orleans

Running through the heart of the French Quarter, NOLA’s famous Royal Street has something for everyone. It’s a street that’s always buzzing with excitement and ...
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Jackson Square in the heart fo NEw ORleans' historic French Quarter

It’s Time to Discover New Orleans: An Explorer’s Guide to NOLA

With 300 years of culture, vibrant traditions, and stunning sights, New Orleans is a place you can’t merely visit. It’s meant to be explored. It’s ...
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