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54 Mint Forno Italiano 12/2019

Posted on January 1, 2020 by Q-tips

54 Mint Forno Italiano – 1686 Locust St., Walnut Creek CA – (925) 476-5844 –   http://54mint.com   Q-tips say: Nice place, good service & Food & offer Wine/Beer for your libations. Braised Short ribs with Mashed potatoes & asparagus was … Continue reading →

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Sawasdee by the Sea Rest. 12/2019

Posted on January 1, 2020 by Q-tips

Sawasdee by the Sea Thai Rest. – 101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA 9506 – (831) 466-9009 Q-tips say: The restaurant was a short walk from the Christmas Holiday Train, so everyone went here.  The Q-tips are not real excited … Continue reading →

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Hop On/Off Bus

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Q-tips

NOLA Hop On/Off Bus           Q-tips say:  Yes, especially if you cannot walk alot.  The four of us did use it but usually we walked & walked & walked & walked to many places. NOLA is … Continue reading →

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St. Louis Cemetery # 1 – oldest cemetery

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Q-tips

St. Louis Cemetery # 1 – oldest cemetery – 425 Basin St., New Orleans, LA 70112 Due to rampant vandalism of historical tombs, the local diocese has mandated this rule it is closed to the public. You can only go … Continue reading →

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Cooking Class in NOLA

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Q-tips

Our Son & Daughter in Law take cooking & drink making classes to enjoy the local food/drinks wherever they travel either in the US or in Europe when on vacation. So in NOLA,  the company used was “Crescent City Cooks” … Continue reading →

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National World War II Museum

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Q-tips

National World War II Museum –  945 Magazine St.,New Orleans, LA  Warehouse District Mrs. Q says: Thank you to the men and women that fought for, and continue to keep us safe. Q-tips say: Great museum. One of the best. You … Continue reading →

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Aldolfos

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Q-tips

Adolfos –  611 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA  French Quarter – Yup! CASH ONLY but they have an ATM. Cute but small place. I believe it is a favorite of the locals. Had fun trying another restaurant.    

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Napoleon House

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Q-tips

Napoleon House – 500 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA – Remaining true to itself, the deeply painted walls, uneven floors, luminous photography, and a sea of quotes from famous to regular guests covering the walls between the weathered paintings, speak … Continue reading →

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Court of Two Sisters

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Q-tips

Court of Two Sisters – 613 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 7013 -Beautiful place, nice soft jazz by live musicians. GREAT service by all/drinks/food. Our main server: Anita N. was great. DRINKS: Jack Daniel’s Old Fashion & Jack Manhattan. ENTREES: … Continue reading →

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Cafe Sbisa

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Q-tips

Cafe Sbisa -1011 Decatur St., N.O. LA – French Quarter Q-tips say: Outstanding food/drinks/& superb service by Anjelique. Definitely a 5 star restaurant. Great ambiance- great live music which was not so loud that you can’t have a conversation. Mrs. … Continue reading →

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