January 13th, 2012
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.
December 8th, 2011
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.
Enjoy your holidays!
December 7th, 2011
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.
December 6th, 2011
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
Restaurants Open on Christmas Day
November 25th, 2011
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!”
November 21st, 2011
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.
November 3rd, 2011
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.
November 1st, 2011
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.
October 25th, 2011
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.
October 20th, 2011
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and restaurants from around the city of New Orleans are jumping in to do their part.
The Hard Rock Café, located at 418 N Peters Street in New Orleans, is teaming up with the New Orleans Friends of Breast Cancer Research Foundation to present an evening of great food, music, silent auctions and more.
Below is the official information the event.
BREAST FEST 2011 – Saturday, October 22nd
5PM: Breast Fest Patron Party in historic Algiers Point
6PM: Breast Fest Second Line Parade from Algiers Ferry Landing, through the French Quarter to Hard Rock Cafe
7PM: Breast Fest Gala at Hard Rock Café-Satchmo Room & Balcony
Following the Breast Fest Patrons Party, Breast Cancer Research Supporters will meet at the Algiers Point Ferry Landing to ride across the Mississippi River for a Second Line Parade. All are invited to participate with Breast Cancer Survivors, Supporters, and those who’d like to join in. The Lagniappe Brass Band will lead the parade through the French Quarter to the Breast Fest Gala at 7PM at Hard Rock Cafe.
Breast Fest 2011 includes live music, food from local chefs, specialty drinks and an incredible silent auction. There will also be Booby Traps set up throughout the venue for people to donate directly to BCRF, buy specially designed event shirts, buy other specialty event-themed items, and, if a survivor of breast cancer, receive a special gift to recognize and honor them.