Summer is here, and we’re quickly working our way toward the traditional July 4th activities here in the Crescent City! But New Orleans is more than just the holidays. Even on non-celebratory weekends, there are plenty of events and activities to be found during your bed and breakfast getaway! And we’d like to share a [...]
June 18, 2013
May 31, 2013
Experience the NOLA ‘Yum’ with Cooking Classes and Demos
Most everyone knows about the amazing food that can be had here in New Orleans. From Creole favorites to French classics, and the dishes that meld the two, the tastes of NOLA are a true cultural experience. And once visitors try the food, they realize that the flavors are very difficult to reproduce in other [...]
May 21, 2013
Save the Date: New Orleans Summer Events 2013
Here in NOLA, you’re bound to find an event or festival going on, no matter which weekend you visit! While we’ve talked about many of these events in the past, you may be interested in updated dates and features for this summer’s big events. Avenue Inn invites you to be our guest during any and [...]
April 27, 2013
The Magic Behind Mardi Gras: Float Construction
The revelry of Mardi Gras has passed for the year, but the wonder of the event remains throughout the year. The celebrating, the parades, those amazing floats with the colors, the detail, and the animation… Speaking of the amazing floats, do you ever wonder how they come to be each year? For those of you [...]
April 11, 2013
Savor Traditional Creole Favorites at the Gumbo Shop
Without a doubt, many people come to New Orleans for the iconic Creole and Cajun fare that we’re known for. So many places feature their own versions of these dishes that you can’t throw a stone without it landing in a bowl of gumbo! But if you’re looking for our humble opinion of one of [...]
April 6, 2013
NOLA Botanical Garden, Couturie Forest, and City Park
For some, nature is the ultimate in relaxation: getting away to someplace that has an abundance of plant life and trees is a great, if not ideal way to spend time away from their cares. But in a big city like New Orleans, how do you find such a place? One option for both outdoor [...]
March 16, 2013
New Orleans is the Perfect Destination for a Romantic Wedding
Christmas, New Year’s, and Valentine’s Day. What is the one thing these three holidays have in common? Proposals, of course! Studies show that more couples get engaged on holidays than any other time of year, and since these three happen in such quick succession, we’re betting that thousands of couples in America are now planning [...]
March 5, 2013
Find History and Beauty in NOLA’s Above-ground Cemeteries
If you drive in or around NOLA, you may come across what looks like small, fenced-in cities here and there throughout the area. But wait, most of the buildings are white, and none are taller than a small building. Chances are that you haven’t found the latest architectural fad; instead you’ve found one of our [...]
February 26, 2013
New Orleans Springs to Life in 2013 With Amazing Festivals
Spring will be here before you know it, and along with it come some of the biggest and best events on the bayou! Despite the fact that there are hundreds of area hotels, you just can not get the personalized service and welcoming atmosphere that a bed and breakfast offers. When you stay at the [...]
January 20, 2013
March Events in NOLA: St. Patrick’s Day and More
It’s that time again. Time to think past Mardi Gras to the next big celebration: St. Patrick’s Day and the celebrations that surround it! This year, the holiday falls on a Sunday, making for an entire weekend of celebration. While some events happen in static locations, much of the excitement comes in the form of [...]
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