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Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt List Their Remodeled French Quarter Mansion for $6.5 Million

Jun 3, 2015  |   Contributor: Marissa Stempien

If you’ve ever wanted to live the life of a celebrity A-lister, now is your chance. NOLA lovers Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are putting their French Quarter mansion on the market for $6.5 million.

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NOLA's Emeril's Restaurant Hosts 5-Course Dinner With Wine Pairings On May 21

May 14, 2015  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

On Thursday, May 21, Emeril Lagasse’s flagship restaurant in New Orleans is putting on a five-course dinner with wines from Portugal’s Esporão winery. Dishes will be prepared by Chef de Cuisine David Slater and winemaker David Baverstock, named “Winemaker of the Year” in 2013 by Wine Magazine will oversee the wines.

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Sweet, Funny, Loving: We Share Your Fondest Travel Memories of Mom for Mother's Day

May 10, 2015  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

As we gear up for Mother’s Day on May 10, we began considering a fun and unique way to honor mom this year. Realizing that sometimes it’s the things that can’t be purchased that really mean the most, we decided to focus on the intangible gifts. Whether it’s flying to another country, road tripping to a nearby state or fulfilling your mother's lifelong dream, we hold our travel memories with mom close to our hearts. So we took to social media to ask you about your favorite sojourn stories involving your mother. The responses were touching, funny and deeply personal. We complied 12 of them to share with you. To get things started, here’s my own personal memory of an adventure shared with my mom:

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New Orleans Congratulates Alon Shaya, JBF's New Best Chef in the South

May 8, 2015  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

New Orleans-based chef Alon Shaya was awarded the esteemed title of “Best Chef: South” from the James Beard Foundation earlier this week. With three New Orleans restaurants—Domenica, its sister spot Pizza Domenica, and Shaya—the Israeli chef was thrilled when he accepted his award at Chicago’s Civic Opera House, saying, “I’m an Israeli who grew up in Philly and is cooking in New Orleans, and somehow that all comes together and tastes good.” 

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Heading to The New Orleans Jazz Festival? Here's Why You Should Book a Room at the Ritz

Apr 22, 2015  |   Contributor: Jared Paul Stern

The amazing New Orleans Jazz Festival is fast approaching, drawing thousands of music fans to the fabled city to see the likes of Elton John, The Who, Jimmy Buffett, Tony Bennett with Lady Gaga, John Legend, Keith Urban and more. 

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Cameron Diaz & Wes Anderson Have Stayed at this Stylish NOLA House

Apr 16, 2015  |   Contributor: Jared Paul Stern

“That's my favorite hotel in New Orleans,” responded friends when we mentioned we were staying at Soniat House, the historic boutique property in the French Quarter and member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). Architectural Digest calls it “the place to stay for visiting musicians, actors, politicians, and the generally stylish,” and after our visit it was easy to see why.

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No Doubt, Lady Gaga & Ed Sheeran to Headline The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Fest

Apr 9, 2015  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

What do Elton John, Hozier, Wilco, The Who, Tony Bennett, Lady Gaga, No Doubt, T.I., and Ed Sheeran all have in common? Each one of them will be performing at the 46th annual New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. With a lineup that—to some, looks better than Coachella’s—the jazz fest gives us seven full days of music, parades, crafts and food. 

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Commander’s Palace is Serving up Some Serious Eats With Their Creole Haute Cuisine

Apr 8, 2015  |   Contributor: Jared Paul Stern

At Commander’s Palace restaurant in New Orleans, a landmark since 1880, there’s a good chance you’ll leave feeling you’ve experienced the most memorable meal ever. The restaurant, located in the gorgeous Garden District at a suitable remove from the frenzy of the French Quarter is popular among locals and tourists alike. But a much richer tale lies in its 135-year history.

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Broadway Hits NOLA With Wicked, The Book of Mormon, Cabaret & More Slated for 2015 & 2016

Apr 3, 2015  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Broadway will soon be hitting the streets of New Orleans for their 2015/2016 season. Among its lineup are adult favorites such as The Book of Mormon and Cabaret, and family-friendly staples like Cinderella and Beauty and the Beast. With a good range of musicals to be seen, NOLA’s locals and visitors have plenty of reasons to hit the theater in the coming months. Here are four shows not to be missed:

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New Israeli Restaurant Joins NOLA's Award-Winning Culinary Scene

Feb 23, 2015  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

The city that is known for being a mecca of amazing food, is now home to yet another great dining venue. Opened this week, Shaya, a restaurant from Chef Alon Shaya (Domenica and PIZZA domenica) and Chef John Besh will feature Israeli cuisine fused with influences from North Africa, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, Turkey and Greece.

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Uber Black Plans to Double Its Fleet of Luxury Cars and SUVs in the NOLA Area

Feb 4, 2015  |   Contributor: Marissa Stempien

If you’ve had trouble catching a luxury ride around the New Orleans area, good news: the city will be doubling their Uber Black fleet this year. Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s administration will be expanding their fleet of on-demand limousines and luxury SUVs by approving 150 permits for for-hire vehicles.

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Le Méridien New Orleans' New Redesign Blends its European Roots With a Big Easy Style

Jan 29, 2015  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Located only a short walk to the famous French Quarter, the newly reimagined Le Méridien New Orleans is just the place to kick off your exploration of the Big Easy’s legendary culture and cuisine. A $29 million redesign concluding early 2015 seamlessly blends the brand’s European roots with the vibrancy of the property’s new home in downtown. And while this swanky Southern hotel easily brings all the action within reach, it’s removed enough to offer a peaceful respite after a long day of sightseeing or night on the town.

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Phase One of Le Méridien New Orleans’ $29M Renovations Complete

Dec 22, 2014  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Starwood Hotels & Resorts recently unveiled phase one of their newly renovated Le Méridien New Orleans luxury hotel. The $29 million transformation boasts 410 redesigned guestrooms (including 22 suites), 1,600 square feet of meeting and event space, a destination restaurant called LMNO that serves New American cuisine, and Le Méridien Hub (which is a coffeehouse by day and a wine bar by night). 

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European Brand AC Hotels Makes its US Debut With First Property Now Open in NOLA

Dec 9, 2014  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

On Sunday evening, the scene inside the new AC Hotel New Orleans Bourbon was high-energy; an eclectic mix of guests filled the lobby and AC Lounge for complimentary cocktails and bites during the hotel’s Grand Opening weekend reception. Looking around and viewing guests mingling bar-side, it was hard not to miss the significance of the moment for AC Hotels, as this new property marked their entry into the US market.

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Imbibe on Delicious In-Theater Holiday Cocktails While Watching The Hunger Games

Dec 3, 2014  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Drinking libations at the movies is becoming a pretty regular thing across the nation. And while movie-goers in New Orleans have already been enjoying their favorite adult beverages at local theaters, they are now being treated to special holiday cocktails as they watch this season’s films.

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