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New Orleans events: Pilobolus, Modest Mouse, $uicide Boy$ and more Oct. 12-18
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Sunday, October 11
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Tip Off Time: A curmudgeon’s guide to the Pelicans’ 2026 season
Weary eyes are once again turning to the Smoothie King Center.Events at Gambit
BY LIAM PIERCE · Events
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New Orleans Halloween events, cocktails, hauntings and Day of the Dead celebrations
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The story of Frank's Lounge, the bayou bar famous for bloody marys and Saints pre-gaming
It’s always dark as night inside Frank’s Lounge, where the beer signs and pool table lamp provide most of the light.Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
BY IAN MCNULTY | Staff writer · Eat & Drink
Friday, October 9
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Manolito slips to No. 30.
- Slips Arnaud's French 75 BarNew Orleans Was No. 24 No.27
- Slips ManolitoNew Orleans Was No. 25 No.30
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Biloxi fine dining spot with a Michelin nod is now doing pizza night: ‘All about the dough’
The husband and wife behind White Pillars Restaurant and Lounge, a fine dining establishment in Biloxi, have turned to an affordable, family-friendly pizza night to draw diners on what is typically their slowest night of the week.Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
BY POET WOLFE | Staff writer · Eat & Drink
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Movies You Need To See: Other Mommy
Rob Savage's “Other Mommy” is somber in its horror; daring you to seek the comfort of a soft companion, one that doesn’t so much hug as smother.at New Orleans Magazine
Jeremy Marshall
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Chi Chi’s & Gonzo’s BBQ One-Night-Only Collaboration Event
The limited-time menu offers both chefs an opportunity to step outside their usual menus, combining Gonzo’s smoke-driven barbecue with the bold, savory, and aromatic flavors that define Chi Chi’s cooking.at New Orleans Magazine
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Comedian Gabe Rutledge performs at Sports Drink
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Tujague’s to Host 2026 Krewe of Boo Watch Party
PLUS! On Fridays, Oct. 23, and Friday, Oct. 30, Tujague's invites you to its spooky Witch's Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., featuring a special three-course menu.at New Orleans Magazine
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Shaggy’s opens new Crab House on Biloxi beach, with indoor and outdoor dining
Shaggy’s now is two restaurants on the beach in Biloxi, connected by a boardwalk, with water views and menus of both seafood and a cheeseburger so renowned there’s a boat named for it.Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
BY MARY PEREZ | SUN HERALD · Eat & Drink
Thursday, October 8
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The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery climbs five.
- Climbs Maison MétierNew Orleans Was No. 10 No.6
- Climbs The Celestine New OrleansNew Orleans Was No. 11 No.7
- Climbs The Frenchmen HotelNew Orleans Was No. 20 No.17
- Climbs The Old No. 77 Hotel & ChandleryNew Orleans Was No. 23 No.18
- Climbs Virgin Hotel New OrleansNew Orleans Was No. 24 No.19
- Slips Blackbird HotelNew Orleans Was No. 12 No.20
- Slips Henry Howard HotelNew Orleans Was No. 14 No.21
- Slips The Drifter HotelNew Orleans Was No. 19 No.23
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The 13th Gate Summons A New Nightmare
The artists and performers at "The 13th Gate" have crafted a fresh gate out of time and space that makes a home where the nightmares roam.at New Orleans Magazine
Jeremy Marshall
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How to make Vampire Cake and Witches cocktail, plus a spooky French Quarter tale for Halloween
Growing up in New Orleans, my cousins and I were constantly in and out of each other's houses, a rotating cast of characters moving through the city as if we owned it. My cousin Lorna was always part of that…Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
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Big Easy Whiskey Adds a Cocktail Recipe to Your Storm Prep
NEW ORLEANS – It’s looking like we might dodge the current storm forming in the Gulf of Mexico right now, but it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t always be prepared. While everyone knows to grab the batteries, candles and hurricane snacks, Big…at New Orleans Magazine
Kelly Massicot
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Shapiro Family Foundation Awards More Than $85,000 to New Orleans Nonprofits
More than $85,000 in grants and community investments were recognized during the evening, part of more than $100,000 the foundation has contributed in 2026 to organizations serving New Orleans and the surrounding community.at New Orleans Magazine
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Where To Eat Before Heading to The Saenger
While football season is big in Louisiana, there’s a season in New Orleans that hits at the heart of the theater lovers near and far: Broadway season. The 2026-2027 Broadway in New Orleans season starts off strong with “The Lion King,”…at New Orleans Magazine
Kelly Massicot
Wednesday, October 7
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Local Jewelry Artist Aims to Preserve the Importance of Craftsmanship
You may not know Sarah Killen by name yet, but you’ve likely seen her work. Her jewelry line, Saint Claude, was on the scene for nearly two decades. Started in a small studio in the Bywater, it gradually became a must-wear jewelry brand…at New Orleans Magazine
Penn Iarocci
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Katie’s is a fixture known for ribs, crawfish beignets. Here’s what else you should order.
The purple building with lime green accents surrounded by lush plants is easily one of the most recognizable businesses in New Orleans.Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
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The Broadside to Host Spooky Social & Art Market
The outdoor market will showcase an eclectic mix of art, handmade goods and unusual finds, including tarot card series, candles, sculpture, zines, resin earrings, bone jewelry, rosaries, incense, perfume, headdresses, wands, spices,…at New Orleans Magazine
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HNOC Acquires Rare Paintings by Creole Artist Julien Hudson
"These two important works of American art will join our permanent collection and serve as evidence of our rich and storied past, about which we will always have more to learn.”at New Orleans Magazine
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Ian McNulty’s guide to Oktoberfest 2026 in New Orleans: Beer gardens, special menus, mini kegs
October is the de facto season of German food in New Orleans, as the largest local incarnation of Oktoberfest returns to Deutsches Haus, and smaller renditions with lots of hearty German food, beer and music share the calendar this month.…Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
BY IAN MCNULTY | Staff writer · Eat & Drink
Tuesday, October 6
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New Orleans musician Robin Barnes highlights South Louisiana traditions on new docuseries
'Discovering Home' airs on WLAE-TV and YouTube.Music at Gambit
BY JAKE CLAPP · Music
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New French Quarter cocktail destination to host top bars from around the world for a year
The French Quarter restaurant and bar Jewel of the South (1026 St. Louis St.) is on the map for great cocktails. Now, it’s creating a new multi-faceted destination for cocktails, food, music and art that is ambitious in scale,…Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
BY IAN MCNULTY | Staff writer · Eat & Drink
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Virgin Hotels New Orleans Hosts Fall & Halloween Events
From intimate performances in the Shag Room to sunset sessions on the rooftop and Sunday gatherings throughout the property, there’s something happening all season long.at New Orleans Magazine
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Tip-It Foundation Now Tipitina’s Foundation, Announces Fall Programs
The change reaffirms the foundation’s commitment to supporting and promoting the future of New Orleans culture, music and heritage through the iconic Tipitina’s venue and brand.at New Orleans Magazine
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10 best things we ate at NOLA restaurants in September: Tamales, dumplings, sloppy joes, more
It’s already October, but Ian McNulty and the rest of the Times-Picayune staff had quite a September of eating around New Orleans.Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
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BRG Hospitality Announces 2026 Witches Brunches
From red carpets and redfish to cauldrons and cocktails, both events pair the spirit of Halloween with the food, drinks and hospitality that make a New Orleans Witches Lunch worth celebrating.at New Orleans Magazine
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Monday, October 5
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True Food Kitchen in New Orleans closes as Oprah-backed company files for bankruptcy
True Food Kitchen, a restaurant serving salads, sandwiches, juices and more health-focused items in New Orleans since 2019, closed for good Sunday as the parent company files for bankruptcy.Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
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With a 'Rebirth' album on the way, Steve Gleason celebrated during Domecoming anniversary
Former New Orleans Saints safety and ALS advocate Steve Gleason has a new album on the way, and those in New Orleans can get a preview of the project Monday evening ahead of the Saints' home game against the Atlanta…Music at Gambit
BY JAKE CLAPP · Music
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Monster Jam Returns to New Orleans for 35th Anniversary
Get ready for big-time entertainment as New Orleans roars to life with gravity-defying stunts, heart-pounding races, and plenty of big air!at New Orleans Magazine
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NOLA’s lost German restaurant Bratz Y’all returns for one month at an Uptown brewery
When Bratz Y’all in the Bywater closed last spring, the city lost its one devoted German restaurant and a family-friendly spot for a hearty meal and beer.Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
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What to Do With the Municipal Auditorium
Sometimes there is a public issue that presents a conflict between emotion and practicality. That’s how I feel about the question of what to do about the city’ s stately, but dilapidated Municipal Auditorium. Opened in 1930 as an…at New Orleans Magazine
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St. James Cheese Company Celebrates 20 Years in New Orleans
Despite the challenges of opening a business in post-Katrina New Orleans, the couple shares that St. James Cheese Company was welcomed with open arms by the neighborhood, community and restaurants and has grown into a business with three…at New Orleans Magazine
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Louisiana Pepper Exchange, a side hustle turned global enterprise, moves into former Schwegmann's facility
Louisiana businessman Chris White isn't afraid to change things up.Eat & Drink at NOLA.com
BY RICH COLLINS | Staff writer · Eat & Drink
New Orleans’s Best 100
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- 1 Dakar NOLANew Orleans Eat score, 97
- 2 Emeril'sNew Orleans · Cajun & Creole Eat score, 96
- 3 AcamayaNew Orleans · Modern Mexican Seafood Eat score, 93
- 3 Saint-GermainNew Orleans Eat score, 93
- 5 PêcheNew Orleans · Seafood Eat score, 91
- 6 Commander's PalaceNew Orleans · Cajun & Creole Eat score, 90
- 7 Ayu BakehouseNew Orleans Eat score, 89
- 7 Dooky ChaseNew Orleans · Cajun & Creole Eat score, 89
- 7 Molly's Rise and ShineNew Orleans · Southern American Eat score, 89
- 10 Compère LapinNew Orleans Eat score, 88
The full 100 → 126 ranked
- 1 Jewel of the SouthNew Orleans · Southern Cocktail Bar Drink score, 98
- 2 CureNew Orleans · Modern Cocktail Bar Drink score, 93
- 3 Chandelier BarNew Orleans · Cajun & Creole Cocktail Bar Drink score, 90
- 4 FivesNew Orleans · Upscale Cajun & Creole Drink score, 89
- 4 Vaughan's LoungeNew Orleans Drink score, 89
- 6 The Sazerac BarNew Orleans · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 86
- 7 Bacchanal WineNew Orleans · Wine Bar Up from 17 Drink score, 85
- 7 The ColumnsNew Orleans Up from 20 Drink score, 85
- 9 Anna'sNew Orleans Drink score, 84
- 9 Snake and Jake's Christmas Club LoungeNew Orleans · Dive Bar Down from 6 Drink score, 84
The full 100 → 79 ranked
- 1 Four Seasons New OrleansNew Orleans Stay score, 89
- 2 The Ritz-Carlton, New OrleansNew Orleans Stay score, 87
- 2 The Windsor CourtNew Orleans Stay score, 87
- 4 Hotel MonteleoneNew Orleans Stay score, 80
- 4 The Roosevelt New OrleansNew Orleans Stay score, 80
- 6 Maison MétierNew Orleans Stay score, 79
- 6 The Celestine New OrleansNew Orleans Stay score, 79
- 8 ColumnsNew Orleans Stay score, 78
- 8 Hotel HenriettaNew Orleans Stay score, 78
- 8 Hotel Peter and PaulNew Orleans Stay score, 78
The full 100 → 24 ranked
- 1 The Ritz-Carlton Spa, New OrleansNew Orleans Do score, 86
- 1 The Windsor Court SpaNew Orleans Do score, 86
The full 100 → 2 ranked
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