Al Copeland Jr. offers a peek into his Metairie home
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Al Copeland Jr. says his life is all about family.
Gatherings with his wife, Liz, their five daughters, their partners, and nine grandchildren, happen frequently. InsideOut got an invite to a recent one.
Jeff Strout took photos, and you can read all about the house, the family and the food here.
Also, in time for Father's Day, Copeland talks about his famous dad, Al Copeland Sr., and the fight to cure the cancer that killed him.
Displayed in a glass-front cabinet is a collection of opulent, gold-trimmed Bavarian china that Mary and Al Copeland Sr. saved up to buy as newlyweds living in Arabi. 'It was a big investment for them,' said their son. 'They didn’t have any money.'
- Jeff Strout
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The infinity pool, behind the outdoor kitchen, bar and living area, includes a view out to the Lake Pontchartrain levee.
- Jeff Strout
Liz and Al Copeland Jr. at a recent family gathering.
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The infinity pool, behind the outdoor kitchen, bar and living area, includes a view out to the Lake Pontchartrain levee.
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A waterfall sits at the back of the infinity pool.
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Al Copeland Jr.'s home in Metairie is sited on the same lot where his father's home -- and lavish Christmas displays -- once were located.
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Each family member, except for the kids, has a defined role in preparing meals for the gathering.
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Al Copeland Jr. mans the grill to finish off St. Louis-style barbecue ribs.
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Al Copeland Jr., son of famous New Orleans restaurateur Al Copeland Sr., and his wife, Liz Copeland, both at far right, enjoy hosting their family of five daughters and their partners, along with their nine grandchildren.
- Jeff Strout
Al Copeland Jr. selects a bottle from the wine cellar that holds thousands of bottles, some inherited from his father, Al Copeland Sr.
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Al Copeland Jr. mans the grill to finish off St. Louis-style barbecue ribs.
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Liz Copeland with oldest grandons Hayden Fitzsimmons.
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Liz Copeland, the clan's matriarch and an avid gardener, creates the flower arrangements for family get togethers.
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Al Copeland Jr. mans the grill to finish off St. Louis-style barbecue ribs.
- Jeff Strout
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The artwork along the staircase was custom-made by local artist Steve Brauner to honor Al Copeland Sr., ancestors who preceded him, and the current family.
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Displayed in a glass-front cabinet is a collection of opulent, gold-trimmed Bavarian china that Mary and Al Copeland Sr. saved up to buy as newlyweds living in Arabi. 'It was a big investment for them,' said their son. 'They didn’t have any money.'
- Jeff Strout
The great room is anchored architecturally by a fireplace, but the collection of family photos depicts the real heart of the home.
- Jeff Strout
Liz Copeland, the clan's matriarch and an avid gardener, creates the flower arrangements for family get togethers.
- Jeff Strout
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Al Copeland Jr. mans the stove while chatting with daughter Alexandria Reuter, left. Wife Liz Copeland is in the background.
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Al Copeland Jr. mixes his Big Al Cosmo.
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Copeland cooked up a batch of St. Louis-style barbecue ribs.
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Roasted Pecan Cole Slaw was on the menu.
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