Season’s greetings from Where Y’at. If your celebrations include holiday feasts, this issue is for you. Check out our Winter Restaurant Guide for some of the hottest restaurants in town, many that are great spots for réveillon dinners and office parties.
December typically brings cooler weather, making it a great time of year for hot soup. Kimmie Tubré explores some of the city’s best soup offerings that are not gumbo.
The holiday season is not complete without a toast while drinking café brûlot. This specialty drink, which includes brandy and coffee, is set aflame tableside. Kim Ranjbar explores what makes this a signature cocktail of New Orleans.
For ideas on things to do with visiting guests, don’t miss Arielle Gonzales’ exploration of festive Christmas events. Meanwhile, Sabrina Stone presents a fantastic rundown of Hanukkah celebrations, and Joey Cirilo profiles the holiday lights at the Roosevelt Hotel.
–Josh Danzig, Publisher
