Travelers out and about this Memorial Day The more we hear about vaccinations going up, we re more and more comfortable going back into public.” Author: Meg Farris (WWL) Updated: 6:40 PM CDT May 30, 2021
NEW ORLEANS Travel through Armstrong International Airport this memorial day weekend is up, with Monday expected to be the busiest day of the weekend.
But a lot of locals decided to stay home and do the things they missed doing with family and friends last summer.
A local brass band sings a song about getting the second dose of the COVID vaccine.
It s the familiar New Orleans brass band sound that had people dancing and celebrating in a packed City Park. Just outside of Cafe du Monde, You could find people like a young Arkansas couple on their honeymoon. It was the first time they traveled since the pandemic lockdowns.
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New Orleans has long enjoyed a tradition of outdoor dining, from crawfish-laden picnic tables to candlelit courtyards. Over the past year, many restaurants have responded to COVID-19 concerns by adding, expanding or beautifying outside seating to give patrons and staff extra breathing room.
As we settle into spring, there’s no better time to sample the abundant alfresco options in neighborhoods across the city. This list represents just a fraction of places where the outdoor ambience might cure your spring fever.
Acorn
Acorn, the café from Dickie Brennan & Co., may be connected to the Louisiana Children’s Museum in City Park, but it’s not just for kids. A stunning contemporary terrace overlooking the park’s “Little Lake” makes Acorn an ideal spot for coffee, drinks or a meal – at any age. The breakfast burrito (served all day) and thin patty double burger are a good match for grown-up appetites, as is the selection of local