A stroll through Eclectic Home's showroom on Oak Street is sure to inspire even the most modest home decorator. Eclectic Home's knowledgeable design team sources new furniture, light fixtures and home décor pieces from a variety of resources (domestic and foreign) to give you the opportunity to create custom looks that suit any individual style. In addition to pieces available for immediate purchase, Eclectic Home offers you the ability to special order pieces to meet your likings, and design services if you need a little help create your ideal look. - Bethany Culp
Located in the heart of the French Quarter, Cigar Factory is a cigar-lover's dream. Here, you can watch master cigarmakers at work. Among the specialty styles made here are the Plantation Reserve, Tres Hermanos and Vieux Carre. There are tables along the wall so you can sit and smoke or just watch the masters do their work. This is also the only cigar factory in New Orleans, boasting 100% hand-rolled cigars. Cigarmakers are available for special events.
Carte de Vins stocks a wide range of varietals from around-the-world at price points to suit almost any budget. Knowledgeable employees are always on-hand to provide high-end wine service to every customer, no matter what he/she is looking to spend. Furthermore, they are always willing to help pick a wine with a particular flavor profile, recommend a personal favorite, or suggest a pairing to match your meal. Check Carte de Vins's website for special tastings and a schedule of future wine events. - Bethany Culp
From the famed beignets of Cafe Du Monde to the fabulous farmer's/flea market going strong since 1812, this shopping experience incorporates buying, dining and entertainment all within a five block radius of the famous French Quarter. The French Market boundary begins on Decatur Street across from Jackson Square. While you stroll through you may see any number of items, including candy, cookware, spices and mixes, clothes, fresh produce, crafts and toys, memorabilia and even gator-on-a-stick. The Market is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and is free for browsing.
Hall Piano Company is a store located in the city of Metairie in Los Angeles. It is a shop which has an expertise in piano retailing. They have a range of pianos which include acoustic, digital, player, used and baby grind pianos. They also provide piano lessons for people of all ages. Other facilities offered by them include repair of old damaged pianos. You can also catch up with one of the piano concerts in New Orleans listed in their events.
Whenever you are in New Orleans, for business or pleasure, a must stop is Magazine Street. This is the street that has it all no matter what your shopping needs are. Whatever you're looking for, be it fashion, vintage clothing, children's clothing, shoes, or accessories, Magazine Street is the place to be. When you start to work up an appetite, try seafood, French cuisine, farmer's markets, chocolates, or stop into one of the many bars for a pick-me-up.