NEiGhBOrhOOdS Faubourg Marigny & Bywater These eclectic New Orleans neighborhoods offer a selection of casual restaurants, bustling nightlife, and a funky art scene. Welcoming guesthouses and historic homes are great B&B options for accommodations in the Marigny or Bywater. You’ll get a true neighborhood feel in these guesthouses with courtyards, gas lamps, and quiet gardens. Savor upscale Italian cuisine at Evviva , upscale Venezuelan at Origen Bistro , French wine and food at N7, Caribbean-meets-Creole dishes at Spicy Mango , Korean-Creole fusion at Morrow’s , contemporary Creole at the Country Club, and loaded hot dogs at dat dog on Frenchman . Wine bars, jazz clubs, and late-night dives frequented by the creative crowd are all a part of the nightlife scene here. Favorites include the Spotted Cat, Bacchanal Wine Bar , and d.b.a . Be sure to check out historic Frenchmen Street for the best jazz in town. Shops and galleries ensure you’ll head home with one-of-a-kind finds. Score custom barware at Glassblower Ben , art at Where Y’Art Works , tunes at Louisiana Music Factory , and sweets at Loretta’s Pralines . Larger-than-life StudioBE is a hub for Black art, and JAMNOLA celebrates the city’s music, art, and culture. island of Salvation Botanica offers an array of candles, incense, and herbs; Venusian Gardens Art Gallery & GlassLight Studio is a vibrant indoor-outdoor venue offering performances, art, and special events; and the Spotted Cat Music Club is an iconic spot for live jazz. LOUISIANA MUSIC FACTORY © Rebecca Todd 58
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