informal
—used as a nickname for New Orleans
Jazz may have been born in NOLA at the turn of the century, but by the 1950s, the music of choice in New Orleans was rhythm & blues.—
B. Getz
B. GetzAfter earning his degree from the Culinary Institute of New Orleans, [Chef Michael] Magee went on to work with top tier NOLA chefs including James Corwell, John Besh and Michael Gulotta.—Lori Fredrich
Lori FredrichExamples of NOLA in a Sentence
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In the following interview, the wunderkind son of a culinary legend talks about running the family business, being inspired by other artists and making big plans for the upcoming NOLA Super Bowl.
—Demarco Williams, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
On Instagram, Stafford shared an extended glimpse into the family’s weekend, which began with a private jet jaunt from L.A. to NOLA.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Thiam is one of a host of Senegalese chefs who have brought their home cuisine to the United States in revered restaurants, including Dakar NOLA in New Orleans and Thiam’s very own Terenga in New York City.
—Kayla Stewart, Saveur, 30 Oct. 2024
The Louisiana State Police doesn't appear to have a formal agreement with City Hall regarding Troop NOLA's operations.
—Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 25 Oct. 2024
With Algorithm, his third studio album, the NOLA crooner could earn his third nod for best R&B album.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 24 Oct. 2024
Located in the Lower Garden District, this exquisite Airbnb is within walking distance of NOLA must-sees, including the French Quarter, Superdome, and Arts District.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
Top it all off with a fun wig or flower crown from Fifi Mahony’s before heading to Gimme NOLA for all your 90’s accessories like a red lip purse and glitter palates.
—Michelle Gross, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
Zoom in: The show was filmed in New Orleans earlier this year and our NOLA reporter Chelsea Brasted sat down with Sparks, who spoke glowingly of her hometown.
—Jessica Boehm, Axios, 10 Oct. 2024
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Demarco Williams, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
On Instagram, Stafford shared an extended glimpse into the family’s weekend, which began with a private jet jaunt from L.A. to NOLA.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Thiam is one of a host of Senegalese chefs who have brought their home cuisine to the United States in revered restaurants, including Dakar NOLA in New Orleans and Thiam’s very own Terenga in New York City.
—Kayla Stewart, Saveur, 30 Oct. 2024
The Louisiana State Police doesn't appear to have a formal agreement with City Hall regarding Troop NOLA's operations.
—Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 25 Oct. 2024
With Algorithm, his third studio album, the NOLA crooner could earn his third nod for best R&B album.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 24 Oct. 2024
Located in the Lower Garden District, this exquisite Airbnb is within walking distance of NOLA must-sees, including the French Quarter, Superdome, and Arts District.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
Top it all off with a fun wig or flower crown from Fifi Mahony’s before heading to Gimme NOLA for all your 90’s accessories like a red lip purse and glitter palates.
—Michelle Gross, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
Zoom in: The show was filmed in New Orleans earlier this year and our NOLA reporter Chelsea Brasted sat down with Sparks, who spoke glowingly of her hometown.
—Jessica Boehm, Axios, 10 Oct. 2024
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“NOLA.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/NOLA. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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