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An Interview with author Mark Chestnut

March 10, 2023 By Tony Leggio

Fasten your seatbelts for an amazing read!   I recently spoke with author Mark Chestnut about his new memoir Prepare for Departure: Notes on a single mother, a misfit son, inevitable mortality and the enduring allure of frequent flyer miles.  Mark is coming to New Orleans to be a speaker at the Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival and the … [Read more...] about An Interview with author Mark Chestnut

Bartender Spotlight: March 2023

March 7, 2023 By Tony Leggio

Bartending during a major holiday in New Orleans is like doing a triathlon in my opinion.  You need strength, determination and stamina, especially if that holiday is Mardi Gras.  This wonderful bartender was an easy choice because he possesses all those characteristics and many more. I am talking about none other than Jerek Ace Edora who works at the Allways Lounge & … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight: March 2023

Under the Gaydar (March 2023 Event Calendar)

March 2, 2023 By Tony Leggio

Carnival Season is over and Spring is in the air. We are heading into festival season along with our fabulous St. Patrick and St. Joseph Day celebrations. And let's not forget Easter is just around the corner.  In fact, fundraisers for the Gay Easter Parade will start happening this month.  Here are just some of the hot happenings in March to put on your “Gaydar.” If … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (March 2023 Event Calendar)

Under the Gaydar (February Event Calendar)

January 27, 2023 By Tony Leggio

It’s Mardi Gras, y’all!  Parades and Balls and Parties–Oh My!  Hold on to your seatbelts, it is going to be a bumpy month.  Have a fabulous and Gay Carnival.  Here are just some of the hot happenings in January to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.  Weekly Events Monday: *   NOAGE … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (February Event Calendar)

Bartender Spotlight

January 12, 2023 By Tony Leggio

I love when a new gay bar opens in the community, or technically an old new gay bar.  I went to an opening event at the Silver Fox (740 Burgundy St., formerly Rawhide) as they premiered their new craft cocktail menu and discovered my bartender spotlight there.  Fernando Rodriguez is a wonderful addition to the bartending scene in NOLA. Originally from Houston, … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight

Under the Gaydar (January 2023 Event Calendar)

December 31, 2022 By Tony Leggio

Happy New Year! And with the new year comes new adventures.  So start your fabulous journey in NOLA with fabulous events, parties and festivals.  And let’s not forget the kick off the Carnival season. No time to waste.  Let 2023 be the year of the party!  Here are just some of the hot happenings in January to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (January 2023 Event Calendar)

Painted Legends

December 1, 2022 By Tony Leggio

The new book Legends Of Drag: Queens of a Certain Age by Harry James Hanson and Devin Antheus has been released by ABRAMS Books and New Orleanians may recognize some familiar faces.  Five of our most popular (and favorite) drag performers are featured prominently within the New Orleans section.  To create Legends of Drag: Queens of a Certain Age, authors Harry … [Read more...] about Painted Legends

Under the Gaydar (December Events Calendar)

December 1, 2022 By Tony Leggio

There is magic in the air this December in NOLA.  Holiday events are always so festive and there are so many goings-ons this year.  Here are just some of the hot happenings in December to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.  Weekly Events Monday: *   NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Lafitte … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (December Events Calendar)

Bartender Spotlight

November 11, 2022 By Tony Leggio

Being a bartender is hard work y’all. The general public is not easy to deal with and great bartenders manage to keep a pleasant demeanor, a smile on their face, and a positive attitude even through the busy times. I discovered this month’s Bartender Spotlight during one of those busy times – Southern Decadence. I met Spencer Smith at Couvant during a Southern Decadence event. … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight

Under the Gaydar (November 2022 Event Calendar)

November 1, 2022 By Tony Leggio

There is so much to be thankful for this November in NOLA. The weather has cooled and there are lots of fun events. Here are just some of the hot happenings in November to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com. Weekly Events Monday: NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Audubon Park; 6500 Magazine St. 6 p.m. NOAGE’s … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (November 2022 Event Calendar)

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