This local free little pantry gets a lot traffic servicing families in our surrounding…read moreneighborhoods who might need an extra hand now and then or to supplement their food sources. We donate to it quite regularly, especially the last week of the month when families are struggling to keep tummies full. We always make sure we include fun stuff and treats not just the regular stuff. You raise yourself when your brother is lifted first.

We all want to give back to our community, but a lot of times we don't know where to start. Enter…read morethe Algiers Point Lil Free Pantry. When I first read about this unique little box in the paper, I was excited about the idea and I knew I had to check it out for myself. Located in the Community Garden in Algiers Point, this little box of blessings works in the same way a Lil Free Library does: you put in what you can and you take out what you need. It's meant to serve those in the community who might be having a tough time and may need some extras to eat or even basic toiletries. I headed out to the box and I was happy to add some cans of chicken noodle soup, baked beans and yams. I've made a commitment to add to the box weekly, to make sure that the pantry stays full. The box was started and is maintained by Becky Hicks who makes daily donations to the box. This is such an easy way to help others and do a little "feel good" type of thing. This is the first box of it's kind in New Orleans, but I'm hoping that the idea takes off because it's a simple way to take care of others in the community. Join the movement: https://www.facebook.com/groups/254333225017443/

Fun little market literally off the beaten path. Tucked just off the road and passed the railroad…read moretracks. I'd say there were around 20 vendors there. Anything you need for an awesome meal. From bread to pastries, tea, and honey, soaps, and spices, meat, seafood, kombucha/pickles and veggies. Lots of gravel parking so it might be a little hard if you are in a wheelchair. Also, there is not a lot of covered parking from shade or the elements. Just before you arrive there were some food trucks off to the left near the water. They also offer a program if you have EBT some of the items you can trade your coins for food such as bread or veggies. The vendors who accept them have, the sign on there tent.

I absolutely love the farmers market! Between the fresh fruits, vegetables and unique finds for the…read moreweek. It's always a fun experience. The farmers are friendly and give great insight on what's seasonal. I frequent here often and always spread the word.

Nochi is an amazing institute that offers wonderful hospitality opportunities to the residents of…read moreNew Orleans! I had the pleasure of attending the Diageo Learning Skills for Life bartending course, and I was so impressed by the beautiful facility and skill level of our instructor, Jet. It was truly a crash course in hospitality norms as well as technical bartending skills and knowledge. I was able to absorb a large amount of information in just a week, and I believe that I have what it takes to now work at one of our amazing local bars of restaurants. The class was fun, engaging, community-oriented and memorable. I'm extremely grateful for the opportunity!

New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute or NOCHI is a wonderful experience. This spring's…read morestudent pop up restaurant is called Deux Fuegos. The offerings are a fusion of New Orleans and Mexican flavors. NOCHI is a learning environment for the culinary arts so food offerings are subject to change. The ingredients used are fresh and locally sourced you have an amazing view of the city while dining and experience chefs and staff are available to support students and patrons. Follow NOCHI's social media for upcoming events.

This is one of my favorite things to go to every week! The Thursday market is right off the…read moreGreenway and there's often live music and local chef's cooking up recipes for you to taste with the produce that's in season (they also have the recipe printed out for you to take.) Some of my favorite items to purchase are: Flower bouquets, ice cream, tortilla chips, salsa, pasta, pesto, fresh basil, peaches, tomatoes & oh my gosh I could keep going! It feels good to support local and these days it's no more expensive than the stuff at the store. Check it out! (Dog/Family friendly!) Pro tip: bring cash to avoid transaction fees on venmo or credit card charges.

Covid-19 update: I think there may be so confusion as to…read morewhich Farmers market this is? There are multiple crescent city farmer's markets throughout the city but I believe this one is referencing the one in Mid-City that used to be in the parking lot at American Can apartments but has now relocated to the Lafitte Greenway! Soooo I don't normally cook so I was there to just check it out and maybe get some prepared food! I lucked out bc Plume Algiers had some delicious chai and stuffed naan with goat cheese and mushrooms! It was super easy to pay with Venmo and they had their venmo account right on a laminated sheet! Score! I like this new location for the farmer's market bc there is more space to spread out than the American fan parking lot. Plus it's such a great outdoor space right off the Lafitte Greenway with two sets of bike racks, benches, hand sanitizer stations, and even a lit stage! They also have a booth where you can get tokens and they accept EBT which is awesome! There were lots of different booths with everything from Fruits, vegetables, seafood, bread, local honey, and so much more! One of the highlights for me is seeing the beautiful rainbow flag that ends in a trans ‍ flag! Way to represent! They also have lovely metallic sculptures that light up in different colors at night! Happy Farmer's Marker Shopping!

Only great things to say about this place and the mission it accomplishes. We have to be God's…read morehands and feet & this place gets it right. Charity begins at the heart. Taking in ailing children and their families while they ensure the hardships of surgery and other medical procedures is BEYOND GREAT. The facility is GNORMOUS inside and out. So are the hearts of the staff and the residents. Love how everyone operates in compassion and respect; it's a big ole CO-OP of LOVE. Nice spacious TV viewing area. And the playroom for the children, just as expansive. Oooooooh, let's not talk about the kitchen... Ummmmm MASSIVE, it's like a kitchen from a cooking show, where are you hiding Rachael Ray? Great place. Great mission. Thanks Ronald McDonald founders for paying it forward and giving back in a so well underserved area.

Great place, nice staff, but if you don't like rules I wouldn't recommend‼ but if you care about…read moreyour child you wouldn't mind some small rules that grown people could follow

OMG, how did this place not already have their own business listing on Yelp? For shame! Though I am…read morehappy to get a chance to be the first to review Vintage Garden Kitchen on Yelp, because this is an absolute *gem* of a business, and everyone in the world needs to know about it. Yesterday afternoon, I saw a tweet reminding people to place orders before 4pm, because today (Wednesday) is the day they deliver - yes, that's right, deliver! - their jars of amazingly delicious, healthy, vegetarian-friendly, locally sourced, and [insert list of superlatives and synonyms for the word awesome] soup. Straight from their garden, via the kitchen, to your door. Thanks to the reminder on Twitter, I placed my order online yesterday afternoon for four pints of soup: Fiery Shiitake Mushroom and Barley; Moroccan Chickpea Stew; Rustic Vegetable Bean; and Vegan Lentils and Greens. Each pint comes in a re-usable mason jar, and when you collect six of those, you get a free pint of soup with your next order! Brilliant: it's savvy (saves the business money), and green, and convenient. There's so much win here that I'm having a hard time putting it into words. Long story sort: The Vintage Garden Kitchen is an Arc Enterprises Company, meaning that not only do they provide amazing food (AND DELIVER IT TO YOUR DOOR!), but also, in doing so they provide employment for adults with developmental disabilities. (They're one of the businesses run by the nonprofit Arc of Greater New Orleans.) I've seen the garden where they grow all the food that is used to make these amazing soups, and it blows my mind that food this fresh, this nutritious, and this beautifully convenient is available in New Orleans. But wait, it gets better: their food is shockingly affordable. A half pint of, say, Moroccan Chickpea Stew feeds 2 people, and costs $4.99. The minimum order for delivery is $15, so for four pints I paid about $22.00, and it was delivered the very next day. How. Awesome. Is. That. Seriously. They deliver every Wednesday between 10am and 2pm, and orders must be placed before 4pm on Tuesday to ensure delivery. They deliver to 70001, 70005, 70115, 70118, 70119 (yay!), 70124, and 70125. Again, the minimum order for delivery is $15 (so, approximately three pints, or two quarts, blah blah math and stuff). They take credit cards, it's easy to place an order online, and you can also order in two other ways. Either pre-order for pick-up (and you can come get your soups between 8am and 4pm M-F), or if you don't want to pre-order, you can simply stop by during business hours. Walk-ins are welcome, too! So...yeah. Amazing, amazing, amazing. I'm so glad the Vintage Garden Kitchen exists. I highly recommend you give them a try. Then you, too, can write your very own rave review of this freaking awesome local business. Well done, Vintage Garden Kitchen. Well done. And THANKS!

I love the Vintage Garden - the fact that they are an Arc Enterprises Company, meaning they provide…read moreemployment for adults with developmental disabilities. (They're one of the businesses run by the nonprofit Arc of Greater New Orleans.) They deliver every Wednesday between 10am and 2pm, and orders must be placed before 4pm on Tuesday to ensure delivery. They deliver to 70001, 70005, 70115, 70118, 70119, 70124, and 70125. Again, the minimum order for delivery is $15 (so, approximately three pints, or two quarts). They take credit cards, it's easy to place an order online, and you can also order in two other ways. Either pre-order for pick-up (and you can come get your soups between 8am and 4pm M-F), or if you don't want to pre-order, you can simply stop by during business hours. Walk-ins are welcome, too! Bring back your mason jars (I think if you bring 10 back you get a pint free) & bring your leftover grocery/walmart/target/etc bags to help them out as well. SO MANY great soups!!! Some of my favorite are the Yellow Split Pea soup, Mushroom and Asparagus, Moroccan Chickpea Stew; Rustic Vegetable Bean, Roasted Buternut Squash, Chicken & Andouille Gumbo, Sweet Roasted Pepper & Carrot, Veggie Tortilla Soup, Smothered Chicken with Rice & Greens - SO MANY GREAT SOUPS!!!! The location is a little out of the way, on Labarre south of Airline Highway across the railroad tracks, but definetly worth the trip!!!!

This is the largest of the local farmers markets run by CCFM. Parking can be a challenge so prepare…read moreto do some walking. Besides produce, there are usually baked goods and other homemade items. There are also meat and seafood providers usually. Additionally they have been hosting some recycling on site as well. Market tokens can be purchased but vendors usually except cash or online payment and even credit card sometimes. I miss the market on Saturdays since that was more convenient to me but Sunday is certainly popular too. Check the CCFM instagram to see what's been available.

Always love to shop Farmers Markets. This one has a decent number of vendors and the prices are…read morecomparable to others.

If you live in the Bywater or Marigny and need some veggies, you could do a lot worse than heading…read moreup toward the bend at Elysian Fields and N Peters to Bubba's Produce. Go in the morning and bring cash and you can buy your veggies while skipping the stores. But go early. One of the things I miss about living in the Marigny. Why go buy wilted and rotten veggies at Mardi Gras Zone for 3 times the price?

This place is great, especially important service for an area of town short on grocery stores with…read moregood, affordable produce. For $15 minimum and cash only Bubba's doles out your veggies from the same bins that supply produce to New Orleans restaurants. They have some fruit too, but the real deal is the veggie.