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Baton Rouge Hotspot Empire Wingz Brings Saucy Heat To Lafayette’s Ambassador Caffery
Baton Rouge favorite Empire Wingz is spreading its wings to Lafayette, taking over the storefront at 1521 Ambassador Caffery Parkway in one of the city’s busiest retail stretches. The expansion will bring the chain’s spicy wing flavors and its signature VJ Fries to local diners. As of this report, the restaurant still has not announced a firm opening date.
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First Look: Okki Tokki brings its build-your-own bowls to Perkins Road East
Good news for fans of the downtown build-your-own Korean bowl restaurant Okki Tokki: the shop has opened the doors to a second location on Perkins Road East near Alexander’s Highland Market. Since its soft opening in late February, the restaurant has operated under limited hours from 10:30 a.m. to...
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The Post Parade Party Continues at the Colonel’s Club
St. Patrick’s Day in Baton Rouge has always been more than just a parade. For years, the post parade gathering at Uncle Earl's became a tradition people genuinely looked forward to. It was where the city kept the celebration going long after the floats passed. While Uncle Earl’s may...
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Calendar: Upcoming events in Ascension Parish
Here is a look at upcoming events in Ascension Parish. Louisiana Outdoor Expo: The fishing, hunting and outdoors event will be March 13-15 at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center's REV Center. Bulls, Bands, and Barrels: Featuring Tracy Lawrence and Tyler Nance, the event will be at 6:30 p.m. March 14 in...
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From Courtroom to Cook Off A Baton Rouge Tradition Returns
There is something special about a Baton Rouge event that brings everyone together. Good food. Cold drinks. Live music. Kids laughing in the background. And this one comes with a side of friendly competition. On April 11 from 4 to 7 PM, the Baton Rouge Bar Association and the Baton...
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Tsunami Sushi owners file for bankruptcy, pledge to keep restaurants open
The owners of Tsunami Sushi restaurants have filed for federal bankruptcy protection, just over four years after buying the business from Lafayette owners. The ownership group, which operates the Lafayette location along with two in Baton Rouge and another in New Orleans, filed for Chapter 11 protection earlier this week in the Middle District of Louisiana. The company is pledging to keep its locations open through the process.
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St. Patrick’s Day Specials Are Rolling at Mike Anderson’s Seafood
At Mike Anderson’s Seafood, St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just about wearing green — it’s about eating well. The longtime Baton Rouge staple is rolling out festive features that blend Louisiana seafood tradition with a little Irish-inspired flair, giving guests plenty of reasons to celebrate all week long.
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Fuego Tortilla Grill serves all types of tacos, all day long
A fast-casual Tex-Mex restaurant that serves $6 tacos 24 hours a day, 6 days a week, sounds like the ideal business to place near a college campus. Baton Rouge gets to put this concept to the test with new counter-service eatery Fuego Tortilla Grill now open near LSU. Fuego’s first...
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I-TEAM: Popular restaurant with locations in BR, Nola, and Lafayette files for bankruptcy protection
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Bankruptcy paperwork was filed this week on behalf of popular Louisiana Japanese-fusion restaurant chain, Tsunami. The WAFB I-TEAM uncovered court documents showing a number of high-dollar debts listed for all four Tsunami locations across Louisiana. Tsunami operates restaurants under subsidiaries across the state, and all...
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3 Iconic HBCU Marching Bands Amplify Michael Jackson’s Legacy With Show-Stopping Performances
Florida A&M, Jackson State, and Southern University deliver original tributes as part of the MICHAEL CELEBRATES campaign ahead of the release of Michael on April 24. As Lionsgate prepares for the April 24 domestic release of Michael, three of the nation’s most storied HBCU marching bands are paying tribute in a way only they can. Florida A&M University’s The Marching 100, Jackson State University’s The Sonic Boom of the South, and Southern University’s The Human Jukebox have each delivered original performances of “Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough” as part of the MICHAEL CELEBRATES: Legacy, Artistry, Culture campaign.
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From Michelin Kitchens to Siegen Lane: The Story Behind Buns
On Siegen Lane, Buns is redefining what fast casual can look like in Baton Rouge. At first glance, it reads as a modern burger spot — handcrafted burgers, premium Philly steak, fresh crispy wings, bread baked fresh daily, meats prepared in house. But after sitting down with owner Don, it becomes clear that Buns is not just about elevated comfort food. It is about building something intentional.
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From Babysitting to the Kitchen: Chef Albina and Chef Logan’s Special Coastal Collaboration
Tomorrow night at Jabby’s Pizza on Highland Road, Chef Albina will once again trade pizza boxes for white tablecloths as she transforms the space into an intimate Mediterranean escape. On March 4 at 6:30 PM, guests in Baton Rouge will gather for a Mediterranean Coastal Dinner created in collaboration...
Developing Lafayette
Empire Wingz, Baton Rouge-Based Wing Brand, Coming Soon to Lafayette,LA
Empire Wingz, a Baton Rouge-based wing concept, is coming soon to Lafayette, LA, at 1521 Ambassador Caffery Parkway, right next to the recently opened La Chapina & La Catraccha and Mexican Food. Founded in 2012 by Vic Smith, Empire Wingz began when Smith served hot wings at his nightclub, gaining...
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Tsunami Sushi owners file for bankruptcy, pledge to keep restaurants open
The owners of Tsunami Sushi restaurants have filed for federal bankruptcy protection, just over four years after buying the business from Lafayette owners. The ownership group, which operates the Lafayette location along with two in Baton Rouge and another in New Orleans, filed for Chapter 11 protection earlier this week in the Middle District of Louisiana. The company is pledging to keep its locations open through the process.