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A&P Market
Smack in the heart of the French Quarter, this is an economic alternative to the 'minibars' that commit hotel-room robbery in so many accommodations around town. A&P is convenient for cold beer, bottled water and snacks along with various sundry items. Best of all, it's open 23 hours a day (closing at for just an hour of cleaning and restocking). A&P is also a fine place to go to stock up on Cajun spices and pepper sauces at lower prices than those at the Farmer's Market.
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Bacchanal
Flouting the rules of wine snobbery, this laid back little Bywater shop specializes in a good deal. The owner, Chris Rudge, is a sommelier who seeks out great wines that he can put a fair price tag on - for under around US$10 , say. He does the research and the buying so his customers don't need to ask themselves 'Should I go with the around US$10 cabernet or should I take a chance on this around US$18 pinot noir?'
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Big Fisherman Seafood
If you' re in New Orleans in the spring, when it's crawfish season, you may have developed a taste for the little mudbugs. But you haven't really had the full-on crawfish experience unless you've been invited to a crawfishboil in someone's back yard. If that hasn't happened for you, send some crawfish back home and invite your friends over. This busy little shop will pack and ship crawfish to anywhere in the USA. The price fluctuates widely from season to season, so call ahead for prices.
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Central Grocery
A hyper-busy store offering many of the cooking ingredients typically found in Louisiana kitchens: Zatarain's Creole Seasoning and Crab Boil (even Chef Emeril uses it), McIlhenny Tabasco or Crystal hot sauce, chicory coffee and filé for making gumbo. While you're here, grab a jar of Central Gro Co's famous olive relish, the not-so-secret weapon of the muffuletta sandwich.
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Leah's Pralines
If you've tried pralines elsewhere and decided you didn't care for 'em, we suggest you try some at Leah's before making up your mind. The creamy pralines are deadly. Try one with rum in it if you don't mind extra zing. Grab a whole box and send it to your friends back home. And throw in some of the pecan brittle or rum pecans while you're at it.
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Riverside Market Shopping Center
A modern surprise that primarily serves the locals' grocery, video rental, liquor and drugstore needs. The No 10 Tchoupitoulas bus goes there from downtown.
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Sip
Sip was scheduled to open in September 2005, but Hurricane Katrina appeared to have derailed that plan. The owners went ahead and opened shop as soon as possible anyways, an act of faith that locals were quick to praise. The place hopped from the git-go, and hasn't stopped since. The wine selection includes many fine and economical choices, and you can just stop in for a glass.
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Southern Candy Makers
Sweet smelling confections with a Southern accent are created in this neat little shop. A visit is guaranteed to put a big ol' Dolly Parton smile on your face. The toffee is divine and the pralines are to die for. The shop does special candies for every holiday and you can have something sent off to loved ones around the country. Also at 1010 Decatur St.
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St Roch Seafood Market
If the St Roch Seafood Market ever recovers from damage wrought by Hurrican Katrina you'll be able to buy crawfish there too. It's one of New Orleans' classic markets, a real treasure.
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Vieux Carre Wine & Spirits
A densely stocked shop run by two Italian-born brothers who can often be found socializing at a table near the front door. It has an impressive selection of wines from California, Australia, France and Italy, and a commendable choice of international beers. If you're really serious about wine, and willing to pay good money for it, ask to see the back room, where the rare vintages are kept.
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Whole Foods Market
A popular source for a picnic lunch, this market has an excellent deli as well as a healthy selection of fresh fruits and dry bins filled with nuts and healthy snacks. Hefty sandwiches are made to order, with fresh breads stuffed with quality meats and a full range of condiments. You can also get small salads and beverages. It's just a few blocks from here to City Park or the Fair Grounds.
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