Archive for Joe Rabhan
Graduating from the University of Georgia in 1972 with a degree in Food Science and Business, Joe served 25 years in the hotel industry with a major national brand and had the opportunity to direct hotel operations in a number of mid-sized and large resorts and hotels. Over the years, he served as Director of Housekeeping, Director of Food and Beverage and as General Manager. He is a certified hotel administrator and holds numerous certificates in food service and hotel management. Joe and his wife Bebe are beginning their ninth year of operation at the Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast.
Martinique Bistro: Island in the Stream of New Orleans cuisine
Martinique is not your typical NOLA bistro; it is more like a testament to a multi-cultural food experience. But it remains a top choice among bed and breakfast Innkeepers in New Orleans. And for good reason.
August 26, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
Restaurant Dish:Take a bite out of New Orleans at Gautreau’s
Many locals can attest to Gautreau’s wild popularity. Nestled in a charming historical building that was once a drugstore, this little bistro has a certain je ne sais quoi that captivates guests. Through potentially devastating circumstances such as a bad economy and changes in the kitchen, Gautreau’s has managed to remain at the top of its class.
August 18, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
Restaurant Dish: Never Too High Brow….Score Some Original Creole Stylings at Clancy’s
Upon walking into this Uptown landmark, you feel right at home. You will never encounter the initial waves of faux affection that greet customers at select nouveau modern bistros or have to deal with a pretentious waiter sporting a fake French accent.
August 14, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
Restaurant Dish: La Petite Grocery Restaurant & Bar
La Petite Grocery, led by executive chef Justin Devillier, is making a name for itself among NOLA’s finest establishments. When you dine at La Petite Grocery you are not only indulging in the crème de la crème of New Orleans inspired fare, but also partaking in the rich history that surrounds the restaurant, from the name to the location.
August 8, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
Restaurant Dish: Lilette makes it easy to have a romantic meal
There are many restaurants on Magazine Street, but there is only one that got voted “sexiest dining room in New Orleans” by Travel and Leisure Magazine. That one restaurant is a quaint little place offering some out-of-this-world French-Italian cuisine.
July 30, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
Southern Living Magazine Selects the Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast in New Orleans for Family Vacations under $200 this Summer
Who says the Big Easy is all about partying the night away? Not us. Although the occasional local bar crawl makes for a raucous night on the town, New Orleans has plenty of options for family activities if you are looking for some “PG” fun for your crew.
July 6, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
The Sweet Life in New Orleans: All About the Praline; All About the Bed and Breakfast
In New Orleans, Loretta’s, one of the better makers of pralines, has pecan, coconut, chocolate, and rum flavors of pralines. At Aunt Sally’s in the French Market, her original product has a beautiful vanilla note and creamy texture. One can watch the manufacturing process in the window, or go in and take in the aroma.
June 27, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
Restaurant Dish: Enjoy the tastes of the food that made NOLA famous at K-Paul’s
Everything that Paul Prudhomme touches turns delicious, or so it seems. The man who launched a million smiles with his spicy gumbo and other Cajun fare is a NOLA original, a longtime innovator on the restaurant scene.
June 26, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
Restaurant Dish: Come to Jacques-Imo’s Café for eclectic fare and great amosphere
The owner and chef of Jacques-Imo’s Café greets a table donning a white chef’s jacket, shorts and a pair of Birkenstock clogs. It’s not a costume, just another day at the ever- Eclectic Cajun/Creole cuisine eatery in Uptown New Orleans.
June 9, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
Chow down for a cause this June
Next weekend, throw caution to the wind! It’s a festival devoted to oysters, and things will get good and messy! Build up an appetite and get ready for some saucy, spicy and just plain raw fun in the French Quarter!
May 30, 2010 | Joe Rabhan | 0 comments | Continued
So glad my stay includes a Monday...I definitely look forward to having red beans and rice for lunch at Luizza\'s!