NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) – New Orleans restaurant owners say they’re still recovering from impacts of the pandemic, but events like Coolinary Month will help businesses by encouraging locals to dine out during the slow summer months.
Atchafalaya Restaurant uptown is excited to welcome in diners look for a deal.
“Honestly, it’s not only a benefit for Atchafalaya but it’s a benefit for the New Orleans you know, residential people,” said general manager Jeremy Gulledge.
He said the summer months are typically pretty slow for the restaurant. It’s hot and people tend to stay indoors or not travel to New Orleans in the summer. Coolinary Month helps bring people to the table, by offering custom menus for lunch and dinner offering multiple courses at a special price.
“Keeping the lights on is definitely a number one priority for us so we appreciate that too,” said Gulledge.
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