An "Old Fashioned" experience at the Victorian Lounge in the Columns Hotel

When I first considered writing a cocktail blog, it seemed a fairly simple task.  I mean, how difficult is it to lounge around a different bar each week for a few hours, taking pictures and enjoying a couple of exquisitely made cocktails?  ...

"Girl time" at the Delachaise

It seems inevitable for girlfriends go through periods of distance, not because of any flaw in the friendship, but because we become busy with our own lives and romantic involvements. But, one thing is for sure, you'll always know who your true frien...

"Pure Silk" at the Whiskey Blue

The only time I ever recall visiting the Whiskey Blue, I was short on funds and decided the best way to appreciate my circumstances was to blow credit I couldn’t repay on some expensive cocktails.  Shalom and I wandered into the hotel bar ...

The Louisiana Restaurant Association presents “We Live to Eat”

A few weeks ago, I received a mysterious invitation in the mail requesting my presence at an event hosted by the Greater New Orleans Chapter of the Louisiana Restaurant Association at Muriel’s Jackson Square. It was quite vague, mentioning onl...