Marielle Songy

Marielle was born and raised in New Orleans. She thinks it's hard to grow up there and not let the culture and history of the city become part of you.

Whether it be the jazz, food, of fabulous architecture, she thinks most would agree that things are a little spicer down here. You can reach her via email at [email protected].

d’Livery brings local options to NOLA food delivery services

By Marielle Songy / November 19, 2021

One local business owner set out to shake up the food delivery scene with a local option that better serves restaurants and drivers.

Top 5-04: Where to get some of the tastiest charcuterie boards in New Orleans

By Marielle Songy / November 18, 2021

There are a lot of charcuterie options in town, so to make it easier we narrowed it down to the Top 5-04 charcuterie boards you should try!

Top 5-04: Where to grab the best lunch sandwiches in New Orleans

By Marielle Songy / November 8, 2021

If you’re looking for a delicious lunch sandwich on a budget, we’ve got you.

Top 5-04: Exploring the restaurant scene in Gretna

By Marielle Songy / November 8, 2021

From Thai to Mediterranean restaurants and lots in between, there are hidden gems on the West Bank waiting to be explored.

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A guide to the best toys stores in New Orleans

By Marielle Songy / November 5, 2021

In New Orleans, we are fortunate to have a wide selection of amazing toy stores.

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Top 504: Some of the best BBQ in New Orleans

By Marielle Songy / July 28, 2021

While New Orleans can’t compete in the barbecue department with the likes of Kansas City or Memphis, I do think we have some really good barbecue options around here.

Top 5-04: Where are the best cocktails in New Orleans?

By Marielle Songy / July 22, 2021

Because New Orleans is packed with amazing cocktail bars (and their signature drinks), we decided to make it a bit easier for you to narrow down some places you might want to check out, next time you feel like a night (or afternoon) out. For this Top 5-04 list, it’s all about the drinks and where to get them.

Top 5-04: Unique museums across New Orleans

By Marielle Songy / June 14, 2021

Here in New Orleans, we love a museum; it almost seems like there’s one around every corner. While we all know about the more popular museums in town like NOMA and The Ogden, we also have a great selection of more curated museums, as well. Here are the top 5 “hidden” museums that you might want to explore, the next time you’re looking for a learning adventure in New Orleans.

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6 tips on sustainability from Nola’s first refill bar

By Marielle Songy / May 19, 2021

Small items such as dental floss, package wrappers, trash bags, cups and utensils lead to excess waste that many of us don’t think about, on a daily basis. Reducing our waste can be done with some easy steps.

Here’s your guide to Indian Food in New Orleans

By Marielle Songy / May 17, 2021

Here in New Orleans, we’re fortunate to live in a city that draws on the culinary traditions of many places. In the last few years, Indian cuisine has begun to take off here. Whether you’re looking for something on the traditional end, more casual, or somewhere in the middle, you’re sure to find the perfect place to get your fix. Here are a few spots to get you started.