December 20, 2011
A few things to do when the house gets a little too crowded with fa-la-la-la-family…
Just Add Sugar
Sweeten the mood with some delish gelati from La Divina Gelateria. Yummy limited flavors like Cajun Eggnog (spiked with Old New Orleans Spiced Rum) and Peppermint Chip, along with cute $5 to-go baggies of Peppermint Bark (pictured). More.
Get Blurry
Keep your spirits high with a few holiday-themed spirits like the Candy Cane Martini and a Stoli-laced Chocolate Snowball at Whiskey Blue. More.
Creole Christmas Concert
Saturday, December 24, 2 p.m and 4 p.m.
Anticipating some quiet pockets in the family conversation? Let the sound of music fill the gaps at Preservation Hall. More.
Grinch On The Big Screen
Saturday, December 24 – Sunday, December 25
Let Jim Carrey lighten the mood with his rendition of Dr. Seuss’s family flick. Exciting news: The Prytania just opened The Grindhouse Cafe inside TODAY, so now you can have your movie with a side of espresso, tea, specialty chocolate and popcorn. More.
Holiday House Crawl
Monday, December 26 and Tuesday, December 27, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Stroll amongst five completely decked out historic houses in the Quarter, while enjoying Reveillon presentations and seasonal sips. Self-Guided tours begin at the 1850 House at 523 St. Ann Street (map) on Jackson Square. $25/person, and free for kiddos12 and under. More.
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Prefer to shake things up at home? The W’s Whiskey Blue has hooked us up with a how-to on making the Candy Cane Martini at home.
1.5oz Stoli Vanilla
0.5oz White Creme de Cacao
0.5oz White Creme de Menthe
Splash Cream, Splash Grenadine
Rim with Crushed Candy canes
Rim martini glass with crushed candy canes.
Pour ingredients in shaker over ice.
Shake, pour, enjoy!
Photo: Gerber Group