As you wander the streets of New Orleans, many people wonder where the street names derive from. The Touro street names are derived from generals, battles, and even just family names. While the Touro neighborhood itself was named after a doctor who founded the hospital in the area, the street names tell us more about… Read more »
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Many New Orleans residents dream of owning their own double one day. For the people new to town, a double here is what you would call a duplex elsewhere. What is “a double”? Doubles in New Orleans are homes that, generally, are split down the middle by a wall. Many of these houses… Read more »
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Welcome to New Orleans! Your favorite New Orleans real estate agents want you to have all the necessary info to navigating our one-way and bumpy roads. If you’re eco-conscious or just love to pedal, you’re gonna love Blue Bikes! If you’re new to the area, you might find yourself without a mode of transportation… Read more »
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“I am at the moment writing a lengthy indictment against our century. When my brain begins to reel from my literary labors, I make an occasional cheese dip.” -Ignatius J. Reilly When I recently asked the question, what is the one book, fiction or non-fiction, set or about New Orleans you’d pick, the… Read more »
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Many people move to New Orleans and wonder what is the best New Orleans neighborhood to live in. Here at Be New Orleans – we think all of New Orleans neighborhoods offer something different and special. This is our dive into why you should consider moving to Algiers. Much like the rest of… Read more »
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We have a lot of soon-to-be New Orleanians that contact us about finding a place to live – specifically a place to rent. As of June 2019, the rents in New Orleans have tripled since 2006. if you want a 2 bedroom, in a walkable neighborhood, that allows pets and more – don’t expect… Read more »
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It’s Monday in New Orleans, do we even need to ask what we are eating? The Origins For centuries cultures around the world have relied upon beans and rice as an inexpensive form of hearty sustenance. As far as the introduction in New Orleans, there are theories, but no one can say… Read more »
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New Orleans is a far cry from a city you would typically associate with country clubs – but there are many residents who want them. Pool, tennis, golf, and a clubhouse are all amenities that many seek out when purchasing their New Orleans home. Some neighborhoods in the greater New Orleans area include… Read more »
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It’s summer in New Orleans, yes it’s hot. As a matter of fact, everywhere you go, someone is going to comment on how hot it is but you know what I have always found amazing? Hot as it is, people are still porch sitting. Porch sitting is its own culture and for the… Read more »
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How did bottle trees become a tradition in the South? Here is a condensed history lesson! Start Saving Your Bottles Traditionally, bottle trees are made up of bottles saved over the course of years. Any type of bottle can be used, but I think it’s most common to see wine and/or beer bottles used… Read more »
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