Top: Veronica with Niece, Photo By: Clairbone Swanson Frank
Bottom: Veronica's Dad, Husband and Brothers-in-law riding in the Rex Parade
Bottom: Veronica's Dad, Husband and Brothers-in-law riding in the Rex Parade
Stay:
Soniat House -Southern Hospitality at it’s best. Don’t miss the coffee and biscuits!
Eat:
Galatoire's -Founded in 1905, it’s one of my favorite old-time restaurants. Order the Oysters Rockefeller andCrabmeat Sardou.
Also, don’t miss:Clancy's,Antoine's,Commander’s Palace (brunch), Jacques-Imo’s (Smothered Chicken),Mother’s (Grits), Port-of-Call (Burger), Central Grocery(Muffaletta),Domilise's (Po-Boy)
Drink:
The Napoleon House -Don’t miss having a Pimm’s cup in the courtyard.
The next stop (you’re in New Orleans, after all!):
The Columns Hotel,
Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop,Snake and Jake’s
SHOP
Krewe du Optic
– This boutique-slash-café serves up super-chic New Orleans-inspired eyewear and killer coffee, alongside a curated selection of art and design books in their lounge.
Royal Street Antiques and Galleries
– Royal Street in New Orleans has been named one of the best street for antiques in the world…for good reason! So many treasures to be found!
Shop ‘til you drop:Graci Interiors,Angelique Boutique,Alex Beard Studio,Faulkner House Books,Pied Nu,Alexa Pulitzer,
Leontine Linens,As You Like It Silver Shop,Papier Plume
SEE
Preservation Hall
– the quintessential jazz venue.
Maple Leaf
– Escape the tourists at this off-the-beaten-path dive bar with all kinds of music from rock to jazz to funk and more.
More live music:Tipitinas,Snug Harbor, BJ’s Lounge, Dragon’s Den, The Spotted Cat
Worth Every Calorie
Gambino's Doberge Cake– my favorite thing on earth, and they ship!
Cafe Du Monde Beignets – breakfast to late night snacks, this sugary treat is worth the mess!
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