We don't have to wait 6 months, and the places don't have to agree to special deals, or to appear on anyone's show. There are far too many amazing places to try in New Orleans, but let's see where everyone wants to go, and give it a whirl. Pop-ups, BBQ, pizza, eclectic, ethnic, or traditional - all are fair game. Only one rule - be nice, or stay home.

We are viewing together films -- including documentaries -- that are "mainstream" or "classic" or "independent" or even "different". Always followed by a discussion. (I've been doing this for 10 years.) We meet in local movie theatres, cultural centers, people's homes around town, or even outdoors using a wall and a projector. Online viewing -- like youtube clips -- and the better television programs -- like PBS, BookTV -- are parts of the offerings. As not to make anyone uncomfortable or shock …

Welcome to the NOLA Hip Mamas & Papas! The NOLA Hip Mamas and Papas are a group of fun women, men and children who are seeking to meet new people for friendships in and around New Orleans! We are of all ages - who live all over the city from Kenner to Lakeview, Lakeview to Metairie, Metairie to River Ridge and Harahan to Mid City, Uptown, Warehouse District, University area to Audubon Park and beyond! We even attract Westbankers! Frankly - it doesn't matter where you live as long as you are seek …

Ladies, let’s face it. It’s time we make time with our favorite girls more then just lunch once a month. This group will host how to travel nights, special girl’s only getaways that are as short as an afternoon cruise to a week in Rome. Re-connect with our best girl friends, daughters, sisters and moms. There is no such thing as a solo traveler in this group. We can be paired up with a roommate we meet at one of our event nights. Be prepared to have experiences like no other. We deserve some tim …

Everyone loves to be the first in most anything, but restaurants especially here in New Orleans. Some of the restaurants are weeks old- others months. All types of foodies from fine dining to mom and pop shops - but never buffets, cafeterias or chains. Some restaurants will offer a fixed price for a chef's selected course and/or dine as you will from your choice - the latter is great for the light eater or budget concerned. A list of new restaurants will be continuously updated and selection w …

To provide details and/or a knowledgeable companion from a local restaurant reviewer. So many restaurants - so little time! Attention tourists and transplants! Don't fall for all the hype of a slick advertisement - my honest opinion from a native who has dined out for overy forty years. Also, perhaps, you would like to try an off the beaten path independent restaurant - many of which are featured in my weekly, local cable TV show, Restaurant Revue (Orleans Cox Cable, Channel 76, Wednesdays and S …