new orleans walking food tour

Decatur Street in New Orleans is one of the best places to try local food, see historic buildings, and explore the French Quarter on foot. Some of the city’s most famous spots are here, including Café du Monde, Jackson Square, and the French Market. And you don’t need a car to see them. But where…

King cake in New Orleans is a sweet pastry served during Carnival season. Most have cinnamon, icing, and purple, green, and gold sugar. Some come with cream cheese, fruit, or praline filling. If you’re trying one for the first time, a classic cinnamon cake is a good place to start. But finding a good king…

The best muffaletta in New Orleans has thick sesame bread, Italian meats, cheese, and plenty of olive salad. That last part matters most. It gives the sandwich its salty, sharp taste. Without it, you’re eating a fairly ordinary meat and cheese sandwich. If this is your first trip to New Orleans, you may have a…

New Orleans New Year’s Eve is much easier to enjoy when you plan the day before you plan midnight. A French Quarter food tour, time by the river, and a few hours on foot can easily fill December 31. Just leave yourself a real break so you are not tired before the main celebration begins….

New Orleans in December is a great time for a food tour. The weather is cooler, the French Quarter is easier to walk, and warm dishes like gumbo feel just right. Good food is easy to find here, but choosing where to eat is the harder part, especially if your trip is short. That is…

A New Orleans bucket list sounds exciting until you reach the French Quarter and realize it does not work like a checklist. Every street smells amazing, every corner has food, and every spot looks worth trying. That is when decision fatigue starts. Should you try gumbo here or wait for something better? Is this po’…