Café du Monde is the most recognizable New Orleans establishment, serving hordes of hungry tourists and locals 24 hours a day. The humble coffee stand opened in 1862. The menu may be simple, consisting of two items, but they do both well. Order a portion of beignets, French-style doughnuts topped with powdered sugar. Just don't wear a white shirt! Your coffee, an ideal … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: Cafe du Monde
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Film Friday: The Client
Based on the bestselling John Grisham novel, The Client tells of a young man who witnesses the suicide of a mafia lawyer. The district attorney tries to use him to bring down the mob, while his lawyer will go to great lengths to protect him. The film stars Tommy Lee Jones, Susan Sarandon, and the late Brad Renfro. Mary-Louise Parker, Anthony LaPaglia, and William H. Macy play … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Client
The South’s Spookiest Cemeteries
Since the South is an area steeped with history, it makes sense that there would be plenty of spooky stories. In honor of Halloween, we're sharing our picks for the South's spookiest cemeteries. You can explore these cities of the dead and find the graves of the city's notable residents and could even spot a ghost. Oakland Cemetery, Atlanta, Georgia As one of … [Read more...] about The South’s Spookiest Cemeteries
Classic Eats: Louie’s Cafe
Louie's Cafe is a 24-hour diner that has been feeding hungry (and hungover) students at LSU in Baton Rouge since 1941. The current owner, Jimmy, took over in 1977 and you can still see him running the kitchen. Since there are only 60 seats in the restaurant, there's typically a wait, but you'll soon find out that it's well worth it. The Veggie Omelet is what Louie's is … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: Louie’s Cafe
Weekend Guide to New Orleans, Louisiana
While a weekend is never long enough in the Crescent City, sometimes you have to make do. The French settled the area now known as Louisiana in the 1700s, which is one of many influences still prevalent today. The port became a major player in the slave trade and later gained attention during the landmark Plessy vs. Ferguson Supreme Court case. In 2005, Hurricane Katrina … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to New Orleans, Louisiana