Marielle Songy
Marielle was born and raised in New Orleans. She thinks it's hard to grow up there and not let the culture and history of the city become part of you.
Whether it be the jazz, food, of fabulous architecture, she thinks most would agree that things are a little spicer down here. You can reach her via email at [email protected].
Sustainable Sipping: How SoBou bartender Amanda Thomas marries tasty cocktails, sustainability
Amanda Thomas, bar chef at SoBou, pushes for her bar experience to be rooted in local flavors.
Turmeric restaurant brings Indian food to the West Bank
Lunch is served as a buffet that changes daily, served from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Yuca rolls, dal makhani, mushroom matar, chicken masala, it’s all here.
Fitness instructor, NOPD officer helps kick off new year fitness goals
Elbert first felt the call to good health in 2015; he was training for fitness competitions when he fell in love with the regime. Soon after, a friend suggested that he try his hand at teaching some of his own classes.
Sweet Soulfood puts vegan twist on favorites that usually aren’t so healthy
Sweet Soulfood, located at 1025 N. Broad, is serving up delicious vegan soul food, cafeteria-style, to put you back on track this holiday season and all year long.
Luna Libre brings Ark-La-Tex flavors together with cozy vibes, local music
Tucked into a cozy space on St. Claude Avenue, at an unassuming corner that holds a lot of history, is a restaurant where music and food collide. Luna Libre is a new Bywater spot that sits somewhere at the crossroads of beautiful art gallery and exotic dining experience.
Quitutes Cuisine brings authentic Brazilian flavors to Arabi
The menu at Quitutes is simple but extensive. The theme here is fast street-food type meals that you can eat on the go.
Homemade pastries and Brocato’s gelato on the Westbank at Amore Bakery
Delicious salads, sandwiches and sweets fill this quaint family-owned Gretna bistro.
Que Rico Cuban Cafe brings the flavors of Havana to Uptown New Orleans
Stepping into Que Rico is like stepping into a cozy café in Havana; the sights and the sounds will welcome you in and the food will have you coming back time and time again.
Cooking for childhood friends to TV audiences everywhere: The story of Chef Toya Boudy
Boudy is the force behind her own private chef services, private cooking classes, an interactive cookbook, her successful YouTube channel, “Cooking with Toya Boudy” and stars in shows that showcase her cuisine along with her fun personality.
Gretna’s Island Paradise offers a taste of the Caribbean on the Westbank
If you’re looking for traditional Caribbean food in a bright atmosphere served by friendly people, then this is the spot for you.