From Coffee to Cocktails

New Orleans welcomes the Specialty Coffee Expo – a bold group of baristas, brewers, and varied coffee professionals from across the globe! In between espresso shots and coffee drips, we encourage attendees to experience all that the Crescent City has to offer beyond the brew. From Creole classics to jamming jazz, here’s some recommendations on how to make the most of your New Orleans SCA Expo.

DAY 1

Beignets + Cafe au Lait @ Cafe du Monde

Fried to perfection and piled high with powdered sugar - don’t forget the classic cafe au lait served hot or frozen. This treat is a quintessential New Orleans classic that needs no further explanation.

Southern Food & Beverage Museum

Enjoy a full-course history lesson on all things food and beverage in the American South. From Popeyes to pecan pies, the Southern Food & Beverage Museum is jam packed with delectable information.

Broussard’s Restaurant

This century-old establishment shows no signs of slowing down! Broussard’s is a classic, fine dining experience that can’t be forgotten. Their centennial menu back in 2020 even paid homage to New Orleans’ deep connection to coffee.

DAY 2

Flambeaux Bike

What’s stronger than caffeine? Cardio! Explore New Orleans along a Flambeaux bike tour or tour yourself with a day bike rental. It is the perfect way to see the city, burn some calories, and have an EXCITING time.

Neyow’s Creole Café

Looking for classic New Orleans cuisine? Looking no further than Neyow’s! This MidCity restaurant is the perfect place for a midday meal. Neyow’s is  well-known for their famous chargrilled oyster and bow wow punch. Red beans, étouffée, poboys, gumbo and other classic crowd pleasers on the menu.

Preservation Hall

Make your visit memorable by snagging tickets to a live show at one of New Orleans’ most iconic music venues: Preservation Hall. If you missed your chance this time around no worries! Frenchmen Street is filled with world-renowned live music and bustling nightlife.

Erin Rose

Erin Rose is home to New Orleans’ famous, frozen, Irish coffee! We included it for a late-night outing, but it’s not a bad way to start your day at just $4 for reverse happy hour!

DAY 3

Magazine Street

There is nothing like strolling and shopping along Magazine Street. Unique boutiques, award-winning restaurants, and one-of-a-kind shops fill block after block. Burn a little time by buying yourself something nice.

Drip Affagato Bar

A fitting dessert for a coalition of coffee lovers! Drip Affagato specializes in small batch, housemade ice creams topped with craft coffees and hot espresso.

Herbsaint

Nestled right along the historic St. Charles Avenue, you can expect dinner with a view at Chef Donald Link’s Herbsaint Restaurant. Their menu boasts a selection of well-thought-out and prepared small plates that are perfect for sharing (or pairing) throughout the evening.

W.I.N.O

Innovative concepts for wine tasting. Work the showroom and taste as you go. The Wine Institute of New Orleans is the perfect place to enjoy an intimate evening out.

DAY 4

Sunday Brunch

Swap out the brews for BRUNCH on Sunday. Shrimp + grits, chicken + waffles, and Creole Bloody Mary’s fill the restaurants of New Orleans each and every Sunday. Crowd favorites include:

• Atchafalaya
• Bearcat
• Commander’s Palace
• Brennan’s
• Morrow’s
• Katie’s
• Stanley
• And more

Mocha Snoball @ Hansen’s

A sweet treat that’s perfectly on brand - a mocha snoball topped with whipped cream, ice cream, OR condensed milk. YUMMMM. If business and pleasure were a desert, this would be the outcome.

Sazerac House Museum

Close out the weekend of festivities with a tour of the Sazerac House. FREE of charge but filled with fun, this interactive, three-story museum explores unique cocktail culture with tastings along the way.