Santa Claus Cosmo (Holiday Cranberry Cocktail) Ingredients (1 cocktail) For the drink: 2 oz vodka 1 oz cranberry juice (sweetened for smooth, unsweetened for tart) ½ oz Cointreau or triple sec ½ oz fresh lime juice 1 lime wedge 2–3 tbsp granulated sugar (or sparkling sugar for extra shimmer) Optional: ¼ oz simple syrup (if you prefer sweeter) Garnish: lime wedge or twist + fresh cranberries For the sugar rim: 1 lime wedge 2–3 tbsp granulated sugar (or sparkling sugar for extr

New Orleans isn’t just about beignets and brass bands — it’s a city made for the camera. Around every corner, you’ll find soft light, colorful walls, and that effortless Southern character that makes every snapshot feel like a story. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or wandering aimlessly with your camera in hand, here are our favorite spots to capture the magic. THE FRENCH QUARTER THE GARDEN DISTRICT ST LOUIS CATHEDRAL / JACKSON SQUARE FRENCHMAN STREET THE SAZERAC HOUSE

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