taking a quick spring break escape to new orleans next week and would love any recommendations. it’s been ten years since my last visit and the purpose of my trip then was to assist with the relief efforts. this time it’ll be on a more happy note and i’ll have time to explore and discover some of the gems in the city: the french quarter, garden district, jazz halls, creole cuisine and yes—the beignets! i plan to do some antiquing and plenty of strolling, especially in the garden district where I’m staying.
for those of you that have been recently or live in the area, what are your favorite spots to eat, shop and visit? great cafes are a must! and any bloggers, instagramers or makers i should follow?
i came across these beautiful photos and guides in my bit of research and they’re surely providing plenty of anticipation and inspiration for this trip.
what else do you know? where should I go? please share all your wonderful suggestions below. thanks everyone!
~ leslie, spotted sf
the first new orleans guide i came across was from molly of almost makes perfect. it was instant love and these first several photos are from her beautiful site.
the carousel bar via almost makes perfect.
brennan’s via almost makes perfect.
commander’s palace via almost makes perfect.
bri of designlovefest has a fun nola guide and her pics always catch my eye.
french quarter via designlovefest.
arnaud’s restaurant via designlovefest.
napoleon house via designlovefest.
and dabito of old brand new is now living in the big easy, so i’ve been following his feed and finding the spots below on his site.
cafe du monde via old brand new.
district donuts via old brand new.
sterling provision via old brand new.
french quarter via old brand new.