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Toups Family Meal (TFM), Chef Isaac and Amanda Toups’ non-profit dedicated to providing food security for families in need, is excited to host its first annual Thanksgiving Meal Box Drive on Saturday, November 23rd. Delivering free Thanksgiving grocery meal boxes to 1,500 New Orleanians, Isaac, Amanda and their team of volunteers are working hard to ensure that no family in New Orleans goes hungry this Thanksgiving.
That Saturday, from 3PM-5PM, volunteer delivery drivers will set out in their vehicles to deliver box meals containing all the fixings for a traditional Thanksgiving meal: A whole chicken with just enough time to thaw for the big day, along with classic sides like collard greens, potatoes, mac n’ cheese, cornbread, and dessert. Additionally, in keeping with the theme of the holiday season, the boxes will include a milk chocolate advent calendar. This special treat will allow families to experience the added joy of being able to count down the days to Christmas! To donate, click here. To register to be a volunteer driver, click here. Follow Toups Family Meal on social media @toupsfamilymeal WHEN/WHERE: The Toups Family Meal Thanksgiving Meal Box Drive will begin at the TFM distribution facility, located at 845 North Carrollton Avenue in New Orleans. The drivers will depart at 3PM and distribute throughout the city until 5PM. Get ready for the holidays at BABs with 'How to Host the Ultimate Holiday Party' – a unique, hands-on holiday hosting workshop. For this event, Chef Compton and lead bartender Rick Powanda will guide participants through the art of creating an unforgettable holiday gathering.
Priced at $150 per person (excluding tax and gratuity), guests will enjoy:
 Fresh off their Gambit 2024 Best of New Orleans top local theatre company win, Crescent City Stage is serving up a festive masterpiece guaranteed to warm your heart and spread holiday cheer.
Now in its second year, this production of Patrick Barlow’s adaptation of 'Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol', brings the magic of Christmas alive with just five local actors. LeBaron Thornton, Erin Cessna, Eleanor Frederic- Humphrey, Ryan Reilly, and Michael A. Newcomer will morph into Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, and a merry band of characters. A Christmas Carol can be seen in a limited run from December 4th to 15th at the Loyola Marquette Theater. Evening performances are at 7:30 pm with Sunday matinees at 2:30 pm. Tickets are on sale now HERE .  The devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene has left restaurants in Asheville, North Carolina in a dire situation. Recognizing the urgency, over twenty New Orleans chefs and restaurant owners have united to create Cooks for Carolina. This dinner series will provide crucial support to independent restaurants and restaurant employees in Asheville and Buncombe County.
Each New Orleans restaurant will send 100% of the proceeds from its individually created event to the nonprofit Explore Asheville’s Always Asheville Fund, which is coordinating the distribution of grants to small, independent restaurants in Asheville and Buncombe County. Several North Carolina chefs will join the New Orleans restaurants to share what they are going through as they rebuild. Events begin on November 6th and continue through the holidays. Reservations are required and can be made online (see website for details). “We know what they are going through in North Carolina, and we know what it’s like to be waiting for potable water,” said Chef John Harris, chef-owner of Lilette and Bouligny Tavern and local organizer of Cooks for Carolina. “Asheville is such a beautiful part of the country, and I love spending time there, so it’s especially important to me to support these chefs and restaurants. I want to see them survive and come back stronger.” For details, up-to-date event information and reservations visit www.cooksforcarolina.com  James Beard: Best Chef South 2024 semifinalist Melissa Araujo’s celebrated restaurant, Alma Cafe, known for its bold and authentic Honduran-inspired cuisine, is expanding with the opening of its second location in Mid-City New Orleans. Set to open at 301 North Carrollton Avenue, the new outpost will bring Araujo’s signature blend of Latin American flavors and New Orleans spirit to one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods.
Opened in the Bywater in 2020, Alma Café is a reflection of Chef Araujo’s deep connection to her heritage. The new Mid-City location promises to build on that legacy, offering both familiar favorites and new creations that celebrate Latin American cuisine. “My grandmother’s kitchen was where I first learned that food is love,” says Araujo. “When I opened Alma in Bywater, my goal was to share the warmth and soul of Honduran cuisine. We’ve had such an incredible journey. Opening a second location in Mid-City allows me to introduce even more people to the heart of Honduran cooking—simple, soulful, and filled with flavor.” The menu at Alma Mid-City pays tribute to the food Araujo grew up with. Traditional dishes, rooted in Araujo’s childhood memories, are reimagined with a modern twist, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to honor both her heritage and New Orleans’ bounty. The Mid-City location will boast an oyster bar, along with a dedicated tortillera, turning out fresh handmade tortillas throughout the day. An array of seasonal specials as well as expanded vegan and gluten-free options to reflect Chef Araujo’s commitment to inclusive, health-conscious dining, will also be on offer. Alma Café Mid-City will also feature a full-service cocktail bar. For coffee lovers, Alma’s specialty coffee bar will feature a variety of Honduran beans and house-made creations. Designed to capture the warmth and vibrancy of a traditional Honduran kitchen, the Mid-City space will offer seating for 200 guests, including both indoor and outdoor dining. Continuing its dedication to sustainability, Alma Café Mid-City will source ingredients from local farmers and purveyors, ensuring that each dish is not only delicious but also supports the local economy and environment. Alma Cafe will open in late 2024 at 301 North Carrollton Avenue in Mid-City. For more information visit www.eatalmanola.com |
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