The banh mi is New Orleans' po-boy for the 21st century
portable, delectable and incredibly inexpensive
About 28 years ago, Truc Tran's family began selling sandwiches from a van not unlike those that now sell Hispanic delicacies.
By Robert Peyton | November 16, 2009

The 3rd Annual Po-Boy Preservation Festival
The first Po-Boy Preservation Festival was held in 2007 and was an immediate success. After huge crowds almost overwhelmed the location the first year, the organizers have taken pains to spread things out a bit more.
November 16, 2009

Banh Mi Around Town
Banh Mi Sao Mai 14321 Chef Menteur Hwy., 254-3977
November 16, 2009

Louisiana Sate Democrats and Republicans come together for a secret meeting
As the Jindal administration considers ways to consolidate government and tweak the budget, other statewide elected officials met in private to plot their own course
The secretary of state's office was the perfect location.
By Jeremy Alford | November 9, 2009

40 Under 40
Gambit's annual 40 Under 40 issue salutes young New Orleanians – people who have already achieved amazing accomplishments, as well as some with great promise. The nominations came from you, our readers, and you responded with enthusiasm.
November 2, 2009

Black Lips
12:50 p.m. Saturday
October 26, 2009

Interview with Lenny Kravitz
Twenty years after debuting with Let Love Rule and 15 years after coming to New Orleans for Jazz Fest and not leaving, Lenny Kravitz comes home again
Lenny Kravitz 7 p.m.
By Noah Bonaparte Pais | October 26, 2009

Drive-By Truckers
6:30 p.m. Saturday
October 26, 2009

Eminem
9:30 p.m. Friday
October 26, 2009

The Flaming Lips
5:45 p.m. Sunday
October 26, 2009

Gogol Bordello
4:50 p.m. Saturday
October 26, 2009

Jane's Addiction
7:35 p.m. Saturday
October 26, 2009

Jello Biafra and the Guantanamo School of Medicine
8 p.m. Saturday
October 26, 2009

Justice
8 p.m. Friday
October 26, 2009

KISS
9 p.m. Saturday
October 26, 2009

Mates of State
2:50 p.m. Saturday
October 26, 2009

Meat Puppets
7:15 p.m. Sunday
October 26, 2009

New at Voodoo
Click here to download a printable schedule and map!
October 26, 2009

The Pogues
The Pogues Carry on like a band of Pub Mates
The determination to carry on, regardless, is what got me through. It's quite a trip, f—king hell."
By Noah Bonaparte Pais | October 26, 2009

Voodoo Prohibits:
-Illegal substances and drug paraphernalia -Framed or large backpacks
October 26, 2009

Voodoo Info
-Single day tickts cost $75, 3-day weekend tickets are $180, LOA Lounge tickets are $500. Children 10 and under are allowed in free when accompanied by an adult ticket holder.
October 26, 2009

Ledisi at Voodoo
Loose Talk: Ledisi finds her voice on Turn Me Loose
There is no telling what might happen when Ledisi returns to her childhood home to perform at the Voodoo Music Experience. In August, more than 5,500 people endured heat and pouring rain to hear her in Washington, D.C. Ledisi wanted to show her appreciation, but when she left the stage to greet them, a rush of 20 fans ended up almost ripping her dress off.
October 26, 2009

Barack Around the Clock
Parsing the politics — and the posturing — on the bumpy road to President Barack Obama's visit to New Orleans
On Oct. 9 — eight months into his presidency and six days before he was scheduled to visit New Orleans for the first time since his election — Barack Obama won the Nobel Peace Prize, his name enshrined with other world figures including Mother Teresa, Desmond Tutu and Lech Walesa. Less than a week later, the new Nobel winner managed to do something nearly unheard of in Louisiana politics.
By Kevin Allman | October 19, 2009

Fall Restaurant GuideBy Neighborhood
Hungry to try something new? There's an appetizer for that.
By Will Coviello, Lindsay Hilton, Lauren LaBorde, Ian McNulty, Noah Bonaparte Pais, David Winkler-Schmit, Missy Wilkinson and Alex Woodward | October 12, 2009

Full Court Press
From the front office to the back court, this year’s Hornets are under more pressure than ever. Can the team lives up to the boss' expectations while surpassing those of the fans?
On Hornets media day Sept. 29, just as the team was getting set to depart for training camp in Lafayette, team owner George Shinn spoke with the media frankly, and at length. He discussed coach Byron Scott's expiring contract, what he felt was a disappointing 2008-09 season and his feeling the team is overdue to win a title.
By Alejandro de los Rios | October 5, 2009


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