New Orleans is unquestionably a food and beverage city\u2014locals and visitors are accustomed to having their every food whim met with readily available, flavor-packed dining experiences. The last four months, however, have delivered night after night of home-cooked (and likely microwaved) meals at the same old kitchen table. This month, the Downtown seafood and spirit specialists of Briquette are looking to change all of that.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Briquette\u2019s\u00a0new Staycation Dinner Series welcomes residents tired of their own worn-out recipes to stop in for some socially distant, contemporary coastal food and fun. The series kicked off on Thursday, June 25, with a special dinner featuring Wagner Family Wines \/ Caymus Vineyards. On Wednesday, August 19, Briquette will host an Italian-themed wine dinner featuring wines from Italy\u2019s sun-kissed, Mediterranean regions. The dinner is presented in conjunction with the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience (NOWFE).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Meanwhile, partnerships and preparations are underway for July and September events, which Proprietor Anna Tusa guarantees will be \u201cspirited\u201d affairs. It\u2019s important to note Briquette\u2019s commitment to the safety of guests and staff\u2014the entire restaurant has been professionally cleaned by COVID Cleaning using the PURTEQ system, which kills viruses for 90 days, according to Tusa.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
In addition to hosting an extensive wine collection from vineyards around the world, Briquette has also established itself as a New Orleans hub for Bourbon enthusiasts and adventurous sippers of hand-crafted cocktails. As another get-out-of-the-house, staycation offering, the restaurant is excited to add private cocktail classes to the summer schedule.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
\u201cWith a maximum of 10 guests and minimum of two, the intimate craft cocktail experience provides an in-depth lesson for those looking to expand their bar skills from a Briquette mixologist,\u201d says Tusa. The classes can be paired with a meal or center on drinks alone. Perfect for small celebrations, date nights, or an outing with close friends, the private classes focus on your choice of \u201cTraditional,\u201d \u201cClassic New Orleans,\u201d or \u201cBad & Boujee\u201d cocktails.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
While birthday, anniversary, wedding, and other celebrations have been tamped down in recent months, Briquette\u2019s Wine Room, a private dining room, is now available to provide spaced, socially distant celebrations for small groups who are ready for a comfortable, stylish gathering place. Briquette\u2019s Wine Room has its own entrance, restroom, and kitchen\u2014relax knowing your guests will be the only ones in the room.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n