Banquets & Books is for people who are passionate about food and reading and who enthusiastically discuss books--fiction and non--about all aspects of food, cooking and eating. The plan is to meet every six weeks or so at my house. Each time, we’ll read and discuss a book on any and all topics related to food. Sometimes we'll see a film and then discuss it.  As we talk, we’ll have a little wine (or what you will) and we’ll eat and sometimes cook together. What we've read so far:  52 Loaves, …

This book club is for those people who aren't content with only reading and discussing the likes of popular classics and mainstream literature.  If you are in the mood for something a bit edgy, rebellious, and/or eccentric, then you've come to the right place. Focusing on revolutionary literature, cult classics, and less-mainstream topics and genres, we meet on a monthly basis in The Marigny at Flora's. Please join us for reading, conversation, debate, food, coffee and/or other tasty beverages. …

Since 1988, Dr. Gary Arnold has been teaching A Course in Miracles class in New Orleans. The Thursday night group discusses the practical application of a spiritual discipline as taught in A Course in Miracles. We meet at 6:30 pm on Thursday evenings until 8:00 pm. Meetings are free. No prior preparation or belief tradition is required. All are welcome. . LOCATION: Unity Church of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Metairie, Louisiana (Seats 135) Ample parking. Optional dining out afterward. …

To provide details and/or a knowledgeable companion from a local restaurant reviewer. So many restaurants - so little time! Attention tourists and transplants! Don't fall for all the hype of a slick advertisement - my honest opinion from a native who has dined out for overy forty years. Also, perhaps, you would like to try an off the beaten path independent restaurant - many of which are featured in my weekly, local cable TV show, Restaurant Revue (Orleans Cox Cable, Channel 76, Wednesdays and S …

Hello fellow cooking fans. New Orleans has always been a place for great cuisine. Whether it be at the start of the meal with a great appetizer, a mouth watering entree, or a delicate sweet taste of a desert, we have got all the types in this city. People have been creating new recipes and reusing old ones for years in this city. I know when my father used to own both a bakery and a pizza place how much I liked to share my family cuisine with others. I want to create a place for people that enjo …

This meetup group has a triple focus: [1] To enable local expatriates/foreigners/immigrants/etc. to connect, meet face-to-face, socialize regardless of nationalities; [2] To be inclusive of Americans who have lived abroad or simply have a passion for international travel and world cultures -- and thus allow both populations to interact for the sheer fun of it; [3] To be a responsible forum for global issues such as poverty and economic cooperation, geopolitics, cultural exchange and understandin …

We don't have to wait 6 months, and the places don't have to agree to special deals, or to appear on anyone's show. There are far too many amazing places to try in New Orleans, but let's see where everyone wants to go, and give it a whirl. Pop-ups, BBQ, pizza, eclectic, ethnic, or traditional - all are fair game. Only one rule - be nice, or stay home.

Lake Pontchartrain Sailors Association will be a truly unique organization, chartered especially for people who have an interest in sailing. Everyone from novices to experienced sailors are welcome. Whether you want to learn to sail or crew on various sailboats, there is something for everyone regardless of your personal sailing experience and knowledge. We sail on Wednesday evenings from the New Orleans Yacht Club in West End. You should get there as early as you can (5:30 is a good time to get …

Objective-Crunk is a monthly group for smartphone app enthusiasts, developers, and entrepreneurs to get together and talk shop over food and drinks. All levels of experience and interest are welcome.

Join us today - Free Registration! Mission Statement The Artisan Food Guild is dedicated to improving public access to information about local sources of food by facilitating better communication, education and collaboration within the local food and beverage community. The AFG works with farmers, producers, distributors, retailers, restaurants, educators, nonprofits, public agencies and consumers to gather, organize, sort, prioritize, promote and manage great food and beverage ideas, products, …

We want to make short films in New Orleans and meet other people that feel the same way. It has never been a better time to bring together creative minds for the purpose of storytelling. We'll meet up, have drinks, food, and a good time while collaborating on short film projects. We hope to attract writers, actors, directors, cinematographers, editors, and anyone interested in filmmaking. This will not just be a talk meet up. We will find scripts and make films together from preproduction to dis …

New Orleans, the quintessential melting pot of cultures, food, and music. This Meetup group will serve as a hub for New Orleanians to come together to not only talk travel with others who are passionate about getting out of their comfort zones, exploring the world, and embracing cultural diversity but to make events happen in your local community! Whether you're a seasoned intrepid traveler or a novice looking for assistance on your first domestic/international journey please join us, bring a f …

This is a group for anyone interested in a diet and lifestyle that primarily restricts carbohydrates and processed foods. The diet basics would be Paleo, Primal, Gluten Free and Suffers of Food intolerance and Food Allergies.  This group is not intended for obsessives who bore everyone they know with details of their daily food intake, body fat ratio and BMI. Nor is it intended primarily for body builders and extreme fitness practitioners although they would be welcome in limited numbers for wha …

Who We Are: From food novices to epicurean gourmands, New Orleans Foodies always have a great time enjoying delicious food. Join us to share a meal with Real Foodies! It's just 2 bucks to save your seat at one of our communal tables. What We Do: We bring together Real Foodies around delicious food. Our events include restaurant excursions, food truck runs, food crawls, picnics, food festivals, food-related book launch parties, film screenings, benefit galas and more! Our group checks out restau …

A social community centered around cooking and conversations, where friends and soon-to-be friends cook and talk together while enjoying tasty dishes. How it works. Bring the ingredients necessary for everyone to try a little bit of your dish, grill, extra knives & cutting boards (if you have them) and a bottle of wine per person. When you arrive 1) Check in 3) Pour yourself some wine 4) Start making your dish 5) Drink some more wine 6) Help your new friends 7) Bang on a pot when your dish is fi …

Women seeking self awareness, improvement and empowerment are primary goals as we seek continued personal growth.