Jenny and I spent a long weekend with our family (Jenny’s mom, dad, and sister) in New Orleans. It was a nice break from our typical crazy weekends and it afforded us a great chance to recharge the batteries. We arrived at Harrah’s Hotel & Casino in New Orleans late on Friday and came home late on Monday! Happy Labor Day Weekend!

While Jenny and I aren’t big gamblers, this trip provide time to explore New Orleans. Unfortunately, Jenny and I did not win the jackpot. I can say boldly that we won several hundred dollars; just don’t ask how much more we lost! We hit the Garden District, French Quarter, Metarie, and the Riverwalk. We both had our first (and probably last) ride on the street cars. And, we caught up on some movies while relaxing in our suite at Harrah’s.

Here are a few restaurants we selected (linked to my Yelp review)

• The Gumbo Shop: A definite if you’re in New Orleans
• Bambu: Great Asian food option if you’re in the hotel/casino
• Pho Orchid: Traditional Vietnamese food in a modern setting
• Besh Steakhouse: Disappointing and pricey
• Cafe Du Monde : New Orleans institution for beignets with poor service

Here is a video from New Orleans: