The floor, Griffeth says, is a time when athletes are looking at the crowd, and eliciting enthusiasm—and energy—from both spectators and their fellow teammates.

Reimagined diner fare, a semi-secret speakeasy and a cycling-centric theme define the new Spoke ‘N’ Hub

Leola’s Café and Coffee House has become one of Mid City’s go-to brunch spots, luring diners with a vibrant breakfast and brunch menu and generous patio dining.

Mama's pot roast is a longtime favorite for those dining at the Stephanie Phares-owned Zeeland Street Market, off Perkins Road, near the Garden District.

Now, he’s in Baton Rouge, recently brought on by City Group Hospitality to bring new ideas to its bar program. The group operates nine restaurants in the Capital City, including the recently opened Proverbial Wine Bistro, and the casual eatery and speakeasy, Spoke ‘N’ Hub, opening next year.

The lunch specials at the new Iron Fork are a mouthwatering lineup of what co-owners Tory Cummings and Hershall Bergeron call soul food with a Cajun twist.

Though Bistro Byronz has been a Mid City staple since 2005, its new location inside Square 46 has the best of the old with new menu items.

JED's Local, owned by Russell Davis, serves classic and upmarket po'boys as well as salads and seafood platters.

The pandemic-related cancellation of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival this month means fans will have to wait a bit longer before savoring the fest’s iconic eats. But for lovers of ya-ka-mein, the Creole-influenced Chinese noodle soup and reputed hangover cure, there’s reason to celebrate.

It’s been 20 years since the 13th Gate opened its creepy doors in downtown...