Nicole Cheramie

"USB is at the center of a group of hot breweries taking over old warehouses. Take a free tour, hit up the food truck, and stay to play games like cornhole while drinking seasonally changing brews."

"This seafood restaurant inside the Hilton Riverside has its world famous charbroiled oysters on every must-eat list. Open for lunch or dinner, grab a seat at the oyster bar & watch the magic unfold."

"When in a foodie city, there's no better way to learn about the melting pot of cultures and flavors than with a food and cocktail tour. Doctor Gumbo offers both with stops featuring famous NOLA spots."

"When you want to impress the best take them to Commander's. Wear business professional attire to get in & come for lunch to enjoy up to three 25-cent martinis. Order the famous bread pudding souffle."

"Take the kids to this small theme park hidden inside City Park. Enjoy the fun, free, fairytale-themed Storyland play area or buy tickets to rides including a ladybug roller coaster or the carousel."

"This southern bakery, open daily for breakfast or brunch, is always busy. Perhaps it's the mimosa bar or the pastries. Order the griddle banana bread or country fried steak and sausage gravy biscuit."