Hot Times in the Big Easy

 Work led me to New Orleans in August.
It was hot, but nice to be back. I hadn't been since a cruise we went on in 2005, before Hurricane Katrina.
Other than Bourbon Street going through some roadwork construction while we were there, New Orleans looks to be in fine condition.

 The event I was attending hosted their kick off dinner at Mardi Gras World, located on the banks of the Mississippi. As billed, we were guided through the (stifling hot) garage where many of the amazing Mardi Gras parade floats are stored.
Once through the garage, the venue has a large and multi-faceted event facility, which housed our 4,000 attendees easily.

 As expected, the entertainment in NOLA was amazing.

 Breakfast the next morning....there really wasn't another choice. Beignets for the win.

Can't wait to go back to New Orleans! Maybe not in August.