Around New Orleans Travel Guide

Cafes & Desserts of New Orleans With so many delicious food choices within the French Quarter in New Orleans, your picks are virtually endless.  But after every great meal comes the best part – the dessert!  When you’re looking for a scrumptious after dinner (or anytime) treat, consider trying these tasty desserts. Since 1862, Cafe du Monde has been the place to people watch and enjoy their world famous beignets.   Just what is a beignet?  It’s a... Read More

Cooking & Cycling New Orleans Style When you’re visiting New Orleans, there are two things that should be on your must-do list – taking a New Orleans cooking class and taking a bicycle tour to leisurely explore the amazing French Quarter and other nearby neighborhoods. Located in a former molasses warehouse dating back to the 1800’s, the New Orleans School of Cooking offers a variety of half-day classes taught by local chefs.  Visitors will learn the... Read More

Jazzing it up in New Orleans Entertainment in New Orleans is only limited by your imagination. In the lively French Quarter, you’ll find everything from jazz and blues music to peep and strip shows to gambling. But if you’d like to experience jazz and blues without all the hype and activity found along Bourbon Street, you should consider venturing off to the Faubourg Marigny area located just down river from the French Quarter.  Here, along Frenchman... Read More