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A Hidden Gem for Cooling Off

  If you have ever experienced New Orleans during the summer you are familiar with our 20 minute rain showers and sweltering heat. It quickly has you wanting to find a pool to cool off in, catch some rays, and enjoy a drink or two with friends.   You have the usual spots; the Omni, […] Read more…

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Coolinary By The Hoods

COOLinary, aka New Orleans’ most wonderful time of the year? It is certainly one of them (there are so many), bringing the opportunity to dine at some of New Orleans’ best restaurants at a discount for the entire month of August. I like to think of it as a bonus for staying in the city […] Read more…

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My Grand Cayman Island Beachwear

  Tomorrow my family is headed to the Grand Cayman Islands for the first time! This is also my husband’s first time on a “Granger family vacay,” so I’m really excited for him to experience how we travel. It hasn’t been since our honeymoon (a year and a half ago) that I’ve really needed a […] Read more…

My Fave {Louisiana} Things 2017

It’s time for showmeyournola’s 4th Annual My Fave Things!! Last year, I opened it up to all Louisiana makers, not just New Orleans makers, and I must say that we have some serious creative talent in this state! As usual, it was difficult to narrow it down, but here are my top 12 favorite things […] Read more…

15 Christmas-y things to do in New Orleans throughout the holidays

Sure, Mardi Gras and festival season are fun, but Christmastime in New Orleans is extra magical! The old world charm combined with twinkling lights, festive cocktails & brassy Christmas carols creates a scene straight out of an ol’ timey Christmas movie. Plus, it’s always nice to get a break from what seems like a year-long […] Read more…

My Perfect New Orleans Day

After about the 4th time this year someone or some journalist (ahem…cnn) asked me to describe my perfect New Orleans day, I realized that I should probably write this down and share with y’all. As you can imagine, this wasn’t an easy task. I have an ongoing list of my favorite restaurants and shops, but […] Read more…

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