The Nola Files
The Nola FilesDoing Good - Featuring the great organizations we have had the pleasure to work with, those of us helping New Orleans tackle it's many issues / Curious Tourist - Some common questions about the city we hear from visitors / Interviews - Our chance to talk to interesting follks in hte community / The Index - This is a rolling A-Z of topics that have shaped the city / The Dirt - Our own ramblings, experiences and opinions
Founded in 1983 by brass musicians Philip Frazier, Kermit Ruffins and members of the Young Olympia Brass Band, The Rebirth Brass Band is a world-renowned music ensemble based in New Orleans. Perfo...
The Steamboat Natchez is a National Historic Landmark located in New Orleans and is known for being the last operating steamboat in America. Built in 1975, this authentic steamboat takes visitors ...
New Orleans, with its rich tapestry of culture, music, and history, is equally famed for its culinary scene, and at the heart of this scene was Leah Chase. Known lovingly as the 'Queen of Creole C...
Located in the heart of New Orleans’ historic Tremé neighborhood sits Dooky Chase, a family-run restaurant and institution that has been serving up delicious Creole dishes since 1941. Led by pione...
Irma Thomas, often referred to as the “Soul Queen of New Orleans”, is a celebrated R&B and soul singer who has been enchanting audiences for more than six decades. Originating from Ponchatoula...
One of the most beloved plays in modern American theater, A Streetcar Named Desire is renowned for its vivid depiction of life in New Orleans. Written by Tennessee Williams and first performed in ...
In the 1920s and 1930s, New Orleans’ French Quarter was home to one of America’s most influential playwrights—Tennessee Williams. An iconic figure in literature and theater, Williams’ works remain...
Established in 1916, Le Petit Theatre has long been one of the premier performing arts venues in New Orleans. Located in the heart of the city’s historic French Quarter—the theater serves as a bea...
Tucked in the heart of New Orleans’ French Quarter, The Presbytère stands as a prominent symbol of the city’s history and culture. Built in 1791, this classical building was originally constructed...
Coffee with chicory is a classic New Orleans beverage that is crafted from two iconic ingredients: coffee beans and the roots of a perennial herb called chicory. The combination of these flavors c...
Café du Monde is a New Orleans landmark synonymous with the city's vibrant culture and cuisine. Located in the heart of the city’s French Quarter, this beloved restaurant has been serving up its s...
Allman McEwan is a name synonymous with the vibrant food culture of New Orleans. Born and raised in the city, McEwan began his culinary journey by learning from some of Louisiana’s most revered ch...
Here we share things we find interesting about New Orleans and the Gulf South, organizations and people that deserve more attention and answer some questions about the area.
