Passion for our wine and spirits store, diversity of experience and love for each other defines the Krewe. Grande Krewe contributes to the culture of New Orleans for locals and visitors alike.
OUR STORY
Bob, Jane, Carla and Roy – also known as Roberto, Janie, Carlita and Roy – came together as partners in 2014 on a quest to find the perfect location to make their wine and spirit store dream come true.
This Krewe had no retail or wine sales experience, but they had passion, love and determination. And, one year later, on Bastille Day 2015, Grande Krewe Fine Wine & Spirits was born!
Meet the Krewe
Jane
Jane (aka Janie) has called New Orleans home since the 1980’s. Before embracing the wine and spirits life, she ran a national healthcare company, which is how she met Bob, the love of her life. When not at Grande Krewe, you’ll find her planning and attending trips to France, mentoring entrepreneurs, or volunteering for FQMD.
Bob
Bob (aka Roberto) relocated to New Orleans from Wisconsin in 2012. His dream of opening a wine and spirits store became a reality in 2015, when he opened Grande Krewe with Janie and Deuce, the wonder dog. Pearl joined the family and the store in 2016.
Carla
Carla ‘Carlita’ Arriola, a native resident of New Orleans, is a self-proclaimed Wellness Entrepreneur. Carlita creates many ‘good-for-you’ and ‘good to you’ experiences through a 24-year Pilates teacher practice, Health Coaching, Premium Skincare AND….Fine Wine and Spirits! Her obsession with small grower champagne has intensified through the PHENOMENAL selection curated by the Krewe.
Roy
Roy Arriola is a native New Orleanian from the historic Treme neighborhood. A 28-year public servant, Roy has served the city he loves with the New Orleans Fire Department. Since opening Grande Krewe in 2015 with his partners, Roy enjoys sharing all the amazing small batch spirits, champagne, and beautiful wines from all over the world with store customers. And…he is a LOVER of fine Bourbons and big bold red wines!
Blair
Blair was born and raised in Acadiana and migrated to New Orleans in 2013. She earned her Bourbon Steward Certification at local spirited cocktail museum, Sazerac House, where she also discovered the delights of educated imbibing! Blair looks forward to expanding their palette and community as Grande Krewe's newest Store Manager.
Biz
Biz left Los Angeles, CA for New Orleans in 2022 with a focus on having fun. Working in wine was the obvious choice. She started at Grande Krewe in 2023 where she enjoys meeting the folks that pop into the shop and learning about wine and all the other goodies on offer.
Deuce
Deuce the wonder dog is the soul of Grande Krewe. He is a loveable curmudgeon who has been the wine store dog since the store opened! He watches everything and everyone and he loves to go to France any chance that he gets. He loves Bourbon.
Pearl
Pearl (the Black Pearl) is the spirit of Grande Krewe and she is always doing something. She has a popular instagram site (@pearlatgrandekrewe) that lets everyone know what she is up to. Champagne is her jam.