Know Your NOLA

7th Ward mural chronicles one family’s ‘Epic Journey’, pays homage to an unsung hero

By Noah Ingram | July 2, 2019

“I know he saved those kids’ lives because they were grazed by the bullets,” said Leonard. “But to this day, no official from the city, no police, not really even the news, have ever recognized what he did. So I wanted to do something that would help his legacy live on.”

Between the Lower Garden and Warehouse districts is a thriving neighborhood

By Matt Haines | June 21, 2019

Let’s dig in and take a look at some of the businesses that are making this neighborhood such an increasingly popular place to visit, as well as live.

Quartz brings an international twist to the 24-hour bar scene

By Mary Staes | June 17, 2019

Here, you’ll find a mix of locals and international travelers, and the concoction is magical.

Polly’s Bywater Cafe on St. Claude is a Hidden Gem in Plain Sight

By Paula Echevarria | June 15, 2019

You can tell that the food here is made with care and love, and from that moment on you will have no other option than to return that
devotion.

‘New Orleans gives life:’ Backatown Coffee is a modern boost in a historical, but changing, neighborhood

By Mary Staes | June 11, 2019

This isn’t your average coffee shop in any sense of the word. The high ceilings, light fixtures, furniture and every inch of the community space has been thought out.

73 Distilling’s spirits pay homage to New Orleans neighborhoods

By Mary Staes | June 10, 2019

In the Iberville, 73 Distillery has rum, vodka, whiskey and bourbon (of course) but with a local twist.

Brieux Carre’ brings fun, originality to craft beer brewing in the Marigny

By Mary Staes | May 20, 2019

There are at least 29 different beer places in town where you can get craft beer, but one in the Marigny offers a totally different brew experience almost daily. Here, you’ll probably never drink the same beer twice.

What’s in a name? For Capulet, it ties the community with a modern bar, event space

By Mary Staes | May 15, 2019

While Capulet itself is fairly new, opening just nine months ago, the building it’s housed in has a storied history.

Three barbers bring vegan options to St. Bernard area

By Mary Staes | May 15, 2019

Staples on the menu include things like vegan hot sausage, burgers and fried cauliflower tacos.

Euclid Records: A throwback for music, new opportunity for local bands

By Mary Staes | May 14, 2019

Stepping into Euclid Records is like stepping into the 90s. The walls are pink, the decor is funky, and there is 4,000 square feet of records to dive into.