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10 Best Cocktail Bars in New Orleans


There’s perhaps no city in the US that knows how to party quite like New Orleans. Now I know New York can throw it down, and I realize they call Las Vegas Sin City for a reason, but you just can’t beat the Big Easy when it comes to nightlife.

There are so many awesome cocktail bars in New Orleans that you could go out every night for a year and not have a single repeat.

Think I’m joking?

As of the last count, New Orleans has the highest amount of bars per capita in the country!

In the French Quarter – and especially on Bourbon Street – it seems as if every other establishment is a bar. With so many choices, how do you choose where to wet their whistle?!

I’ve been to NOLA a few times now, and I spent a vast majority of my trips there bar-hopping with friends.

In one weekend, I managed to hit a swanky hotel rooftop bar, a heavy metal joint, and one of those New Orleans Bourbon Street bars where cocktails come in giant plastic tubes.

While the memories may be a tad bit fuzzy, rest assured I did proper research for this one!

If you’re planning a trip to the Big Easy and are wondering where to grab a drink, read on for a look at some of the best cocktial bars in New Orleans.

I’ve actually included some variety in this article to appease beer and wine drinkers as well — so there should be something for everyone in this guide. 

Here’s my list of the best 10 cocktail bars in New Orleans (+ a couple of wine and beer spots).

Introduction to New Orleans Bars

Bars in New Orleans run the gamut from grungy dive bars to classy cocktail lounges. The city has secret speakeasies, craft breweries, fancy wine bars, and everything in between.

Whether you’re looking for a casual night out or you want to end up dancing on tables, there’s a bar for you here.

One interesting thing about New Orleans bars is that they can stay open 24/7. The phrase “last call” might as well be in a foreign language here! Oh yeah, and did I mention that you can take your drinks to go here as well?

New Orleans is one of very few places in the US that has no open container laws. Just make sure you’re not drinking out of glass on the street and you’re good to go!

Another really cool thing about the bars in New Orleans is that you can try several cocktails in the very bar where they were invented.

It’s pretty amazing to pull up a stool at a bar that’s hundreds of years old and try a famous cocktail in its birthplace. Be sure to check out this post on New Orleans cocktails so you can familiarize yourself with the city’s most popular adult beverages.

It’s always a good idea to put some food in your belly before a big night out, and there’s plenty to eat in this foodie haven. Speaking of food, be sure to bookmark this post on the best New Orleans food to try when you’re in town. 

Alright, let’s get this party started. There are so many awesome cocktail bars in New Orleans bars that it’s near impossible compiling a definitive “best of list,” but I sure tried.

1. Sazerac Bar

  • Must-Try: A Sazerac, of course! 
  • Prices: $7-8 for beer, $9-18 for wine, $12-21 for cocktails (a Sazerac is $18)
  • Hours: Friday – Sunday from noon – 11 pm. Monday – Thursday from 4 – 10 pm
  • Location: 130 Roosevelt Way (in the Roosevelt Hotel)

Our tour of the best cocktail bars in New Orleans begins at Sazerac.

There’s a lot of history at this place, as it’s named after what some consider to be the first real cocktail. The classic Sazerac dates back to the 1830s, and it’s been a go-to cocktail for New Orleanians ever since.

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Legendary former governor of Louisiana Huey Long used to hang out here, Ramos Gin Fizz in hand, chatting it up with his constituents. These days, you’ll find a mix of locals and tourists, who flock here to enjoy their creative cocktails. 

The Sazerac is definitely one of the classiest of the many New Orleans cocktail bars.

Recent renovations here uncovered some 1930s murals by painter Paul Ninas, which you can admire while sitting on one of their elegant bar stools. It’s especially lovely here in December when the hotel lobby transforms into a veritable winter wonderland. 

2. The Carousel Bar & Lounge

  • Must-Try: The Vieux Carre is the signature drink here; the Fleur de Lis was also created here
  • Prices: $12-15 for cocktails
  • Hours: 7 days a week from noon – 12
  • Location: 214 Royal Street (inside the Monteleone Hotel)

One of the most quintessential New Orleans bars is definitely the Carousel.

In case you’re wondering, that’s not just a clever name — the bar is an actual, fully functional carousel here. Thankfully they replaced the animals with proper bar stools, so you don’t need to straddle a horse to get a drink here.

While the thought of drinking while spinning around in circles may seem nauseating, rest assured that it’s a pleasant experience.

The carousel takes about 15 minutes to make a rotation, so you’ll barely even notice it. You’ll be too busy chatting it up with the expert mixologists here and trying their classic cocktails. 

Fun fact, the famous Vieux Carre cocktail was actually invented here!

Sip on one of these as you enjoy the sounds of some live jazz, as they usually have live music from Wednesday to Saturday. It’s often crowded, but it’s worth the wait to have this classic New Orleans drinking experience. Find out about their daily events here.

3. Lafitte’s Blacksmith Bar & Shop

  • Must-Try: Frozen daiquiris are popular here, but most just drink standard cocktails or beers
  • Prices: $5 and up for everything
  • Hours: 7 days a week from 10AM-3AM
  • Location: 941 Bourbon Street

It’s not every day that you get to drink in a bar that’s 300 years old. That’s precisely what you can do at Lafitte’s Blacksmith, which tops the list of oldest bars in New Orleans. It’s actually said to be the oldest building used as a bar in the country!

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This historic bar is named after Jean Lafitte, a 19th-century French pirate.

It’s said that he once hid out here when he needed a safe place to smuggle his pirated goods. Whether or not that’s true, he would most likely approve of the cheap, strong drinks that they pour here.

While this bar is in fact located on Bourbon Street, it’s pretty far removed from the chaos.

Personally, I’m not a big fan of New Orleans Bourbon Street bars, but this one is a winner. It’s candle-lit and one of the very few piano bars in the city, making for a very fun atmosphere. 

4. Courtyard Brewery

  • Must-Try: Beer – they have over 30 beers on tap here
  • Prices: $3 and up
  • Hours: Friday – Sunday from 11am – 1am. Monday – Thursday from 4pm – 12am
  • Location: 1020 Erato Street

When most people think of New Orleans bars, they picture people slamming down sugary Hurricane drinks and mass-produced beers. While there’s certainly plenty of that going on, the city is also home to a burgeoning craft beer scene.

One of the best bars in New Orleans to get your hop fix is Courtyard Brewery.

They have an impressive selection of draft beer that’s made in-house as well as quite a few guest taps. Whether you fancy an IPA, stout, or sour, they’ve got a brew for you here.

They don’t have a restaurant, but they do host rotating food trucks for when you need something to soak up the booze. Courtyard also hosts an annual craft beer and food festival called Hopfest, so you might want to check that out if you’re in town at the same time.

New Orleans is famous for its epic festivals and events, don’t miss this one.

5. Arnaud’s French 75 Bar

  • Must-Try: The French 75 (a mix of champagne and cognac)
  • Prices: Cocktails from $12.50-14
  • Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 5:30pm – 10:30pm. Sunday from 10:30am – 1am. 
  • Location: 813 Bienville Street

Not only is this one of the best cocktail bars in New Orleans, but Esquire Magazine named French 75 one of the top five bars in the country.

Originally a “gentlemen only” place, these days everyone can enjoy this classy bar. This is the kind of place where the servers wear tuxedos, so you may want to dress up a bit for this one.

The current incarnation of this legendary NOLA drinking establishment focuses on making classic cocktails with premium spirits. As the name would suggest, the French 75 is their signature drink. There are lots of other excellent options on the menu, though.

Even if you don’t plan to have dinner at the restaurant next door, you can still enjoy some of the food. From 6-10PM, the bar serves a varied snack menu featuring oysters en brochette, cheese puffs stuffed with prosciutto, and much more. 

After all this drinking, you might be ready to do something outside of a bar! Don’t miss these popular swamp tours in New Orleans.

6. Bacchanal Wine

  • Must-Try: Wine and cheese! Take your pick from countless varieties.
  • Prices: Very reasonable (retail prices for wine)
  • Hours: Friday – Sunday from noon – 11pm. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 5 – 10pm
  • Location: 600 Poland Ave

After sampling so many cocktails, maybe it’s time to switch to a wine bar. 

Wine lovers will absolutely love Bacchanal, which bills itself as the city’s “backyard party.” The city shut them down due to a lack of permits, but thanks to local support they managed to bring their wine-fueled shindigs back to the city’s Bywater district.

At first glance, Bacchanal doesn’t look like much. From the outside, it just looks like a regular old storefront.

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Head in and purchase a bottle of wine (at retail price!) and then head out into their lovely courtyard where there’s live music seven days a week (weather permitting). As it’s in the Bywater, you’ll find way more locals than boozed-up tourists here.

One reason that Bacchanal is definitely one of the top New Orleans bars is that they do a bi-weekly free wine tasting. These happen on Wednesday from 1-3PM and Saturday from 3-5. Oh yeah, and it was even featured on the HBO series Treme! How cool is that?

I’m not a huge wine drinker, but even I can admit that Bacchanal is one of the coolest New Orleans bars around.

7. Pat O’Brien’s

  • Must-Try: The Hurricane cocktail is the signature drink here
  • Prices: $6-8.50 for their cocktails (Hurricanes cost $8.50)
  • Hours: Wednesday – Monday from 12pm – 12am 
  • Location: 718 St. Peter

The Hurricane is one of the most famous New Orleans cocktails, and you can try one in the very bar where it was created!

As the story goes, the owner of Pat O’Brien’s once found himself with an excess of rum. At the time, distributors made bar owners buy vast quantities of rum before they would sell them more desirable liquors like bourbon. 

In an effort to get rid of this abundance of rum, he mixed it in with passion fruit syrup and lime juice.

He poured the new concoction into a glass that resembled a hurricane lamp, and the rest is history. While most New Orleans bars serve Hurricanes, you’ve got to try one in the original spot where it was made.

Pat O’Brien’s is actually three bars in one.

There’s the main bar where you can catch sporting events on TV, the patio centered around their famous “Flaming Fountain,” and even a dueling piano lounge. This place is fun any day of the week, but it’s especially lively on St. Patrick’s Day.

8. Napoleon House

  • Must-Try: They’re famous for their Pimm’s Cup (gin, lemonade & 7-up)
  • Prices: $4.50-7 beer, $7-12 for wine & cocktails 
  • Hours: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday from 11am – 9pm. Friday and Saturday 11am – 10 pm. 
  • Location: 500 Charles Street

One of the oldest bars in New Orleans is the famous Napoleon House.

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This historic building dates back over 200 years. Back in those days, then-mayor Nicholas Girod was living here. He offered the house to none other than Napoleon Bonaparte during his exile. 

Actually, Napoleon never made it, but his name did. The bar has been here since 1914, and it feels as if time stood still here. Find out more about the cocktail bar’s history here. 

With its peeling walls, multiple paintings of Napoleon, and classical music playing, it feels like stepping back in time. You’ll often hear Beethoven’s Eroica, which was actually composed for Napoleon. 

There’s no way to top the description of Napoleon House than what they have on their website: “exudes a European charm that is a mecca for civilized drinking and eating.”

Order up a Pimm’s Cup and a classic Muffuletta and settle in for an evening at one of the best bars in New Orleans.

9. 21st Amendment Bar at La Louisiane

  • Must-Try: The La Louisiane is their signature cocktail (rye, vermouth, bitters)
  • Prices: cocktails are $13
  • Hours: Thursday – Saturday from 4pm – 11pm
  • Location: 725 Iberville Street

For those who flunked (or never took) American History, the 21st Amendment officially repealed Prohibition and made the consumption of alcohol legal again.

When he signed it, President Franklin Roosevelt exclaimed, “What America needs now is a drink!” With the stroke of a pen, he did away with one of the least popular amendments in American history.

The 21st Amendment Bar is a tribute to the Prohibition era when underground speakeasies flourished and mobsters ran the alcohol trade.

Look around the bar and you’ll spot pictures of many of them. As a matter of fact, the place was actually run by mobsters for many years when it was a hotel & restaurant.

These days, 21st Amendment is a popular hangout for both locals and tourists alike.

They mix up hand-crafted cocktails here and there’s live music every day of the week. Be sure to check their calendar to see what’s playing and add 21st Amendment Bar to your list of must-visit New Orleans cocktail bars.

10. Espíritu Mezcal Bar

  • Must-Try: It’s all things Mezcal here! Try the Mezcal with cucumber, or the Mezcal Mule
  • Prices: cocktails are from $9
  • Hours: Tuesday – Thursday from 11:30am – 9pm. Friday 11:30am – 10pm. Saturday 4pm – 10pm
  • Location: 520 Capdeville St.

If you’re craving a bit of Mexico in New Orleans, Espíritu is the place to go. Sustainably sourced mezcal and fantastic Mexican cuisine are on the menu here. 

Whether it’s National Tequila Day or just “Tasting Thursdays”, there’s always something fun going on at this cocktail bar in New Orleans. Visit Espíritu and learn about smoky mezcal, while dining on yummy tacos, tortas, ceviche and guacamole. 

Mezcal has become a popular drink over the past few years, don’t miss the signature cocktails which include Mezcal with cucumbers, peppers, and lime, or Mezcal with lemon, mint, and basil. Salud! 

Bonus! Snake & Jake’s 

  • Must Try: Cheap beers and standard cocktails are tops here
  • Prices: $2-4 for beer, $5 and up for wine, $4-6 for cocktails
  • Hours: 7 days a week from 7pm – 7am
  • Location: 7612 Oak Street

No list of New Orleans bars would be complete without the city’s most infamous dive. It’s Christmas year-round at Snake & Jake’s, as they’re like your neighbors who never take the lights down. 

This is often called the “diviest of dive bars,” and that’s a pretty fitting description for this late-night haunt.

From the street, it looks like the kind of place your mom told you never to frequent. Inside, however, you’ll find jovial bartenders and a few furry friends roaming about. You’ll also find some of the cheapest drinks in town, especially during their nightly Happy Hour from 7-10.

On your bucket-list of booze-fueled things to do in New Orleans, you should definitely add a nightcap at Snake & Jake’s. They stay open until 7am, which always makes for an entertaining scene. 

Ready to Hit The New Orleans Cocktail Bars?

I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to party after getting through this post! It really is amazing just how many unique New Orleans cocktail bars (and wine and beer joints) there are.

Once you get past the tourist traps pouring cheap, excessively sugary drinks, there’s an abundance of excellent drinking establishments in the Big Easy.

Just think about all the history behind the walls of these bars in New Orleans. Where else in the world can you drink at a place named after Napoleon and another one named after a 19th-century French pirate? Or try famous cocktails right where they were created? 

The variety of bars in New Orleans is quite impressive as well.

With a few nights in the city, you can experience a bacchanal backyard party, sample some of the city’s finest craft beers, and sip on a historic cocktail while riding a carousel. And that’s only just the beginning.

There are so many fantastic New Orleans cocktail bars that couldn’t fit into this condensed list. 

If you’ve been out in the Big Easy and have a recommendation for a great bar or two, drop a comment below and let us know about it!

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Best On-Screen Bathing Suits – Iconic Swimsuits In Movies


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God is a Woman Fragrance from Ariana Grande


Move about Fairy Dust by Paris Hilton, Glow by J. Lo, and White Diamonds by Elizabeth Taylor— God is a Female, the latest fragrance from Ariana Grande, is the best celebrity scent on the market place, period of time. Entire stop. I reported what I stated.

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I very first became intrigued by Ariana Grande’s fragrance line when Tynan Sinks, co-host of Scent Ya Later Podcast, stated he loves the selection.

So when I listened to Grande had a new launch on the horizon, I felt like this was a indication from God to give it a try out. I spritzed the fragrance into the box (Pro idea: never spray a under no circumstances-smelled-in advance of-fragrance straight onto your body—you’re caught with it all working day, which is a unique type of punishment if you despise it) and I was shocked. This… is amazing.

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15 Best Things To Do in Seattle, Washington


Known as the Emerald City, Seattle just might be the most scenic metropolitan area in the United States. The largest city in the Pacific Northwest offers visitors endless things to see and do. 

Seattle is surrounded by evergreen forests, mountains, and water. In addition to its natural beauty, there are also plenty of excellent attractions and places to visit.

As the name would suggest, Seattle is home to lots of green spaces. As a matter of fact, there are hundreds of parks here! If you love the great outdoors, there’s no shortage of great places to visit in Seattle.

Even if you’re just in Seattle for a weekend trip, it’s enough time to enjoy many of the things to see and do. 

In this guide, I’ll introduce some of the top things to do in Seattle along with lots of practical info to help you plan a great trip.

About Seattle

Seattle is located between Puget Sound and Lake Washington and has the Olympic Mountains to the west and Cascades to the east, making for some postcard-worthy scenery around every corner.

Unfortunately, it’s true that it rains quite often here. Don’t let it rain on your parade, though  — there are tons of great museums and other indoor activities to keep you busy when it gets a bit wet. 

Seattle is also well-known for its music and sports. The grunge era started here with bands like Pearl Jam and Nirvana and it’s now a hub for indie music and underground hip-hop.

Seattle sports fans are some of the loudest in the country as they show their unwavering support for teams like the Seahawks and Sounders.

I’ve been to cities all over my home country from coast to coast (including Denver, Detroit, Austin, Asheville, Boston, New Orleans and many more), and Seattle is definitely among my favorites.

It really is amazing how you can enjoy all the amenities of a big city and yet so easily get out in nature.

Here’s my list of the top 15 things to do and places to visit in Seattle:

1. See the Space Needle

Without a doubt, the most iconic landmark in Seattle is the Space Needle. Built for the 1962 edition of the World’s Fair, it has been a fixture in the city’s skyline ever since.

The observation deck is 520 feet (158 meters) tall, so you get to enjoy 360-degree panoramic views. On a clear day, you can see the entire city along with natural wonders such as Lake Union and Mt. Rainier. 

While the Space Needle has always been one of the top places to visit in Seattle, it’s even cooler now thanks to some serious renovations.

A recent multi-million dollar upgrade gave the famous tower The Loupe — the first rotating glass floor in the world. They also added wall-to-ceiling glass and the new Skyrisers, which are tilting glass benches that provide for some unreal views of the city.

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The Space Needle is open daily from 8 AM-Midnight, with the last entry at 11:15. Tickets range from $34 – 37.50 for adults and $25 – 30 for children. This is one of the top places to visit in Seattle and is included in the Seattle CityPass.

2. Check Out The Seattle Center

The Space Needle is just one part of the massive Seattle Center. This hub of education, art, and entertainment has so much going on that you could easily spend an entire day here and still not do it all.

One of the top Seattle attractions you’ll find here is the International Fountain. At different points throughout the day, the fountain is synchronized to music, making for a great show that’s fun for all ages. 

The Seattle Center is also home to Artists at Play — a funky playground designed by artists. There’s a climbing tower, labyrinth, carousel, and much more here. This is one of the best free things to do in Seattle.  

There’s much more to see and do here, including several different museums. Don’t miss the excellent Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Discovery Center. They run free group tours from Tuesday-Saturday at 2:00 PM and it’s always free to visit.

In addition to all the different attractions here, the Seattle Center also hosts thousands of events and programs throughout the year. Concerts, fitness classes, movies, festivals, and more are on tap here. Be sure to check their event calendar to see what’s going on.

3. See Chihuly Garden

One of the most popular places to visit in Seattle is the Chihuly Garden & Glass Museum. It’s dedicated to the stunning glasswork of Dale Chihuly, whose work can be seen in over 200 museums around the world.

The museum is split into three different areas — the Garden, Interior Exhibits, and the incredible Glasshouse.

There’s also a theater that’s constantly showing short videos of Chihuly and his work. You’ll definitely want to carve out a couple of hours to take it all in. 

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The museum is open from 8:30am – 8:30pm Monday to Thursday and stays open an hour later on the weekend.

Tickets cost $30 -35 for adults and $19 – 21 for children. Entrance to the Chihuly Garden & Glass Museum is included in the Seattle CityPass, and on this 3 hour “highlights tour” of Seattle.

Finally, if you prefer to simply purchase your entrance ticket direct from the company, make sure to utilize the free audio tour on offer. 

4. Join a Food Tour

One of the most fun things to do in Seattle is eating your way across the city on a food tour. Eat Seattle and Show Me Seattle come highly recommended and has several different options for food tours in the Emerald City.

Their highly-rated signature tour of Pike Place Market Chef Guided Food Tour lasts two hours and includes numerous bites. Along the way, you’ll learn all about the history and culture of the market, find some small businesses and enjoy sampling all of the amazing foods on offer. 

Another solid option is the Pike Place Market Walking Food tour which includes a guide, samples at seven artisanal food stalls, and more.

5. Visit The Museum of Pop Culture

Formerly known as the EMP (Experience Music Project), the Museum of Pop Culture is one of the best Seattle attractions around. Before you head inside, you’ll want to take some time to admire the stunning building from world-famous architect Frank Gehry.

Once you step inside the museum, which also goes by MoPOP, you’ll notice the impressive guitar sculpture called “If VI Was IX.” There are over 500 instruments making up this tornado-like sculpture! 

Speaking of music, the museum has several permanent exhibits dedicated to Seattle’s most famous rockers — Jimi Hendrix, Nirvana, and Pearl Jam.

You can even channel your inner rockstar in their Sound Lab or take your picture in front of a packed audience in their On Stage area. 

That’s not all, though. MoPop also has exhibits on fantasy, science fiction, horror, video games, comedy, and much, much more.

I’ve been to a lot of museums in my travels, and this one is definitely my favorite. Be sure to add it to your list of fun things to do in Seattle.

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MoPOP is open Monday – Friday from 10 am – 6 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 9 am – 6 pm. Tickets cost around $35 for adults and $21 for children. Entrance tickets to MoPOP is included in the Seattle CityPass.

Click here to get directions.

6. Pike Place Market – One of the most famous Seattle attractions!

One of the top places to visit in Seattle is Pike Place Market. Dating all the way back to 1907, this is one of the oldest public farmers’ markets in the United States. 

By shopping at Pike Place Market, you’re doing much more than just checking off one of the best Seattle attractions. You’re supporting local farmers, artisans, and small businesses as well! 

There’s so much to see (and taste) here that you’ll want to make sure you come hungry and stay awhile.

In addition to the farmers’ market and crafts market, there are 80 restaurants and over 200 unique shops. With so many options, it can be a bit intimidating. Don’t miss a food tour (listed above at #4) of this market. 

It’s much more than just a market, actually. It’s a community with lots of excellent initiatives, such as a senior center, food bank, and pre-school.

If you want to show some extra love, pay a visit to Rachel the Piggybank. Rub her snout and make a donation, and legend has it you’ll have good luck.

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The market is only closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. It officially gets going at 9 am and closes at 6 pm, but you can come here as early as 6 am for breakfast if you’re an early riser.

Head over to their website to plan your visit and browse all the various options. You can find Pike Place Market on the map here.

7. Enjoy the Waterfront Park

After exploring Pike Place, you’re just a short walk from the next spot on our list of Seattle attractions — Waterfront Park. There are several benches and picnic tables here, so it’s the perfect place to sit down and enjoy whatever delicious food you picked up at the market.

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The park is home to two different platforms where you can enjoy some fantastic views.

On a clear day, you can even see the Olympic Mountains in the distance. There are coin-operated telescopes here to help you get an even better look at the surroundings. Be sure to check out the Waterfront Fountain as well.

One of the most fun things to do in Seattle is taking a ride on the Seattle Great Wheel. This giant Ferris wheel is open from Monday – Thursday from 11 am – 10 pm, Friday and Saturday from 10 am – 11 pm and Sunday from 10 am – 10 pm. 

Tickets cost $16 for adults and $11 for kids. You also have the option of splurging for a VIP ticket ($50) for their luxury gondola and a souvenir t-shirt.

Waterfront Park is a great spot to unwind after a big day taking of sightseeing in the Emerald City. It’s located between Pier 57 and 59. Click here to get directions.

8. Day Trip to Mount Rainier 

If you have some extra time in Seattle, consider doing a day trip out to Mount Rainier which is an active stratovolcano in the Mount Rainier National Park.

This towering volcano is 14,400 ft (4,390m) and in the National Park, you’ll find numerous activities on offer, including hiking, camping and rock climbing.

For travellers on a day trip, hiking along one of the many trails is a top choice. During the winter months, you can trade in your hiking boots for show shoes and still enjoy the trails. 

The highly-rated Evergreen Escapes runs full-day, small group tours to Mount Rainier, which are tailored to your fitness levels.

Included in the trip are transportation, a knowledgeable naturalist, lunch, snacks, and entrance fees. To learn more about this top trip from Seattle, click here.

If you’d like to add wine tasting to your day trip to Mt. Rainier, check out this fun tour! Enjoy a hike in the park, organic picnic outside, and wine tastings at local vineyards. Of course, transportation, all fees, and food and wine are included. Learn more here.

9. Take a Cruise

While Seattle looks great on land, it looks even better from the water! Taking a cruise around Elliot Bay and the Puget Sound is easily one of the most fun things to do in Seattle.

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Your options for a cruise range from a simple 1-hour harbor trip to overnight getaways.

On the budget end, you can simply take one of the local ferries to enjoy the views. The ferry to Bainbridge Island only costs $8.50 for adults and $4.25 for children, and the return trip is free. It’s a nice way to spend an afternoon without spending a ton of cash.

Argosy Cruises has been in business for 70 years and their tours come highly recommended. They have seven different options, including their one-hour cruise of Elliot Bay and the Seattle Harbour where you’ll enjoy a fully narrated trip, amazing views of the Seattle skyline, and on clear days, of Mount Rainier.

A cruise with Argosy is actually included in the Seattle CityPass if you choose to go that route.

10. Walk Through Washington Park Arboretum

The Washington Park Arboretum is definitely one of the most beautiful Seattle attractions to visit. This scenic park has miles upon miles of trails and is a living collection of plants. It’s a prime example of why Seattle is known as the Emerald City and a lovely place to spend a few hours.

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Spring is a very popular time to visit the park thanks to the azaleas that are in bloom. Come here in the fall and you’ll see Japanese maples and strawberry trees, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors.

The arboretum is open daily from dawn to dusk and is one of the best free places to visit in Seattle. They also have several different tours and classes as well as options for birding and boating. Check their website for all the details. 

While you’re here, it’s well worth it to pay the entrance fee for the Japanese Garden ($8 for adults and $4 for children). They have free guided tours from April to October at 12:30, and you can also enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony here for an extra $10. It’s a little slice of Japan right here in Seattle!

Click here to get directions to the arboretum. The Japanese Garden is in the southwest corner of the park. Be sure to add a stop here to your list of places to visit in Seattle.

11. Visit the Seattle Art Museum

Art lovers will want to experience SAM. The Seattle Art Museum actually consists of three different facilities — the main museum, the Asian Art Museum, and the Olympic Sculpture Park.

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At the main museum, you’ll find an impressive collection of art from all corners of the globe. It’s known for its extensive collections of Native American and Northwest Coast art. There are over 25,000 different works of art on display here, so take your time.

In addition to the main museum, you can also pay a visit to the Olympic Sculpture Park. It’s located just a mile away (click here for directions), so it’s easy to visit both. Once an industrial site, it’s now a free public park full of unique sculptures. 

The art museum is open from 10 am – 5 pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday-Sunday. It’s closed on Tuesday but stays open until 9 PM on Thursday.

Tickets are $29.99 for adults, $19.99 for students and teens ages 15-18, and free for kids 14 and under. If you happen to be in town on the first Thursday of the month, it’s free for everyone! Click here for directions.

12. Visit The Museum of Flight

If you’re interested in air and space, you’ll want to include the Museum of Flight to your Seattle itinerary. There are over 150 aircraft on display here along with thousands of artifacts and photos.

There’s enough to see and do to spend several hours here, so this is a great thing to do in Seattle when it rains (which happens quite frequently!).

A major highlight is the Aviation Pavilion, which features an impressive collection of rare airplanes. There are WWII bombers, the first Boeing 747, and even the first jet Air Force One. You can even board some of them!

In addition to all the aircraft, they have plenty of interesting exhibits to check out, which change frequently. Click here to view a list of current exhibits and see what’s coming up.

For those airplane fanatics, you can also visit the Boeing Factory which is about 30 miles (50km) from Seattle. On the tour, you’ll check out the Boeing factory with a local guide and see planes at various stages of assembly!

Plus, you’ll wander around the 28,000-square-foot Aviation Gallery and check out the exhibits and displays. Learn more about this tour here. 

The Museum of Flight is open daily from 10 AM-5 PM. Tickets cost $25 for adults and $16 for children.

On the first Thursday of every month, the museum remains open from 5-9 PM and it’s totally free to enter. Click here to buy your tickets online for one of the best Seattle attractions. You can find the Museum of Flight on the map here. 

13. Watch Some Professional Sports

People in Seattle are crazy about their sports, and they express their love for their teams very loudly.

In fact, Seahawks fans have twice set the Guinness World Record for loudest crowd noise at a sporting event. The team refers to their passionate fans as the “12s,” as they basically act as the 12th player.

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The Seahawks (NFL) play their home games at CenturyLink Field. The stadium is also home to the Seattle Sounders FC, which have been selling out home games since their debut in MLS ten years ago. If you can manage to score a ticket, you’re in for a good time.

During the summer months, you can catch the Mariners (MLS) at T-Mobile Park. With around 80 home games per season, there’s a good chance they’ll be in town if you’re visiting between May and September. 

Fun fact: the Seattle Metropolitans were the first American team to win the Stanley Cup way back in 1917. The NHL wasn’t even a thing at that time, as it got started later that year.

The city will finally have an NHL team starting with the 2021 – 2022 season, which will play at the New Arena in the Seattle Center.

14. Experience Discovery Park

While there are plenty of excellent green spaces in the Emerald City, Discovery Park really takes the cake. This is the largest park in Seattle and is home to around 12 miles of excellent trails. It also has beaches, sand dunes, cliffs, meadows, and much more.

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If it’s your first time at the park, your best bet is starting out with the Loop Trail. This 2.8 mile-long trail goes through the center of the park and branches out to other trails if you feel like exploring further.

Try to make it all the way out to the West Point Lighthouse, where you can enjoy some incredible views of the mountains and water.

Discovery Park is located on Magnolia Bluff overlooking the Puget Sound, click here for directions. It’s definitely one of the most picturesque of all the Seattle attractions and is well worth the effort to reach.

15. Join an Underground Tour

Rounding out our list of fun things to do in Seattle is taking an interesting underground tour. 

Beneath The Streets is one of the most popular Seattle attractions. On this fun and educational tour, you’ll explore subterranean sidewalks and storefronts that were built on top of after the Great Fire of 1889. 

This one-hour tour takes you beneath Seattle’s streets to explore three underground passageways, dating back to the 1890s.

This highly-rated tour is fun for everyone and affordable at $29. Click here to learn more about the tour.

Now You Know What To Do in Seattle

These are just some of the many interesting things to do in Seattle. There’s a lot more going on in the Emerald City, including plenty of other parks, beaches, museums, tours, and a whole lot more. 

With some more time in Seattle, you can also take advantage of the many amazing day-trip opportunities.

Within a few hours, you can find yourself exploring Mt. Rainier or Olympic National Park. Or perhaps you’d rather go visit a waterfall or soak in a hot spring. The options for adventure really are endless!

If you’ve been to Seattle and have a great recommendation for things to do, leave a comment below!

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The slopes may perhaps have been the new runway this previous winter season, but for summer time 2021, fashion’s eye is centered firmly on the court docket. This week, Woman Gaga volleyed in a Nike matching established, and vogue figures from Winnie Harlow to Babba Rivera have taken up the interest.

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In Might, Marysia debuted a capsule selection named Marysia Activity Clean up, with types named just after woman tennis players, together with Williams and Naomi Osaka. Previous thirty day period, Alo introduced a collection of athletics products, which includes tennis rackets. And as vogue makes have gotten more into tennis, tennis manufacturers have gotten a lot more into fashion. Circumstance in point: 51-12 months-previous standby Prince, which has an “off courtroom” collection completely ready for your subsequent publish-match beer.

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Best New Orleans Food: 10 Must-Try Dishes (+Where)


There are plenty of awesome cities in the United States, each offering something unique to visitors. It’s hard to pick a favorite, but if I have to then I’m going with New Orleans.

While the Crescent City is most well-known for its massive Mardi Gras celebrations and other epic New Orleans festivals, this is also a foodie’s paradise. New Orleans food is incredibly diverse and is some of the best in the country.

You could honestly plan your entire trip to New Orleans around where and what you’re eating.

There are so many mouth-watering dishes to try and an abundance of excellent restaurants to visit. You can make several trips to the city and try something new every time, and you’ll still only barely scratch the surface.

I’ve traveled all over my home country and I can say without a shadow of a doubt that New Orleans is my favorite city for food.

I love a good slice of New York pizza and I’m always happy to crush a Chicago hot dog, but you just can’t beat the variety in New Orleans. American food may be accused of being somewhat bland, but that’s definitely not the case here!

If you’re planning a trip to New Orleans and are wondering what to eat, this guide is for you.

Read on for a look at the best food in New Orleans, featuring recommendations for some of the top places to try each dish. 

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What is New Orleans Food?

So, what exactly is New Orleans food? The cuisine of the Big Easy is a real melting pot. It’s influenced by both Cajun and Creole cuisine as well as soul food. You may be wondering what the difference between Cajun and Creole is. Time for a little history lesson!

Creole Cuisine

Before Louisiana was part of the USA, it was a colony of France and then Spain. Creole refers to the American-born descendants of those European settlers.

French settlers used this word to distinguish between those who were born in Louisiana and those born back in France. This term was also used to describe the descendants of African slaves and Native Americans that were born in the area.

Much like the people, Creole cuisine is a fusion of French, Spanish, African, and Native American influences. Over the years, it was also influenced by German and Italian immigrants as well as the cuisine found in other parts of the southern US.

Cajun Cuisine

Now onto the Cajuns, who are also known as Acadians.

They are the descendants of French colonists who were expelled from the area in Canada known as Acadia when the British took over.

Many of them moved to Louisiana, as it was a French colony at the time. They intermarried with other groups, so many Cajuns today have ancestors from places like Ireland and Germany.

As you might guess, Cajun cuisine has a strong French influence. It’s considered a “rustic” cuisine, meaning it relies heavily on local ingredients and is relatively simple to prepare.

It’s not necessarily spicy, but it does employ a wide variety of seasonings. We’ll take a look at some of the best Cajun food in New Orleans in just a minute.

Wondering where to stay in New Orleans during your trip? Check out our in-depth guide to the best hotels on Bourbon street, including loads of information about the French Quarter.

Soul Food and Seafood

Finally, soul food refers to the cuisine created by African-American descendants of slaves.

With limited rations and long, demanding workdays, they came up with hearty, filling dishes using what little they had. Soul food staples like cornbread, fried catfish, and collard greens with pork came about as a result and are still very popular today.

Thanks to its location, seafood features very prominently in the Big Easy.

It’s here that the Mississippi River flows into the Gulf of Mexico, so people have easy access to both fresh and saltwater fish and shellfish. Shrimp, crawfish, oysters, and crab are all common ingredients in New Orleans food.

Now that you know about the various styles of food, let’s take a look at some New Orleans famous food and must-try dishes in the city.

Best New Orleans Food: 10 Must-Try Dishes

As a result of the mix of people and cultures in New Orleans, there are numerous tasty, must-try meals.

Some of the dishes are more well-known than others, and while there are way more than 10 foods you should try, here are some famous New Orleans dishes you don’t want to miss. 

Jambalaya

When it comes to New Orleans food, one dish that always comes to mind is jambalaya. This is a spicy one-pot dish with rice and a mixture of andouille sausage, chicken, and shrimp.

As is typically the case with New Orleans food, there’s an interesting backstory behind this dish.

Back when the Spanish settled here, they had a hard time recreating their beloved paella due to high taxes on saffron. Instead, they turned to local ingredients such as juicy tomatoes.

There’s both a Cajun and a Creole-style of jambalaya, which is dependant on the use of tomatoes.

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You’ll typically find Creole jambalaya in New Orleans, which uses tomatoes. But if you were to travel to other areas in Louisiana, you’ll find Cajun-style jambalaya — which doesn’t incorporate tomatoes in the recipe. 

Both styles use the “holy trinity” of onion, celery, and bell peppers (typically green). Garlic is also used in jambalaya, as are a wide range of seasonings such as cayenne pepper, oregano, paprika, and more.

The best thing about jambalaya is that there are so many different ways to cook it. You could try it every day of your trip and not have the same experience twice!

This just might be the quintessential New Orleans dish as it’s found all over the city. Some of the best places to eat jambalaya in the city include Mother’s and the New Orleans Creole Cookery.

Po’ Boys

Po’ Boys are a New Orleans classic. If you’re wondering where the interesting name of these tasty sandwiches comes from, there’s another historical lesson behind it. 

Back in1929, the streetcar workers in New Orleans were on strike. A pair of restaurant owners, former streetcar conductors themselves, came up with a cheap sandwich to feed the hungry, unpaid workers.

They referred to the striking workers as “poor boys,” and the name stuck for the style of sandwich.

The French influence on New Orleans food is clear once again, as po’ boys are served on a baguette-style loaf of bread. Roast beef has always been a popular filling, including a “sloppy” style that’s covered in gravy.

These days, fried seafood options like shrimp and oysters are also all the rage.

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Whichever filling you choose, get ready for a delicious sandwich and a prime example of New Orleans famous food. When ordering a po’ boy, ask for it “dressed” if want lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and mayo.

Some of the best places for a po’ boy include Domilise’s, Parkway Bakery & Tavern, and Liuzza’s by the Track.

Looking to wash your po’boy down with a drink?! Don’t miss our list of the top 10 best New Orleans Bars.

Crawfish

Crawfish – or “mud bugs” as they’re known in Louisiana – are freshwater crustaceans that kind of look like small lobsters. They’re kind of a big deal here, so much so that there’s even a whole festival dedicated to them! 

Spring is crawfish season in the Big Easy. Going to a crawfish boil is a must-do if you’re visiting this time of year. The boiled crawfish are typically served alongside corn and potatoes, making for a very filling and satisfying meal.

There are countless options for boiled crawfish in New Orleans. Some places cook it up every day, while others do boils just once a week.

A few places that come recommended include Bevi Seafood Co., Cajun Seafood, and Frankie & Johnny’s.

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One dish that always comes up on lists of the best food in New Orleans is crawfish étouffée, which comes from the French word meaning “to smother.” The mudbugs are indeed smothered in a roux (a mix of butter and flour) along with spices.

As with many other popular NOLA dishes, crawfish étouffée comes in both Cajun and Creole styles. Bon Ton Cafe (Update 2021: this restaurant is temporarily closed, check back), Felix’s, and Chartres House (Update 2021: this restaurant is temporarily closed, check back), are all good spots to try this popular New Orleans food.

Don’t miss a trip out to the New Orleans swamp! Check out this list of the top 7 swamp tours and head out on a trip after you’re done eating your way through the city.

Beignets

We’ve already covered some of the best food in New Orleans for a hearty, filling meal. Let’s take a quick break from all the seafood and spice to satisfy your sweet tooth with a classic NOLA treat — beignets.

These delectable pastries were introduced by the French hundreds of years ago, and they’re definitely high atop the list of New Orleans famous food. Square-shaped pastries made of fried dough, beignets are known as a doughnut without the hole.

Once they’re hot and ready, beignets are dusted with powdered sugar. They’re best eaten hot and fresh, especially paired with a cup of cafe au lait. 

The most famous place to get your beignet fix is definitely Cafe du Monde (if you’ve seen the movie Chef, this is where they sampled beignets!).

There’s always a line here, but it moves quickly and it’s worth it to cross this NOLA staple off your list. Another great choice is the 24-hour Morning Call located inside City Park.

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Red Beans & Rice

No list of New Orleans food would be complete without red beans & rice.

Simple, filling, and delicious, this is a local favorite. It’s basically the bacon & eggs of the Big Easy. Legendary musician Louis Armstrong loved it so much that he would sign letters “Red Beans & Ricely Yours.”

Red beans & rice was traditionally made on Mondays using leftover pork bones from dinner the night before. This made for an easy dinner to prepare while tending to household duties like cleaning and laundry.

These days, you can enjoy red beans & rice any day of the week.

It’s cooked slowly in a pot along with the holy trinity and a mixture of spices, then served over rice. 

As with many classic New Orleans dishes, most locals will tell you that the best version comes from their mom’s kitchen. If you’re just traveling here, some popular places to munch on red beans & rice include Joey K’s, Mother’s, and Coop’s (which is 21 and over only).

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Gumbo

One of the most classic Creole dishes being cooked up in NOLA is gumbo. It’s so popular down here that it’s actually the state dish of Louisiana! Of course, there’s also a Cajun spin on this New Orleans famous food.

No two pots of gumbo are alike, as the options are endless when it comes to making this hearty stew. Just about any type of meat or shellfish can be used in gumbo.

A thickener such as roux, okra or filé powder is also used along with the holy trinity of vegetables and a variety of seasonings. 

Once again, New Orleans food showcases a melting pot of influences with gumbo. You’ve got roux from France, okra from West Africa, sassafras from Native Americans, and sausage from Germany.

Many outsiders confuse gumbo and jambalaya, as the dishes are a bit similar.

The main difference is that gumbo is served on rice, while the rice is actually cooked in with jambalaya. Both of them have so many different choices for ingredients that the options really are endless.

Gumbo is on the menu all over the Big Easy, but some of the best places to try it are the Gumbo Shop, Mr. B’s Bistro, and Dooky Chase’s.

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Bananas Foster

When you need to satisfy your sweet tooth in New Orleans, be sure to give Bananas Foster a try.

This classic dessert was created right here in NOLA in the 1950s at Brennan’s Restaurant — which is also one of the most popular places to try famous cocktails in New Orleans.

At that time, New Orleans was a major hub for bananas that entered the US from Central and South America.

Chef Paul Blange created a dish consisting of bananas with a sauce made of butter, rum, and brown sugar. He named it after Richard Foster, a local business leader and friend of the owner. 

Once they’re soaked in the sauce, the bananas are set aflame in a technique known as flambé. The fire actually burns off the alcohol but leaves the smokey taste of the rum. It’s typically prepared at your table and served with vanilla ice cream.

Of course, Brennan’s remains the go-to place to try this famous New Orleans food. Over at Hansen’s, you can try another classic New Orleans dessert called a sno-ball and get it with a Bananas Foster topping.

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Muffuletta

There’s been a lot of French and Spanish influences so far in this post, but we have Italians to thank for this next one. The muffuletta is a giant sandwich made on a sesame seed roll. It’s stuffed with several different deli meats, cheese, and olive dressing.

Typical fillings for a muffuletta include ham, salami, mortadella (a type of Italian sausage), and either Swiss or provolone cheese (or both!).

The olive dressing is composed of chopped green and black olives along with onions in olive oil and spices. A muffuletta is typically served cold, but many places will toast it for you if you want the cheese melted.

The name for the sandwich comes from the bread, which originates from Sicily. Central Grocery was the first place to serve muffulettas in the city, and they remain the best spot to try this New Orleans famous food.

As the story goes, the owner noticed people would stop in his store to buy bread, meat, cheese, and olives, and try to eat them all together on the street.

Of course, this made for quite a messy dining experience. He decided to make their lives easier by assembling all the ingredients in one sandwich!

Other popular spots for this filling sandwich include Cochon Butcher and R&O’s. A whole muffuletta is pretty massive, so you may want to just grab a half or split it with a friend.

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Pralines

The next item on our list of New Orleans food is one of the city’s most iconic sweets — pralines. These candies are traditionally made with almonds and caramelized sugar and were brought to Louisiana by the French settlers. 

Due to their abundance in the region, pecans came to replace almonds in the recipe for pralines. Cooks added milk or cream to thicken the confection. The result is a soft and creamy sweet that’s basically a nutty version of fudge.

You can find pralines all over the Big Easy, as they’re one of the most famous sweets in the city.

One place that comes highly recommended is Tee-Eva’s. This family-run bakery whips up creamy pralines and pies from recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. 

Southern Candymakers is another great spot to try this famous New Orleans food. They make the original as well as several other varieties of pralines, including rum, chocolate, peanut butter, or coconut. 

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Oysters

When talking about the best food in New Orleans, oysters are always involved in the discussion. Because of the warm waters in the Gulf, oysters can be harvested year-round here. 

People in NOLA enjoy oysters in many different ways — raw, fried, chargrilled, broiled, or just stuffed into a po’ boy.

For raw oysters, some of the best places to go include Pascal’s Manale and Bourbon House. The latter even has $1 oysters during their Happy Hour from 4-6 Monday-Friday!

The most iconic cooked version is Oysters Rockefeller, which was invented right here in New Orleans at Antoine’s back in 1899.

If you’re wondering where the name comes from, these oysters were named after John D. Rockefeller – who was the richest man in the country at the time – for their extreme richness.

It consists of oysters on the half shell topped with a green sauce and bread crumbs. They are then either baked or broiled and served with lemon wedges for a garnish. Their exact recipe remains a secret to this day!

Another classic dish is Oysters Bienville, which is made by topping baked oysters with a mix of shrimp, mushrooms, bell peppers, breadcrumbs, parsley, and cheese. The best place to go for this mouth-watering oyster dish is Arnaud’s where it was created.

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King Cake

Last but not least on our list of the best New Orleans food is the famous King Cake. The name refers to the three kings in the Bible, who came bearing gifts for baby Jesus on the 12th night. 

King Cake is typically served between King’s Day (January 6th) and Ash Wednesday. It’s a staple of Carnival season in NOLA and can be found all over the city. 

This famous cake is typically made with brioche dough and a wide array of fillings, such as cinnamon, fruit, chocolate, and cream cheese. The icing on the cake is always gold, purple, and green – the royal colors of Mardi Gras. 

One of the most interesting things about King Cake is that there’s always a tiny plastic baby hidden in the cake. Whoever finds the baby in the cake has to throw the next party or buy the next cake.

This continues the fun throughout the whole Mardi Gras season when hundreds of thousands of King Cakes are consumed in New Orleans. 

Manny Randazzo’s is one of the top places to pick up a King Cake, and you can expect to find a line around the block here. If you’re not in New Orleans during the Carnival season, you can still get a King Cake from Adrian’s Bakery as they make them year-round.

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Now You Know The Best New Orleans Cuisine

I’m sure by now your tummy is rumbling and your mouth is watering, and you’re ready to book that flight to the Big Easy to start sampling some of the best New Orleans food. These 10 must-try dishes will certainly get you started on exploring the culinary scene of NOLA.

Of course, there are plenty of other amazing things to eat in New Orleans. Some other dishes you’ll want to add to your list include blackened redfish, dirty rice, yaka mein soup, bread pudding, sno-balls, and so much more. 

Whether grabbing a quick po’ boy from a hole-in-the-wall deli or sitting down to a 3-course meal in a fancy restaurant, you’re going to love eating your way across New Orleans.

Have you been to the Big Easy and have some great recommendations on what and where to eat? Leave a comment below and let us know.

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Eiza González Shines As Bulgari’s Newest Ambassador


Eiza González is no stranger to the digital camera. Beginning her occupation on telenovelas when she was just 17 decades old, the Mexico City Indigenous transferred her special expertise, natural beauty, and on-display screen charisma into Hollywood achievements, landing main roles in Toddler Driver, I Care A Large amount, and Hobbs & Shaw. She’s just one of the brightest stars on the rise, and can now incorporate a Bulgari partnership to her escalating resume. Now marks a exclusive moment in Bulgari history: González is the initial Latina ambassador for North The us.

“Jewelry is so personal to me and the ideal parts can be worn for a lifetime. That is why I am so fired up to be a part of such an iconic maison like BVLGARI as a manufacturer ambassador,” González stated in the brand’s press release. “Their model resonates internationally and I’m looking forward to the numerous attractive times we will develop jointly.”

ELLE spoke with González about electronic mail about her burgeoning vocation, her ongoing marriage with Bulgari, and the worst piece of acting guidance she’s ever gained (and sadly followed), down below.

Eiza González photographed by Greg Swales at the Chateau Marmont for Bulgari

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How has your romance with Bulgari developed over the a long time?

I have generally been a huge lover of the brand. Their designs have turn into progressive and dynamic without dropping their essence of glamour and elegance. They embody a modern day female. Also, the brand has fearlessly become an ally of representation and you can see that they have been 1 of the initial makes to pledge inclusivity all over the several years.

    What does it signify to you to be the initially Latin-The us ambassador in North The us for Bulgari?

    I’m honored. I will usually want to assist a brand that gives minorities a stage and allows us to come to feel equal and observed. I come to feel unbelievably proud of the brand name for that includes an immigrant girl as a North American brand name ambassador because it reflects on what the real environment appears like now. Escalating up I had so a lot difficulties viewing women of all ages like me in large-stop makes, so for Bulgari to get motion and let the more recent generations to experience like they have a possibility is what issues to me.

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      You and your stylist Elizabeth Saltzman have developed attractive looks together. What dictates the mood for dressing for a press tour?

      We attempt to use fashion as an prospect to display how multidimensional the Latin woman can be. We have resolved from the commence to not enjoy it protected and attempt as a staff to redefine an idea or a stereotype that men and women could have. Getting threats by going for walks out of ease and comfort zones and possessing enjoyable. Elizabeth’s amazing taste accompanied by what we have often preferred to discover is what has allowed us to broaden in our trend choices. She’s the very best ally.

      What are your go-to parts of jewellery when leaving the house for the day?

      I like stacking up jewellery on my day-to-day. From necklaces to several earrings, I love spicing up my outfits. I’m a gold jewelry sort of woman on a every day basis but adore silver and white gold for red carpets. I like a good statement piece. Equilibrium on the pink carpet is critical to a profitable look.

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        When not functioning or quarantining, what are some of your preferred sites to travel?

        Mexico, of training course. I like road journeys. I’m a mother nature lady. I grew up in the woods in Valle de Bravo in Mexico and in Oaxaca mastering how to surf at 14. So every time I’m emotion like I need to have to recharge, I go back again to essentials. My beloved destinations to pay a visit to are Hawaii and Italy.

          If you experienced to pick 1 piece from Bulgari to don without end, what would it be?

          I like their necklaces. Their staple items are so sophisticated that they elevate whichever you’re carrying.

            What is the best piece of information you’ve gotten from a fellow actor? And the worst?

            Never ever enable success or failure determine you. We are at any time-evolving and in frequent growth. The worst was almost certainly to a nap among can take. Haha it was brutal to get back again into a scene just after that and produce what I essential, too. I was still in hibernation manner.

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Lizzo’s Brow Artist Explains Everything You Need To Know About Eyebrow Tinting


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5 Requirements For Teaching English in South Korea


Getting a job in another country is always a complicated process. But the requirements for teaching English in South Korea aren’t as extensive or difficult as you may think.

Fortunately, for many jobs, such as teaching at academies called hagwons, the requirements to teach English in South Korea don’t include prior experience or even a teaching certificate.

You can land one of these jobs with little more than a bachelor’s degree in any subject.

That was my situation when I found my first teaching job. I had recently graduated from university and had never taught before, so I only met the minimum requirements for teaching English in Korea.

My newly acquired bachelor’s degree was enough to get hired, however. I found a job at a good hagwon and began what turned out to be a lasting career in teaching English abroad.

Requirements for teaching English in South Korea have changed somewhat since then, and other types of schools, such as universities, require more qualifications and certifications from potential teachers than hagwons.

In this article, I’ll review these teaching English in Korea requirements.

Teaching English in Korea Requirements: The Basics

Besides consulting articles like this one, the best way to find out the requirements for teaching English in South Korea is to search online for English teaching jobs.

Their job descriptions typically list the requirements for each specific job, with additional important information such as the salary, number of working hours, and location.

A common website for finding teaching jobs all over the world is Dave’s ESL Cafe. You should spend some time browsing through job descriptions to get an idea of what the requirements for teaching English in South Korea are.

Another good website that is specific to Korea is the KOTESOL association website. It’s particularly good for finding university jobs. Finally, have a look at the EPIK Program, which was initiated by the Korean Ministry of Education.  

Once you find a school that you like, a recruiter or school representative will help you through the hiring and visa application process.

They’ll give you a list of the documents you need for the particular job, as well as how to get them certified with apostilles or notarizations, if necessary.

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Types of Schools in South Korea

Different schools have different requirements for teaching English in South Korea. Some of these include the teacher’s nationality, qualifications, and experience.

The main types of schools where you can teach English in Korea are hagwons, public and private grade schools (elementary, middle, and high schools), and universities.

Requirements for Teaching English in South Korean Hagwons

Hagwons are small, private academies commonly attended by kindergarten students and older children. There are hagwons for math, tae kwon do, musical instruments, and practically any other subject you can imagine.

English hagwons are one of the most prevalent types. They usually have kindergarten classes during the morning and early afternoon, and then shorter classes in the afternoon for students in elementary through high school.

Hagwons for children have the fewest requirements for teaching English in South Korea. Usually, only a bachelor’s degree is necessary, and it doesn’t matter which subject it’s in.

There are also hagwons for adults in South Korea. The requirements for these schools can be slightly stricter than at hagwons for children. Along with a bachelor’s degree, they may also require a TESL/TEFL certificate and previous teaching experience.

If you’d rather teach adults than children but don’t have the experience or other requirements to do so, a good long-term plan is to begin teaching at a hagwon for children and later find a job at a school for adults.

Hagwon contracts are almost always for one full year. Along with a monthly salary, they usually provide housing, airfare reimbursement, and two one-week paid vacations.

Requirements to Teach English in South Korean Public and Private Grade Schools

Some grade schools (elementary, middle, and high school) in South Korea will hire anyone with a bachelor’s degree, like at hagwons.

Most, however, have somewhat tougher requirements, preferring teachers with experience and a degree in education or at least English. A TEFL certificate of at least 100 hours is typically required. Click here for a list of the best TEFL certificates.

It may be possible to teach other school subjects, in the English language, of course. For example, if you have a bachelor’s degree in history, you may get hired as a history teacher.

As with any job, it’s a good idea to browse through many job descriptions to get an idea of what their teaching English in Korea requirements are. Have a look at the 

Requirements to Teach English in South Korean Universities

University jobs are some of the best teaching jobs in South Korea. They also have the most stringent requirements.

Many universities require two or three years of previous teaching experience, often but not always at the university level.

Many people who teach in South Korea for long periods of time are able to work their way up to universities. Experience teaching at hagwons or grade schools, along with a better understanding of the country and how it works, allows them to eventually get an in-demand university teaching job.

Having a master’s degree and a TESL/TEFL certificate is another common requirement at universities. Even if it isn’t a formal requirement, if you have either of these qualifications you’ll certainly be paid more.

☞ SEE ALSO: 15 Things To Do in Seoul, Korea  

Requirements for Teaching English in Korea

The following requirements are necessary for finding a teaching job in South Korea.

1. Passport

Your passport must remain valid for the duration of your contract, so at least a year from the day when you arrive in South Korea.

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If you decide to stay for a second year but your passport will expire during that time, don’t worry. You can apply for a new passport at your home country’s consulate. Once you get your new passport, you can use it to apply for your second visa.

2. Nationality

Many schools only accept teachers from English-speaking countries.

If you don’t come from one of these countries, tell the recruiter or representative right away, because an early part of the hiring process is when you send a scan or photo of your passport.

Some schools, especially hagwons, may hire non-native speakers with a high level of English and an advanced certification to prove it (such as from Cambridge). It’ll be much more difficult to find schools like this, but they do exist.

Some schools, mostly universities and grade schools, specify that they only accept teachers from seven countries: the US, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.

3. Teaching Experience

As mentioned above, the vast majority of hagwons for children don’t require previous teaching experience. Many hagwons for adults do require experience, though.

Grade schools may or may not require experience, and universities always do, although this previous experience doesn’t always have to be at another university. Two or three years at a hagwon might be enough.

4. Language skills

Many people are surprised that proficiency in the Korean language is not a requirement for teaching English in South Korea. 

In fact, the majority of English teachers in South Korea didn’t speak any Korean when they first arrived. And once there, many foreigners never bother to learn any more than the basics.

Of course, it’s a good idea to learn the native language of the country where you live, but it’s not necessary for teaching. English lessons are more effective if they’re 100% in English, and many schools have English-only policies. 

Regarding English grammar, you can get by with a hagwon for children with only a basic understanding of it. For teaching adults, you’ll need a higher level of knowledge than simply being a native speaker, and you’ll need to be an expert to work at a university.

You can study grammar on your own, or learn it as part of the content of a TESL/TEFL certificate.

Required Documents for Teaching English in South Korea

In general, better jobs that require experience (such as universities) require more documents, while schools (like hagwons) that accept people without teaching experience require fewer documents.

You’ll need the originals of all documents. Don’t worry, you’ll get them back after applying for your visa in Korea.

Even so, it’s a good idea to make scans or take digital photos and save them somewhere permanent, like a Google Drive or other cloud account.

Once you begin the hiring process, the school will tell you whether you need these documents certified or not. Certifications such as apostilles or notarizations are typical requirements for teaching English in South Korea.

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1. Bachelor’s Degree

You can get an English teaching job at a hagwon with a four-year bachelor’s degree in any subject, whether it’s English, engineering, music, or anything in between.

For other types of schools, like grade schools, you’ll probably need a bachelor’s degree in education, English, or some other relevant subject. You can determine what exactly these other relevant subjects are by communicating with individual schools.

You’ll probably need your original transcript too. If you’re not sure, ask the person who helps you through the hiring process.

2. Master’s Degree or PHD

If you have a master’s degree or PHD, especially if it’s in education or English, you’ll have a much better chance at getting a job at a university or a public or private grade school.

Always use the highest degree you have. It won’t only open up better positions to you, but will probably get you paid more.

Same as for the bachelor’s degree, you’ll need the original degree and also the transcript.

3. TESL/TEFL Certificate

Check the requirements for teaching English in South Korea for specific jobs before you sign up for a TESL/TEFL certificate program.

For many schools, this certification isn’t actually required, but merely preferred. Having said that, it will give you a better grasp of lesson planning and classroom situations. And, it may give you a leg up on other candidates for the job.

TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language) and TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) courses vary greatly in their content and quality, especially among online and in-person courses.

TEFL jobs in South Korea

You may spend $100 for a cheap online TEFL course that doesn’t really teach you anything, or you may spend $1,000 for a professional course that will allow you to work anywhere in the world, though probably won’t be necessary for teaching at a hagwon.

Whichever course you choose, you still won’t know if you’re any good at teaching or even if you like it until you set foot in a classroom. And what you learn in the classroom will be far more useful than whatever you learn in a TESL/TEFL program.

This means that a TESL/TEFL certificate isn’t necessary for teaching in South Korea – not for landing an entry-level hagwon job, nor for the actual teaching – but it is preferred. 

If after a year at a hagwon, you enjoy teaching and know you want to continue doing it, you can always do a TESL/TEFL course later.

4. Criminal Background Check

Hagwons rarely require a criminal background check, but other types of schools, such as private grade schools, may request one of these certificates. In most cases, you’ll get it at a local police station.

Don’t worry about fulfilling this teaching English in Korea requirement until a school requests it — unless, of course, you have a criminal record.

If it was some minor high-school transgression, then order a criminal background check now, before you begin your job search, to see if it comes up clean or not.

5. Birth Certificate

You probably won’t need your birth certificate to get hired, but it may be necessary once you’re in South Korea. You may need it to open a bank account, to sign up for health insurance, or for something else that requires you to prove your identity.

As with all other documents, you’ll need the original. If you don’t have it, in most cases you’ll need to request it from the hospital where you were born.

6. Certifications: Apostilles and Notarizations

As mentioned earlier, some schools require your university degree (and possibly criminal background check) to be certified with either apostilles or notarizations.

Apostilles are internationally recognized document certifications. They’re signed, stamped, and attached to the document that’s being certified.

In the United States, you can arrange for an apostille by checking the website for the Secretary of State of the state where you graduated from university. Some cost around $10, while others are as cheap as $1. It depends on the state.

It’s a simple process. You mail your degree (and transcript, if necessary), a check for the fee, and a self-addressed stamped envelope to the office, and the documents with the apostilles attached will be mailed back to you.

Other countries have a similar process. Simply do a Google search for “apostille” along with the name of the region or province where you went to university.

Instead of an apostille, the school may require that you get your degree or other documents notarized by a Korean consulate in your country.

In this case, you’ll probably need to visit the consulate to determine the process and the costs, although this information may be available online.

Don’t worry about this until you find a job that wants to hire you. They’ll give you their specific teaching English in Korea requirements.

7. Protection for Your Documents

Part of living and working internationally is carrying around a folder full of original documents. You’ll need a sturdy plastic one that can hold everything described in this article and more.

As you continue teaching, you’ll add more documents to this folder. When you get any new certifications, such as a TESL/TEFL certificate, put the original certificate and transcript in your folder.

Every time you finish a contract at a school and plan to move on, get a letter of recommendation (with details about the job, contact information, and the date) and put it in the folder.

Make two photocopies of everything, one to leave at home with a family member and one to take with you — but not in the same place where you keep the originals.

Also, take digital photos of your passport, work visa, and everything that’s in the folder. Save the photos on a hard drive, and also email copies to yourself.

Summary of English in Korea Requirements

A quick run-down of what we’ve covered. Each type of school has different requirements, but basically, you’ll need:

  1. a passport
  2. Bachelor’s degree
  3. TEFL
  4. be a native English speaker
  5. a criminal background check
  • For all schools: you’ll need a passport valid for longer than the time you’ll be in South Korea (at least one year) and the original degree and transcript of a bachelor’s degree in any subject.
  • For many hagwons for children: all you’ll need is your passport and original degree and transcript — no more. Some schools may ask for a TESL/TEFL certificate, but many won’t.
  • For hagwons for adults: you may need a year or two of teaching experience and possibly a TESL/TEFL certificate.
  • For public elementary, middle, and high schools: you may need a bachelor’s degree in English, education, or another relevant subject (for example, a degree in chemistry if you’ll teach chemistry classes). Previous teaching experience may be required, along with a criminal background check and TEFL Certificate.
  • For Universities: universities almost always require at least two or three years of previous teaching experience. Sometimes hagwon experience counts toward this. You’ll have a much easier time finding a job if you have a master’s degree in a relevant subject, and a TESL/TEFL certificate is useful too. A criminal background check may also be required.

Now You Know What’s Needed to Teach in Korea

Those are the requirements for teaching English in South Korea. Sounds complicated? Trust me, it’s not.

Over the many years since my first English teaching job at a hagwon in South Korea, I’ve found jobs at schools in three other foreign countries. In two of these countries, I worked at multiple universities.

The requirements in those countries were far stricter than the requirements to teach English in South Korea, which upon comparison were quite easy to meet.

Because of this, along with the sheer quantity of jobs available, South Korea is one of the best countries in the world for potential teachers to find their first teaching job. Experienced teachers will find even more options, such as at grade schools and universities.

Good luck.

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