After spending many wonderful occasions, savoring the jazz brunch, or delighting in an evening cocktail on the grand and gracious front porch of the Columns hotel, I definitely wanted to share the experience with my Aunt. We floated our way through a first floor tour of this majestic Garden District hotel, catching a glimpse of the extraordinary sunburst stained glass skylight cleverly situated above the sweeping staircase.

the gorgeous Columns Hotel, built in 1803

a glimpse of the lovely garden

mimosas on the elegant and welcoming front porch

We then sampled the gorgeous and delicious confections at Sucre, an Uptown sweet boutique that is truly stunning.

the incredible array of truffles at Sucre

gorgeous sweets at Sucre