Blog https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/ Blog Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:22:59 +0000 Snoballs and Ice Cream: The Chilly Treats of St. Tammany Parish https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/snoballs-and-ice-cream-the-chilly-treats-of-st-tammany-parish/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/snoballs-and-ice-cream-the-chilly-treats-of-st-tammany-parish/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/snoballs-and-ice-cream-the-chilly-treats-of-st-tammany-parish/ Thu, 02 May 2024 18:00:00 -0400

From snoballs (or sno-balls, or snowballs) stuffed with ice cream to milkshakes overflowing with candies, sweet summertime takes on another meaning in St. Tammany Parish. Come indulge in these delectable delights and keep cool in the summer heat.

Covington

Start with a stop at EPIC Creamery where

]]> Easter on the Northshore https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/easter-on-the-northshore/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/easter-on-the-northshore/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/easter-on-the-northshore/ Wed, 06 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0500

Welcome, spring!

All the signs of the season have arrived on The Northshore: brightly blooming azaleas, dogwoods, and redbuds, fresh seafood at markets by the sacksful and at our many restaurants that cook what's in season, and a bevy of outdoor activities for the whole family.

The Northshore

]]> Crawfish are the Spice of Life in St. Tammany, on The Northshore https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/crawfish-are-the-spice-of-life-in-st-tammany-on-the-louisiana-northshore/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/crawfish-are-the-spice-of-life-in-st-tammany-on-the-louisiana-northshore/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/crawfish-are-the-spice-of-life-in-st-tammany-on-the-louisiana-northshore/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0500

Family life and social life on The Northshore, St. Tammany Parish, revolve around food, and nothing illustrates that better than crawfish season. Arrivals of the year’s first sacks of crawfish usually merit an announcement on the evening news, kicking off a feeding frenzy that lasts for months.

]]> Fat Tuesday Feasting https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/fat-tuesday-feasting/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/fat-tuesday-feasting/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/fat-tuesday-feasting/ Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Louisiana celebrates its fantastic food with festivals year-round, but Carnival season is the sweetest, as we celebrate Fat Tuesday with king cakes (check out our round-up of where to find them), and unique takes on the cinnamon-y dessert. On The Northshore, local bakeries and restaurants take

]]> 2023 Thanksgiving Dinner in St. Tammany https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/2023-thanksgiving-dinner-in-st-tammany/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/2023-thanksgiving-dinner-in-st-tammany/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/2023-thanksgiving-dinner-in-st-tammany/ Fri, 03 Nov 2023 19:00:00 -0400

Camellia Café in Slidell is open on Thanksgiving Day offering a buffet of turkey and all the trimmings.

It's time again for America's big weekend of big dinners and big shopping! Would you rather spend it connecting with family and friends or in a hot kitchen, cooking and cleaning? Is your college kid bringing a few friends home for the holiday weekend? Maybe you have relatives who never RSVP but

]]> Five Must-try Tammany Taste Menus, as Chosen by Locals https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/five-must-try-tammany-taste-menus-as-chosen-by-locals/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/five-must-try-tammany-taste-menus-as-chosen-by-locals/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/five-must-try-tammany-taste-menus-as-chosen-by-locals/ Mon, 07 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0400

During Tammany Taste of Summer 2023, local influencers embarked on a delectable culinary journey across the Northshore, exploring the finest restaurants and savoring specially crafted menus. Here are five must-try Tammany Taste menus, as handpicked by influential foodies:

  1. Meribo Pizza
  2. St. Ann’s
]]> Restaurants Open on Christmas in St. Tammany Parish https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/restaurants-open-on-christmas-in-st-tammany/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/restaurants-open-on-christmas-in-st-tammany/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/restaurants-open-on-christmas-in-st-tammany/ Mon, 19 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0500

Open Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve or New Year's Day

  • Copeland's of New Orleans - Covington: (985) 809-9659 | Slidell: (985) 643-0001
    Christmas Eve: All locations open 11 a.m., closing between 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. Reservations accepted, walk-ins welcome all day. Closed Christmas Day.
]]> Tammany Taste of Summer: Save while you Savor https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/tammany-taste-of-summer-savings-while-you-savor/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/tammany-taste-of-summer-savings-while-you-savor/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/tammany-taste-of-summer-savings-while-you-savor/ Tue, 30 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Summer’s most savory event is back and bringing the heat all along the Louisiana Northshore. It’s Tammany Taste of Summer, happening August 1 through September 15, 2022, all across St. Tammany Parish.

Four course meal at Nonna Randazzo's
Four course menu for $40 per couple or $25 per person at Nonna Randazzo's Bakery and Café (Randy

]]> 7 of the Best Bars in Mandeville https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/7-of-the-best-bars-in-mandeville/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/7-of-the-best-bars-in-mandeville/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/7-of-the-best-bars-in-mandeville/ Fri, 01 Jul 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Mandeville is home to many amazing bars. Whether you’re looking for craft beers, fine wines, delicious food, or bar games, you won’t be short on choice.

Here’s our pick of the seven best bars in Mandeville.

1. Interference Sports Bar

If you’re looking for a sports bar that also has fantastic live

]]> Black-owned Tourism Supported Businesses in St. Tammany Parish https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/black-owned-businesses-in-st-tammany-parish/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/black-owned-businesses-in-st-tammany-parish/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/black-owned-businesses-in-st-tammany-parish/ Wed, 23 Feb 2022 02:00:00 -0500

The number of Black-owned businesses continues to grow in St. Tammany Parish. With love from locals and visitors, these businesses and others will continue to thrive in our communities for years to come. Show your support by trying one of the newest Black-owned restaurants on the Northshore or stop

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