The New Orleans Saints 2020 season kicks off on Sunday, September 13th. Although the season will look a little different this year, we at 1st Lake Properties want to help you make the best of it!
With platforms like Zoom, Houseparty, Skype and more, it is easier than ever to host a virtual viewing party right from your sofa!
There are thousands of options when it comes to zoom backgrounds, making it fun and easy to be the life of the party.
Bobby Hebert’s Cajun Cannon and Stepbrother’s Bar and Grill are two of our top choices when it comes to game day grub! Both restaurants offer special coupons to 1st Lake residents. To learn more about our resident rewards, visit our Resident Portal.
Wearing black on gold on game day is a must! A Saints mask from The Black and Gold Sports Shop or a “Holla from Home” from Fleurty Girl are perfect options! If you’re looking for options for the kids, shop Mimi’s Kids Boutique for everything Saints!
Just because we aren’t watching from inside the dome, doesn’t mean that your game day traditions should change. If you bleed black and gold, you know how important it is to keep those traditions alive! Whether it’s that special shirt, the way you start your day, watching the game “with the TV turned down and the radio turned up”, whatever you do, keep it going!
Hurricane season is back. It’s a fact of life here in the Gulf South. We enjoy beautiful weather almost year round until hurricane season comes knocking. The most important element of hurricane season is preparation, and knowing when to evacuate.
Follow these tips to make sure you stay safe in event of an evacuation:
If you’ll need to leave your home, make sure you have a place to evacuate to. Think about family members, friends and hotels. Once you’ve decided on a refuge, confirm that you and your family can stay there. You need to make sure your plan is concrete on both ends.
If you’re driving to your destination, be sure to fill up your gas tank before departure. You should also map out alternate routes as there will be huge amounts of traffic leaving the city.
Communication is key during times of severe weather and evacuations.
Once you have decided to evacuate, let all family members know, even those that aren’t coming with you. It is important that everyone knows your whereabouts in case of emergency.
To find out information about the storm, use the internet. Phones will most likely be useless until you reach dry ground. Facebook and Twitter are great resources for live updates.
If you have a lot of valuable possessions stored in your apartment, consider renter’s insurance. We found this helpful guide from The Zebra to help begin your Louisiana insurance search!
If your property is lost or damaged during a hurricane, renter’s insurance will recover the replacement cost.
Many renters insurance policies will also cover the cost of lodging if your apartment is damaged during the storm.
It’s always a smart idea to have a supply kit ready in case of a sudden evacuation.
Your kit should include one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, three day supply of non perishable food, battery powered radio, flashlight and extra batteries, first aid kit, moist towelettes, garbage bags, local maps, phone chargers and enough clothes for three days.
Remember, hurricanes can occur at any time. Make sure you are always prepared. If this article was helpful, share on Facebook and Twitter.
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There’s no season like snowball season in New Orleans! Snowballs are a delicious combination of finely shaved ice and decadent cane syrup, available in more flavors than you can imagine, that come together as the perfect treat.
Get one to go and enjoy it at the lake, or have one at home on your balcony. No matter how you enjoy them, each icy spoonful of a snowball is delightful when the weather heats up. Getting one is definitely a must-do summer activity in New Orleans!
Keep reading for our list of some of the best snowballs in the Lakeview, Metairie, Elmwood, and Harahan areas. What’s even better is they’re close to several 1st Lake Properties like Bella Ridge, Millstream, and more!
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Says one Yelp reviewer, “The ice doesn’t clump, they don’t skimp on the syrup, and the flavor choices are vast and unique.” Could you ask for anything more in a snowball stand?
Casey’s Snoballs in Metairie is located on West Esplanade Avenue, so it’s a great option for a to-go snowball you can enjoy at the lake. We’re partial to nutty flavors like almond cream, and exotic choices like orchid vanilla, but you’ll find plenty of classics like nectar, lemon, and wild cherry.
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Tree stump seating sets this Old Metairie snowball stand apart. Sal’s stays open late, so if you get a snowball craving at 10 p.m.– and really, who could blame you? – you can still get your fix.
Fun flavor names like Robin (ice cream and nectar), Pink Squirrel (nectar, almond, and cream), and Joker (grape, blackberry, and raspberry) will delight youngsters and adults alike. Sugar-free options are available for those looking to stay trim, but it’s hard to resist toppings like condensed milk – again, who could blame you?
It’s one of our favorite spots in Metairie and definitely worth checking out!
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Ike’s is located in Mid-City, and it’s just a quick drive – or a fun bike ride – from Metairie Road on City Park Avenue.
We love Ike’s because of their doggie snowballs. A chicken snowball doesn’t sound particularly appetizing to us, but we know your four-legged friends will love them.
Don’t have a pet? Trust us, you’ll still want to go to Ike’s. It’s open year-round, and it offers juicy flavors like watermelon, strawberry, and pineapple that are sure to satisfy. You’ll find plenty of outdoor seating here, although another option is to order your snowball to-go and enjoy it at City Park!
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With a convenient location on Harrison Avenue in Lakeview, NOLA Snow is a great place to grab a snowball before heading to the lakefront.
Kids love their cotton candy and bubblegum flavors, and mellower flavors like nectar and wedding cake please more grown-up palates. The ice is particularly soft and fluffy, but if you prefer something denser, any snowball flavor can be served as a milkshake or malt instead.
Soft serve ice cream, floats, and stuffed snowballs are also available – definitely bring your sweet tooth.
Now that Louisiana is in Phase Two of re-opening, you’re probably wondering which restaurants, stores and parks are finally open! See our list below and let us know if you have any spots to add!
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Restaurants:
Metro New Orleans Area –
Andrea’s Restaurant, currently offering indoor/outdoor seating
Bobby Hebert’s Cajun Cannon, currently offering indoor/outdoor seating
The Ruby Slipper Old Metairie, currently offering indoor/outdoor seating
Saba, currently offering indoor/outdoor seating
Superior Seafood, currently offering indoor seating
Copper Vine, currently offering indoor/outdoor seating
Bistro Byronz, currently offering indoor/outdoor seating
Coffee Rani Covington & Mandeville, currently offering indoor/outdoor seating
Here are the full lists of open St. Tammany, Jefferson and Orleans Parish restaurants
Baton Rouge Area –
Bistro Byronz, currently offering indoor seating
Superior Grill, currently offering indoor seating
Here is a full list of open Baton Rouge restaurants
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Shops:
Metro New Orleans Area –
Lakeside Shopping Center, several stores open & offering curbside pickup with reduced hours
Riverwalk New Orleans, several stores open & are currently offering curbside pickup
Canal Place, several stores open & offering curbside pickup
River Chase & Fremaux Town Center, several stores open & offering curbside pickup
Pinnacle Nord du Lac Shopping Center, several stores open & offering curbside pickup
Baton Rouge Area –
Perkins Rowe, several stores open & offering curbside pickup
Mall of Louisiana, several stores open & offering curbside pickup
Outdoors:
Metro New Orleans Area –
See which St. Tammany, Jefferson and Orleans Parish campgrounds & parks are currently open
Baton Rouge Area –
BREC’s Dog Parks, several locations open
See which Baton Rouge campgrounds & parks are currently open
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Travel:
Metro New Orleans Area –
Louis Armstrong International Airport
See which St. Tammany, Jefferson and Orleans Parish hotels are currently open
Baton Rouge Area –
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, currently operating with reduced flight frequency
See which Baton Rouge hotels are currently open
If you’ve got a summer soiree to attend, chances are you’ll want to bring a side dish. Check out three of our favorites below, perfect for potlucks, a 4th of July barbecue, a Labor Day Weekend cookout, or any other summertime event.
Skip all that mayo in favor of healthful, nonfat Greek yogurt. Green apple adds a sweet, tart note. Pro tip: make the dressing and cabbage mix ahead of time and store in separate bowls, then mix together when you’re ready to serve.
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Quinoa is a complete protein that pairs well with just about any meat or seafood you can think of. This version from How Sweet It Is has subtle Tex-Mex flavors, but you could swap for a milder cheese like Mozzarella.
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There’s a “recipe” for this brilliant idea from A Pretty Life in the Suburbs below, but we think you could add just about anything to the skewer that suits your fancy — prosciutto, black olives, and Buffalo mozzarella would all be great contenders.
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