You probably can't spell or pronounce it, but might remember Natchitoches (NACK-uh-tush) from Steel Magnolias or when Oprah Winfrey declared it the "Best Little Town in the Whole USA!" Louisianians knew about this quaint historic town long before the stars arrived. Since the 1700's it's been home to the famous Natchitoches Meat Pie, when street vendors chanted "Hotta meat pies! Get your hotta meat pies right here!" So...Don & Elizabeth continue the legend of the Meat Pie with the 5th Annual Meat Pie Tri.
New Orleans is one city that knows how to throw a party! Join us as we check out all that the Big Easy has to offer - it isn't all Mardi Gras!
10. Café Du Monde
Ever had a beignet? To me it’s kind of like a funnel cake-doughnut hybrid. Sounds good right? Well, we’re not the only ones who think that, so go ahead and get in line. The wait for one of these sugar coated pastries can be rather long, especially during the summer. However, for a famous beignet and café au lait combo from Café Du Monde you’ll gladly stand in line again tomorrow morning.
9. The Voodoo Music Experience
Southern Decadence started thirty-some years ago as a simple going-away party. As a top gay Labor Day Weekend destination, it has evolved into one of our world's major annual events. One of the largest annual celebrations in New Orleans, it has become known as the "Gay Mardi Gras." People begin to arrive on the Wednesday before Labor Day, and generally don't even think about stopping or going home until the following Tuesday. With over 100,000 gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender participants each year, the economic impact on the city was estimated to be in excess of $95 million.
Resurrected, Restored…Resplendent -- the legendary Roosevelt Hotel re-opened its doors in July. This landmark hotel embraces 106 years of history with more legendary stories than thi s article can accommodate, but one thing we can recommend -- choose this property to "accommodate" you when visiting New Orleans. A $145 million restoration has literally uncovered and restored every architectural details of it’s former splendid self--and the grandeur of the place is matched by the modern amenities and the luxury you can expect of a Waldorf Astoria Collection.
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