With a fast-approaching Carnival season upon us, we have what feels like zero time between the holidays and parading to settle into the new year, take time to reflect and set intentions for 2024. (See Shop Talk on pg. 10 for transitional décor help.) We often hear it said that we should not simply focus […]
I don’t love New Year’s resolutions. It’s the resolution part that does it for me. It feels so inflexible and rule-like. However, I do like the concept of continuing to grow, learn and evolve. So instead of a resolution, what if we refresh, rethink or reimagine specific aspects of our lifestyle? We can reframe the […]
January – May Every Monday January through March Opera Guild Home Tours Benefits: Women’s Guild of the New Orleans Opera Tickets: $20, 25% discount for LA residents with ID Location: 2504 Prytania St. Contact: 504-529-2278 x234, neworleansopera.org/womens-guild-of-the-new-orleans-opera-association January 19 Blush Ball 2024 Benefits: Pussyfooters Tickets: $45 Location: 310 Andrew Higgins Blvd. Contact: 504-896-2345, pussyfooters.org January […]
While every wedding is unique, one thing is always certain: the bride wants to look her best. The right makeup artist can help a bride’s vision for her look come to life. Local makeup artists Dorian Hatchett, Meggan Ory, Dee Rouzan and Javetta White offer advice sure to help brides shine throughout the celebration. The […]
Always one of Lighthouse Louisiana’s top events, the year’s Soirée de Lumière didn’t disappoint. Held Sept. 14 at the Audubon Tea Room, the elegant setting provided just the right backdrop for the fundraising festivities. Emcee and live auctioneer Chuck Mutz of Black Tie Auctions, whose incomparable energy kept the mood up, particularly during the live […]
This is just one of hundreds of beautifully enlightening experiences that have been shared with us over the years, reflecting on the benefits of going alcohol-free. It’s rare that one single behavior shift can have such a life-changing impact on our mind and body. This type of testimony is also why the annual Alcohol Free […]
The Cancer Crusaders, an all-volunteer group founded in 1976, has raised more than $5 million for cancer research in New Orleans. Proceeds from the annual fundraisers and donations from community organizations are equally divided between LSU and Tulane cancer centers. One of the events that helps it raise money is its Celebration of Life Luncheon, […]
Among the newly-launched collection of fragrances from Kendra Scott, the Ruby Musk Eau de Parfum is a romantic woody scent, with notes of rose, bergamot, pink pepper, olibanum and spicy hints of mandarin oil. Kendra Scott, 5757 Magazine St., 504-613-4227, kendrascott.com. From Paris-based brand Trudon, the perfume “II” is all about new beginnings thanks to […]
Take a bow Le Petit Theatre, as this beloved institution had yet another banner year with a wonderful season of shows and on the night of Sept. 8, a successful benefit, The Curtain Call Ball. The entertaining fete started at Tableau restaurant, where cocktails, noshing, mingling, mixing and a silent auction took place. Guests then […]
New Orleans nostalgia was the name of the game for the WYES Gala: “Once Upon A Time In New Orleans” presented by the Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust on Sept. 14. Held at the WYES studios, different areas were decorated in homage to favorite city landmarks. For example, Bali Ha’i, the famed restaurant at Pontchartrain […]
My 7-year-old son has a fierce little friend named Sally. She routinely bosses my headstrong boy around and it’s fantastic! But, last year during the second week of January, we invited Sally over and she directed some of that sass towards me. She strutted into our living room with a bemused expression on her face […]
Clients may initially be drawn to Martha Pearson’s eye, but they come to trust her ear as well. Working across the residential and commercial spectrum, Pearson appreciates the bonds formed through intensive design projects like full home renovations. “Those are so fulfilling at the end… especially how you become a marriage counselor halfway through the […]
Fresh flowers add cheer and life to your home, but may be harder to come by during winter. The incredibly gorgeous and life-like blooms from Marais Paper are crafted by hand and available for custom orders and bouqets. Offered in a range of colors through Marais Paper and in-store at The Good Shop and Home […]
Racquet sports are the height of style both on and off the court. Inspired by seventies sportswear, this versatile tech knit mesh jacquard tennis jacket features a retro racquet print and sporty striped details at the collar, cuffs and waist. Tory Burch, 333 Canal St., 504-581-6623, toryburch.com. Put your best foot forward in a pair […]
Why pick one king cake when you can taste many? With that philosophy in mind, Courtyard Brewery (1160 Camp St.) is the spot to be on Jan. 11 when it hosts the King Cake Fest. Bakeries, pastry chefs and others will be on hand with their best versions of this Carnival-time-only confection. The festivities, which […]
In December 1924, George W. Bohn opened the Bohn Motor Company in New Orleans in its temporary location on Carrollton Ave. A year later, their newly constructed showroom designed by Emile Weir opened on Washington Ave. and Broad St. as a Ford agency. Within a year of opening, Bohn Ford was setting sales records, earning […]
An involved, dedicated member of the New Orleans community – and a brilliant consultant – Kevin Wilkins and his team have helped hundreds of local organizations reach their goals and thrive. He recently used these skills to bring together hundreds of people to help support Louisiana children in a major way. After a career with […]
WRBH 88.3 FM Radio’s A Blind Taste benefit is known for its gustatory charms, and this year, of course, did not disappoint. The event on Sept. 11 at La Petite Grocery — now in its ninth year hosting — featured a five-course meal, which included: warm bitter greens salad with Gulf shrimp paired with an […]
I suspect I have plenty of company in feeling poisoned by the excess of the holidays. In the interest of virtue, I approached Ben Triola, who was recently promoted to Executive Chef at The Chloe (a fun place for excess), asking that he share his recipe for Grilled Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad. Despite its relative […]
What features 12 delicious locations with a truly scrumptious finale? Project Lazarus Bon Appétit on Sept. 9. This popular progressive dinner has area supporters, this year 12, create different feasts at their homes with the dessert party finale at Generations Hall. Desserts were donated from places such as Ayu Bakehouse (savory and gluten free bites), Aunt […]