 The NOLA Project theatre company invites you inside the New Orleans Museum of Art
for a contemporary Frankenstein story set in the fiercely competitive art world. Gus is an ambitious artist with his sights set on a major exhibition. Unfortunately, he doesn’t quite fulfill the museum’s desire for “different voices.” With the aid of actor Vanessa, Gus creates the brash Balkonaé Townsend persona. All goes to plan until Balkonaé takes control and Gus must face his creation head-on to ridiculous results. WHITE, written by 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama winner James Ijames, was developed at PlayPenn New Play Conference and received its world premiere at Theatre Horizon (Pennsylvania) in 2017. Universities and regional theatres have mounted sold-out showings of the Terrence McNally New Play Award winner as recently as 2021 – the March 2023 production marks the one-act comedy’s local debut. More information at nolaproject.com/white  Arteiras Art Gallery is excited to announce its grand opening on January 14, 2023. Arteiras is a female owned Gallery and boutique located at 4011 St. Claude, and are proud to be the newest addition to the St. Claude Arts District .
This special event will feature a selection of jewelry and paintings created by owners Malaika ‘Mecca’ Burke and Ana de Ferreira. The atmosphere will be further complemented by musical guests DJ Billy Pilgrim and Dusky Waters. Festivities begin at 6pm and continue until 10. Complimentary refreshments will be available. Whether you’re an avid art collector or simply looking to spend your evening surrounded by beauty, Arteiras Art Gallery promises an unforgettable adventure for everyone. Be sure to join us on January 14th!  Addis NOLA
Dine In: Christmas Eve This Christmas Eve from 5PM – 10PM, Addis NOLA will host Christmas Across the Continent – an array of specialties showcasing the cuisine of African countries. In addition to the regular a la carte dinner menu, guests can enjoy dishes such as Egusi Soup – a staple of Nigeria featuring meat, seafood, kale spinach, scotch bonnet pepper, and ground melon seeds which give a nice creamy and nutty flavor; Chicken Muamba – the national dish of Angola featuring a combination of chicken, peri-peri, and peanut butter; Shrimp Kitfo – a creative twist on the typical dish from the Gurage region of Ethiopia with chopped shrimp, mitmita (spiced chile blend) and herbs, served with flash fried injera; and Jollof Rice – a dish native to Senegal featuring a colorful and flavorful mix of rice, onions, tomato and fish, best compared to New Orleans jambalaya. Diners can wash it all down with libations like the Ethiopian Martini and house made Tej (honey wine) and of course enjoy fresh Ethiopian coffee from the bean roasting ritual on the new restaurant’s Coffee Ceremony Stage. Addis NOLA will be closed on Christmas Day and December 26th. The restaurant is located at 2514 Bayou Road. For reservations and additional information please call (504) 218-5321 or visit www.addisnola.com Tujague’s Dine In: Christmas Eve & Christmas Day On Saturday, December 24th from 5PM – 9:30PM, Tujague’s will feature a four-course menu ($64 per person plus tax and gratuity). Start with a choice of Oyster Pan Roast, Shrimp & Goat Cheese Crepes, or Gorgonzola Pecan Salad, followed by Gumbo du Jour. Entrees include choice of Pan Roasted Gulf Fish Bienville, Grilled Double Cut Pork Chop, Pan Roasted Maple Leaf Duck, and Grilled Petite Filet Mignon. Diners can end the meal on a sweet note with a choice of Crème Brûlèe or Apple Spice Cake. On Sunday, December 25th from 11AM – 9PM, Tujague’s will feature a very special Christmas Day holiday meal. Priced at $67 per person (plus tax and gratuity) the meal begins with Oyster Eggplant Soup followed by a Roasted Beet Salad. For the main course, guests can choose from Roasted Maple Leaf Duck Leg, Pan Seared Pork Tournedos, Gulf Fish Almandine, and Grilled Petite Filet Mignon and finish with a delectable Southern Sweet Potato Bread Pudding. Tujague’s is located at 429 Decatur Street in New Orleans. Telephone: (504) 525-8676; www.tujaguesrestaurant.com Jack Rose Dine in: Christmas Eve & Christmas Day This holiday season, step into one of New Orleans’ liveliest eateries, Jack Rose. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, locals and visitors alike are invited to experience a festive holiday meal, with a range of offerings combining seasonal and Cajun flavors. Thoughtfully crafted by Chef/Owner Brian Landry, the four-course prix-fixe menu ($71-$90, depending on main course) is available on both days and will feature starters such as Crab Cannelloni, Royal Red Shrimp and Prosciutto, Pork Belly, Lamb Meatballs, or Spiced Root Vegetable Latkes; second course selections include Duck Gumbo, Apple & Walnut Wedge Salad, Autumn Pumpkin Bisque, or Kale Caesar; main course choices include Redfish Milanese, Flounder En Papillote, Bone in Ribeye, Seared Scallops, Kabocha Squash Casarecce, and Spiced Duck Breast. Dessert selections include the signature Mile High Pie; Goat Cheesecake; Pecan Tart; and White Chocolate Bread Pudding. Jack Rose will be open on Christmas Eve from 5PM – 9PM and Christmas Day from 11AM – 7PM. Jack Rose is located at the Pontchartrain Hotel, 2031 St Charles Avenue in New Orleans’ Garden District. For reservations, please call (504) 323-1500 or visit www.jackroserestaurant.com/reservations Compère Lapin Dine in: Christmas Day Chef Nina Compton’s award-winning flagship restaurant Compère Lapin will offer a festive menu on Christmas Day from Noon – 4PM. Priced at $85 per person, excluding tax and gratuity, the prix-fixe menu includes seasonal offerings such as Warm Winter Vegetables with Satsuma Vinaigrette; Family-Style Jerk Pork with Collards Greens, Black Eye Peas and Sweet Potato Gratin and Milk Punch Panna Cotta with Black Cake and Sorrel. Compère Lapin is located in The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery at 535 Tchoupitoulas Street. Telephone: (504) 599-2119; www.comperelapin.com Mister Mao Dine in: Christmas Eve This Christmas Eve, Chef/Owner Sophina Uong and partner William “Wildcat” Greenwell are inviting diners to indulge in a Chinese Christmas at Mister Mao. Guests can enjoy Mister Mao’s regular a la carte menu along with specialty dishes including Whole Roasted Fish for the table; Grilled Bok Choy with Chinese black bean & Sichuan chili sauce; and Chaufa de Camarones – shrimp with Chinese-Peruvian fried rice. Guests can also indulge in specialty Christmas cocktails such as the Mistle-Toe-Up! – gin, blackberry shrub, vermouth, rosemary and lime and Coquito – rum, cinnamon, vanilla, coconut cream and eggs. Christmas Eve hours are from 5PM to 10PM. The restaurant will be closed Christmas Day. Mister Mao is located at 4501 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans. Telephone: (504) 345-2056. www.mistermaonola.com Toups’ Meatery Dine In: Christmas Eve This Christmas Eve from 5PM – 11PM, diners can indulge in Chef Isaac Toups’ bold, contemporary Cajun cookery while enjoying inventive seasonal cocktails. In addition to a variety of holiday specials. He full a la carte menu will be available and include fan favorites such as the cracklins, Meatery Board, and double cut pork chop with dirty rice. Christmas libations, created by Head Bartender Kenny Watson will include Mele KaTIKIma – Plantation Pineapple rum, cardamom infused orgeat, fresh smoked pineapple juice and lime, garnished with charred nutmeg. The restaurant will be closed Christmas Day. Toups’ Meatery is located at 845 North Carrollton Avenue in New Orleans. For more information, please call (504) 252-4999 or visit www.toupsmeatery.com The Pool Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans Drink In: Entire Month Bringing some tropical holiday spirit to The Big Easy, Virgin Hotels New Orleans has transformed its 13th floor The Pool Club into A Very Tiki Holiday complete with heated rooftop views. Taking place now through January 5, the pop-up features specialty holiday cocktails, bites, weekly entertainment and plenty of decorations for the perfect photo op. Seasonal cocktail highlights include Tan Lines in Winter - a frozen cocktail made with Hendrick’s Gin, lemon, and house-made falernum; Kona Nutcracker - Seven Tails Brandy, St. Germain, cinnamon, orgeat, pineapple and lime; Birds of a Feather - False River Spiced Rum, Don Q Coconut, cherry brandy and fresh juice; and Miracle on Baronne Street with Ketel One, Cointreau, yuzu liqueur, lime, ginger and cranberry. Virgin Hotels New Orleans will donate $1 of every Miracle on Baronne Street cocktail purchased to Tales of the Cocktail Foundation in support of restaurants, bars and bartenders through various programs. A Very Tiki Holiday is open Sunday through Thursday from 11AM -10PM; Friday and Saturday 10AM – ‘til… www.virginhotels.com/new-orleans/a-very-tiki-holiday/ Commons Club Dine in: Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Commons Club, the social epicenter of the Virgin Hotels New Orleans, is inviting diners to indulge in Christmas Eve & Christmas Day brunch and dinner specials from Executive Chef Alex Harrell. In addition to the regular a la carte menu, holiday specials include: Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Brunch 9AM – 2PM Smoked salmon toast - wheat toast, smoked salmon pate, cucumber, dill, lemon Winter squash hummus - winter squash hummus, roasted carrots, toasted pepitas, Arugula pistou Oscar Frittata - Louisiana Blue crab, asparagus, roasted fingerling, sun dried tomato, herbs, lemon garlic aioli Short Rib Debris & Cornbread Waffle - Braised short rib, demi, cornbread waffle, pickled vegetables, horseradish crema Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinner 5PM – 10PM Classic New Orleans Turtle Soup Steamed Clams and Chorizo Smoked Potato Croquettes - trout roe, fennel pollen, crème fraiche, chives Slow Cooked Beef Short Rib - field peas, charred onions, grilled radicchio, tomato chutney Prime Rib – creamed greens Duchess potato, black truffle jus Roasted Acorn Squash – local tofu, quinoa, dates, arugula pesto Confit Duck Leg – black garlic, roasted cauliflower, pomegranate Pan Roasted Scallops - smoked grapes, celery root puree, caramelized carrot, root vegetables Black Cardamom Rice Pudding – sour cherries, buckwheat crumble Commons Club is located inside Virgin Hotels New Orleans at 550 Baronne Street in the Warehouse District. For reservations, please visit https://virginhotels.com/new-orleans/dine-and-drink/the-commons-club/  Executive Chef Ryan Pearson invites guests to explore the flavors of black truffle through a five-course feast with thoughtfully crafted biodynamic, organic and natural wine pairings. Tickets to the evening are available for $200 (inclusive) and reservations are now open via Resy.
The dinner takes place on Thurs, Dec 15, 7:00 pm @ Couvant (317 Magazine Street, inside The Eliza Jane Hotel) Menu:
 Saba’s Lounge Dinner Series is coming up next week. These specially curated dinners will be like a classic salon meets lively dinner party—a family-style meal with all the hits from Saba paired with wine, spirits, and intimate conversation from some of the team’s favorite makers in the beverage world. Details on the lineup are below; all take place at Saba’s Lounge, the newly opened space that connects with Saba. Tickets can be found on Resy.
Milk & Honey Spirits | Wednesday, November 9, 6PM - 9PM Milk & Honey is an urban distillery located in one of Tel Aviv’s up and coming neighborhoods. Among many other entrepreneurs, innovators, and makers, it is a part of the city’s fabric. M&H gin and whiskey will be featured. Women in Wine | Thursday, December 15, 6PM - 9PM Women are the word. Saba’s team has hand-picked pairings from their favorite women-owned wineries to accompany Saba’s salatim, and the fabulous winemakers will join to share stories and expertise. Kimberley Jones Wine Selections | Thursday, January 19, 2023, 6PM - 9PM Kimberley Jones is a leading California fine wine broker & distributor who will showcase a selection to accompany the evening’s five-course tasting menu.  Some select events for the Halloween season!
TUJAGUE’S Tujague’s restaurant is the birthplace of brunch and the Grasshopper cocktail. In celebration of Halloween, Tujague’s is hosting several spooky happenings in October. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22: KREWE OF BOO PARADE WATCHING PARTY, 6pm-10pm Enjoy an open call-brand bar along with specialty cocktails, beer & wine and an extravagant buffet. Guests will have access to the private balcony, use of indoor seating and access to private bathrooms throughout the evening. Tickets are $150 per person inclusive of tax and gratuity. Tickets are available HERE or by calling the restaurant at 504-525-8676. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28: WITCHES LUNCHEON, 11am-2.30pm Executive Chef Gus Martin has created a three-course menu for the occasion. Priced at $45 per person (excluding tax and gratuity), options include Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, BBQ Shrimp, Gulf Fish Almandine, Grilled Petite Filet Mignon and more. Cocktails will include Bottomless Mimosas ($18) and other spooky specialty cocktails. Reservations can be made through OpenTable or by calling 504-525-8676. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23: DRAG BRUNCH- Poppy’s Pop-Up Drag Queen Bunch, 11.30am Poppy and her fabulous entertainers will perform a show filled with singing and dancing while you enjoy a three-course brunch and bottomless mimosas for $70 per person plus tax and gratuity. The menu will feature Turtle Soup, a choice of Gulf Fish Almandine - haricot vert, toasted almonds, citrus beurre blanc or Duck Hash - poached eggs, sauce choron, and for dessert enjoy Creme Brulee. For reservations click HERE (once on OpenTable please select “Experiences” to reserve) or call 504-525-8676. VIRGIN HOTELS NEW ORLEANS The Warehouse District Hotel will have plenty of programming throughout Halloween weekend for guests and locals to enjoy. The festivities will kick off a week early with Krewe of Boo weekend and continue the following weekend through Halloween. Krewe of Boo Weekend Happenings Include: Friday, October 21: Sorellas’ Boutique Hat Bar & Vintage Halloween Pop-up (3pm-7pm) Sorellas’ Boutique will be popping up at the hotel’s first floor Funny Library Coffee Shop to host a build-your-own hat bar and vintage Halloween costume shop. Guests will be able to create personalized, show-stopping hats with a variety of accessories from ribbon, feathers, trim, buttons, and more, as well as shop for one-of-a-kind costumes. Saturday, October 22: Kendra Scott Pop-Up (11am-1pm) In celebration of Tulane Homecoming Weekend, fashion brand Kendra Scott will be hosting a pop- up at the Funny Library Coffee Shop for guests to shop and enjoy. Saturday, October 22: BOO Bash (2pm-6pm) The hotel’s 13th floor pool and bar, The Pool Club, will host BOO Bash with palm and tarot card readings, caricaturists, costume contests, a live DJ entertainment and a cash bar. This event is free and open to the public. Halloween Weekend Events Include: Friday, October 28: Brunch & BOOs (9am-2pm) Virgin Hotels New Orleans first floor restaurant, Commons Club, will host a Halloween Bottomless Brunch to kick off the holiday weekend. The brunch will feature free-flowing drinks and a DJ spinning everyone’s favorite Halloween tunes. Reservations are encouraged and can be made on OpenTable. Saturday, October 29: BOOlesque Brunch with Trixie Minx (10:30am & 1pm) Brunch festivities will continue on Saturday at Commons Club with Trixie Minx. The burlesque-style brunch will include a two-course menu priced at $45 per person (excluding tax and gratuity). Reservations are encouraged and can be made on OpenTable. Saturday, October 29: BOO Bash (3pm-7pm) The second installment of BOO Bash at The Pool Club. From 3pm until 7pm, attendees will be able to enjoy palm and tarot card readings, caricaturists, costume contests, a live DJ entertainment and a cash bar. This event is free and open to the public.
Elijah Craig Bourbon is pleased to announce its third annual Old Fashioned Week, a ten-day celebration taking place from October 14-23 that invites discerning imbibers to raise a glass to a New Era of the classic cocktail, while also raising money for an invaluable cause. This year, Elijah Craig has pledged to donate $100,000 to the Southern Smoke Foundation, a national nonprofit organization that’s dedicated to providing emergency support and relief to those in the hospitality industry. Additionally, Elijah Craig’s parent company, Heaven Hill Brands, has committed an added $15,000 to Southern Smoke that will directly assist Hurricane Ian relief efforts.
Elijah Craig first launched Old Fashioned Week in 2020 as a means to uplift the hospitality community during a time of need. Now in its third year, Elijah Craig is proud to continue hosting Old Fashioned Week, donating a lifetime total of $315,000 to nonprofits which directly impact individuals in the food and beverage community. “Old Fashioned Week was created in 2020 with two goals: support the hospitality industry at a critical moment of need and create ways for our community to remain connected at a time when we simply couldn’t meet for a drink,” said Max Stefka, Group Product Director at Heaven Hill. “Old Fashioned Week has truly become a nationwide movement with over three-thousand participating bars from every pocket of the country and every facet of the industry. We are grateful to everyone who has supported it and every patron who has raised an Old Fashioned to a great cause.” From October 14-23, participants are invited to join in the celebration and toast to Elijah Craig Old Fashioned Week. As a commitment to partnering with the Southern Smoke Foundation, Elijah Craig pledges to: - Donate $5 for each photo of an Elijah Craig Old Fashioned that’s uploaded to Instagram using the hashtag #oldfashionedweek and tagging @elijahcraig. - Donate $1 for every online sweepstakes registration for the Elijah Craig Cocktail Courier Bar Kit, which features Elijah Craig Old Fashioned syrup and a premium stir set. The Old Fashioned Week Sweepstakes photo contest and online registration can be accessed via social media and www.old fashioned week.com. Additionally, during Old Fashioned Week, more than 3,000 bars across the country will be offering a riff (or two or three…) of the Elijah Craig Old Fashioned, showing their support for the celebration. Guests are invited to use Old Fashioned Week’s “Find A Bar” tool [www.oldfashionedweek.com/find-bars] to locate participating bars in their neck of the woods and partake in the festivities. FIND NEW ORLEANS BARS HERE!  The following New Orleans restaurants are getting colorful with shades of pink, and are giving back this October for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Tujague’s In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Tujague’s will showcase the Pink Lady ($14, pictured) – gin, grenadine, and egg white. For every Pink Lady sold during the month of October, $1 will be donated to Krewe de Pink to help support local Breast Cancer research. Toups Meatery Throughout the month of October, Toups Meatery will feature the Sally Fields Forever cocktail, created by Head Bartender Kenny Watson. Available for $13, the specialty cocktail features a smooth blend of Cathead Honeysuckle Vodka, strawberry shrub, ginger syrup, orange blossom water and lemon juice. For every Sally Fields Forever drink sold, Toups Meatery will donate $5 to the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation with funds to be earmarked for women in the hospitality business who are battling breast cancer. The Bower In honor of all women, for the month of October, Beverage Director Mickey Mullins created the Bower Sour ($14) – a blend of bourbon, house made hibiscus syrup, house made sour, and aquafaba. For every Bower Sour sold during the month of October, $1 will be donated to Krewe de Pink to help support local breast cancer research. Birdy’s For the month of October, Birdy’s has created the Dragon Fruit Paloma ($11) – tequila, grapefruit, dragon fruit, and soda. For every cocktail sold $1 will be donated to Krewe de Pink to help support local breast cancer research. Birdy’s is located Behind the Bower- 1320 Magazine Street, New Orleans www.birdysnola.com Mister Mao Chef/owner Sophina Uong has a very personal reason to GO PINK! Uong recently lost her mother to breast cancer. In honor of her mom and those afflicted with this disease, Chef Uong has created the Lina’s Donuts ($12) - cachaca, fresh lime juice, turbinado simple syrup, red beet puree, served on the rocks and garnished with slices of serrano pepper. Mister Mao will donate $2 to Krewe de Pink.  If you like watching bar skills and displays of dexterity, the Speed Rack Season 10 Finals are heading to New Orleans on Sunday, July 24 from 3-7pm in conjunction with Tales of the Cocktail. 18 finalists from around the country will go head-to-head in a round-robin style competition. This live-action, fast paced event is open to the public, and tickets are on sale now.
 On Sunday June 29th, Bywater American Bistro will welcome Chef Adrienne Cheatham to their pop-up dinner series. Adrienne competed on season 15 of Top Chef, making it all the way to the finale and finishing second. You'll also be able to buy copies of her book. More info here.
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