The energy, excitement, and food in New Orleans is hard to replicate outside the city, with most creole restaurants serving deep-fried fish and po-boys, but I'm so glad to announce that I found a hidden gem in the southwest corner of the Westin tower, NOLA Brasserie. Upscale yet casual with live music on weekends and killer views, NOLA brings elevated cajun cuisine to downtown Dallas. I paid them a visit on a calm Thursday afternoon and some of the highlights included the Cra