Here at Red Beans and Life, we like when things work when they are supposed to. Unfortunately, Cox Communications does not have the same philosophy. We decided to poke a little fun at our local internet service provider and their proclivity for spotty services in the worst of times. What …
Read More »April Fools: Lil Boosie’s Surprise Prison Show
If you were a fan of the Trill Farm star himself, this might have been crueler than other jokes. He was just recently released from prison so we wanted to send him back! Red Beans and Life loves Louisiana music and this joke was too funny to pass up. No …
Read More »April Fools: The Real Housewives of NOLA?
Before you set your DVR for the premiere of “Real Housewives of New Orleans,” you should probably know this was just a part of our April Fools Day series. Here at Red Beans and Life, we love a good practical joke. So don’t worry, you won’t have to keep track …
Read More »Things to Do: Wednesdays in the Square
Support the community and enjoy an afternoon of music, food and sunshine.
Read More »Lunch at Crabby Jack’s, Food Coma to Follow
Today’s Foodie Friday excursion took us to one of our favorites: Crabby Jack’s. Located on Jefferson Highway, Crabby Jack’s is a small restaurant on the outside and a veritable state of food nirvana on the inside. What You Need to Know Crabby Jack’s is an institution in New Orleans. It …
Read More »The 5 Drinks You Need to Try, NOLA
As a self-appointed alcohol enthusiast, I feel it is my sworn duty to keep the legally aged drinking population of New Orleans up to date with some of the best cocktails and drink specials in the city. And when I say the “the drinks you need to try” I do …
Read More »Why Nothing Shocks a Native
I had a little trouble coming up with things I wanted to discuss today. When we describe What the Funk here at Red Beans and Life, it is meant to express a general pondering, a bemused musing about the city of New Orleans. But then, I’ve been living here for …
Read More »10 Super Fun Things to Do in New Orleans
Regardless of what you think of New Orleans, you can’t deny that you don’t have to look too hard to have fun. New Orleans has both its good and bad. Everyone knows that. Though you’ll be hard pressed to find a boring moment, you also need to be aware of …
Read More »Foodie Friday: Ninja Sushi, Doing it Right Since ’93
Instead of the usual sandwiches and Mexican food that I and the rest of the guys devour on a regular basis, we decided to go for sushi today at Ninja Sushi on Oak Street. Because we’re cultured and sophisticated, damn it. But no, really, the best part about sushi is that …
Read More »Puddle, Pothole, or Crater?
You know what I’m talking about. Not just the “Oh, look at the pothole! Better avoid it” and then move your car easily out of harm’s way type of pothole. I’m talking about the “Hmm, what is that thing right the–SWEET BABY JESUS ARE YOU SERIOUS?” and then spend the …
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