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Foodies Unite

Tamanend LA — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:56:22 +0000

If you love food, I mean really love food, the Northshore is the place to be. St. Tammany Parish has so many restaurants, events and festivals to celebrate the deliciousness of our area. Here are three upcoming special events to bring your food game to a new level!

Foodie Fun #1 – Crawfish Cookoff

Be sure to work up your appetite before heading to the Crawfish Cookoff!

It is all going down on Saturday, April 20, with the 19th Annual Crawfish Cookoff in Slidell. The all-you-can-eat fundraiser takes place at Fritchie Park and benefits Hospice House. The event typically ends up with over 40,000 pounds of our local delicacy consumed! If you are one of the few who doesn’t care for crawfish, there will be other food options available. For complete details, click here.

Foodie Fun #2 – Taste of Covington

This month-long toast to the amazing restaurants is back in June, and it is going to be better than ever! Whether you yearn for Italian, need a burger fix or wish to indulge in a multi-course dinner, you will find supreme delight in June. In addition to special offerings at restaurants, there are several dates to enjoy one-of-a-kind dining experiences. Plus, a unique champagne brunch will be hosted at different venues each Sunday in June. For a complete schedule of the Taste of Covington, click here.

Foodie Fun #3 – Slidell Heritage Festival

The 26th Annual Slidell Heritage Festival returns this summer to Heritage Park on Saturday, June 29. While the early celebration of America’s birthday boasts live music and fireworks, food is a big draw for the fest. Food trucks from many of our local favorites will be on hand to satisfy any taste. The festival is presented by the Rotary Clubs of Slidell and proceeds benefit area charities. Admission is $15 for ages 13 and up; free for 12 and under. For more information, click here.

These recommendations are just a sample of the Northshore’s foodie fun. We are so fortunate to call the parish our home and our food haven!

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Come to Your Senses

Tamanend LA — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 16:16:59 +0000

I absolutely love a parade. I appreciate how one event can arouse all five senses of sight, sound, taste, smell and touch. While New Orleans is the most famous city for Mardi Gras parades and events, the Northshore adds a special flair to its productions. From Madisonville to Covington, and from Bush to Slidell, you have the opportunity to delight in 20 parades over the Mardi Gras season. I have a few standouts to recommend.

Lots of beads to catch during Mardi Gras 2023 on the Northshore!

Going for the Gusto

The The Town of Abita Springs knows how to have a unique party. The Krewe of Push Mow parade, set for Saturday, February 11 at noon, features colorful floats and marching bands. However, the main attraction is the amount of splendidly decorated lawn mowers throughout the parade. Afterward, live music and Abita Beer will be enjoyed at the Party in the Park. (UPDATE 2.9.23–the parade has been moved to Sunday, February 12, 1 p.m. due to expected inclement weather on Saturday)

Going for the Gold (and Green and Purple)

On Mardi Gras, February 21, the fun starts early on the Northshore in Covington. One of the largest parades, with over 450 participants, features 24 magnificent floats, bands, walkers, artists and more. The fun continues with Tammany Gras at the Covington Trailhead with live music, games, activities and food. The parade begins at 10 a.m., so grab a coffee and get there early for a great viewing spot.

This is “tutu” fun at the Krewe du Pooch and Krewe of Mardi Paws parades!

Going to the Dogs

The weekend after Fat Tuesday offers us two parades celebrating our four-legged friends. The Krewe du Pooch parade along the Mandeville lakefront takes place Saturday, February 25 at noon. The next day, the Krewe of Mardi Paws strolls through downtown Covington, beginning at 2 p.m. Both parades support animal humane non-profits. Be on the lookout for plenty of owners and dogs dressed alike!

No matter which parade (or parades for that matter) you partake in, you are sure to experience all five senses. Just be sure to also use your common sense to know when you have had enough (beads, of course).

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The Northshore Has That Lovin’ Feeling – Part Two

Tamanend LA — Thu, 28 May 2020 22:57:09 +0000

As St. Tammany Parish and the entire State of Louisiana continue through the reopening phases from COVID-19, I definitely feel spotlighting the Parish itself is worth another post. After all, the community is a major reason why the Northshore is an ideal choice to call home.

Our Schools

Naturally, our seniors’ graduation ceremonies looked a little different this year. That didn’t stop several of the drive-through celebrations, such as the one for Pearl River High School. If you have yet to see the 20-second commencement speech challenge, check out the kickoff here. Kudos to the St. Tammany Parish Schools for gearing up for the upcoming school year by preparing safe, well-thought plans and procedures. Perhaps this is just one of the reasons our school district is in the top 14% in the state?

Tammany Trace is open! Time to work off those COVID pounds!

Our Nature

The experts agree that heading outdoors for fresh air and exercise are good for your mental and physical health. We are thrilled to see so many of our walking paths, trails and fishing piers are open. Please be sure to heed notices of hours and any restrictions. For the latest updates, click here.

Our Community

The St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce is doing a remarkable job with their Keeping St. Tammany Strong Together campaign. In addition to providing up-to-date information about state reopening plans and procedures, they went a step further. The comprehensive Back-to-Business Tool Kit includes policies, sample reopen plan, posters and resource links. Don’t forget the Tourist and Convention Commission (Louisiana Northshore) keeps us apprised of hours and offerings for local shops and restaurants. And, Northshore Technical Community College took time out to hold a drive-by food drive at all campuses to replenish the Parish’s food banks.

As we progress through the COVID pandemic and return to the “new normal,” I have become even more aware of St. Tammany Parish’s strength and spirit. The Northshore has come to be known for being an incomparable place to live. Of course, we were hoping we could keep that secret just a little while longer.

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