DESTINATION LUXURY: NEW ORLEANS’ LUXURY SCENE SHOWS TRAVELERS HOW TO EMBRACE THE FINER THINGS IN LIFE

A trip to New Orleans is the perfect way to relax and indulge in experiences that leave you feeling rested, refreshed, and pampered. From the hotel accommodations to the cuisine, entertainment and cultural landmarks to spa experiences, the city offers many opportunities to step back and re-center your thinking while experiencing genuine tranquility.

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FOOD AND WINE: In New Orleans, Graison Gill Upends a Flour Industry 200 Years in the Making

The little thing that defined Graison Gill’s life was the smell of freshly ground flour. It was 2014, and the 27-year-old owner of the newly opened Bellegarde Bakery had already taken New Orleans by storm, wowing customers at the farmers market with whole-grain loaves unlike anything this town of po’boys and beignets had ever seen. But despite Gill’s success, he was never satisfied with his flour.

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FORBES: Bellegarde Bakery's Fresh Flour Is Just A Click Away

Bellegarde Bakery, the New Orleans bread bakery famous for its fresh milled flour and naturally leavened loaves, now sells its flours and grits in an online retail store. The bakery began as a pop-up at farmer’s markets in 2013, with owner Graison Gill managing all operations including delivery in an old pick up truck. “We now have a staff of 17 and three delivery vans, and are shipping our flour across the country,” Gill said. With visitors to the website and online store coming from all 50 states, Bellegarde’s flour sales are up over 1,000% from the previous year.

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OFFBEAT: Bag Of Donuts To Be Inducted Into Louisiana Music Hall Of Fame

Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, an organization built to strive for and preserve Louisiana’s greatest renewable natural resource, revealed Bag of Donuts as its 2019 inductee. The New Orleans-based musical group will be the first cover band ever honored within the Hall of Fame. A special induction ceremony and celebration will take place on Wednesday, March 13 at Rock ‘N’ Bowl New Orleans.

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RIVER BEATS NOLA: Gris-Gris is An Uptown Gem That You Need to Add to Your Foodie ‘Must-Try’ List

LIVING IN NEW ORLEANS, IT’S HARD TO STAY ON TOP OF ALL THE NEW RESTAURANTS AND OFFERINGS AVAILABLE. Luckily for you, River Beats NOLA is here to help! Gris-Gris, located along Magazine Street in the Lower Garden District, is a jumpin’ little spot that is sure to satisfy your craving for a home-cooked meal with a unique twist.

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