gala daftary: "The fried chicken kimchi was great. Their gumbo was delicious. Cute place, great service. The signature cocktails are not to be missed."
Elyce Newton-Brown: "Ask for Margo....she puts a Cuban twist on the sangrias. Eudora Evans and Deep Soul is the band to see....she channels Etta James."
Eater: "Cochon Butcher isn't just a fantastic butcher shop and deli hiding behind the famed Cochon - it's home to crazy good small plates, a decent bar, and the best sandwiches in town. [Eater 38 Member]"
Will N: "6th-largest urban public park in the US, approx. 50% larger than Central Park in NYC. Holds the world's largest collection of mature live oak trees. Founded in 1853, one of the oldest parks in the US."
Michelin Travel & Lifestyle: "Looking to prepare Cajun and Creole cuisine? You're at the right place! The New Orleans School of Cooking in the French Quarter offers 2-hour classes by local chefs. -Travel Editor"
Nicole Cheramie: "If you want to get the best of NOLA cuisine at one experience this cooking school offers demo classes. Watch and eat gumbo, jambalaya, and bread pudding, and take home recipes to make dishes at home."
Hudson Sutler: "Everyone is going to try and tell you to stay near the French Quarter- do yourself a favor and instead stay in the Garden District where the best restaurants, bars and shops are all an easy walk."
Gloria Chin: "best-preserved Southern mansions in the US in this lushly historic district, bordered by St. Charles to the north, First Street to the east, Magazine Street to the south & Toledano Street to the west"
The Ritz-Carlton: "Named for ornithologist and painter John James Audubon, this lushly-landscaped park first opened in 1898. Walk, run, bicycle or relax, all while enjoying the park's abundant wildlife."
Jackie Hammers-Crowell: "This is one of my favorite places to go for a walk. There is a great biking/jogging/walking trail that goes through live oaks, around some ponds and gives nice views all the way around."