City Park, NOLA

A must see:

POB.

You can't go to New Orleans without having a world famous Hurricane from Pat O'Briens. I know it sounds like a really bad joke, hurrincanes and New Orleans, but this drink looks declicious. You dont't even really have to have a pre-taste because you know its going to be awesome!

**How to Make an authentic Pat O'Brien's Hurricane

In a 26 oz. Hurricane glass, mix
4 oz. of Pat O'Brien's Hurricane Rum or a good Dark Rum
4 oz. of Pat O'Brien's Hurricane Mix
Fill with crushed ice

Bridal Picnic

This is probably my second favourite wedding I've ever seen. Who doesn't like a picnic. I mean, I haven't been on one since grade 7, but I really enjoyed it! Picnics are so romanticle and pretty, and it creates a great care-free, relaxed environment. Not to mention a tonne of venue space to use and abuse any way you want.

Check out this picnic wedding, photographed by Lisa Devlin, and prepare to fall in love.

Typical.

Just a typical breakfast in New Orleans.
"Brennan's a New Orleans Tradition since 1946"

. Brandy Milk Punch or Creole Bloody Mary

.Southern Baked Apple with Cream

.Eggs Hussarde: A Brennan's Original!One of the dishes that put "Breakfast at Brennan's" on the map. Poached eggs atop Holland rusks, Canadian bacon and Marchand de Vin sauce. Topped with Hollandaise sauce

.Brennan's Hot French Bread

.Bananas Foster: A Brennan Creation and now World Famous -- Bananas sautéed in butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and banana liqueur then flamed in rum. Served over vanilla Ice Cream

.It's traditional to have wine with breakfast at Brennan's -- we recommend: Pouilly Fuisse, Louis Jadot

Brennan's

Eggs Hussarde

Bananas Foster pre

Bananas Foster post

Voodoo.

Learn some of NOLA's cultural customs at Marie Laveau's House of Voodoo. Pick up charms, voodoo lessons, readings and even tribal masks.

Enter at your own discretion. ;)

739 Bourbon St.

New Orleans,

LA 70116

(504) 581-3751

(504) 4VOO-DOO

HouseofVoodoo.orders@gmail.com

SUN-THU: 10am-11:30pm

FRI-SAT: 10am-1:30am

Pillows.

Give your event a homey touch with pillows.

Maison Dupuy Hotel.

Sorry for the absence in posts. I had a busy week, not to mention an interesting weekend. But that's a whole other story.

Back to New Orleans.

I have once again fallen in love with a new hotel. The Maison Dupuy Hotel. It is a quaint hotel located in the French Quarter, that offers beautiful rooms, suites, catering and the most beautiful courtyard. They are famous for their courtyard weddings and events, and let me tell you once you see this pictures you'll see why. It is the prettiest, most secret-garden-like courtyard that I've seen. Beautiful stone and natural light make this courtyard the perfect place for a spring garden party or summer wedding.

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Rustic.

I'm pretty much the farthest away from being outdoorsy, or in other words rustic. I used to see events with big glossy lights, incredibly large centerpieces and sparkle wherever sparkle could be put. Thankfully, I have matured since my glitter phase and broadened my horizons in terms of decor. I have seem to fallen in love with the rustic wedding theme. There are a variety of elements to this theme, and no actual rules to follow which is why I love it so much. Lo is not a big fan of rules!

I've noticed that the venues chosen for most rustic weddings are outdoors. Most of receptions happen in a barn. If you don't have a barn handy, don't fret. Many outdoor venues, like ranches and even some orchards and farms do.

In regards to the decor most of the materials used are natural looking. Everything from twine, mason jars, paper flowers, birch peelings, bark, wooden cake stands, doily like tablecloths, candlelight and paper lanterns can be used in the rustic theme. Flowers work well with this too, probably because they are a real element of nature. DUH. But mixed wild flowers to brighten the theme up very appropriately.

Check out the pictures I sourced below. Maybe they will inspire you to be rustic? Maybe?

Omni. French Quarter.

The French Quarter of New Orleans, is not like Toronto's downtown core. Of course the same hustle and bustle ex hists, but there is no looming shadows of skyscrapers, condo buildings and 34 - storey hotel rooms. While browsing, I came across the Omni Hotel, located on the most popular corner of the French Quarter (St. Louis and Royal). It's historic elegance brings you back to the jazz era, that has never actually left New Orleans.

What I like most about this hotel is the classic ballroom. Its accommodating, seating a maximum capacity of 410. You can see in the pictures below, that the decor, ornate light fixtures, and intricate ceilings reminds me of the Marilyn Monroe movie "Some Like it Hot".

This hotel is truly unique and I think would offer a great addition to your experience in New Orleans.

The Gumbo Shop

How good does Gumbo sound. Even if i didn't know what it was, it would still be a fun word to say. Guummmboo! Well there is no gumbo like the gumbo in New Orleans. The Gumbo Shop, can be found in NOLA's French Quarter and can serve up a mighty fine gumbo. They also have a great jambalaya. The most interesting thing on there menu, is alligator strips in a spicy tomato sauce. I haven't had alligator since I was in Australia last, but I do remember is tasting just like chicken. You should definitely give it a try at some point in your life. Is anyone hungry now??

When in New Orleans

Visit The Gumbo Shop