the french quarter, new orleans

a local cafe & coffee shop // bikes everywhere // the street car on canal street

an outdoor market (you could find any and everything!) // my mint green beach cruiser // 

c on her bike (taking a break from the heat)

lafitte's blacksmith shop (now a bar) is the oldest in the country,

built between 1772-1773

traditional french quarter architecture // local street performers (they are everywhere and 

all incredibly talented) // cafe beignet where you can enjoy delicious fried donuts

an adorable hotel near our apartment // walking through the local park

art is sold both in shops or galleries and on the street // GU graduates //

your average sized beverage on bourbon street // my first po' boy sandwich (with a side

of sweet potato fries, of course)

the mississippi river // infamous bourbon street // bicyclists are everywhere in the quarter

while visiting new orleans, c and i stayed in the french quarter.

our apartment was in the heart of the quarter and 

within walking distance of numerous bars, coffee shops, restaurants, 

and boutiques! 

we had a blast either walking or biking around the area.

while visiting, we made sure to try the beignets (powdered sugar covered, deep fried donuts), po' boys (giant sandwiches on a baguette) and plenty of spicy gumbo! 

the local cuisine is incredible! 

although we stayed in the quarter for four days, 

i would definitely go back. 

there are so many different streets and shops to discover, 

and food i still must try.

more photos from my trip to come,

xoxo.