[Note: this tour already took place in 2014, but I’ve included the itinerary here in case you’d like more information about my larger, group tours] New Orleans has always held a unique place in my heart. From late nights in the Quarter as a college kid, to lazy rides on the St. Charles streetcar as … Continued
Located in the Hotel Modern, about a 10 – 15 minute walk from the Quarter, this cozy speakeasy right next to the St. Charles streetcar line has one of the city’s more progressive cocktail programs. It’s owned by the same people as Cure, and it’s one of the only places in town specializing in sherry … Continued
You could easily spend time downtown, drinking French 75s and sazeracs, but jump in a cab, spend the $15 and go drink with locals at Cure. This creative, progressive cocktail bar also has a tiny kitchen, but I would suggest landing here for a few rounds first, then walk – or take a short cab … Continued
Owned by the same family behind Commander’s Palace, I love this location, just a few blocks from the Quarter, across from the casino and on the way to the more interesting neighborhoods, away from the tourist throngs. Lu Brow is a master behind the stick, so get whatever she’s whipping up at the bar; the … Continued
From the same team behind Cafe Adelaide, The Swizzle Stick and Commander’s Palace, this French Quarter bar and restaurant – located South of Bourbon – keeps the food pretty simple. Honestly, I think it’s a must to stop here for a cocktail, but the restaurant’s menu didn’t grab me as much. Try a standard sazerac, … Continued