I am elated about the recent news that Judge Sonia Santomayor has been nominated to the the higher court in America: The Supreme Court. Of course, I am cheering for her. I did not think it was going to happens in my lifetime
Another great weekend has come and gone. Only in New Orleans will you have three great festivals in one weekend and I had to choose which one to attend:New Orleans Wine and Food Experience, the Bayou Boogaloo and the Greek Festival. I could only do one and believe me I was exhausted after focusing and attending everything I could at the NOWFE.
Unfortunately, my little dog Tito had another setback that kept me going from one vet to another and missing the wine seminars. So please include him in your prayers. He is the love of my life!
On Thursday, I attended the delicious and fun Royal Street Stoll as well as the 60th birthday celebration of the Carousel Bar at the Monteleone Hotel. As you can see from my photos, these events were well attended.
The wine, the food and the ambience kept everyone going, in spite of raindrops. On Friday and Saturday, I attended the Grand Tastings and the Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off in which Chef Tory McPhail of Commander’s Palace became the 2009 King of Louisiana Seafood. Congratulations Chef McPhail.
This week coming up is going to be a lot of fun and I will have plenty of opportunities to raise my glass and toast to New Orleans. As a matter of fact, on Thursday, May 28, I will be the celebrity bartender at Davenport Lounge at the Ritz Carlton Hotel. Trumpeter Jeremy Davenport and his band will be playing from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the lounge with no cover charge, and if you buy a least one drink you can have your parking validated. I will be serving complimentary Davenportini from 5:30 to 8 p.m. so try to come and enjoy a great fun night.
Enjoy your week!
Please follow this link if would like to see phtos from my weekend at NOWFE.
Tuesday, May 26 ALLIANCE FRANCAISE OF NEW ORLEANS' DINER FRANCAIS 6.30pm at Coquette Restaurant.Do not hesitate to contact them for more information & make your reservation: 568 0770 or afno@af-neworleans.org
Tuesday, May 26 (with a rebroadcast on Thursday, May 28)
Greater New Orleans to feature " In the Spirit"
WLAE-TV (check your local listings for channel)7:00 and 9:30 p.m.WLAE’s program Greater New Orleans, hosted by Tom Bagwill, will focus on In the Spirit: The Photography of Michael P. Smith from The Historic New Orleans Collection. Co-curator John H. Lawrence will be featured.
Wednesday, May 27
POSTCARDS FROM THE CAC
Art Sale & Party at the Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp Street. Only 200 original artworkpostcards will be sold. Be one of the 200 lucky individuals to secure an original work of art, signed by the artist!Dan Cameron was the curator. $200 -Party Admission + Postcard Art Purchase. See the list of artist at www.cacno.org . Postcards will also be sold at the door on event night depending upon availability.
Wednesday, May 27
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT THE JW MARRIOTT
Experience an evening of cultural indulgences from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the JW Marriott Lobby Lounge featuring works by local artist: (Fine artist who uses mixed painting techniques on handmade paper) Live Entertainment by: .(multi instrumentalist).Spirit Tasting and complimentary Hors D’oeuvres
Wednesday May 27
YLC's WEDNESDAY AT THE SQUARE
BAG OF DONUTS + THE FIGS
5:00pm until 7:30pm,Lafayette Square Park
Wednesday at the Square is a free, 12-week concert series with food and
drink for sale to benefit the Young Leadership Council. Its at
Lafayette Square off St. Charles in the CBD. Local artisans also sell
their work in the Artist Village near the Camp Street entrance.
Thursday, May 28
MARGARITA BERGEN AS CELEBRITY BARTENDER AT THE DAVENPORT LOUNGE
I will be Celebrity Bartender on Thursday, May 28 with trumpeter Jeremy Davenport at the Davenport Lounge in the Ritz Carlton Hotel from 5 to 9 p.m. I will be pouring complimentary Davenportinis from 5:30-8 p.m. No cover charge and complimentary parking if you purchase drinks. Hope to see you there!
MUSIC OFFERING AT DOS JEFES UPTOWN CIGAR BAR- NO COVER CHARGE
Dosjefescigarbar.com
Every Tuesday- TOM HOOK on piano @ 9 30
WED. BOB ANDREWS 9:30 p.m.
THU. TODD DUKE. 9:30 p.m..
FRI. SUNPIE & THE LA SUNSPOTS10 p.m.
SAT DR. BONE & THE HEPCATS 10 p.m.
SUN. MO JELLY 9 P.M.
MON., guitarist JOHN FOHL @ 9 30
***HAPPY HOUR*** HAS EXPANDED TO 7 DAYS
$2.50 HEINER BRAU PINTS;$3 HI-BALLS;$4 MARTINIS, MARGARITAS...
MUSIC OFFERINGS AT IRVIN MAYFIELD'S PLAYHOUSE
May and June Performance Schedule: Monday Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band Tuesday Jason Marsalis
Wednesday Irvin Mayfield's NOJO Jam Session
Thursday Johnaye Kendrick Friday Leon "Kid Chocolate" Brown
Saturday Shamarr Allen ~ May 23 & 30
Shannon Powell Quartet ~ June 6 & 13
Troy Sawyer ~ June 20 & 27
Thursday, May 28
THURSDAYS AT TWILIGHT
NEW ORLEANS BANJOS will be performing at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters- New Orleans Botanical Garden, City Park. Gates open at 5 p.m.- music begins at 6 p.m. $6
May 28-June 13
SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL AT TULANE
The 16th Season of Summer Theatre at Tulane Univerrsity starts with its production of Shakespeare's King Lear, directed by Ron Gural and Jimmy Fitzmorris.
Tulane University’s Lupin Theatre in Dixon Annex, 6823 St. CharlesAvenue. 865-5000
on TROIS : JEREMY DAVENPORT- at 9 p.m. Friday - Saturday and Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Catherine Anderson - Sat and Sun at 1 p.m.
Armand St. Martin -10 a.m. Sunday
Thursday, May 28
RINGSIDE POLITICS WITH A PUNCH
Thursday night May 28, you are invited to the kickoff to the 8th season of Politics with a Punch. As usual, Punch begins at 8 p.m. For this special show, we have picked some of our all-time favorite panelists. Check out our outstanding line-up of celebrities:
Becky Allen -- Queen of New Orleans Theater, Superstar Entertainer
Sean Callebs -- Reporter, CNN, New Orleans Bureau
Renny Martyn -- Star of Reality TV show “Big Brother”
Phil Melancon -- Musician, Entertainer, and Songwriter
The Omni Royal Orleans will be the elegant setting for the annual Heart and Soul Gala that benefits The American Heart Association’s cardiovascular disease research and education in the New Orleans area. Silent auction and cocktail reception at 6 p.m., dinner and live auction at 7. Music by Tipitina’s Foundation Review. Tickets $250. Call 504-830-2300
Friday,May 29
LOUISIANA ARTWORKS’ ArtVenture
The studio resident artists take over the building of Louisiana ArtWorks, 725 Howard Avenue for their final show at 7 p.m..! ArtVenture features cocktails, fine cuisine and three floors of unique “ArtVenturous” environ will be unveiled for the very special celebration. For more information, contact Karen Louise Crain at 504-571-7373 or visit www.louisianaartworks.org
May 29
OBITUARY COCKTAIL
Obers will gather as usual from 6 to 7 p.m. and will be able to draw a chance to win a free dinner for four. Bring a few friends with you to Obit this week and add to your chances of winning at
Galvez Rest. 914 N. Peters St. (Formaly Bella Luna) Phone: 595-3400
May 29-31
BACK TO THE BEACH FESTIVAL AT LAKE PONTCHATRAIN IN LAKETOWN
Bobby Cure, The Boogie Men, Bucktown All-Stars. Rebirth Brass Band, Rockin' Dopsie and The Topcats will be the highlighters at this fun festival that will include Back to the Beach Walk, Bikes at the Beach and Back to the Beach Car Show. For more information call 826-SAVE. Admision $10
May 30
THE DOMINO EFFECT WITH B.B.KING, CHUCK BERRY & LITTLE RICHARD
A SALUTE TO ARCHBISHOP HANNAN TO BE HELD AT WWII MUSEUM
The soiree will commemorate Archbishop Philip Hannan’s 95th birthday and honor his many years of pastoral service both locally and nationally. From 4-7 p.m.Entertainment by acclaimed pianist Ronnie Kole, as well as inspirational songstress Kitty Cleveland and an emerging new voice from St. Tammany Parish, Steven Dale. For more information or to purchase tickets to “A Salute to Archbishop Hannan,” contact Catherine Cooper at CCooper@covla.com or (985) 898-4715.
Saturday, May 30
Presentation and Book Signing by Abby Sallenger, author of Island in a Storm
Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres Street, 2:00 p.m. Island in a Storm (PublicAffairs, 2009) is the true story of the people who faced a fierce hurricane that devastated Isle Derniere—once located off the Louisiana coast on August 10, 1856. Author Abby Sallenger will be signing books.
Sunday, May 31
House of Broel Foundation’s “Les Femmes de la Fashion”
Hostess Bonnie Broel invites you to an afternoon of reminiscing and honoring the many women who have made purchases at the House of Broel or the Liberty Shop.Meet Virginia Lorusso, Bonnie’s first bride and see the gown created for her over 46 years ago. If you have pictures of gowns or the dresses themselves purchased at House of Broel or the Liberty Shop from 1920 to the present time please bring them to this inaugural event. (Not necessary to attend) 2–5 p.m. at the House of Broel, 2220 St. Charles Avenue.
Sunday, May 31
BRIDGE HOUSE CELEBRITY WAITERS III
Retired NFL and Saints players will be the servers at the annual Bridge House’s brunchto be held at Andrea’s Restaurant from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Silent and live auction tables. For tickets and reservation call 504-522-2124, ext 13.
One of the best jazz clubs in the Big Easy, Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta Hotel, 300 Bourbon Street, has quickly become the hottest place in town to enjoy authentic New Orleans jazz music. With many of the city's jazz legends and emerging young talent taking the stage at the "Playhouse," the stylishly sleek club has responded to demand and is now presenting live performances six nights a week.
Beginning Monday, May 25, music lovers can experience jazz music every Monday through Saturday on one of the world's most famous entertainment corridors, Bourbon Street. New Orleans born trumpeter, Irvin Mayfield, will be treating audiences every Wednesday night to a stellar performance in the Jazz Playhouse. On Tuesdays guests can take in the sounds of Jason Marsalis, member of the legendary Marsalis family. All performances begin at 8 pm, and there is no cover.
