Dessert Time
Still need to come up with something sweet to bring to the Thanksgiving feast? Think outside the pie or cake box and stock up on a pint or two of The Creole Creamery’s Thanksgiving flavors. Think: Caramel apple cider, pumpkin chai, sweet potato pecan pie, hot honey and cornbread, and more. Plus, snag a pint of eggnog ice cream and kick off the holiday season early.
Thanksgiving Libations
In addition to festive Thanksgiving feasts at Chemin a la Mer and Miss River (in the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans), the Chandelier Bar is featuring live music on Thursday, Nov. 23, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. for those looking to raise a glass, get away from the crowd or pre-game festivities in style. The bar’s mixologists will have both classic cocktails and seasonal specials to make the day even more special.
Small Business Saturday
Celebrate “Small Business Saturday” at local shops and boutiques across the city, Saturday, Nov. 25, so be sure to stop by your favorites to support local makers, crafters and business owners. Add in a stop by your favorite café, brunch spot or Saturday afternoon watering hole and support local eateries while you’re out for the day!
Home Malone and Bayou Yacht Club have joined forces for a collab Makers Market that will feature jewelry, art, crafts and more plus Home Malone’s gifting pros this Saturday at the 4610 Magazine St. location, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There’s something for everyone, naughty and nice.
Blue Cypress Books is the perfect stop for your book loving friends and family (or for yourself). The shop will have special offers, surprises and plenty of shopping fun on Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at their Oak Street location.
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art’s museum shop has plenty of unique gift ideas at its annual “Museum Store Sunday,” Nov. 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s a great way to support local and regional artists while ticking off your gift list ideas.
