Originally Posted by
Hawkeye13 
Now that you're out, things will get better quickly
I'm curious about the "other" non-drinking culture in New Orleans--
I know so much is built around booze, but what else have you found?
I was born and raised in Louisiana - 2 hours west of New Orleans, we visited there quite a bit. I can tell you that the media does not help when it comes to promoting all the booze, yes it is there, but no it does not have to be considered a "staple" to survive.
When I moved to the East Coast and mentioned Mardi Gras they all though it was about boobs and beer! Mardi Gras is a Christian Holiday, celebrated by the birth of baby Jesus (the baby in the cake).
New Orleans is beautiful, even the aftermath of Katrina could not take away its beautiful culture.
Sorry this is a bit off topic but I love my state and love to share anything I can about it!
Thanks,
Little Cajun, AKA knowthetriggers
