5 Restaurants You Have To Visit This August During Coolinary New Orleans

It’s no secret that cuisine is an integral part of New Orleans culture. Anytime New Orleanians can dine, socialize, and support a good cause, we’re there. COOLinary New Orleans is an inaugural culinary event that takes place every August. During COOLinary, an array of New Orleans restaurants offer specially curated menus at unbeatable prices. Restaurant goers can enjoy two-course lunches for $25 or less and three-course brunches and dinners for $45 or less. COOLinary features over 60 exquisite restaurants, but we’ve selected our top 5 restaurants you must visit during this magnificent culinary experience. View our list below! *Photo Courtesy of COOLinary New Orleans Antoine’s Restaurant Antoine’s is a world-famous, family-owned New Orleans restaurant that offers traditional French-creole cuisine. As the oldest restaurant in the city, countless notable figures have dined at Antoine’s and enjoyed their delicious Oysters Rockefeller dish. Their amazing COOLinary menu will include Alligator Bisque, Slow Roasted Creole Pork Loin, and Louisiana Strawberry Basil Bread Pudding.  For Antoine’s Restaurant's full COOLinary New Orleans Menu and Info, click here! *Photo Courtesy of COOLinary New Orleans Barrilleaux’s Restaurant and Wine Bar Located in the charming Marigny, Barrilleaux’s is a family-owned restaurant that is passionate about family, superb cuisine, and fine wine. Barrilleaux’s Restaurant and Wine Bar prides themselves on making their guests feel like family and ensures their patrons will always feel like they are one of their own. Barrilleaux’s COOLinary menu will offer Cannoli Stuffed Beignet, Muffalettas, and Eggplant Molli. For Barrilleaux’s Restaurant and Wine Bar's full COOLinary New Orleans Menu and Info, click here! *Photo Courtesy of COOLinary New Orleans Gris Gris Restaurant Featuring refined, Southern cuisine and local favorites, Gris Gris has become a staple restaurant in New Orleans. Gris Gris serves classic New Orleans favorites such as shrimp and grits, chicken and dumplings, oysters, and redfish court-bouillon. Their signature dish, the Oyster BLT,  features fried gulf oysters, smoked pork belly, tomato jam, and arugula. Gris Gris's delectable COOLinary menu will include Bruleed Goat Cheese Salad, Crispy Catfish And Spiced Pecans, and Bourbon and Sugarcane Peach Cobbler. For Gris Gris Restaurant's full COOLinary New Orleans Menu and Info, click here!   *Photo Courtesy of COOLinary New Orleans Pascal’s Manale Restaurant On the corner of Napoleon Avenue and Dryades Street sits Pascal’s Manale. From the very beginning, Pascal’s Manale Restaurant was a family affair with a mission to fuse Creole and Italian cuisine. Pascal’s is world-famous for its BBQ Shrimp and Parmigiana dishes. Through the years, Pascal’s has gained notoriety as one of New Orleans's must-dine restaurants. Pascal’s COOLinary menu will feature BBQ Shrimp and Grits, Veal or Chicken Parmigiana, and Grilled Fish Orleans. For Pascal’s Manale Restaurant's full COOLinary New Orleans Menu and Info, click here! *Photo Courtesy of COOLinary New Orleans Red Fish Grill Restaurant  Named one of the nation's "Best Seafood Restaurants" by Travel + Leisure, Red Fish Grill is a premier seafood restaurant located in the heart of the French Quarter. Red Fish Grill is known for their fantastic seafood dishes and quality pieces of fish. Their motto is “Friends don’t let friends eat frozen fish.” You won’t ever have to worry about your seafood dish not being fresh at Red Fish Grill. Their delicious COOLinary menu will consist of Crab and Avocado Toast, Crab Croque Madame, and Lavender and Peach Crème Brûlée.  For Red Fish Grill Restaurant's full COOLinary New Orleans Menu and Info, click here! Be sure you visit Rêve’s Top 5 COOLinary New Orleans picks! The culinary event runs from August 1st-31st. For more information and a complete list of participating restaurants visit www.coolinaryneworleans.com!  

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4 New Orleans Hotels To Have The Ultimate Staycation

With so many great things to do in New Orleans, this city is the perfect place to be a tourist in your own town. Staycations are a great way to indulge in some much-needed R+R, fun activities, and enjoy the ambiance of your own city. Not only are staycations an awesome way to pamper yourself, but they help to support your local economy. Read our recommendations of the best staycation destinations in the city. *Photo Courtesy of Four Seasons New Orleans Four Seasons Located in the heart of Crescent City, Four Seasons New Orleans is a spectacular luxury hotel that offers wonderful accommodations for the entire family. Originally the World Trade Center and International Trade Mart, Four Seasons New Orleans is a landmark recognized by the National Register of Historic Places. While at the Four Seasons New Orleans, you’ll dine on innovative Louisiana cuisine, relax by their resort-style pool, and enjoy the best 360 views of the city.  *Photo Courtesy of Royal Sonesta New Orleans Royal Sonesta The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is located on the world-famous Bourbon Street. Promising its guests timeless elegance and southern refinement, Royal Sonesta embodies the spirit of New Orleans. This sophisticated resort-like hotel is a hub of jazz, vibrant nightlife, and authentic hospitality that you will love. The best part about staying at The Royal Sonesta? They offer a special rated Staycation Package for locals.  *Photo Courtesy of Windsor Court New Orleans Windsor Court Named the best hotel in New Orleans by Travel + Leisure for 2022, Windsor Court is the ultimate destination for a luxury self-care staycation. Offering amenities that include a fabulous spa, high-tea at Le Salon, and a saltwater rooftop pool, the resort-style hotel is excellent for a solo getaway. Since the Windsor Court is in close proximity to the French Quarter, you’ll be near all of the city’s hot spots and action. *Photo Courtesy of Kimpton Hotel Fontenot New Orleans Kimpton Hotel Fontenot Located Downtown, the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot is one of the latest hotels to join the New Orleans scene. This sophisticated yet trendy hotel is a contemporary lover’s dream. Hotel Fontenot offers that one-of-a-kind New Orleans spirit, but with a twist. If you’re looking to feel as if you escaped New Orleans for a while, then this is the staycation destination for you.  Enhance Your Staycation Don’t forget to bask in the festive atmosphere of the city while enjoying your staycation. Visit a museum or go see a play at Saenger Theatre. With live music and delicious food at every corner, your New Orleans staycation will prove to be just the getaway you need. We guarantee you’ll return home feeling recharged, rejuvenated, and fall in love with New Orleans all over again.  We hope you have enjoyed our list of New Orleans staycation recommendations. Be sure to book one of these amazing hotels for your next staycation and remember to tell them Rêve | Realtors sent you!  

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How-To Host The Perfect Summer BBQ

3717 Carondelet Street, Listed by Jamie Hughes Here in New Orleans, we have many loves, but our love for gathering with family and friends while enjoying delicious food is at the top of the list. Summertime and BBQs, or cookouts as we call them, go hand and hand. We can’t imagine the summer without enjoying a great time filled with music, food, and fun in our backyards. If you’re looking to take your backyard bbq to the next level this summer, we’ve got you covered! Check our tips for hosting the perfect summer BBQ below. Turn Your Cookout Into An Experience Your Guests Will Never Forget Don’t just host a gathering for your family and friends, create an experience for them! Everyone loves a good theme. Minor tweaks such as adding a few colorful decorations to your yard or asking your guests to wear a particular color will take your party from a gathering to a full-on event, all while creating memories of a lifetime. Add A Few Unexpected Dishes To The Menu When you think of a BBQ, you automatically think of hamburgers, hotdogs, and ribs. Surprise your guests by adding a few unexpected items to your menu list. We recommend adding grilled sweet potato skewers or mushroom burgers to your list of dishes. Your vegan partygoers will thank you, and everyone else will be delighted by these twists on their favorite summertime dishes.  Allow Your Guests To Make The Playlist Music at a Summer BBQ is a must. You can’t have a party without adding good tunes to the mix. Unless you’re a certified DJ, curating a playlist that everyone enjoys can be a tad challenging. Remedy this by asking your guests to add a few of their favorite songs to the playlist. Doing so will allow guests to add their personal touch to the event, which they’ll love.  Make An Outdoor Hand Washing Station  The only downside to hosting an event is the constant flux of guests going in and out of your home. Minimize foot traffic by setting up an outdoor hand washing station. All you need is a small table and a water cooler, then place soap and paper towels nearby. Your guests will adore the cute station, and you’ll have less to clean once the party is over.  We hope you have enjoyed these tips! Wishing you a summer filled with cookout fun!  For more fun tips, visit our Rêve blog! *Written by Deveney Marshall of Mara Creative Agency

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