"Stormin' of the Sazerac"

WHO: The Roosevelt New Orleans, a Waldorf Astoria hotel

WHAT: Re-creation of the famous “Stormin’ of the Sazerac,” when women first were admitted to the bar 61 years ago

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 24, 12:00pm noon until

WHERE: Sazerac Bar at The Roosevelt New Orleans Hotel  

 The Roosevelt New Orleans will re-create the “Stormin’ of the Sazerac” Friday, Sept. 24, starting at 2 p.m. to mark the 61^st anniversary of the original “Stormin’.” It was Sept. 26,1949, when women, normally admitted only on Mardi Gras, began to receive equal status year-round with men at the world-famous bar.

The event will feature  Sazeracs for the ladies, a “vintage glamour” costume contest and informal hat modeling by Fleur de Paris and the Emporium Gift Shop. All guests are encouraged to dress in late-1940s attire. A special ladies-only lunch menu will be served at the Sazerac Restaurant beginning at noon for just $25, inclusive of tax and gratuity. Complimentary valet parking is available for those who dine at the Sazerac Restaurant. For lunch reservations, call  (504) 648-5486.