Also, Coquette chef survives hit-and-run SUV
| By Bob Warren Oh, Christmas tree: Notice a shortage of trees at the Christmas tree lots across the area? Some operators say inventory is down as much as 35% this year. The result? Christmas trees are harder to find and, you guessed it, more expensive. Information and misinformation: A House committee on Monday opposed Gov. John Bel Edwards’ plan to add the COVID vaccine to the list of state-required vaccine schedule for students. The committee’s hearing in Baton Rouge was one for the ages, Blake Paterson reports. Count columnist Will Sutton as a supporter of vaccines for students. 'Extremely lucky': We've written a number of stories in recent months about bicyclists being struck by vehicles. Today, Doug MacCash has the story of Kelsey Carter, who was hit by an SUV as she biked home from a long day running the kitchern at Coquette. Taprooms to takeout: Staffing remains iffy at some places, and supply lines have been disrupted. But the usual holiday food-and-drink get-togethers can still be done if you get a little creative, our food and drink ace Ian McNulty reports. Think wine shops, taprooms, bakeries . . . Somber anniversary: Finally, today marks the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The National World War II Museum in New Orleans has a full slate of events. Hope you enjoyed the Lunch Line. Thanks for taking a break with us today. BW |
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| Last year, Andy Estain operated seven Christmas tree lots across Louisiana. This year, he’s down to three. The reason? Not enough trees. Read more |
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| Louisiana lawmakers voted Monday to reject Gov. John Bel Edwards' proposal to require students get vaccinated against COVID-19 before entering school, though the Democratic governor has said he intends to override legislative rejection and move forward with adding the vaccine to the state immunization schedule. Read more |
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| Getting together this holiday season might mean getting a little creative. Read more |
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| Nov. 21 had been a great day. Kelsey Carter spent 11 hours in the kitchen of the renowned Coquette restaurant on Magazine Street. She'd recently been promoted from line cook to executive chef, and her first solo shift in charge of the kitchen had gone well. Read more |
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| Eighty years ago Tuesday, Japanese planes executed a surprise attack on the United States military facilities at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, killing thousands and propelling the country into World War II. Read more |
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| The Algiers Holiday Bonfire & Concert returned after taking some time off due to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more |
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