After all,New Orleansis no doubt a magical place.
And whenMardi Grasrolls around, the usually-quiet suburban streets come alive with parades and celebrations.
Here are eight things to do in Metairie.
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Afterward, it’s possible for you to explore the park on foot at no additional cost.
Other favorites are the boudin balls, etouffee, and Italian-inspired dishes influenced by Chef Rons heritage.
This 1,000-seat venue gets a standing ovation for its state-of-the-art acoustics, elegant design, and diverse programming.
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The energy alone is enough to keep you entertained from start to finish.
Locals flock to Dragos for its famous charbroiled oysterscant-miss cuisine for anyone just passing through.
Take in the beauty of creative floats, colorful costumes, and live music from high school marching bands.
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Drago’s Charbroiled Oysters.Credit: © Barbara Rolek
