Hardwood Floors April/May 2024

ELIZABETH CALDARERA | RON-DEL FLOOR SERVICE | HARAHAN

“The World War II Museum is spectacular. Mardi Gras World is right next to the convention center, where you get to see them making parade floats and learn a lot about the history of New Orleans and Mardi Gras. There are so many good places for food and drinks. Gianna, Meril, Cochon, Lucy’s Bar, Jewel of the South, Fives Bar, the Double Dealer speakeasy bar under the Orpheum, the Sazerac Bar, and Muriel’s Jackson Square right next to the St. Louis Cathedral. Outside patio courtyard bars are hidden gems in alleys, which are fun to stop and have a drink at during the day. People are playing music all the time in the French Quarter, so it is always a party!”

WILLIE SHORT | WILLIE JAMES QUALITY FLOORING/COASTAL INSPECTION SERVICES | GREENWELL SPRINGS “Take advantage of our unique cuisines. We have the best food in the world. Of course, people will frequent Bourbon Street, and the French Quarter is always entertaining. Then there’s the riverboat cruise if you’re into the history. The older-looking buildings probably have the best food when looking for places to eat. Fact: We grade our roast beef po’ boys by the napkin count. If you see advertised a seven-napkin (or greater) roast beef, you better order it! You won’t be disappointed.”

MARK STEELE | RON-DEL FLOOR SERVICE | HARAHAN “There is just so much to see and do here. The homes in the Garden District, ride the streetcar down historic St. Charles Avenue. Jackson Square in the French Quarter along with the St. Louis Cathedral right there. The cemeteries are unique, and the National World War II Museum is world-class. And don’t forget to eat, eat, and eat. Just don’t eat at chain restaurants while you are here. We have too many great local eateries.”

JOHN TROENDLE | CRESCENT HARDWOOD SUPPLY | NEW ORLEANS “Visit the D-Day Museum and try the food. Don’t plan to come to New Orleans if you’re on a diet. It’s crawfish season , so you have the chance to have a crawfish experience. It’s unique, it’s good, it’s a small lobster from heaven.”

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