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The Bower, is pleased to introduce Friday Lunch from 11AM - 2PM. Keeping true to its ingredient-driven menu and exceptional dining, visitors can enjoy a variety of small plates, house-made pasta, and large plates from Executive Chef Marcus Woodham, along with specialty cocktails from Beverage Director Mickey Mullins.
The perfect perch for work lunches and gatherings, The Bower will feature small plate offerings, including Whipped Feta with house pickles and grilled baguette; Bower Potatoes with parsley, lemon, garlic, and avocado buttermilk crema; Spicy Scallop Arancini with red vinegar cucumbers and lemon crème fraÎche; Crispy Gulf Oysters with basil, parmesan, Calabrian chili emulsion, pickled shallots, and frisée (curly endive); and Louisiana Strawberry Salad with little gem lettuce, dry cranberries, sunflower seeds, charred green garlic vinaigrette, Romano, and aged balsamic. House-made pasta and large plate options include Cacio e Pepe with pink and green peppercorns and Parmesan; Basil Spaghetti with green pesto sauce, burrata, preserved lemon, and oven-dried cherry tomatoes; Pappardelle Bolognese with pork, beef, Parmigiano, aged balsamic, and truffle cultured cream; Gulf Fish with green beans, cherry tomato confit, green olive tapenade, and piccata sauce; and Chili Fried Soft Shell Crab Sandwich with marinated tomato, hula pickle aioli, green onion and cilantro on a brioche bun. It’s Friday, so a cocktail or two is always a good option to wind down the week. Sip on house cocktails such as the Old Fashioned with bourbon, bitters, and simple syrup; Aperol Spritz with Aperol, soda, and bubbles; Tom Collins with gin, lemon, soda and simple syrup; White Wine Spritz with white wine, soda and bubbles; Paloma with tequila, grapefruit, lime and soda; a Campari & Soda; mocktail of the day, and House Martinis made to your liking. The menu also offers a variety of white, red, sparkling wine, and beer. WHEN/WHERE: Friday lunch will begin on Friday, March 8th, from 11AM - 2PM. The Bower is located at 1320 Magazine Street. Reservations can be made on OpenTable. The Bower, located in the Lower Garden District, will bring February to a close with Lobster and Bubbles - a decadent five-course dinner menu curated by Executive Chef Marcus Woodham. Priced at $160 per person (plus tax and gratuity), the menu follows:
First Course Crispy Lobster Head, bone marrow and lobster stuffed, lemon and dill emulsion, radish, crusty bread. Trapiche Costa & Pampa Extra Brut Second Course Smoked Spiny Lobster Tail, New Orleans BBQ sauce, roasted garlic and thyme biscuit JC. Calvet Cremant de Bordeaux Brut Rosé Third Course Barrel Cut Beef Carpaccio, heirloom carrots, blueberry, lobster and white truffle vinaigrette Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs Fourth Course Lobster Carbonara, house smoked pancetta, parmesan, radiatori, green peppercorn bubbles Barnaut Blanc de Noirs Brut Grand Cru Champagne Fifth Course Butterscotch Budino, salted lobster caramel Ceretto Santo Stefano Moscato d'Asti WHEN/WHERE: The Lobster and Bubbles dinner will take place on Thursday, February 29th at 6:30 PM. Reservations can be made on OpenTable or by calling (504) 582-9738. The Bower is located at 1320 Magazine Street in New Orleans. Various seasonally festive happenings around town...
MARDI GRAS BBQ MONDAY: MISTER MAO TO HOST GUEST CHEF HUNTER EVANS In celebration of Carnival season, Mister Mao will host a very special Mardi Gras BBQ Monday. The evening will showcase the talent of guest Chef Hunter Evans, a James Beard semifinalist and Chef/Owner of Elvie’s - the Jackson, Mississippi restaurant dedicated to supporting Southern farmers and foodways. Mardi Gras BBQ Monday with Elvie’s will take place on Monday, February 5th, from 5PM - 9PM. Reservations can be made on Resy or by calling (504) 345-2056. Mister Mao is located at 4501 Tchoupitoulas Street in New Orleans. www.mistermaonola.com THE BOWER BAR Just in time for Mardi Gras, The Bower Bar is unveiling a new caffeinated cocktail menu and Mardi-Gras-inspired cocktails that are certain to kick things up a notch! Available Twelfth Night through Fat Tuesday, cocktails will feature an array of house-made brews, matcha, and more, perfectly balanced with ingredients from The Bower’s partner farm, Sugar Roots. Sister location Birdy’s Behind the Bower will offer visitors to enjoy the Mardi Gras Martini with Gambino’s king cake rum cream, vanilla vodka, and amaretto to add a little fun to their night. For additional information, please visit The Bower Bar. The restaurant will also host a special Mardi Gras luncheon on Friday, February 9th from 11 AM – 1 PM. Executive Chef Marcus Woodham has curated a delightful three-course menu priced at $54 per person (plus tax and gratuity). TUJAGUE’S Indulge in the Mardi Gras spirit at Tujague's, the second-oldest restaurant in the city. Executive Chef Gus Martin has crafted a delectable Mardi Gras-inspired dessert for visitors to savor. End your meal with the luxurious Tres Leches King Cake, topped with whipped cream & Mardi Gras sugar for $12. More info MISTER MAO OFFERS MARDI GRAS BAO BOARDS FOR CARNIVAL SEASON Mister Mao will offer revelers to-go Mardi Gras Bao Boards this carnival season. Priced at $200 (feeds 8 people), guests can indulge in:
From February 4th through February 12th, guests must preorder at least 48 in advance and pick up their orders at 4501 Tchoupitoulas Street. More info OSTERIA LUPO OFFERS ON-THE-GO FOOD & DRINKS Located on several of the uptown parade routes, Osteria Lupo will be offering an array of to-go options including Pizze like the Diavola - spicy nduja, jalapeño, and fontina; Quattro Formaggi - mozzarella, gorgonzola, Parmesan and fontina; and the 24-Month Proscuitto di San Danielle with Fior di Latte and basil. Cocktails are also available to-go including signature libations such as the Bandiera Rossa - strawberry, basil, peppercorn and sparkling wine; La Mola - Cimarron Blanco tequila, aperol, grapefruit, lime and Angostura; and the Negroni Bianca - Citadelle gin, Salers Gentiane, Rothman & Winter Apricot, and grapefruit. More info MARDI GRAS HAPPENINGS AT VIRGIN HOTELS NEW ORLEANS Revelers can enjoy a slew of Mardi Gras happenings from January 5 to February 13 at Virgin Hotels New Orleans, 550 Baronne Street. More info PROGRAMMING:
Commons Club will also offer a festive King Cake Waffle ($17) with banana-infused waffle, sweet cream cheese, maple syrup, brown sugar crumble, and banana brulee. Throughout Carnival season, The Chloe will be decked out in abundant Mardi Gras art and decor from The Judy Garlands with featured masks from local Colombian-American artist Basquo Bim who aims to break boundaries and discover new territories through his craft. Bim's goal is to immerse viewers in new worlds, reflecting tensions while providing familiar reference points from temporal and cultural perspectives.
Mardi Gras Tables on the Front Patio Date: Feb. 2nd - 13th (for all 11 parades) Book here Guests can enjoy unparalleled views, comfort, and seamless service right along St. Charles Ave at The Chloe. Each ticket grants access to a table designed to seat four people and includes four accompanying wristbands. Tables become available one hour prior to the commencement of the parade, providing attendees with ample time to secure their spots. Throughout the event, a full-service experience is offered, featuring a Mardi Gras menu for attendees to enjoy. Tables are $500 (including taxes & fees) across all parades. Post-Parade Splash Date: Sat/Feb 10th from 3pm - 5pm Pool party at The Chloe following Krewe of Iris and Krewe of Tucks parades. New Orleans Cuisine on the Front Lawn The Chloe will be offering a rotating menu of local favorites on the front lawn that will feature a Muffuletta on French Bread and Jambalaya throughout the parades. The Chloe Mardi Gras Market (free entry) Curated by Freda Date: Feb 2nd - 11th from 11am - 6pm (closed Mon/Feb 5th) 15+ talented local vendors will be popping up at The Chloe to showcase a costume closet including headpieces, fanny packs and more. Nail Art by M.A.D Nails Date: Feb 2nd - 9th from 11am - 6pm Mardi Gras nail art courtesy of creative nail art superstar Morgan Dixon of M.A.D. Nails. Tinsel Hair with Patti Michiko Date: Fri/Feb 2nd from 2pm - 6pm + Fri/Feb 9th from 11am - 3pm Custom embellished wigs and styling by the talented hairstylist Patti Michiko, from Fifi Mahony’s in Bywater. Hat Couture: A Mardi Gras Pop-Up with La Adorna Date: Feb 9th and 10th from 11am - 6pm Kimpton Hotel Fontenot invites Mardi Gras revelers to come join them on the King Brasserie rooftop terrace along Tchoupitoulas Street for watch parties during four parades passing in front of the hotel and restaurant Friday, February 9, through Monday, February 12, between 6 and 10 p.m.
A prime location along the routes to experience the Morpheus, Endymion, Bacchus, and Orpheus parades, the watch parties on the second-floor terrace will offer attendees access to the parade viewing area, a buffet of food from King Brasserie, swag, and restroom access. Drinks will be available for purchase at a cash bar. Tickets for each watch party are $100 and can be purchased on Eventbrite. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend. WHEN: Morpheus Watch Party: Friday, February 9, 2024, 6 - 10 p.m. | Eventbrite Ticket Link Endymion Watch Party: Saturday, February 10, 2024, 6 - 10 p.m. | Eventbrite Ticket Link Bacchus Watch Party: Sunday, February 11, 2024, 6 - 10 p.m. | Eventbrite Ticket Link Orpheus Watch Party: Monday, February 12, 2024, 6 - 10 p.m. | Eventbrite Ticket Link WHERE: King Brasserie & Bar’s rooftop terrace, 521 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 Commons Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans
Let Commons Club (pictured above) be your destination for a memorable & festive holiday brunch and dinner this Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Enjoy a spectacular feast featuring seasonal flavors prepared by Executive Chef Chris Borges that will warm your heart and delight your taste buds. In addition to the regular a la carte menu, holiday specials include: Christmas Eve Brunch: 11 AM - 2 PM Enjoy brunch and bottomless bubbles at Commons Club on Sunday, December 24th. From seasonal flavors and festive decor to live entertainment by Teena May, you won't want to miss it. Dishes include Sweet Potato Buttermilk Drop Doughnut with marshmallow fluff brulee and toasted pecan maple glaze; Avocado Toast with sunflower seed tahini, shaved vegetable salad, sprouts and seeds, and toasted sourdough; Gulf Shrimp and Bayou Cora Grits with New Orleans style BBQ gulf shrimp, andouille, Bayou Cora heirloom grits, corn and Worcestershire sauce; and Blackened Gulf Fish with Bayou Cora grits, and succotash to name a few. Bottomless Bubbles start at $35. Reservations can be made on OpenTable. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Specials: 5 PM - 9 PM
Tujague’s Celebrate Christmas at New Orleans’ second oldest restaurant on Monday, December 25th, from 11 AM - 8:30 PM. Guests can indulge in a three-course Christmas Day menu prepared by Executive Chef Gus Martin, priced at $65 per person (plus tax and gratuity). First course options include Chicken and Andouille Gumbo with Louisiana popcorn rice and Brussels Sprouts and Mixed Green Salad with shaved red onion, Tabasco pecans, and spiced pomegranate vinaigrette. Second-course dishes include the choice of Gulf Fish Almandine with haricot verts, toasted almonds, and citrus butter sauce; Roasted Maple Leaf Duck Leg with white bean cassoulet, lamb, smoked sausage, and French breadcrumbs; Grilled Filet Mignon with bleu cheese mashed potatoes, asparagus, and chasseur sauce; and Pan Seared Pork Tournedos with smoked sausage cornbread dressing, corn-fried oysters, and rosemary demi-glace. The featured dessert is Traditional Bread Pudding. Tujague’s is located at 429 Decatur Street. www.tujaguesrestaurant.com Compère Lapin James Beard award-winning chef and St. Lucian native Nina Compton invites guests to her flagship restaurant to feast on a delectable three-course Christmas menu from 12 - 3 PM on Monday, December 25th. Priced at $95 per person, the prix-fixe menu includes Crispy Brussels Sprouts with coconut dressing; Jerk Roasted Pork, Coconut Rice and Peas, Christmas Dressing Croquettes, and Rum Cake with hibiscus sorbet. Vegan and vegetarian substitutions are available. Compère Lapin is located at 535 Tchoupitoulas Street. www.comperelapin.com Mister Mao This Christmas Eve, join Chef/Owner Sophina Uong for a delightful brunch experience, as well as a decadent dinner. On Sunday, December 24th, from 11 AM to 2 PM diners can dive into the creative a la carte brunch offerings from the famed "Here Comes the Chuck Wagon'' roving cart. Highlights include Kashmiri Chile Fried Chicken with ancho, arbol, Szechuan, cumin, black salt lime cream, and poor man’s pink pineapple; Fairy Bread with condensed milk, unicorn sprinkles, and fruity pebbles; Bacon Scramble with scallion, ginger, Colby jack and basil; Coffee Smothered Chickpeas with ginger, cumin, and black cardamom, and more. Bottomless mimosas are also available for $35. Mister Mao will also be serving dinner from 5 PM to 9 PM. Treat yourself to dishes such as Grilled Beef Short Rib with sweet potato, salsa verde, pickled onion, and Mawi corn tortilla; Smoked Oyster Mushrooms with smothered corn and 7th ward green curry, and squash fritter; and Wood Fired Puppy Drum with almonds, brown butter cauliflower. Harissa and pepper nage, and crispy kale. Don’t forget to try the killer cocktails with your meal! Christmas Eve hours are from 11 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 9 PM. The restaurant will be closed on Christmas Day. Mister Mao is located at 4501 Tchoupitoulas Street. www.mistermaonola.com Birdy’s Behind the Bower The charming Instagram-worthy spot perched in the back of New Orleans’ Framework building invites guests to indulge in brunch on Sunday, December 24th, from 8 AM - 2 PM. Egg lovers can enjoy Huevos Rancheros with two eggs any style, black beans, slow-simmered chicken in adobo, pico de gallo, cilantro, avocado, and lime crema; Pulled Pork Benedict and Fried Chicken Biscuit with crispy chicken thigh, chicken sausage, country gravy, and sunny side egg. 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 is also available, including Bottomless Mimosas. Birdy’s is located at 1320 Magazine Street. www.birdysnola.com The Pool Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans Immerse yourself in the magic of the season at Virgin Hotel's Pool Club, now transformed into a festive wonderland for the holidays. On Sunday, December 24th, from 10 AM to 10 PM, enjoy the enchanting winter pop-up, Red Hot Holiday. Drawing inspiration from Virgin's signature red, the rooftop pop-up will transport guests into a crimson-themed wonderland, featuring a winter red rose installation, sparkling holiday lights, a selection of festive cocktails, red-themed food menu items, rooftop fireside igloo on The Pool Club terrace, and tableside s'mores. The Pool Club is located on the rooftop of Virgin Hotels New Orleans at 550 Baronne Street. www.virginhotels.com/the-pool-club Sadly, this is Lengua Madre’s final month. In celebration of its final week of service, Chef Ana Castro has put together a special menu featuring favorite dishes from Lengua’s tenure and extra-special holiday touches. This special menu service is two-fold: a celebration of the Lengua Madre staff and the New Orleans community’s support over the last 3 years. On its final night of service, Lengua Madre will host an intimate counter service event from 12-6 pm with wine and cocktails, à la carte food from Ana’s team, and a block party. Reservations can be made HERE.
WHO/WHAT: Mister Mao is known for hosting its wildly popular guest chef pop-up series, a one- night-only dinner series that spotlights visiting chefs, vendors, and more. The inauthentic, tropical roadhouse is thrilled to welcome Chef Finn Walter, 2022 James Beard Semifinalist for Best Chef: Texas, of The Nicolett, the fine dining destination in West Texas. Chef Finn has lived and worked in top culinary cities, including San Francisco, Paris, Napa Valley, Austin, Santa Fe, and New Orleans, cooking in tiny bistros and multiple Michelin-starred restaurants.
Starting off the month of December with a bang, Chef Finn will take over the kitchen for a decadent seven-course feast priced at $125 per person (plus tax and gratuity). The splurge-worthy menu follows: First Course Elk Tartare (juniper, fry bread) Second Course Yucca Churro (caviar, yucca blossoms) Third Course Crab (nopales, xoconostle) Fourth Course Beef Cheek Bao (bluegrass soy) Fifth Course Black Cod (hoja santa, spruce tip) Sixth Course Lamb Neck (in the style of brisket, Fresno pepper piperade) Seventh Course Chocolate (chicory, pinon, Sotol candies) WHEN/WHERE: The Mister Mao and The Nicolett Dinner will take place on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 7PM. Reservations can be made on Resy. Mister Mao is located at 4501 Tchoupitoulas in New Orleans. www.mistermaonola.com. Everyone’s invited to swing in to the holiday market Sip & Shop Pop-Up on King’s rooftop terrace at Kimpton Hotel Fontenot on Sunday, November 19 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to discover and support tons of great local vendors offering unique and artisanal gifts for the holidays.
From clothing and accessories to stunning works of art and crafts to candles and aromatherapy, there will be something for everyone. The event is free to attend and open to the public. Bubbly and other beverages will be available for purchase. And those who come hungry can head downstairs after or before to partake in the delicious lunch menu at King Brasserie & Bar featuring items like the Gulf Oyster BLT, Quiche Lorraine, King Burger, and Croque Monsieur. Reservations to dine are recommended and can be made online at kingbrasserieandbar.com. WHEN: Sunday, November 19, 2023 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. WHERE: King Brasserie & Bar’s rooftop terrace, 521 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 King is open for breakfast daily, 7 - 11 a.m., and for lunch daily, 11 a.m. - 3 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. You can also follow King on Instagram at @kingbrasserienola and Peacock Room on Instagram @peacockroomnola. READ OUR REVIEW OF KING BRASSERIE |
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