Such a fun experience! Plenty of options to choose from for all ranges of wine drinkers…read more They do offer charcuterie options. Store associates were super helpful and chatty.

Great place to try wines before you buy, or just to make your own tasting with friends. You get a…read morecard and you can charge based on size of the pour. You can also pick up a bottle of something you tried and like to take home. The variety is great, and you get a very reasonable, broad range of prices. The space is a little small but during the week it wasn't super crowded. The hostess was excellent in her recommendations and all-around friendly conversation. If I was in the area, this would be my go to place to try and find new wines and pick up interesting bottles.

Date of tour: December 21, 2024…read more After a wonderful food tour in Prague last year, we wanted to replicate the magic stateside while visiting New Orleans, a city with a rich food history and scene. As requested, I will keep the individual location names secret as to not spoil your potential food tour but also because the stops can change and I don't want to have you disappointed if you don't get the same places on your tour. Ty was a great guide, providing us with local history and culture as we ate our way down Magazine Street. The only complaint I have is that they didn't really interact with us during the food portions, standing or sitting off to the side, or running to the next location to make sure we were all set. To me, the guide should be not only the bridge between the locations and food with us, but also a bridge between the different groups on the tour. Ty told us before the tour started that the other folks joining us were from Michigan, but we found out from them later that they were actually from New York. Had these connections been made earlier, it would have enhanced the tour. On to the food, wonderful that it all was! Please note that I may make some errors in the actual names of the food, while I took pictures, I did not write down the names and there wasn't a post-tour recap to assist me! Stop #1: A local sandwich and a seafood side. Both quite good, especially since I don't like olives! Stop #2: An unusual meat that was shockingly good! Stop #3: Seafood options. I've had a different version of one of these items in Asheville, NC. This wasn't quite as good but still tasty. Stop #4: Southern favorites that were so good! I didn't think I would like these but I did. Stop #5: A peppermint fudge cupcake. Sadly, the weakest stop on the tour. Other that tried the gelato came away disappointed and my cupcake was neither overly fudgey or pepperminty. It looked pretty, though!

We booked the new small group paranormal experience tour. It was absolutely one of the most unique…read moreghost/ paranormal tours I've done. This is a small group experience, which is why I wanted to do this one. We met at the Tableau Restaurant and were offered the choice of an aperol spritz or a French 75. We chose the spritz. We were told some history and ghost lore before going up to the wine room for some more stories. Very cool. They showed us video of a ghostly incident that had occurred there before. Next we walked down the street where we were told about the haunting at Muriel's Restaurant, where they also set a ghost table. Our last stop was at a psychic shop where we did a tarot card reading and we're given a Pan Am cocktail. I highly recommend this tour. It's unique and you get a little bit of all the good things you come to New Orleans for.

This might be one of the best historical tours I've ever had. Guide Katie was an outstanding source…read moreof information, ready and able to answer any question asked. It's a true skill to offer the right amount of details without over-communicating and to provide a factual account of the events with awareness and sensitivity to different levels of social and emotional awareness. I got so much more out of the tour than expected, with guest questions leading us into discussion of a variety of extra topics. The house and grounds are well-preserved and arranged with true historical pieces and covered nearly the whole of the property. The price was very fair and if you have interest in visiting their other site - Gallier - you can get a discount on admission (works in reverse as well). Just show your receipt when you purchase admission to the other one. Katie also generously offered me a little extra of her time after the tour to discuss additional perspectives and have an excellent local food recommendation. I was so pleased I called the next day they were open to say thank you again! If you have any interest in the history of New Orleans and the truth about our country's past, do not miss this stop during your visit!!

We probably would not have chosen this site on our own but it was part of our package tour. It's an…read moreurban estate that features quarters for slaves. You read a lot about plantation slaves but not really about urban slaves, so that part was fascinating to us. The docent took us through various areas of the estate and gave us a good history of the property and its evolution throughout the decades. Definitely for history buffs but I think kids might not be interested in it. Since it was part of our tour, I can't comment on what the admission price is.

I learned so much on this tour--especially about the different brands. I had no idea that several…read morebrands I've tried before are actually connected to Sazerac Company, which was a really interesting surprise. One of the highlights for me was a modern twist on the classic Sazerac--an elderberry and amaro version that was complex, unique, and unexpected. I also tried a coffee-inspired Sazerac that was incredibly smooth, with rich espresso notes that balanced perfectly with the bold flavors of the original. It was so good it honestly made me forget about Patrón XO Cafe. Each floor includes a tasting sample along with a recipe card, which was such a nice touch and makes it easy to recreate the drinks at home. The space is very well set up, with elevators and bathrooms on every floor, and you can even see parts of the distillery during the experience. Overall, it's an engaging, well-organized tour that's both informative and fun. Definitely worth it if you're interested in cocktails or want to learn more about spirits.

We came here on a whim because it was raining heavily and outdoor plans were limited. Since it was…read morewithin walking distance, we decided to check it out and I'm so glad we did. In hindsight, this absolutely deserved a spot on our itinerary. It's a unique combination of a liquor shop, museum, and immersive experience, where they walk you through the history of some of the iconic drinks that originated in New Orleans. The entire experience from the visuals to the storytelling to the tastings comes together beautifully. I was genuinely amazed that something this well done is offered for free. After the tour, we wanted to pick up a few bottles, but unfortunately they were out of what we were looking for. We even came back the next day, but it was still out of stock, which was a bit of a letdown. The staff was incredibly friendly and took the time to answer all our questions. Overall, this is a must-do experience if you're in the area.

We had a great time visiting and learning so much about the distilling process!! Truly a one-on-one…read moreintimate experience! #Roulaison received top honors at the American Distilling Institute's Annual Judging of Craft Spirits, the largest and most respected evaluation of craft spirits in the country. Their Traditional Pot Distilled #Rum was awarded "Best of Class" among all rum entries, the highest honor any spirit can receive at the judging, as well as "Best of Category" among unaged rums, earning a gold medal in the same category. #whereistinanow #nola2025 #noladistillery

Very informative tour and the rum is amazing. I didn't check my bag so I purchased little bottles…read more Loved the overproof rum and want to try it with rum punch.

If you are visiting New Orleans, you absolutely MUST take a cooking class with Chef Dee. It is 100%…read moreworth the $130 price tag. We did the Taste of New Orleans Creole cooking class, which included stew okra, jambalaya, and bananas foster. Chef Dee Lavigne is a fantastic chef and teacher. Her sous chef was also great. The students do all the prep work and cooking, so it's very hands on. It was a great class for experienced cooks, but I think it would doable for novices as well! The chefs provided great instruction if you needed help. The food turned out delicious of course. You walk out with recipes for everything you made, and I can't wait to try these recipes again at home! I would not necessarily recommend visiting the museum if you aren't doing a cooking class. It's very small and not the most exciting, but it's fun to breeze around after the cooking class. The gift shop has lots of fun tidbits, including stacks of super cheap cookbooks.

I used to go here for work lunches & Sunday roasts BUT the food quality has fallen steeply. Very…read morevery dry BBQ ribs (inedible). Decent enough nachos & enchiladas. Will not be back for food -- nice beer garden & atmosphere.

Great house and garden tour. The house has a bunch of little secrets, such as a hidden radio behind…read morea bookcase, walls that don't look doors but they are, rotating wall beds, buttons hidden in fireplaces to call staff and open window walls, lighting of the roof windows, etc. Love that they had a gift wrapping room and some art from Disney World back in the day. Also a ballroom where they hosted balls and a tennis court. The gardens were also very pretty to wander around in and take some photos. One of the designs of one of the waterfalls was from Portugal, so cool, and theres even a kids maze and area in the gardens. Super fun! Take a lyft or uber here and not the trolley because then you are basically by the interstate which is not safe. Better to uber for sure. This is right by the Metarie Cemetery so you could make a whole day of it!

I came back for the behind the scenes tour and let me tell you, it was worth the trip. I would…read morestill suggest doing the separate whole house tour to get the details on the rooms open to the public, but to get to peek behind the curtain is something special. Just so much to see! I look forward to coming back for a holiday tour. It is just amazing to see all of the details that go into maintaining the integrity of the house.

My daughter and I attended the NOWFE brunch and it was fantastic. There was live music, knife demo,…read morebooze, and tasty bites. The venue, NOCHI, was perfect as there was plenty of space inside plus a rooftop view of city. Parking was easy, and free since it was a Sunday. Once inside, we checked in and recieved snazzy bracelets. Then they guided us to the dining room and bar upstairs. We grabbed drinks at the bar, Bloody Mary for me and Stella for my daughter. Then we found seats at one of the large tables. We sat with a couple that had been enjoying the brunch already. We started off with the beef and grits dish which ended up being our favorite dish of the day. This is saying a lot as I had not found worthy grits until this day. All the dishes were creative and had incorporated tabasco into their recipe. The sorbet from Sucré really had a kick to it! We tried all the bites offered and enjoyed ourselves. All in all, it was a casual but classy, fun event!

I am so glad I went to the NOWFE. So many types of wine and fabulous foods and desserts to try…read more There were also waters and coffee provided. I took one for the team and tried almost every food they had to sample...lol...My favorite throughout the whole event was the Cucumber Basil Smash, made from Hendricks Gin. Didn't knew I was a Gin kind of gal! I've enclosed the recipe for it under my photos. My friend and I had such a great time that we definitely will attend it next year again. I highly recommend it, the whole experience was wonderful. I left totally in a food coma.

You'll never mistake Pontchartrain Vineyards' tasting room for one of the distination wineries in…read moreNapa Valley. The building reminded me more of what I would encounter in northern Sonoma, to the west of Healdsburg, or further south in the Paso Robles region. The tasting room is a decent size, although as I was the only visitor at the time, it seemed quite large. Quite a different experience from trying to enter on a Saturday night of a Jazz'n in the Vines concert. There is a patio terrace next to the building which overlooks the vineyard. Since it was a blazing hot June afternoon, I stayed inside rather than sit on the patio. There were seven wines to taste for a modest $5 fee. Four were from sourced grapes (California), two were American/French hybrids grown on the estate and the final was from a native American cultivar, also grown on the estate. All vintages were between 2005 & 2007, except for the recently released Syrah/Cabernet blend which is a 2009. I liked the Roux Saint Louis (a white wine based on the Blanc du Bois grape) as a nice summer wine. The Rouge Militaire is based on the American Cynthiana/Norton (a native red grape). It's a heavier red wine, and still needs a little time to open up. John Seago, the winemaker is often behind the bar, in the tasting room, but was out working the fields on this trip.

My family had our first visit last night for Jazz n the Vines. We really enjoyed our time. The…read moreproperty is beautiful, the tasting room is clean and aesthetically pleasing and the staff here are fun and friendly. There was ample room on the lawn for everyone to have their picnic set up and still have enough room to move around. A food truck was on site for quick bites and of course there was wine available. I asked for something light white and not sweet and was told to try Le Trolley. This wine did not disappoint. It tasted like Sauvignon Blanc and I was pleased to learn that it is one of the wines made from the locally grown grapes. I am looking forward to returning child free so my husband and I can do a tasting and enjoy the scenery.