Food For Thought

Copeland’s of New Orleans is returning to 701 Veterans Memorial Blvd. this month! On January 31st, Copeland’s will open one of its signature stores in east Metairie, Louisiana (a suburb of New Orleans).

Copeland’s currently has three locations in the New Orleans area, along with locations in both Covington and Slidell.

The restaurants have consistently provided a way to enjoy the taste of New Orleans in a family friendly atmosphere, from locations throughout the South and up to Maryland.

If you live in the area or are staying nearby, be sure to drop by Copeland’s the week of January 31st.

Interested in working for the Copeland family of restaurants click here.

New Year’s Eve in New Orleans is always a good time. If you’re looking to dine out for the evening, be sure to get your reservations in early!

The following restaurants have confirmed that they are open and receiving reservations. We expect others to be added to the list as we get closer, so be sure to check back with us.

• Cafe Fleur de Lis
• Cajun Cabin
• Chartres House
• Court of Two Sisters
• La Bayou

• Pier 424
• Pierre Maspero’s
• Riverfront Restaurant
• Royal House

Enjoy your holidays!

Broussard’s presents its second annual Christmas celebration.

Broussard’s Presents a Chef’s Chorale & Charity

Chef Gunter Preuss & esteemed guests The English Bell-Ringing Choir of St. Michael’s Special School invite you to celebrate the season of good tidings, good tastes & giving to others at the Second Annual Chef’s Christmas Chorale & Charity.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Beginning at 6:15pm, at Broussard’s Restaurant

6:15pm – Reception with passed hor’s doeuvres & a Christmas concert showcasing New Orleans’ own St. Michael’s Special School English Bell-Ringing Choir

6:45pm – Legendary Chef Gunter Preuss hosts a holiday dinner featuring a unique German Reveillon menu, live cooking demonstrations, Monchoff Riesling & festive cheer!

Menu

First
Lachs Forelle GefĂĽllt Mit Krebsfleisch auf Fenchel, Mit Kapern Sosse
Salmon Trout Filet with Crabmeat Stuffing on Fresh Fennel with Mustard Caper Sauce

Second
Apfel und Sellerie Salat, Schnittlauch Marinade
Celeriac and Apple salad with Chive Dressing

Third
Gebratene Kalbshaxe, Frisches Gemüse und Röstis
Braised Veal Shank in Red Wine with Hash Brown Cake and Assorted Vegetables

Fourth
Apfel Strudel, Vanille Sosse
Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce

$75.00 Inclusive of featured wines and menu. Payment due upon arrival.

While all of the restaurants will be open during the holidays, we recommend calling to make reservations to guarantee your spot. Enjoy, and have a Merry Christmas!

Be sure to bookmark this post, as we expect to hear of other restaurants that will be open over the holidays, as well.

Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve

• Cafe Fleur de Lis
• Cajun Cabin
• Chartres House
• La Bayou

• Pier 424
• Pierre Maspero’s
• Riverfront Restaurant
• Royal House

Restaurants Open on Christmas Day

• 7 on Fulton (Wyndham Riverfront Hotel)
• Bistreaux (Maison Dupuy Hotel)
• Cafe Fleur de Lis
• Cajun Cabin
• Chartres House
• Galvez Restaurant
• La Bayou

• Oceana Grill
• Pier 424
• Pierre Maspero’s
• Riverfront Restaurant
• Royal House
• Tujague’s Restaurant

New Orleans continues the fine tradition of the Reveillon through the 2011 Christmas season.

During the mid-1800’s, New Orleans’ Creole families celebrated the “Reveillon” (French for “awakening”) twice during the holidays. The first Reveillon came after Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, when families returned from St. Louis Cathedral to break a daylong fast with an elaborate meal. New Year’s Eve brought another Reveillon, usually shared among several families. This more festive meal featured eggnog, fancy pastries, meringues, sugar sculptures, and crystallized fruits.

Today’s Reveillon is celebrated nightly during the Christmas season in restaurants throughout the city. Menus combine ageless Creole cuisine with more contemporary New Orleans dishes, but the spirit of the past remains. Revel in nostalgia. Join us for the Reveillon at any of the fine locations below.

7 on Fulton – Reveillon menu offered throughout the month of December during dinner from 6-10pm. The Reveillon menu will be the only menu offered on Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve.

Bombay Club – The Bombay Club’s Reveillon menu is available all month long.

Broussard’s – Broussard’s offers a German approach to the Reveillon dinner throughout December.

The Pelican Club – The Pelican Club once again offers their fantastic 4 Course Prix Fixe Reveillon Menu.

Roux on Orleans – The Roux on Orleans at the Bourbon Orleans Hotel offers their Reveillon menu on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays throughout December.

Also Offering Reveillon Menus

Visit the following restaurants’ websites to inquire about their 2011 Reveillon menus.

Antoine’s Restaurant
Since 1840, Antoine’s has been noted for its excellent French-Creole cuisine and numerous historical dining rooms. Antoine’s has long been a tradition for both locals and visitors to New Orleans. An unmatched dining experience in the heart of the French Quarter.

Arnaud’s
The ultimate New Orleans dining experience featuring award-winning Creole cuisine, friendly service and charming French Quarter ambiance. You won’t be disappointed!

Brennan’s
A legend in New Orleans — and a dining experience not to be missed. Enjoy the famous breakfast at Brennan’s .. and lunch and dinner, too! Located in the heart of the French Quarter.

Court of Two Sisters
The Court of Two Sisters is known for its festive daily Jazz Brunch buffet and large, picturesque courtyard. Dinner, which is served nightly and features a four-course dinner and an a la carte menu, is also an experience not to be missed when visiting the French Quarter.

Galvez Restaurant
Galves Restaurant is the French Quarter’s best Riverfront dining facility featuring continental Spanish, French, and Creole cuisine and an outstanding array of mouth-watering Tapas.

Royal House Oyster Bar
Need to plan a special event? Creole Cuisine Entertainment combines the delicious cuisine of Royal House Restaurant in an exclusive balcony room setting.

Tujague’s
New Orleans’ second oldest restaurant! Located across from the French Market in the heart of the French Quarter, Tujague’s has retained its reputation for providing an unforgettable dining experience in the original Creole tradition.

The Court of Two Sisters restaurant want to celebrate Christmas in a special way. Of course, we all hope Santa will visit us to deliver gifts for Christmas Day, but you can spend some time with Santa at over a Jazz Brunch Buffet! Details are below.

Place your reservation today!

Saturday, December 3 and Saturday, December 10, 2011

Seatings at 10 am and 12:30 pm

Adults $40, Children (5-12 yrs.) $20, (0-4 yrs) $10
(not including tax and tip)

INCLUDES JAZZ BRUNCH BUFFET, VISIT WITH SANTA & GIFT FOR EACH CHILD

Professional photography packages available for an additional cost – Michelle Bosco Photography

Please call 504-522-7261 for a reservation! HO HO HO!

–Have a great time, and tell Santa we said “Hello!”

Are you stuck trying to figure out the perfect Thanksgiving menu? Let the pros handle it! Here’s 4 New Orleans restaurants who will do the hard work for you.

Click any of the banners to see a full Thanksgiving day menu.

The Bistreaux

The Bombay Club

Copeland’s of New Orleans

Copeland’s Cheesecake Bistro

Click to find a complete listing of restaurants open on Thanksgiving day.

The Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant provides one more reason to celebrate the change of the seasons on November 15th. The restaurant will have a tapping party in honor of their new seasonal beer: Winterbock. The honored drink will be available at a discounted price along with a complimentary buffet featuring the new seasonal menu.

The brewery asks guests to bring in a child’s toy to donate to Toys for Tots. Good deeds will get you great rewards as the restaurant will give out a complimentary beer for each toy brought in. The marines from Toys for Tots will be ready to collect toys, and guests can enjoy games and prizes, as well.

The Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant is located at 200 Poydras Street in New Orleans.

Looking for a way to do Thanksgiving dinner somewhere else? New Orleans has several great options to celebrate a traditional Thanksgiving at a local restaurant instead of getting stuck with a hot oven for the day. Whether you’re visiting the city or you just need a chance to get out, check out the following options.

7 on Fulton (Wyndham Riverfront Hotel) – lunch only

Arnaud’s Restaurant– 11:30 am to 8:30 pm

Bistreaux (Maison Dupuy Hotel)

Cafe Fleur de Lis – regular hours

Cajun Cabin – regular hours

Chartres House – regular hours

Court of Two Sisters – 9am – 3 pm and 5:30 pm – 10 pm

Galvez Restaurant – regular hours

La Bayou – regular hours

Oceana Grill – regular hours

Pier 424 – regular hours

Pierre Maspero’s – regular hours

Ralph’s on the Park – 11 am – 6 pm

Red Fish Grill – (hours tbd)

Riverfront Restaurant – regular hours

Royal House – regular hours

Tujague’s Restaurant – 11 am – 9 pm

Follow the up-to-the-minute updates on our calendar listing for Thanksgiving Day.

Wine aficionados will want to be certain to attend the Wine Auction on Oct. 27, 2011.

Mark your calendar for Thursday, October 27th to drop by the Hermes Bar in Antoine’s Restaurant. Starting at at 6 p.m., cameras will roll for the televised WYES / Rouses Wine Auction.

Audience members will have the opportunity to bid on hard-to-find or particularly fine vintages, vertical selections, large format bottles, signed bottles, tours, overnight stays, and more.

The auction will benefit WYES, the Public Television Station for New Orleans and the Gulf South.