Emily Hingle

2 weeks ago | whereyat.com | Emily Hingle

Redwood Empire Whiskey hosted a sold-out special bourbon tasting dinner at Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop in Gretna. The huge table boasted bourbon lovers curious to try out this brand new to them while also dining on specially prepared dishes and drinks. The Redwood Empire rep explained the story behind Redwood Empire Whiskey, a brand made by legacy spirit and wine makers looking to craft something totally new, and the beguiling bottle labels that feature renderings of real redwood trees.

3 weeks ago | whereyat.com | Emily Hingle

Louisiana Jambalaya Mixes Jambalaya is possibly the most multicultural food dish developed in Louisiana. Fusing locally-available ingredients with influences from African and European culinary traditions, the heavily-spiced rice and meat dish is made across the state, varying from deep brown in the western areas to vibrant red in the east. More than a dozen locally-blended mixes line store shelves today, and many of the options have histories that go back decades.

3 weeks ago | whereyat.com | Emily Hingle

What is a N'aw'lins Ax'ent? The name of this magazine causes confusion with people who are not familiar with the New Orleans accent, also called the Yat accent. Though it's not as prevalent as it was perhaps 50 years ago, the New Orleans accent is distinct from the rest of the South and is more closely related to the historical accents of other port cities, especially New York. Many people with a strong Yat accent have been asked at some point if they're from Brooklyn, for example.

4 weeks ago | whereyat.com | Emily Hingle

Throttle & Swing is officially open at NOLA Motorsports in Avondale! Just a quick trip to the Westbank will bring you to the fun new concept by NOLA Motorsports where the whole family can enjoy some amusements when large racing events aren't on the schedule. Throttle & Swing offers minigolf, arcade games, a playground for little ones, and go-karting for those who want a rush.

4 weeks ago | whereyat.com | Emily Hingle

Set for late July, less than two months away, Tales of the Cocktail promises to bring in the best spirits brands from the world over for a lavish celebration of all things drinkable. The Tales of the Cocktail Preview event at the Ritz-Carlton, the fest's home, was attended by the top names in local media and the executive staff of Tales.