With only 19 seats available, the intimate and exclusive dinner, crafted by Chef de Cuisine Kathryn Searcy, will feature perfectly prepared dishes paired with vintage wines from Do Ferreiro. The family-style tasting will feature an array of specialty plates not found on the Costera menu, as well as some signature classics. Priced at $95 per person (excluding tax and gratuity).
First Course Vermouth marinated olives Boquerones on sourdough with olive tapenade Crispy sweetbreads with lemon caper relish Jamon Iberico Second Course Seafood Paella Gulf fish with charred scallion aioli, roasted cauliflower & pepitas Papas bravas Escalivada with roasted summer vegetables Third Course Chef's choice of desserts *Wine pairings forthcoming The Costera wine dinner will occur on Wednesday, May 22nd, at 6:30 PM. For reservations, please call 504-302-2332. Costera is located at 4938 Prytania Street. Costera
The wildly popular coastal Spanish restaurant & bar, and sister location to Northern Italian restaurant Osteria Lupo, Costera offers an enticing Happy Hour Wednesday-Sunday from 4PM-6PM. Visitors can enjoy select cocktails ranging from $5-$6, including Basque Terrace with Atxa Rojo, Blanco, or Quilles Rojo Vermouth, tonic, and citrus; Going Back to Kaliwith Fernet Branca, Tempranillo, citrus, and Coca-Cola; Rebujito with La Guita Manzanilla, grapefruit, lime, and soda; The Innocent with Valdespino Fino, lime, and mint; On Wednesdays, We Wear Pink with watermelon, basil, citrus, and cava; and the Costera Dirty Martini with Luksusowa, and house brine blend. Tapas include citrus and vermouth Marinated Olives; Beet Salad with spiced walnuts and Spanish blue cheese; Papas Bravas with aioli and piquillo pepper puree; and beef shank and potato Bombas with aioli and piquillo pepper. All beer and glasses of wine are also half-priced. Costera is located at 4938 Prytania Street. costerarestaurant.com Commons Club Executive Chef Chris Borges highlights a brunch menu of seasonally-inspired dishes rich with influences from the West Coast and the Mediterranean, all with a delightful New Orleans touch at Commons Club. Every Wednesday - Sunday from 9AM-2PM, take part in the bottomless bubbles brunch and relish in the Sweet Potato Buttermilk 9 Drop Doughnut with marshmallow fluff brulee, and toasted pecans maple glaze; Gulf Shrimp & 24 Bayou Cora Grits with New Orleans-style BBQ gulf shrimp, andouille Bayou Cora heirloom grits, corn, and worcestershire sauce; Blueberry and Lemon Waffle - vanilla waffle, blueberry compote sweet lemon ricotta, and powdered sugar; Commons Club Breakfast - bacon or turkey sausage, grits, toast, and two eggs to order; and Mushroom Frittata - roasted assorted mushrooms, tomato truffle essence, farmer’s cheese, and herbs (add smoked salmon for an additional charge). Bottomless bubbles options include mimosas or Veuve Clicquot. The restaurant also offers a variety of specialty cocktails from Lead Bartender Heather Blanchard. Commons Club is located at 550 Baronne Street. virginhotels.com/new-orleans/eat-drink/commons-club Beggars Banquet Named after the famous Rolling Stones album, Beggars Banquet is the Lower Garden District’s new American bar and bistro under the direction of the Dilonno family. Chef Michael Dilonno invites guests to savor Pear Toast with sweet ricotta, roasted pears, hot honey and pecans; Steak and Eggs with two eggs, grilled hanger steak, hash browns, hollandaise, and buttermilk biscuits; Get Shorty with boneless short ribs, poached eggs, English muffin, hollandaise sauce, and potato hash; Stuffed French Toast with cream cheese and fresh strawberries; Crabby Benny with poached eggs, fresh gulf crab meat, remoulade, English muffin, hollandaise, and potato hash; Banquet Breakfast - two eggs any style, bacon, house sausage, hash browns, and buttermilk biscuit; and Mascarpone Grits. Brunch takes place on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30AM - 3PM. The restaurant also offers a variety of specialty cocktails and non-alcoholic options. Happy hour is a good time at Beggars Banquet every Wednesday - Sunday from 4PM-6PM at the bar. Delight in $9 cocktails, including Fish House Punch with rum, cognac, peach, lemon, and tea; Lavender Collins with Fords Gin, lavender, lemon, and bubbles; Paloma with tequila, lime, grapefruit, simple syrup, and soda; Negroni with Ford’s Gin, Cocchi Vermouth, and Campari; Parlor Old Fashioned with Old Forester Bourbon, sarsaparilla, and vanilla; and a Cosmo with Lairds Vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice and lime. $9 bites include Sriracha Cauliflower - lightly battered, tajin, cucumber chips, and greens; Ahi Tuna - 10 spice tuna seared rare, seaweed salad, and wasabi aioli; Fried Green Tomatoeswith burrata, balsamic reduction, baby arugula, extra virgin olive oil, lemon, and sea salt; and $12 sandwiches including Crispy Chicken with key lime aioli, hot honey, and Boston lettuce; and Beggars Bahn Mi - char siu pork belly or charred broccolini, house pickles, cucumber, jalapeno, spicy kewpie mayo and cilantro. $7 house wines and $5 beer are also available. Beggars Banquet is located at 1330 Prytania Street. www.beggarsbanquetneworleans.com Alma Cafe Helmed by Executive Chef/Owner Melissa Araujo, who was recently named semifinalist for James Beard: Best Chef South 2024, Alma Cafe pays tribute to Chef Melissa’s Honduran heritage and celebrates the Central American culture, food, and music Araujo grew up with. Served daily, Monday - Sunday from 8AM - 3PM, diners can enjoy signature Honduran and modern dishes such as Fritas Hondureñas — fried homemade flour tortillas, refried beans, homemade cream, and queso fresco; Baleada Sencilla with two eggs, refried beans, homemade cream, queso fresco, and avocado served on a homemade flour tortilla. Add choice of chorizo, bacon, mushrooms, pork, brisket (extra charge); Melissa's Pancakes with six small pancakes, homemade crema Fresca, strawberry jam, and powdered sugar; La Louisiane Omelet - choice of lump Louisiana blue crab or shrimp, spinach, mushrooms, and herbs goat cheese add or mix both Louisiana blue crab and gulf shrimp; Charlotte Bowl - homemade yogurt, granola, locally sourced berries, seasonal jams, lemon zest, and rose petals; and Celebration of Tomatoes. Alma Cafe also has a variety of killer cocktails by lead mixologist Mark Preston including Alma Cafe’s Chef’s Old Fashioned, Red Rum Paloma, and Smoke Rosemary Negroni Sour. Additionally, visitors can savor an assortment of Honduran coffee. Alma Café is located at 800 Louisa Street in the Bywater neighborhood. eatalmanola.com Birdy’s The charming Instagram-worthy spot serves brunch seven days a week from 8AM-2PM, Monday-Friday, and 8AM - 3PM on Saturday and Sunday. Savor in the Eggs in “Pigatory” with crispy pork belly, sweet peppers, onions, poached egg, and toast; Birdy’s Burger - two smashed patties, crispy onions, aged cheddar, bibb lettuce, tomato, creole aioli, pickles, brioche bun, served with a side salad; Mushroom and Sushi Rice Bowl with lemongrass, house-made kimchi, pickled peppers, carrot, green onion, soft boiled egg, and soy mushroom broth; Bruleed Bananas Foster Waffle with vanilla ice cream, and powdered sugar; and their Brunch Board offers everything you could ever dream of, including donuts, granola, slab bacon, hot coppa, bubble waffle, fruit, seasonal jam, mini cookies, mini pancakes, house syrup, triple crème brie, and soft-boiled eggs. A plethora of brunch cocktails are also on offer, including a rotating Brunch Punch. birdysnola.com The Bower Bar Under the direction of Beverage Director Mickey Mullins, the cocktail program at Bower Bar is one not-to-be-missed, as is the food from Executive Chef Marcus Woodham. Enjoy Happy Hour at the Bower Bar Monday-Friday from 4PM-6PM and sip on $6 house wine and signature cocktails ($5-$7), which include the Classic Martini, Old Fashioned, Paloma, and Frozen Half Pour. Food offerings ($7-$12) include discounted charcuterie plates, cheese plates, cacio e pepe, Bower potatoes, spicy scallop arancini, whipped feta, and truffle bread. The Bower Bar is located in the Framework Building at 1320 Magazine Street. www.thebowernola.com Tujague’s Serving authentic New Orleans cuisine, Tujague’s is the birthplace of the tradition we now know as brunch. Diners can indulge in brunch highlights from Executive Chef Gus Martin, which include Shrimp and Grits - pan seared gulf shrimp simmered in a New Orleans-style BBQ sauce, served over stone ground grits; Gulf Shrimp Remoulade with fried green tomato, pickled red onion, chopped boiled egg, and baby greens; Eggs Madison with chorizo sausage, onion, potatoes and cheddar cheese hash, topped with fried eggs and chimichurri; and Tujague's Chicken Biscuit - fried chicken thigh glazed with Crystal honey sauce, served on a buttermilk biscuit with country gravy. Tujague’s also offers an unbeatable $22 bottomless mimosa deal. Brunch is available Friday from 11AM - 2:30PM; Saturday and Sunday from 10AM-2:30 PM. Tujague’s is located at 429 Decatur Street. tujaguesrestaurant.com Compere Lapin Compere Lapin - the Caribbean-meets-Louisiana restaurant offers a delectable Sunday Brunch from 10:30AM - 2PM. Starters include Tater Tots with crème fraiche and caviar; the famed CL Buttermilk Biscuits with jam and whipped ricotta; a Bagel with tuna tartare, Calabrian cream cheese, and soft herbs; Deviled Egg Toast with bacon chili crunch and greens; and Vanilla Brulèed Grapefruit. Mains include Pork Belly Hash with roasted vegetables; Hot Fire Chicken with biscuits and pickles; French Toast with chantilly cream and rum caramel; Gulf Shrimp and Grits with sauce Creole; and Croque Madame with pimento cheese, hand, and eggs. Guests can end on a sweet note with Nina’s signature Bread Pudding with bananas foster, buttermilk ice cream; and Mango Crème Brûlée with coconut and berries. Enjoy boozy brunch offerings like Sur-prise Me and Flowers for Jackie. A Bottomless Brunch Punch is also on offer for $25 per person. Compere Lapin is located at 535 Tchoupitoulas Street. comperelapin.com Cure Founder Neal Bodenheimer, along with the entire CureCo. team, celebrate the back-to-back inclusion on North America’s 50 Best Bars list: taking the No.47 spot for 2024, as announced yesterday in San Miguel de Allende. Recognizing best-in-class innovation and exceptional guest service, the award further reflects Cure’s dedication to pioneering and advancing the craft cocktail movement. Cure was previously recognized with a James Beard Award for “Outstanding Bar Program” in 2018, and placed in The World’s 50 Best Bars list in 2014 and the North America’s 50 Best Bars 2023 list.
“We are so honored to be recognized again this year. The inclusion validates our commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity, even while holding steady in vision and intent–as a classic cocktail bar,” says Bodenheimer. “I’m so proud of our team and the excellence they embody year-over-year.” Marking its 15 year anniversary in 2024, Cure has continually been celebrated locally and globally as a New Orleans mainstay, championing classic cocktails and thoughtful riffs on tried-and-true standbys. Further, Cure’s menu displays the ingenuity of its bar team, with each member playing a role in developing seasonal cocktails. Tujague’s
On Sunday, May 12th, enjoy Executive Chef Gus Martin’s decadent three-course prix-fixe (priced $46 - $64, based on main entree) Mother’s Day Brunch from 10AM - 2:30PM. Starters include Shrimp & Goat Cheese Crêpes - two crêpes filled with herb goat cheese and gulf shrimp in a rich béchamel sauce; Tujague's House Salad - mixed baby lettuce, red onion, cucumber, feta, and sugar cane vinaigrette; Boudin Balls - house-made, served with pepper jelly; Gumbo Du Jour, and Turtle Soup. Featured Entrees include BBQ Shrimp and Grits - sautéed shrimp, New Orleans-style BBQ sauce, and stone ground grits; Gulf Fish Amandine - sautéed filet of fish, haricot vert, toasted almonds, and citrus butter; Grilled Filet Mignon - 6 oz filet of beef served with potato mash, haricot vert, and chasseur sauce; Crab Cakes and Eggs - two pan-seared Louisiana crab cakes, poached eggs, roasted corn sauce, and sauce Choron; Lamb Chops - house-seasoned grilled rack of lamb, roasted butternut squash, pearl onions, red wine demi glaze, and fresh cut herbs. For dessert, indulge in the choice of Créme Brûlée, Bread Pudding, or Strawberry Shortcake. Reservations can be made on OpenTable. Tujagues is located at 429 Decatur Street in the French Quarter. https://tujaguesrestaurant.com/ Compere Lapin Treat your mother to a memorable Brunch this Mother’s Day at Compere Lapin. On Sunday, May 12th, Chef Nina Compton will offer an à la carte Brunch menu from 10:30AM - 2PM. Enjoy Buttermilk Biscuits with strawberry jam and whipped ricotta; Fried Chicken with biscuits and hot honey; Tater Tots with crème fraiche and caviar; Croque Madame with pimento cheese, ham, and eggs; Gulf Shrimp and Grits with Creole sauce; Bread Pudding with Bananas Foster and buttermilk ice cream; and Mango Crème Brûlée with coconut and berries. Don’t forget to try the Bottomless Brunch Punch for $25 per person and the new seasonal cocktails. Compere Lapin is located in the Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery, 535 Tchoupitoulas Street. Reservations can be made on Resy or by calling (504) 599-2119. www.comperelapin.com. Alma Cafe Executive Chef/Owner Melissa Araujo invites visitors to celebrate Mother’s Day with a delightful a la carte Brunch on Sunday, May 12th. Paying tribute to her grandmother’s cooking with hearty dishes, enjoy creations such as Fritas Hodureñas with homemade flour tortillas, fried refried beans, crema, and queso; Huevos Rancheros with sunny-side up egg, black beans, housemade salsa, salsa macha, homemade crema, and queso cojita served on a homemade corn tortilla; Melissa’s Pancakes - six small pancakes with homemade crema fresca, strawberry jam, and powdered sugar; Baleadas Sencilla with eggs, refried beans, homemade crema, queso, and avocado served on a homemade flour tortilla; and the Charlotte Bowl - house-made yogurt, granola, locally sourced berries, roasted carrots, seasonal marmalade, lemon zest, and rose petals. The restaurant also offers a variety of house cocktails, classic cocktails, beer, dessert cocktails, and red and white wines. Alma Cafe is located at 800 Louisa Street. Reservations can be made on OpenTable or by calling (504) 381-5877. www.eatalmanola.com. Commons Club On Sunday, May 12th from 9AM - 2PM, let your mother experience a brunch of a lifetime with an incredible a la carte Mother’s Day Brunch from Executive Chef Chris Borges. Upon entry, mother’s will receive a complimentary rose, and will be guided to indulge in decadent seasonal dishes. Brunch specials include Shrimp and Asparagus Benedict - toasted English muffin, sauteed shrimp, asparagus, two poached eggs, and brown butter hollandaise; Crawfish Rangoon Egg Roll - three crawfish and cream cheese stuffed egg rolls with a spicy aioli and caramel fish sauce; and Roast Beet Salad with farmers cheese, citrus segments, frisee, fennel, and toasted pepitas. Additional dishes to try include Blueberry and Lemon Waffle - vanilla waffle, blueberry compote sweet lemon ricotta, and powdered sugar; Fried Egg Sandwich - English muffin, applewood smoked bacon cheddar cheese, and fermented chili aioli; and Gulf Shrimp and Bayou Cora Grits. Don’t forget to sip and savor specialty cocktails from Lead Bartender Heather Blanchard. The special day will also feature a live performance by Tra$h Magnolia from 11AM - 2PM. Commons Club is located in the Virgin Hotels New Orleans, at 550 Baronne Street. Reservations can be made on OpenTable or by calling (504) 603-8000. www.virginhotels.com/new-orleans. Beggars Banquet Beggars Banquet will offer patrons a flavorsome a la carte Mother’s Day Brunch from 10:30AM - 3PM. Revel in delicious dishes including Buttermilk Biscuits and Jam with soft butter and house jam; Cream Cheese Toast with figs, fig jam, arugula and sunflower seeds; Bananas Foster French Toast with sliced bananas, dark rum, and banana liquor; Crabby Benny with poached eggs, fresh gulf crabmeat, remoulade, English muffin, hollandaise, and potato hash; Steak and Eggs with two eggs, grilled hanger steak, hash browns, hollandaise, and buttermilk biscuits; and Get Shorty - boneless short ribs, poached eggs, English muffin, hollandaise sauce and potato hash. Beggars Banquet is located at 1330 Prytania Street. For reservations, visit Resy or by calling (504) 766-6711. www.beggarsbanquetneworleans.com. Costera The coastal Spanish restaurant invites visitors to indulge in a special Mother’s Day dinner on Sunday, May 12th, from 4PM - 9PM. Relish in new seasonal items like Braised Duck Breast with charred radicchio, apple fennel, and sour cherry molasses; or feast on a family-style tasting menu. The four-course tasting - priced at $70 per person - includes citrus and vermouth Marinated Olives; blistered Shishito Peppers with arbequina and Maldon; griddled sourdough with Boquerones and green olive tapenade; American red snapper Crudo with preserved citrus, pistachio, and chilies; charred romaine with Vegetables and buttermilk dressing; Mixed Roasted Mushrooms with sourdough and warm egg yolk; seared Yellowfin Tuna with pistachio romesco and shaved fennel; Seafood Paella with blue crab, gulf shrimp, littleneck clams, mussels, calamari, and chorizo; 24 oz boneless Ribeye a la Plancha with charred onion salsa verde; Papas Bravas with aioli and piquillo puree; wilted Broccoli with brown butter, capers, and fried garlic; and a selection of house-made desserts. Cocktails run the gamut from light spritzes to boozy concoctions, and the wine program highlights Old World Spanish and French selections. Costera is located at 4938 Prytania Street. Reservations can be made on Resy or by calling (504) 302-2332. http://www.costerarestaurant.com/. Osteria Lupo Osteria Lupo - the Northern Italian Uptown hotspot - invites visitors to indulge in a delectable four-course lunch and dinner tasting menu for Mother’s Day from 11AM - 9PM. Priced at $65 per person, relish in a selection of antipasti, pastas, and desserts, which includes options such as Burrata con Panna with pistachio, aged balsamic, and grilled focaccia; Marinated Mushrooms with chili, garlic, and oregano; Wood-Fired Oysters with Calabrian chili, garlic, and focaccia; Short Rib Cappelletti with caramelized onion, fennel, and parsnip; Spaghetti alla Chittara with Maine lobster, Trebbiano, and jalapeno; Gulf Fish with fennel, charred cipollini, olives, and chilies; Grilled Hanger Steak with crispy potatoes and salsa verde; and a selection of house-made desserts. Sip on new specialty cocktails, including The Calvino with Buffalo Trace bourbon, apple brandy, St. Elizabeth’s AllSpice Dram, and lemon; and La Mola with Cimarron Blanco Tequila, Aperol, grapefruit, lime, and Angostura. Osteria Lupo is located at 4609 Magazine Street. For reservations, visit Resy or by calling (504) 273-1268. https://www.osterialupo.com. Birdy’s This Mother’s Day, Birdy’s - perched in the Lower Garden District - invites visitors to an appetizing Mother’s Day Brunch from 8AM - 3PM. On Sunday, May 12, indulge in sweet and savory dishes like Huevos Rancheros with black beans, slow simmered adobo chicken, pico de gallo, cilantro, avocado, cilantro and lime crema, and two eggs any style; Bruleed Bananas Foster Waffle with vanilla ice cream and powdered sugar; Pulled Pork Benedict - citrus braised pork, poached eggs, hollandaise atop an English muffin; Louisiana Crawfish Melt with pepper jack cheese and caramelized trinity on a brioche bun; and the Birdy’s signature Brunch Board - a decadent spread fit for kings with donuts, granola, slab bacon, hot coppa, bubble waffle, fruit, seasonal jam, mini cookies, mini pancakes, house syrup, triple cream cheese, and soft boiled eggs. Birdy’s is located at 1320 Magazine Street. www.birdysnola.com. Who: The Sazerac House, the home of cocktail history in New Orleans, is partnering with Traveller Blended Whiskey, a new blended whiskey made in a collaboration between Grammy award-winning artist Chris Stapleton and Sazerac’s Buffalo Trace Distillery
What: In celebration of Festival season and the melodious mix of music that takes over New Orleans, the Sazerac House is launching limited-time only tastings and experiences to share the art of blended whiskey. Inspired by Traveller Whiskey, the Sazerac House will welcome guests for “The Art of Blending Experience” as well the Traveller Tasting Experience, a dedicated Traveller Whiskey sampling station in the first-floor lobby. These elements, combined with extended hours to welcome post-Jazz Fest, pre-late show guests, mark a new phase of offerings for the Sazerac House—hosting exhibits tailored to special, only-in-New Orleans celebrations of music and memories. The experiences will include: Extended Festival Season Hours: Nothing ends a day at the Fairgrounds better than cold air-conditioning and a refreshing cocktail, and the Sazerac House will be welcoming in guests after Jazz Fest is over for the day and before they head out to late-night shows with extended hours for the Traveller Tasting Experience and the lobby gift shop, where guests can purchase everything from festival finery to their favorite spirits, all in one convenient downtown New Orleans location just steps from the Jazz Fest shuttle stops. The Art of Blending: Using a top-secret selection of whiskeys from Buffalo Trace Distillery, guests will be guided through the whiskey blending process by Sazerac House experts, ending with their own personalized blend alongside a reveal of the beloved whiskeys they’ve been working with. A true five-sense experience, the Art of Blending Experience primes the guests for a multi-sensory adventure in New Orleans, whether they’re heading to the Fairgrounds or to an after-hours show. Traveller Tasting Experience: In celebration of the launch of Traveller Whiskey, the Sazerac House will host a special, fully immersive, Traveller tasting experience for guests to sample the delicious flavors of Traveller Whiskey. Where: Sazerac House, 101 Magazine Street When: Extended Festival Season Hours: Traveller Tasting Experience and Gift Shop Open until 10:00 pm each day from April 25th to May 5th, 2024. Expanded tour hours on Monday, 4/29, Tuesday 4/30 and Wednesday 5/1 with final tour starting at 5:30 pm. The Art of Blending: Daily from April 25th to May 5th at 11:00 am, 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm Traveller Tasting Experience: Daily from April 25th to May 5th during Sazerac House open hours. Tickets are available online at www.sazerachouse.coms Since returning to New Orleans in 2023 and taking over the helm at Commons Club - the flagship restaurant and social epicenter of Virgin Hotels New Orleans - Executive Chef Chris Borges has melded his passion for Mediterranean cuisine with his West Coast technique and the local flavors of New Orleans to offer guests season-forward fare. This Spring, Chef Chris is debuting a new menu highlighting locally sourced ingredients from Louisiana purveyors.
Every Wednesday - Sunday, from 9AM -2PM, guests can enjoy an array of tempting Brunch offerings, including Sweet Potato Buttermilk Drop Doughnut with marshmallow fluff brulee and toasted pecans maple glaze; Mushroom Frittata with roasted assorted mushrooms, tomato truffle essence, farmer's cheese, and herbs; Bagel Plate with smoked salmon, whipped cream cheese, red onion cucumber, fried capers, and dill; Blueberry and Lemon Waffle - vanilla waffle, blueberry compote, sweet lemon ricotta, and powdered sugar; Grilled Cheese Sandwich - sourdough bread, fontina, arugula, pesto, eggplant, zucchini, balsamic radicchio, and a side salad; Fried Egg Sandwich - English muffin, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, fermented chili aioli, and a side salad; and Quinoa Bowl with Spring peas, sugar snaps, radishes, cucumbers, dukkah, and herbed buttermilk dressing. The new dinner menu spotlights a variety of the freshest seasonal ingredients. New dishes include Green Garlic and Artichoke Soup with Little Moon Oysters + crackers and sunchoke oil; Spring Pea Salad - endive radishes, cucumber, rye berry dukkah, and herbed buttermilk dressing; Spaghetti and Meatballs - pappardelle pasta, veal meatballs, fava beans, Porcini Madeira, and parmesan; Rabbit and Green Onion Sausage Cabbage Rolls with carrot puree, spiced mustard, and fermented baby turnips; Striped Bass with artichoke, fingerling potato, Gordal olives, and nettles spring onion soubise; Grilled Hanger Steak with gigante beans, asparagus, pimento, and salsa verde; and Blackened Rack of Lamb with rice grits, spring peas, kale, and cauliflower masala. READ OUR INTERVIEW WITH CHEF CHRIS! Commons Club is located at 550 Baronne Street on the ground floor of Virgin Hotels New Orleans. For reservations, visit OpenTable or by calling (504) 603-8000. WHAT: Join King Brasserie & Bar for a new, weekly Queen’s Brunch event that will feature a unique beverage menu inspired by female distillers and wine makers along with King’s delicious brunch menu offerings. Starting on Saturday, April 20, celebrate like a queen and visit King Brasserie to enjoy New Orleans-inspired brunch items and a selection of tasty beverages.
On the third Saturday of every month – April 20, May 18, June 15 – Queen’s Brunch patrons will also enjoy live music from singer Sasha Masakowski. Born and raised in New Orleans, Masakowski is an American jazz singer and the daughter of a concert guitarist and pianist. Queen’s Brunch featured cocktails – created by lead bartender Ally O’Keef – include spirits made by female master distillers and incorporated into a delicious concoction. Neptune Sky is made with Bombay Sapphire gin by Master Distiller Dr. Anne Brock. The cocktail also includes St. Germain, blueberry, lavender, honey, lemon and sparkling wine. Caribbean Courtyard is made with Santa Teresa 1796 rum by Master Distiller Nancy Duarte. The cocktail also includes banana, mango, apricot, vanilla and oat milk. Queen’s Brunch also offers a 3-course Queen’s Tasting, which is also offered with an optional beverage pairing. First Course Yellowfin Tuna Toast with crab fat, cucumber, Calabrian chili and brioche Or Asparagus & Tahini with grilled snap pea, fava bean tapenade and pistachio *Château Pesquié “Les Terrasses” Blanc Viognier, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc Provence, FR 2021 Second Course Vadouvan BBQ Shrimp with braised lentils, spring pea and radish Or Mother Grain Risotto with toasted quinoa, farro, parmesan and pistou *Dagueneau & Filles “Les Pentes,” Sauvignon Blanc Pouilly-Fumé, FR 2021 Third Course Banana Pecan Paris-Brest with choux, praline, brulee banana Or Sorbet of the Day *Royal Tokaji Red Label, 5 Puttonyos, Tokaj, Hungary 2017 Reservations are recommended and can be made online at kingbrasserieandbar.com. There you’ll also find more details on the brunch menu at King Brasserie. WHEN: Queens Brunch is every Saturday | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Performances by Sasha Masakowski | April 20, May 18, June 15 WHERE: King Brasserie & Bar at Kimpton Hotel Fontenot 521 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 King is open for brunch daily, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. Dinner is served Sunday through Thursday, 5 - 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 5 - 10 p.m. Happy hour is daily, 5 - 7 p.m. More information on King can be found at kingbrasserieandbar.com Commons Club to Host Jazz Fest Burlesque Brunches
Commons Club, the bustling restaurant on the ground floor of Virgin Hotels New Orleans, will host two sensational Jazz Fest brunches. On Sunday, April 28th, from 10AM - 2PM for $40 per person, guests can get their drag and burlesque fix with a two-course prix fixe Jazz Icons Burlesque and Drag Brunch with Trixie Minx. Relish in new Spring brunch dishes from Executive Chef Chris Borges. Showtimes are at 10:30AM and 2PM. On Saturday, May 4th, the restaurant will host The Burlesque Brunch Strikes Back - a Star Wars-themed burlesque brunch from 10AM - 2PM. Visitors can enjoy a two-course prix fixe brunch for $40 per person. For both brunches, unlimited mimosas are available for an additional $35 per person, or opt to “Build Your Own Mimosa” with a bottle of sparkling wine and an array of juices ($65). Reservations can be made on OpenTable or by calling (504) 603-8000. Commons Club is located at 550 Baronne Street. https://virginhotels.com/new-orleans/eat-drink/commons-club/ Beggars Banquet Offers Free Jazz Fest Shots Named after the Rolling Stones’ famous album, it’s only fitting that this Lower Garden District dining gem commemorates the Stones’ appearance at Jazz Fest 2024. From Thursday, April 25 - Sunday, May 5th, festival-goers who bring proof of attendance (ticket, wristband, Brass Pass, or VIP lanyard) can belly up to the bar for a complimentary shot! Aptly named Beggars Can’t Be Choosers, the boozy concoction crafted by Head Bartender Josa Lazas, will remain a surprise but will feature top-tier spirits, house-made ingredients, and perfectly balanced flavor. Also on offer and available for purchase, is the Under My Thumb specialty fest-inspired cocktail - a twist on a Brandy Milk Punch featuring brandy, candied pecan orgeat, and heavy cream. Stick around for dinner, brunch, or light bites and enjoy dishes such as Fried Green Tomatoes with burrata, balsamic reduction, and arugula; Mushroom Toast – an array of mushrooms, cipollini onion, caper pesto, crispy garlic, and shaved radish atop of toasted focaccia with cured egg yolk; Pan Seared Scallops with crab hash, potatoes, bacon, onions and Old Bay aioli; and Fresh Gulf Fish. Beggars Banquet is located at 1330 Prytania Street. The restaurant serves dinner Monday – Sunday and weekend brunch. Closed Tuesdays. www.beggarsbanquetneworleans.com Tujague’s Hosts Bonne Femme & Bubbles The birthplace of brunch and the Grasshopper cocktail, Tujague’s is gearing up for Jazz Fest with a very special Bonne Femme & Bubbles Brunch on Sunday, April 21st from 10AM - 2:15PM and during dinner services from 5PM - 8:30PM. Executive Chef Gus Martin will highlight a special menu priced at $52 per person (excluding tax and gratuity). Indulge in an all you can eat and drink with Chicken Bonne Femme, sides, plus unlimited Bouvet Sparkling & Bouvet Excellence Brut Rosé. Tujague’s is located at 429 Decatur Street in the French Quarter. Reservations can be made on OpenTable or by calling (504) 525-8676. https://tujaguesrestaurant.com/ Virgin Hotels New Orleans Virgin Hotels New Orleans is teaming up with lifestyle music brand, Soul In The Horn and cheeky odor-eliminating spray, ~Pourri (from the makers of the Original Before-You-Go toilet spray, Poo-Pourri) to bring The Funk Factory - a series of high-energy after-parties during the city’s iconic Jazz & Heritage Festival. The after-parties will showcase a mix of top-tier local talent and renowned global DJs, such as Natasha Diggs & DProsper, making it the ultimate music experience for festival-goers. From May 1st - 5th, the schedule follows: Wednesday, May 1 | 8pm - 12am Featuring Natasha Diggs, Maurice “Mobetta” Brown Band and L3Ni Thursday, May 2 | 8pm - 12am Featuring Natasha Diggs, Tondrae Kemp & Friends w/ Marcus Machado, Chris Rob + Joe Blaxxx and Soul Sister Friday, May 2 | 8pm - 12am Featuring Natasha Diggs with a tribute to Casey Benjamin Saturday, May 4 | 8pm - 12am Featuring Trumpet Mafia Performance and DProsper Sunday, May 5 | 2pm - 7pm Featuring SANA, L3NI, Horn Players, and Black Dynamite Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans is thrilled to present an authentic celebration of Louisiana culture at Crawfish Fête featuring live music by Grammy-nominated local legends, the Pine Leaf Boys. Crawfish extraordinaire Billy Link of the great culinary Link family will be boiling onsite for a true-to-Louisiana afternoon of hot crawfish, cold beverages, and high-energy Acadian music. Four Seasons welcomes locals and visitors to join in its traditional Crawfish Fête on Saturday, April 20, from 2-5 p.m.
Guests can enjoy fresh-out-the-pot crawfish with all the fixings and regional fare by Four Seasons culinary team. The crawfish, boiled by Billy Link and sourced from his family farm, are grown and cultivated in off-season rice fields and feed off the rice straw to produce a sweet, meaty crawfish tail. “We are passionate about sharing this rich, local culture with our Four Seasons guests and celebrating alongside the community,” said Mali Carow, general manager of Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans. “Crawfish Fête will be an authentic taste of Louisiana. In addition to bringing in some very special crawfish from Link Farms, we cannot wait to dance along to the Pine Leaf Boys for an unforgettable afternoon.” The event will feature long wooden tables set in a layout that encourages communal dining and interaction, encapsulating the spirit of a traditional Louisiana crawfish boil. This is an opportunity not only to savor the exquisite flavors of local cuisine but also to partake in a cultural experience that celebrates the vibrant community spirit of New Orleans. Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans will host Crawfish Fête on Saturday, April 20, from 2-5 p.m. in the Garden. Tickets, which include event admission, valet parking at the Hotel, crawfish, regional fare and beverages, are available for purchase online for $195 per person, plus tax and fees. A limited number of tickets will be sold, so guests are encouraged to purchase early. Boulevard American Bistro French Quarter is pleased to announce new menu items. “Local Favorites” are now available on the lunch and dinner menus.
“Our French Quarter location provides us with the unique opportunity to cater to both locals and visitors alike,” said Chef Steven Marsella, Culinary Director. “These new menu items are certainly local favorites, but also something our visitors have been asking for, so we are excited to share them on this menu.” New appetizers include Alligator Tacos with an Abita Beer batter, chipotle slaw, spicy remoulade, and pickled onions; Louisiana Crawfish Bread with artichoke, grana padano, and Monterrey Jack; and Gulf Shrimp & Grits with a peppery butter sauce, and creamy stone ground grits. The new entrees added to the menu are Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee with a rich Cajun gravy and popcorn rice; Creole Jambalaya with roast chicken, andouille sausage, and sauce piquant; and Crab Cake & Shrimp Alfredo. Creamy Stone-Ground Grits are also now available as a side item. In addition to the new menu items, Boulevard hosts Prime Rib Tuesday from open to close and $8 martinis daily. Boulevard French Quarter is located at 534 St. Louis Street and is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. |
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