If you are in a shopping mood after grabbing a bite, head on over to Community Book Center, a social hub of the Seventh Ward, specializing in African literature. You can get menu items like fried chicken, and chicken creole daily, as well. You may also order Creole favorites such as gumbo, po’boys, shrimp Clemenceau, and stuffed shrimp. On Fridays, they offer shrimp and lima beans instead of the red beans. You can always find New Orleans’ staples such as red beans and rice and hot sausage on the buffet. On Tuesday-Friday, Dooky’s offers a delicious lunch buffet that changes daily. It’s lunchtime, so you should stop by the late Leah Chase’s restaurant, Dooky Chase’s, for some authentic New Orleans cuisine. Imagine meeting extraordinary locals while learning all about Voodoo, Creole culture, and Freedom Fighters while aboard “The Black Pearl.” Make sure you make your reservations for hotel pick-up at least 48 hours in advance. Explore the rich culture of New Orleans with a themed tour around the city to Congo Square, Armstrong Park, and the First African American neighborhood in the United States. In addition to premium coffee and espresso drinks, the boutique also serves loose leaf teas, juice, fresh-baked pastries, breakfast items and desserts along with an assortment of light fare meals.Īfter breakfast, let’s take a tour of the city with All Bout Dat Tours. Backatown is a locally-owned coffee boutique with a little something for everyone. They offer both private and group classes and if you really want to intensify your workout, they also offer hot yoga.Īfter you’ve broken a sweat, grab some breakfast at Backatown Coffee Parlour. Good morning! Start your day with a light workout at Magnolia Yoga Studio, the first black-owned yoga studio in New Orleans. If you like what you taste, don’t forget to buy a bottle for the road. Head over to Second Vine Wine, located in the historic Treme and Marigny of New Orleans, and partake in a wine tasting or class. Nothing goes with a dessert like a little wine. Fun fact about Loretta, She was the first African American woman to successfully own and operate her own praline company in New Orleans. Rampart or the French Market location at 1100 N. After your museum visit, stop by one of the Loretta’s Authentic Pralines locations, the Cafe location on 2101 N. New Orleans is known for its food, especially their delectable pralines. They close at 4 PM so give yourself enough time to check out the Welcome To The Afrofuture: Ground Zero exhibit as well as the Black Space and Geographies exhibit presented by NOAAM and the Amistad Research Center. Once you’re done with your meal, head on over to the New Orleans African American Museum located in the historic Tremé neighborhood, the oldest-surviving black community in the United States. Mackie and Take Fo’ recording artist, Rene “Chef Reero” Poyraz.Ĭhef Reero is one of the founding members of the rap duo Da’ Sha Ra,’ who is best known for their NOLA club hit “Bootin’ Up.” In the 90s, her Take Fo’ labelmates included DJ Jubilee and No Limit artist Mia X. Located on the city’s east side, Ma Momma’s House is owned by a family with deep roots in the city.
Not only is this spot a great place for some good food, but it’s also part of New Orleans culture. Head over to Ma Momma’s House of Cornbread, Chicken and Waffles to get your fix of mouth-watering cornbread, red beans and rice, grits, and of course chicken and waffles.
Once you’ve checked in, it’s safe to say you’re probably a bit hungry.