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Chelsea Brasted
Chelsea Brasted is a freelance writer in her hometown of New Orleans, where she formerly worked for The Times-Picayune as an arts and entertainment reporter and city columnist. She prefers her adult beverages in go-cups because she's rarely home and, despite her husband's best efforts, has a tendency to adopt dogs while on assignment. 

Chelsea Brasted’s Recent Articles

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Tuesday

12 Old-School Restaurants in New Orleans for a Classic Night Out

These are the places that made the New Orleans food scene what it is today.

Chemin a la Mer
Eat
Apr 25

Where to Eat in New Orleans Right Now

Toast the Big Easy at posh hotel restaurants, breezy sidewalk bistros, and exquisite seafood showrooms.

French Quarter Festivals, Inc
Travel
Mar 8

27 Actually Cool Things to Do in New Orleans This Spring

Go big at the 2022 NCAA Men's Final Four, dive into local museums, and party hard at weekend festivals.

Eat
Sep 27, 2021

Chef Melissa Martin Works to Repair the Louisiana Bayou After Hurricane Ida

The Mosquito Supper Club owner has helped raise more than half-a-million dollars.

Jackson Square
Travel
Jul 29, 2021

The 6 Best Neighborhoods in New Orleans to Spend a Weekend

From Treme’s music-filled streets to laid-back Uptown living.

Hotel Saint Vincent
Eat
Jul 26, 2021

10 New Orleans Restaurant Openings You Might Have Missed

From sleek hotel additions to food truck favorites.

The Chloe
Entertainment
Jun 16, 2021

Cool Off At These 8 Essential New Orleans Swimming Pools

Dive into summer.

to-go drinks
Drink
Feb 12, 2021

As New Orleans Cracks Down, the Rest of America Discovers the Beauty of To-Go Drinks

How bars have gotten creative and why takeout drinks might be here to stay.

District Donuts Sliders Brew
Eat
Feb 12, 2021

The Most Delectable Donut Shops in New Orleans

Go beyond Café du Monde.

News
Sep 11, 2020

Louisiana: What to Do to Ensure Your Vote Counts in the 2020 Election

Everything you need to know, including key deadlines, how to vote safely, and more.

Eat
Aug 11, 2020

The Most Mouth-Watering New Orleans Sandwiches That Aren’t Po’Boys

Perfect for a park picnic.

Honey Island swamp tour
Travel
Jun 23, 2020

The Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Louisiana

Get some fresh air.

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