Ambush Magazine

The Official Gay Magazine of the Gulf South™

Tony Leggio

Bartender Spotlight

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The neighborhood bar holds a significant place in the cultural fabric of New Orleans, especially when it embraces an LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere, as exemplified by The Friendly, where my bartender spotlight, the remarkable Butch Sager, works. A native of Michigan, Butch is a returning New Orleanian, having experienced life in the city both before and after Hurricane … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight

Under the Gaydar (March 2026 Event Calendar)

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Mardi Gras is over so now we turn our attention to upcoming events for St. Patrick’s Day and Easter as well as a host of other celebratory events.  Here are just some of the hot events in March. 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 … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (March 2026 Event Calendar)

The Official Gay Mardi Gras Guide (February 2026 Event Calendar)

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It’s Mardi Gras time in New Orleans and that means beads, balls and, of course, parties galore.  Here are just some of the hot events in February. 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, New Orleans; 4pm. NOAGE’s … [Read more...] about The Official Gay Mardi Gras Guide (February 2026 Event Calendar)

Bartender of the Month – January 2026

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I began January with a brief visit to Navarre Beach, and during one of the nights I spent there, I visited the remarkable LGBTQ+ bar in Pensacola known as The Roundup. I cannot express enough positive things about this bar and its staff. The hospitality extended by everyone, from the security personnel at the entrance to the owners, was exceptional. I was particularly impressed … [Read more...] about Bartender of the Month – January 2026

Ambush on the road: New York

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I recently took a very large bite out of the Big Apple on a quick long-weekend trip to New York, a special birthday gift to myself. I absolutely love this fabulous city for countless reasons—from the shopping and Broadway to the gay scene, the restaurant scene, and the endless fun to be found everywhere in between. My friend Jeff Mallon and I flew out mid-morning on Thursday … [Read more...] about Ambush on the road: New York

Bartender of the Month – December 2025

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As 2025 draws to a close, I wish to express my gratitude to all the bartenders who have brightened my life during this challenging year. You have provided more than just beverages; I am profoundly thankful for that, as we certainly needed cocktails to help us navigate through a tumultuous year marked by attempts to strip away our rights. Bartenders serve a far more vital … [Read more...] about Bartender of the Month – December 2025

Ambush on the road: Las Vegas

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Las Vegas transcends the definition of a city; it embodies a unique experience. One might aptly describe it as a whimsical, albeit kitschy, snow globe where every element is carefully crafted for entertainment.  Despite its artificiality, the city remains one of my favorite destinations. Recently, I participated in the IMEX Show event in Las Vegas, a demanding four-day … [Read more...] about Ambush on the road: Las Vegas

Bartender Spotlight

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My travels along the Gulf Coast lead me to one of my favorite bars just outside New Orleans several times a year. SIPPS, in Gulfport, boasts some of the most attractive and skilled bartenders in the region, and my Bartender for November is one of them, the fabulous Dakota Goldman.   I had the pleasure of being served by Dakota, who, despite being relatively new … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight