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Follow Me to New Orleans for Food, Fun and Some Fashion
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items I recently got to visit New Orleans for a girls weekend. We had a quick 72 hours to do the city and it was just enough time. We visited several local spots for food, jazz, coffee and more! Here is a list of places I highly recommend if visiting the beautiful city of New Orleans
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On our first night we checked out this jazz club. It had great musicians and a fun vibe. Had true New Orleans jazz. Its a must visit!
The Spotted Cat Music Club
We had our first meal at The Country Club! They had amazing fried green tomatoes along with fried oysters. Great bar staff and amazing cocktails as well.
The Country Club
We had breakfast at Ayu and WOW! I had a piece of the King cake and a Muffaletta stick and it was to die for. The coffee was also great! I visited here twice:) Guess who is getting a King Cake shipped to her house? HAHA!
Ayu Bakehouse
After Ayu, we were off to the French Market were I was able to find some great jewelry and terrific art pieces. It was fun to browse and get some good finds!
French Market
I visited Kate Beck and her clothing store which had AMAZING pieces. She was wonderful explaining how she makes each piece. I bought a gorgeous top which she had been working on recently. It was so flattering.
Kate Beck New Orleans
Beignets for days! Cafe Du Monde was fantastic. Such fast service. Love benefits. They were perfectly sugary and crispy.
Cafe Du Monde
If you are looking for a nice place to eat with options of fish and steak look no further. From wonderful table service to a menu filled with so many favorites. I got the Wagyu Beef with turnips and they were amazing. Also had bread pudding which was also lovely.
Pêche Seafood Grill
Another amazing bakery in NOLA. I had the bacon, cheese and grits- AHH- SO Good. The cold brew was great and the owners were SUPER nice. I would highly recommend this bakery!
Bywater Bakery
Hands down the best Adults only scary walking tour. Cristo- they owner was our tour guide and he was very impressive. He was super knowledgeable about the haunts of New Orleans. He was wonderful. It is gruesome and not for the faint of heart but you get to see and hear about some really cool murders from the 1800 and 1900s. Totally worth it!
Streets Of Sin True Crime, Dark History, and Haunted Tours of New Orleans
OK, my absolute favorite restaurant with real Creole food. I had the hush puppies, red beans and rice, BBQ shrimp and jumbalaya. Every recommendation from the staff hit perfectly. I would definitely go back. It was simply amazing.
French Market Restaurant and Bar - The Original
If you want Bananas Fosters well then Brennans has you covered. It was created at Brennans and prepared for you table side. We went to Brennan's for breakfast and it was great! They had fun cocktails and great options for breakfast and lunch. I had the eggs Hussarde which is a Breannans classic. It was so yummy!
Brennan's
We also visited the MS Rao which had beautiful art and jewelry. You can get a private tour if you ask:)
M.S. Rau
We did a happy hour at Mr. Ed's for Oyster and drinks. It was so nicenly priced and was amazing!
Mr. Ed's Oyster Bar & Fish House
We visited this market in Marginay- where we were staying! It was a blast. I bought some great jewelry. Lots of great local vendors.
Marigny Market - New Orleans, LA 70117-8403 (Menu & Order Online)
I wanted to make the most of the 72 hours we had in New Orleans so I decided to try the Hop on and Off bus. I got to see so much of the city. Not necessary but so much fun!
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours with City Sightseeing New Orleans
I took the street car as well to view the Garden District and got to see Tulane along with Loyola. There is so much great architecture too! Was wonderful and fun.
Explore New Orleans by Streetcar: Routes & Itineraries