May 7, 2011

Yesterday, I attended the one and only New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. The weather was perfect; sunny enough to put a smile on your face, windy enough you wouldn’t sweat. It was truly perfect atmosphere. Upon entrance, smiling faces greet you from the right and the left waiting to enjoy the music and food. Friday, performances included genres...

May 2, 2011

It’s no coincidence that the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has taken the earthquake-ravaged country of Haiti under its wing. The city and the country share more than just a love of music and culture. They share history and are both survivors, said Richard Morse, lead singer and founder of the Haitian mizik rasin band RAM. “I like to say...

May 2, 2011

Its getting close to Mothers Day! (Sunday, May 8, 2011) . A time to celebrate the wonderful women in all of our lives that we call mother and friend! Here are a few great places to search for gifts and/or bring to dinner/brunch. Some sweets for your sweet mom at Sucre! This was one of my gifts last year to my mom! She loved the macaroons. Perk: Their gift...

Everyone in New Orleans readies themselves for seasonal events and festivals in their own ways. We all have our personal festival prep routines and our “must-brings” to ensure that the good times roll smoothly. Celebrate however you want, but prepare with stamina in mind, especially for Jazz Fest. With 7 days of music, sun and fun, having a few key items will...

Apr 28, 2011

People love jazz fest for a variety of reasons. Some people love the big national acts, some love the local musicians, but others are in it just for the food. What makes jazz fest food so special? It might be the setting, but everything you could want is at the fest. Crawfish, gumbo, jambalaya, poboys, boudin…the list of local and regional specialties...