Down In The Bayou! New Orleans, Louisiana

My recent trip to New Orleans, LA was nothing short of a wonderful experience filled with rich culture, great food, and chill people!  In determining where to go for a quick weekend getaway, NOLA was the perfect place to visit within a short period of time without feeling overwhelmed or as if time was not on my side.  Take a look through my photo gallery to explore the beauty and charm of the bustling, yet quaint, city.  Pictures are worth a thousand words!

The French Quarter

St. Louis Cathedral - The French Quarter

Jackson Square - The French Quarter

Jazz Legends Park - The French Quarter

Harrah's Casino

Steamboat Natchez Riverboat - Mississippi River

The Blake Hotel - Business District (Photo Credit: Orbitz.com)

Fried Crab Cakes with Scrambled Eggs and Potatoes - Phenomenal! (Café at the Square inside the Blake Hotel)

Café at the Square (Business District)

Lafayette Park  (Business District)

Lots of quaint and trendy shops along Magazine Street (The Garden District)

Lafayette Cemetery (The Garden District)

Stately Homes along the St. Charles Line (The Garden District)

The Rum House (The Garden District)

Awesome Tacos, Loaded Nachos, and Potent Caipirinhas! - The Rum House (The Garden District)

Street Car stop along the St. Charles Line. 

The streetcar is extremely convenient while touring the city.  Such an unique experience!

Barbeque Shrimp and a Sazerac Cocktail - Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro (Treme Neighborhood).  Don't mind the shells on the side.  I simply couldn't resist before snapping a photo...Delicious :  )

A few evening cocktails and chill jazz! - Snug Harbor (Treme)

Everything on this plate was to DIE for!!! The Praline Connection Restaurant (Treme)

A local Blues nook in Treme