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  • About
    • Meet Peter
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  • LA Historic Properties
    • Acadiana >
      • Rental: Ory Patout House
    • Southeast Louisiana >
      • 2615-2621 Chartres St.
      • Governor Nicholls
      • Rental: Creole Maisonette
      • Rental: Historic Cottage
  • MS HISTORIC PROPERTIES
    • Delta
    • Natchez >
      • Canemount (1851)
  • PERIOD ROOMS
    • Jacobean
    • Hacton
    • Greek Revival
    • Colonial
  • Blog
  • Past Properties
    • Maison Chenal / LaCour House /Holden Collection
    • Belmont Historic Inn
    • Mary Plantation
    • Bayside Plantation
    • The Galleries (c. 1869)
    • Loisel House (c. 1830)
    • Cold Spring Plantation
    • Fern Hill (c. 1904)
    • 3440 Coliseum Street (L-19th C)
    • Reymond House (1898)
    • 3441 Chestnut Street (L-19th C)
    • Maison Blanche
    • 2624-2626 Chartres St.
    • Crawford Plantation House (c. 1836)
    • Fonsylvania (c. 1825)
    • Dunleith Historic Inn
    • N. Roman
    • Grand Creole Cottage (c. 1828)
    • 1231 Chartres Street, Unit #1
    • Simien House (c. 1910)
    • Hubbs House (1803)
    • Trowbridge House (1840)
    • Lt. Gov. Dr. Paul Cyr House
    • 1002 Jackson #B
    • 911 St. Peter Street #6 (c. 1838)
    • The Blue House
    • Orange Cottage
    • Arabi Shotgun
    • McClure House
    • 231 N. Rampart Street #6
    • 2627-29 Chartres Street
    • Moss House (c. 1890)
    • Paradise Park (c. 1870)
    • 836 St Peter Street, #5
    • Wetherbee House (late-19th c)
    • 825 Smith Drive
    • 1127 Decatur Street, Apt C
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It's Carnival Time! AND MORE NEWs

2/20/2022

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HISTORIC PROPERTY & CULTURAL NEWS
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FEATURING BEST KING CAKES EVAH! 
 LOUISIANA SAKE & MORE!

Image from Brennan's 

SAVE THE DATE!
LSU Rural Life Museum Symposium:
300 Years of Louisiana's German Coast, March 5

Tennessee Williams Literary Festival, March 23-27

Iris Day, Longue Vue, March 29
Society for Louisiana Irises Annual Convention, Lafayette, April 6-8
Books Along the Teche Literary Festival, New Iberia, April 6-9
ICAA Grand Coteau Tour, April 9

Southern Garden History Society, Mt. Vernon, April 22-24
Natchez International Crepe Myrtle Festival, July 8-10!
Read More
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Natchez Celebrates the Blooms - July 2021

6/29/2021

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NATCHEZ IS A MUST VISIT IN JULY
BOOK YOUR STAY NOW
Dedicated Natchez master gardeners and citizens have long invested in the town's natural beauty and each July brings a full-on show with thousands of crepe myrtle trees reaching peak bloom season. 
SCROLL FOR BLOOM MAPS!
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I'm a longtime fan of the architecture and genuine hospitality Natchez offers. But in July of 2018, I was completely caught off-guard. I was stunned by the intense array of blooms! So, I asked around to understand how this happened,  and a  planned effort came clear. In addition to the ongoing commitment of its citizenry, Sallie Ballard, the architect of 2000 for 2000, funded planting of well over 2000 crepe myrtles for the millennium! ​
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Instantly, I thought there needed to be a festival to draw attention to the extraordinary beauty of Natchez. And with plenty of help, I founded it!  We met with Visit Natchez, the Chamber of Commerce, Master Gardeners and other Crepe Myrtle fans.

In 2019, we held the Natchez International Crepe Myrtle Festival.  We had speakers and social events, and visitors were drawn to Natchez to Celebrate the Blooms.  We honored Sallie Ballard, who sadly passed away in 2017.  Everyone had a fantastic experience!   
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I'm proud of what we accomplished in 2019 and to keep interest alive for 2020 & this year, Master Gardeners created self-guided map tours. We've particularly leaned upon our Crepe Myrtle Archivist, Elaine Gemmell. (Yes, she has archives!).

The results: a Sip & See Stroll, a downtown walking tour (worthy of 2-3 visits) along the open container route with reliable watering holes, fantastic restaurants, shops, and there're live music opportunities. The Bloom Drive takes you beyond downtown to include top area gardens, and I never tire of touring the Natchez City Cemetery's grounds, established in 1822 with over 500 Crepe Myrtles on-site.  It's breathtaking! 

I've already planned by trip with a few friends. We'll motor upriver in a couple weeks for 2 nights, and you bet, we'll take in all the beauty and deliciousness that Natchez represents. I encourage you to do the same. 
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AND 
ONLINE AT VISITNATCHEZ.COM/EVENTS

FOR UPDATES:
​Special Cocktails & Other Delights
@NatchezCelebratestheBlooms
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BLOOM MAPS!
SCROLL TO BOTTOM FOR ONLINE MAPS
​PRINTED MAPS AVAILABLE SOON AT AREA NATCHEZ BUSINESSES:

SIP & SEE STROLL, BLOOM DRIVE, NATCHEZ CITY CEMETERY ​
Thank you Sponsors! 
Visit Natchez
Peter Patout/Talbot Historic Properties
Country Roads Magazine
Ellen C. English

United Mississippi Bank ●  G. Douglas Adams Photography
Donna Ballard Masselli in honor of Sallie Ballard

Adams County Master Gardeners ● Monmouth Historic Inn,
Crye-Leike Stedman Realtors
Sip & See Stroll Map
Bloom Drive Map
Natchez City Cemetery Map
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I recommend! King Cake Favorites - Updated!

2/12/2021

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I love the excitement of Mardi Gras and the many opportunities it brings to gather with friends...and it's the season to enjoy King Cake!  And it's the perfect way to gather with small groups - your pod, during the pandemic. 

I began this story in Feb of 2020 and have added a few more favorites! I still love everything from last year and there's more now on my list!

Louisiana has so many wonderful bakeries. I enjoy trying everything from the classic homespun cinnamon-flavored King Cakes we grew up and other offerings including 3 that I'm highlighting below.


​What's your favorite? Leave a note to spread the word. 
A Few King Cake Favorites
-Non-Traditional Offerings-
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The Queen Cake
from 
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Levee Baking
Pairing suggestion my Satsumacello! 
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Click for My Recipe-
Their version of the traditional galette de rois. This is phenomenal! Flaky pastry is filled with pecan citrus frangipane! Local artist Jackie Brown makes the feves....Availability is limited. Call ahead or email to order. I emailed my order and they were very responsive. Get the large!

This new bakery is a great addition to the city. 
LIMITED HOURS DUE TO COVID - CAN ORDER ONLINE


Levee Baking Co.  •  3138 Magazine St., Ste D, New Orleans, LA 70115  •  leveebakingco@gmail.com
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The Cajun Kringle
from 

Haydel's Bakery
A crowd-pleaser! This is a classic offering from Haydel's: Flaky pastry with praline filling that's topped with caramel icing and decorated with pecans!  

I picked mine up from the new 3117 Magazine Street outpost. For everything Haydel, visit their website or go to the mother store. 
4037 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA, 70121
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Crawfish King Cake
from

Bywater Bakery
Garlic and butter brioche filled with warm Crawfish au Gratin and topped with colorful Parmesan Cheese.

Serve it warm with a green salad and you'll thank me later! I love this casual neighborhood gem in the Bywater. I haven't tried their sweet King Cake offerings and I'm tempted to do that soon with such heavenly sounding flavors as their Chantilly King Cake which is filled with Marscarpone Whipped Cream and Fresh Berries, and their Bouille King Cake that's filled with a Cajun custard....amongst their many offerings. 

They are also offering a pop up location in the CBD for King Cake Season at 234 Loyola Street - in the Pythian Market, closed Wednesdays, 8am-6pm. 

Bywater Bakery 

3624 Dauphine St. Bywater, New Orleans
(504) 336-3336


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The King Cake Bevi
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 Bourbon House
​get the recipe here! 
Sip the flavors of Mardi Gras with this wonderful seasonal take on their ever  popular Bourbon Milk Punch - this version made with rum. It's available to-go for taking in the street side  revelry (HINT!). This is a delightful combination of homemade vanilla ice cream, orgeat syrup, cinnamon, orange, and local Old New Orleans Rum.

144 BOURBON STREET, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70130 504.522.0111
2021 New Offerings with Pairing Recommendations!
The insanity continues - More delicious offerings now than ever!
King Cake is a most excellent reason for celebratory
 moments in safer small gatherings.
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And another Shout out goes to Bywater Bakery!
Heaven in a bite! The Chantilly King Cake 

filled with Mascarpone Cheese & Fresh Berries 
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Pairing Suggestion:
Chicory Coffee Served Black in Hand-painted 1820's Paris Porcelain Demi Tasse

I make sure to use them every carnival season
to help celebrate life.
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LA PETITE SOPHIE

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Brioche Strawberries & Cream King Cake 

PAIRING SUGGESTION: BOURBON MILK PUNCH!
THE COMMISSARY
Market + Eatery
OH MY! 
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HERE'S AN INSIDER'S TIP:

​The Commissary is an extension of Dickie Brennan's restaurants and offers the most delectable items to create celebratory experiences. 
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A few menu highlights: 
Bloody Mary's, party dishes like: Crab & Brie Dip, Beef Debris Po-Boys, Gumbo Ya-Ya, Red Bean Hummus, Pimento Cheese, Smoke Catfish Dip, and everyone's favorite: Crabmeat Cheesecake -whole or squares  with a side of sautéed roasted mushrooms and Creole meunière sauce!
Angels are singing!

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MORGAN STREET BAKERY
 
My friend Poppy Tooker
recommends this
Madisonville, La new find.

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GOURMET GIRLS
Here's another stunner from
 this gem in Baton Rouge



Pink Champagne King Cake
with pink champagne mousse filling, iced, painted, sprinkled and glittered with everything pink! 
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Pairing Suggestion: 
Champagne is always a great idea!

HAPPY MARDI GRAS Y'ALL!
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From My NEWSLETTER...THE ULTIMATE WELCOMING COCKTAIL!

11/19/2020

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Click to Read My
Fall Newsletter
Enjoy this Excerpt Below 
Oh how I would have loved to have served the cocktail below to my dear friend Julia Reed. I enjoyed it when visiting Barbee and his wife Ashley Ponder recently. 

Now this is a welcome drink!
THE DIRTY SUGAR
by Barbee Ponder
This libational masterpiece I made to welcome Peter and Lee Anne
to Covington for a weekend classical tour
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Photo by Barbee Ponder


Dirty Sugar Recipe
She’s best prepared midday to be enjoyed that evening. Here’s how it’s done--

Take a vintage Bayel Venus de Milo cordial glass and wet the rim with fresh squeezed lemon juice.

Then dip her rim in a plate of M. A. Patout raw sugar.
(When you’ve spent the entire day grinding, there should be plenty around)

Move the rim around the raw sugar making sure it’s properly “dirtied” inside and out.

Next, in a small disposable plastic cup, add the following ingredients:
1.50 oz Cognac
0.75 oz Cointreau
0.75 oz Fresh squeezed lemon juice

Place both glass and cup in the freezer for a hard chill till evening.

Using this method to chill the drink, rather than ice in a shaker, ensures the drink is not diluted in the least. (After all, “water’s for gardens” ... not cocktails.)

That evening, when you’re ready .... for your toddy, take Venus out of the freezer, pour in the contents, and add a mist of Absinthe over the top with your atomizer.

She’s ready. Bottoms up!
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NATCHEZ CELEBRATES THE BLOOMS! - UpdateD!

7/10/2020

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​The city is awash in blooms! Here's how to experience Natchez now! 
Photo Credit: G. Douglas Adams
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Last year year, I founded the Natchez International Crepe Myrtle Festival because the extraordinary Crepe Myrtle Blooms of Natchez are worth celebrating! While there’s not a festival with speakers this year, our Committee members have created a perfect experience to Celebrate the Blooms!

There's three self-guided free tours have been developed by Crepe Myrtle Historian and Committee member, Elaine Gemmell:
  • Bloom Drive - A Driving Tour that takes in top blooming area trees 
  • Historic Natchez City Cemetery - Established in 1822 and it's breathtaking! Drive or walk and see over 490 trees. 
  • Downtown Walking Tour - Sip & See the largest concentration of trees in the city. Route includes the city's Go-Cup district.
Further, Mayor Darryl Grennell assures us that Natchez is open! Self-guided tours offer visitors a highly enjoyable way to explore Natchez and respect the need for low contact forms of entertainment. We encourage visitors to observe social distancing and to please be respectful by wearing a mask when entering businesses. 
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10,000 Blooming
Trees & Counting!

self-guided bloom tours

​So here's a summer sightseeing trip idea: take in some of the loveliness and deliciousness that Natchez offers and experience the city in a low contact manner! 

Rita Tebbetts tells us the trees are still moving towards peak season and that the blooms should be pretty possibly even into August!
"Of course, mother nature didn't get the Co-Vid memo. Come to Natchez to take in the show.  the beauties won't mind a bit if you want to snap a few photos to share with friends.  You'll need evidence anyway to prove to doubters what you will witness. 

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​The best photos are probably done from a distance, but these trees won't mind if you want to move in close. I don't think they will be taking social distancing too seriously," Tebbetts said.


​Take in the magnificent architecture of Natchez!

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FREE MAPS! 
In addition to digital downloads at
 VisitNatchez.org/events


Self-guided bloom tour maps are available:
Fat Mama's Tamales 
Rolling N' The Dough
Regina’s Kitchen
Natchez Brewing Company
Biscuits & Blues
The Guest House
Natchez Coffee Company
Natchez Grand Hotel
100 Main
Pearl Street Pasta
Silver Street Gifts 
Natchez Convention Center 

Photo Credit: Ben Hillyer

FOR UPDATES: 
Natchez Celebrates the Blooms FB event page
and VisitNatchez.Org/Events
#NatchezCelebratestheBlooms

SUCCESSFUL DEBUT
 See 2019 News Stories & Details
On Press Page:

https://www.peterpatout.com/press.html
Scroll down the page to read about last year's event. 
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masks for all

6/26/2020

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Be well and safe through these challenging times.
I wear a mask and encourage others to do the same.
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A Respite: Blooms!

4/7/2020

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Enjoy the Blooms!
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Through this difficult time, I hope you are well. I'm writing to share a few things that lift my spirit in hopes that I can help lift yours. 

The incomparable beauty of the south, our rich history & culture, phenomenal cuisine, my dear friends and family, and my faith buoy me through challenging times.

I'm even upbeat about the market for historic homes, and I'm excited that my listings are featured in 2 national news stories! I appreciate your allowing me to share that good news. 

And, I'm not going anywhere. Please reach out to me. Call me on my cell (504) 481-4790, or send me an email: peter@peterpatout.com to help you purchase or sell historic homes in Louisiana and Mississippi.

Please consider sharing my blog & website with your friends. See my client referrals at zillow.com. 


My best to you,
Peter

LOUISIANA IRISES ARE IN BLOOM!
treasures in the wild

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A garden is a delight to the eye and solace for the soul.
                                                                                                --Saadi
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I took these photos recently at Jean Lafitte

Each year I eagerly await the blooms of these magnificent flowers. 

You might see some in walks about the city, and beyond. 
For next year, I also suggest taking in the Irises at the Botanical Gardens at City Park, and Longue View House and Gardens.

For numerous years, I've been a member of the New Orleans Iris Society and
​I recommend this group to serious gardeners.

Lafitte is both magical and mysterious. 


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Festival Cancelled for 2020 - Self Guided Tours Offered instead - see June 26, 2020 post

4/2/2020

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BLOOM ALERT! SAVE THE DATE!
Natchez International Crepe Myrtle Festival! 

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​JOIN US DOWNTOWN!

​High on the Bluff with
​ an Afternoon Breeze
 

Celebrate the Blooms!
NATCHEZ INTERNATIONAL CREPE MYRTLE FESTIVAL
July 10-11, 2020
Social events | Informative Talks | Self-Guided Bloom Tour | 
Cocktails Under the Blooms

You will want to stay overnight - All Events Downtown
Bring your Friends!  Book your Room!
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It needed to happen! Natchez in full-bloom is sublime!

I founded the event last year, our first year, and along with the help of dedicated Master Gardeners and other volunteers, this Festival came to life. We also honored the memory of Sally Ballard, who planted 2,000 Crepe Myrtles in the year 2000! Natchez has a long history of citizens committed to the beautification of the town - and it shows! This celebration amongst the blooms is a wonderful respite. Read about our 
SUCCESSFUL DEBUT that story is located on the Press page of this site: scroll down the page to view. ​
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​Updates Posted Soon:
VisitNatchez.com/Events


Take in the Architecture

Fantastic Southern Cuisine

More than 10,000 Trees & Counting

Have you seen Natchez
in full bloom?

It's Exquisite to Behold!

No other city can boast the extraordinary display of
Crepe Myrtles blooming like Natchez, Mississippi. ​
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Photo by G. Douglas Adams
Natchez is filled with incredible real estate opportunities and is a wonderful place to live and celebrate! Many architectural gems are available and it's a buyers market. If you are interested in learning about Natchez area historic properties to buy, or if you want to sell, please call me on my cell phone: 504.481.4790. 
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Open House Invite - HIstoric Simien House

2/13/2020

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Join me in New Iberia! 
OPEN HOUSE INVITE

Historic Simien House
Queen Anne Cottage 
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Saturday, February 15
424 West Main Street


Zoned Commercial & Residential
New Price $260,000

IBERIA PARISH

Built: circa 1910
Additions: late-20th century
Land: 10,200+/- sqft

MAIN HOUSE
Living square footage: 2,679 sq. ft.
Bedrooms/Offices: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5

AMENITIES
Professional Landscaping
Covered front porch
Enclosed back patio
Parking lot to accomodate 15 cars
2 storage houses, detached
2-car carport 

property is zoned commercial and can be used
either as an office or a
private residence


Property Information Packet
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JOin me in Clinton! Open House Invite!

2/6/2020

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Enjoy a leisurely drive through the rolling hills of East Feliciana Parish
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Clinton is 45 minutes from Baton Rouge and two hours from New Orleans

HISTORIC HUBBS HOUSE

OPEN HOUSE
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8

NOON - 3 PM

Creole Cottage on 7 Acres


New to the market・first time sold in about 100 years

Mature landscape with live oaks, magnolias and bamboo
 along the historic "Road to Baton Rouge"


Hubbs House Property Information Packet

KING CAKE WILL BE SERVED
10799 OAK DRIVE, CLINTON, LA
Read More Here
Mature landscape with live oaks, magnolias and bamboo
 along the historic "Road to Baton Rouge"


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