The weather magically turned warm and sunny for February, and our family ventured out to our first Audubon Zoo trip of the year. After a fun-filled morning enjoying the new exhibits and seeing lions, tigers, and bears, our very...
Yes, the Westbank has good restaurants.
The Westbank is not as bad as everyone makes it seems. It’s not that far from most places, and we have many restaurants and things on the Westbank that other areas do not have.
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A Spot Only the Locals Go :: Check Out Old Town Slidell's Soda Shop
It's not often there's a "Worth the Drive: Slidell" post, but hear me out: Old Town Slidell's Soda Shop.
I've lived in the good ole "Dirty Dell"...
Whether you live on the Northshore (which, we highly recommend) or find yourself in the Mandeville / Covington area visiting Fontainbleau State Park ... we strongly suggest making time to visit these delicious restaurants in Mandeville in Covington.
Two Must...
The hustle and bustle of daily life can be overwhelming. When choosing somewhere to dine, the atmosphere and ambiance definitely come into play. Miss dining on the waterfront, like most of us do when on vacation? Check out the...
When it comes to restaurant recommendations, I feel like the Northshore gets no love. I get it. There are SO MANY great places to eat in the city, and that drive across the lake is just. so. long. (My...
T-Swirl Crepe: Unique and Delicious Dessert in Metairie
My husband cannot stop raving about this place. These sweet crepes are a must try! Bring the kids to T-Swirl crepe for a delicious treat conveniently located on Severn Blvd in Metairie!
The...
Tony Mandina's On The Westbank :: Back to My Roots
I hate to cook. It’s not that I’m not good at it, it’s just that I find the whole process exhausting. It requires time, patience, the ability to follow directions,...
Why This Uptown Gem Should be Your Next Date Night or Girls’ Night Spot
In a former yoga studio, the owners of Costera have opened Uptown’s favorite new Italian spot: Osteria Lupo.
As soon as we found out they were opening,...
The Best Kid Friendly Burger Spots in New Orleans
Who doesn't enjoy a night out when you don't have to fight your kids to eat or keep reminding them of "inside voices" the entire time? Our go-to family night out...
What's the BIG deal? Smalls Sliders!
If you've been living under a shipping container, maybe you haven't heard the news about the newest quick-service franchise to hit the area, featuring smaller than average hamburgers (sliders) and partially owned by the...
A Weekend Away ::
This past weekend, both the New Orleans and Red Stick Moms Blogs were thrilled to spend time at the Southern Hotel. It was a wonderful occasion for our teams to gather collectively to plan a phenomenal 2018,...
There's a New Dine-Gnar in Town!
My husband has long been a fan of microbreweries and taprooms. We make it a point to find local taprooms any time we travel, and he’s collected so many pint glasses over the years...
What mom doesn't love a good moms night out and a good deal?!?! Fortunately, New Orleans offers a variety of great and delicious Happy Hour specials. Here are my top 10 favorite that you need to try ::
1. Cure
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