Tag Archives: New Orleans

New Orleans is famous for cemeteries that contain beautiful above ground burial mausoleums. Many of the cemeteries are haunted according to local folk lore. While visiting the Garden District of New Orleans I took a guided tour of the local cemetery. Great fun. Pictured above, my guide points out some of the celebrity dead asContinue reading “Cemetery Tour – New Orleans”

A great walking tour in New Orleans can be had in the area of town known as the Garden District. Beautiful old homes and gardens. The Garden District – New Orleans The Garden District – New Orleans The Garden District – New Orleans The famous Commander Palace Restaurant, New Orleans Garden District. Beautiful old oakContinue reading “The Garden District – New Orleans”

 Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar – New Orleans Stopped in at Felix’s for some oysters and cold drinks.    Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar – New Orleans Located in th French Quarter, Felix’s is a small but well known restaurant offering up some local cuisine and seafood.   Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar – New OrleansContinue reading “Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar – New Orleans”

In New Orleans I visited the NOLA Smokehouse for a late lunch and ordered the smokehouse platter. Yes, it is as good as it looks. Six different meats that included pulled pork, beef ribs, brisket, burnt tips, and two kinds of sausage. The side dishes were fantastic also, especially the sweet corn spoon bread. TwoContinue reading “Lunch at NOLA Smokehouse – New Orleans”

While visiting New Orleans I took a ride on the Natchez, an authentic riverboat powered by steam engine. The riverboat is propelled by paddle wheel and has no propellers. For about $30 you get a 2 hour narrated cruise on the mighty Mississippi River. As the ship steams along you are treated to great historicalContinue reading “The Natchez Steam Ship – New Orleans Louisiana”