If New Orleans is one of the greatest food cities in the world, the French Quarter is its shining star. The French Quarter is the oldest square mile in New Orleans, boasting historic buildings from the 18th century and an unmatched culinary scene. The French Quarter has it all. From budget-friendly delis to century-old fine dining establishments, every block is lined with tasty options to satisfy your price point and taste buds. It’s known for its popular Cajun-Creole restaurants, but the French Quarter is home to many more cultures and cuisines. This is your guide to eating in...

Consistently rated one of the top food cities by U.S. News Travel, New Orleans is known for perfecting Creole dishes, delivering vibrant flavors, and offering one-of-a-kind dining experiences. Influenced by a variety of cultures including French, Italian, African, Spanish, and the Caribbean, New Orleans cuisine pays homage to its heritage while paving the way for a new culinary world. While you might jump to staples like red beans and rice, gumbo, and beignets when you think of New Orleans, there is so much more diversity for visitors to experience in the food scene. In a city with...

In a city that’s known for its one-of-a-kind cuisine, there are a few staples that stand out among the crowd. From beignets to gumbo and plenty in between, you’ll be hard pressed to have a bad meal while in New Orleans. There are many different names for a sandwich, but in Nola, the combination of bread and meat can only mean one thing: the native po-boy. Its ingredients might seem familiar: a loaf, something fried, thin strips of lettuce, and a sauce to bring it all together. But down here in the Bayou, these ingredients transform into the epitome of a New Orleans classic dish. You...

With a long history of culinary, musical, and cultural contributions, New Orleans boasts a vibrant nightlife unlike any other. Experience some of the world’s oldest cocktails in their hometown, catch performances of legendary local musicians, and soak up the city’s rich history at some of the best bars in New Orleans. Whether you’re looking for a gritty dive, live music, or elegant decadence, the Big Easy has you covered. While you’ll have a great kitchen to mix your own cocktail in your vacation rental home, part of the fun of being on holiday is to have someone...

New Orleans is known for many things: Bourbon Street, Mardi Gras, world-renowned cocktails, Creole cuisine, and the French Quarter. Looking for great beer usually isn’t at the top of the to-do list when people visit New Orleans, however, the beer scene is growing quickly and there are many breweries that are worth a visit. At one point in the late 18- and early 1900s New Orleans was actually the brewing capital of the south with over 30 breweries in the city. While the passing of time wasn’t kind to these early brewers since all ended up closing at some point, there has been a resurgence...

A trip to New Orleans isn’t complete until you’ve sampled the beignets. Bite into one of these warm, puffy pillows of fried dough, smothered in powdered sugar, and you’ll be hooked. In case you haven’t yet heard of a beignet yet, the beignet is the official state doughnut of Louisiana, but they’re much more than that. Traditionally, beignets are made from dough that’s rolled thin, cut into squares, and deep fried until they turn golden brown. Then, they’re sprinkled with powdered sugar. Similar to a doughnut but not quite the same, just trust me when I say your...