NEW ORLEANS (press release) – As part of the 2026 New Orleans Wine & Food Experience (NOWFE), Tujague’s – celebrating its 170th Anniversary in 2026 – will host a very special interactive seminar, “The Grasshopper at 170: What Makes a Cocktail Historic.” Invented in 1918 by Philip Guichet of Tujague’s, the mint-colored Grasshopper has become a New Orleans cocktail icon and has been served at Tujague’s using the original method for over a century. Join Beverage Director Allison O’Keefe for a historical exploration, cocktail-making demonstration, and tasting of this classic cocktail.
WHEN:
Friday, June 12,
3 – 4 p.m.
WHERE:
New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District Hotel
859 Convention Center Boulevard
New Orleans, LA 70130
Tickets, priced at $85, and additional programming information are available at https://www.nowfe.com/the-grasshopper
**Guests can also continue Tujague’s 170th anniversary celebration at NOWFE during “Tujague’s Celebrates 170 Years: A Legacy Wine Dinner” on Thursday, June 11, an intimate multi-course dinner honoring the restaurant’s rich culinary history through classic Creole dishes and curated wine pairings. Tickets, priced at $90, are available on OpenTable.
