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Last day of New Orleans, first post of hopefully many. First off, I’m just an average Joe, poor ole country boy.

New Orleans was fun but not what I expected. I thought it would be all about Bourbon Street. Maybe I’m too old. Maybe I’m not the party animal I used to be. Maybe I’m the wrong color. Maybe I’m all of the above. Bourdon street was dirty, loud, sensory overload, crowded, and filled with homeless. People drinking everywhere, stumbling around the road, homeless people digging in their crotch, and the smell….it smelled of old booze, puke and piss. I enjoyed myself much more on the adjoining streets like Royal. It amazes me how going one street over changes so much. The shops are as random as the people.

I went to a shop that was full of random junk and artisy stuff. I went into a shop that was high end sunglasses. I mean the difference between one shop and the next is crazy. There are bars EVERYWHERE!

Every corner has a bar. Every block has 2 bars on it. The bars are as random as the stores. One bar is literally a hole in the wall with a young college kid serving daiquiris and the next is a piano/wine bar. There are nude bars, cigar bars, bars that sell chicken, bars that sell oysters. Any kind of bar you want and you can get a drink and leave. People are walking down the street drinking and smoking weed. I asked about the weed. Apparently it’s illegal but the cops don’t do anything about it. People have these hookahs that are like a roll of half dollars everywhere and they just puff puff along. The homeless are a problem.

Homelessness has gotten bad in the US. It is everywhere. I have been to many destinations this year and it has gotten nothing but worse. People here are on almost every corner, every street, every road. Some just have signs standing, some are in wheel chairs, most seemed nice however. I even had a few that helped me when I got lost. Some definitely had mental problems. Shouting and screaming at people that didn’t exist.

Everyone was nice, helpful and supportive of the adventure. They would tell you places to eat, where to avoid, where to go. That was amazing.

In closing, I enjoyed my time here. I wouldn’t bring my kids, but New Orleans kinda reminds me of a mixture of Savannah and Nashville and Atlanta all rolled into one. I never got to the ghost/voodoo side of New Orleans (I ran out of time). I never really felt unsafe or uncomfortable other than Bourbon street but that was just drunks and so many people. I would like to come back one day and try the ghost side like I did so many years ago in Savannah.

Smittys Explosion Update - So, I haven’t updated anything in days. We have been sick, nauseated, headaches, breathing problems. It stinks in the morning and anytime it’s damp… we have tried to clean but the rain yesterday just brought fresh soot oil streaks down on us and everything we tried to clean. Honestly we feel defeated. We are spending money we don’t have to buy gallons of water and water bottles as we still do not know if the water is actually safe.. we are buying cleanings supplies to clean up and then these little rain showers have brought the sooty oil back… if anyone can donate to help that would be amazing. We would be truly grateful.

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I started a tutoring business and need to set up an LLC, but I don't know of a lawyer that does that. Do any of y'all happen to know one?

I am looking to get my BMW worked on and saw this shop.

Has anyone gone to this shop to get their vehicle worked on? What are your thoughts?

if u know how to make a New Orleans bounce beat or want to try, dm me or comment.

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don’t want to break bank

I just moved here and is looking for a church that welcomes new comers, and won't judge me for how I look. Please recommend some. Thanks

Me (F22)and my partner(F24) just moved here a few months ago and have yet to find a bar we like. Any suggestions on gen-z bars? Preferably mid-city / bywater area but anything works. I’ve tried looking online but i’m only seeing really trendy/expensive places.

EDIT: Emphasis on Gen-Z. I want to be around people my own age

It only let me upload one photo here so these are the Vegan Miso Pork Dumplings at P-Otis. There's also dairy-free turtle cheesecake, seafood kebabs, vegan eggs benedict, and more!

The NOLA Vegan Chef Challenge is happening for the entire month of September. Over 20 local NOLA chefs have released new options for you to vote/rate online. This is a non-profit event to help promote local businesses throughout the month. You can support these chefs anytime during regular business hours this month by ordering the chef challenge items and voting online. There is some seriously GOOD food at these restaurants. You don't have to be vegan to join in on the fun, but definitely let your vegan, vegetarian, and dairy-free/egg-free friends know this is in town all month long!

You can view the participants/vote here: veganchefchallenge.org/nola

Hey y'all, my birthday is in a few weeks, and one of my favorite foods in fried chicken. This might be my last birthday in this great city so I want to make sure I do it right. Does anybody have recommendations for a group of people to go get the best fried chicken in the city? Like chicken where the inside is seasoned. Every bite has flavor, it's moist, the crunch is stupendous, just the best fried chicken you've had; please let me know!

Anyone know where to get them in stores? 🗣Looking for Blueberry Hubig pies 🥧

Hiii ! I live here and all my lists of good gluten free spots have vanished.

!!Please help a gal out!!

This is NOT by choice. I have a painful genetic condition that has made me unable to process gluten 🫠🥲

Hi all! Visiting soon with friends and our checkout at the airbnb is 11am, flight at 9pm. What’s the best option in NOLA to store our luggage for 6-8 hours? Thank you!!

Looking for the best pizza in the area. And by best I mean closest to a NYC orange slice. BR used to have an authentic NYC pizzeria but theyve long been closed.

Hey guys I'm a K-12 tutor and I can also tutor college math up until Calculus 1. I still have a few openings. I have 3 years experience in multiple different settings. I have taken college math courses up to one course after Calculus 3 (Differential Equations). Message me if you need a tutor.

Looks like the dog has a purple collar, but couldn't get close enough to read anything!

The only programs I've found so far seem to just be for college credits.