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How This Former Thrift Store Became a MICHELIN-Recommended Pie Spot in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Open daily: Mon 11 AM–9 PM, Tue–Fri 11 AM–10 PM, Sat–Sun 10 AM–10 PM. Producers warned that Guy Fieri isn’t a sweets guy, but he still asked for pie at Elsie’s Plate & Pie in Baton Rouge. 🥧. The Mid City restaurant has...

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d
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BREC requests $22.4 million in state funding for a new recreation and aquatic center at Brooks Park

BATON ROUGE — BREC requested $22.4 million in state funding for a new recreation and aquatic center at Brooks Park, advancing a proposed $28 million investment in Old South Baton Rouge. The project seeks to replace the outdated pool with the organization's first indoor swimming pool, creating a space...

Baton Rouge, LA · 12h
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Ultimate Holiday Feast: Elevate Your Thanksgiving Table with South Louisiana Flavor

Planning a show-stopping holiday meal means keeping your kitchen low-stress without sacrificing bold, memorable flavors. Cobin Lindecker from Chris’s Specialty Foods brought the heat to the studio, showcasing how authentic South Louisiana traditions can simplify your holiday lineup. From game-day tailgating spreads to fully prepped Thanksgiving dinners, bringing professional Cajun flair to the table has never been easier.

Baton Rouge, LA · 17h
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Check out the Outdoors calendar for hunting season schedules and LDWF updates

RED STICK FLY FISHERS PROGRAM: 7 p.m., Bluebonnet Regional Library, 9200 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge. Open to the public. Email Brian Roberts: roberts.brian84@gmail.com. Website: rsff.org. WEDNESDAY. VETERAN’S DAY. BUGS & BEERS: 6:30 p.m., Skeeta Hawk Brewing, 455 N. Dorgenois St., New Orleans. Casual fly tying. Open to public. Email...

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d
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Baton Rouge Turns Up the Holiday Season With Jazz, Comedy and White Light Night

BATON ROUGE, La. — Jazz, rock, comedy and neighborhood art celebrations will share the spotlight in Baton Rouge as the city heads into the holiday season, with November’s entertainment calendar building toward a particularly busy night Nov. 20. That Friday will bring White Light Night to Mid City,...

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

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Baton Rouge, LA · 18h

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Merry Market returns to Gonzales with more than 400 booths for holiday shopping

The Merry Market holiday shopping event is scheduled to take place from Nov. 13-15 at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales, featuring over 400 vendors and benefiting The Sparrow Foundation.

Gonzales, LA · 3d

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Play pool, video games and more at new store in outlet mall at Tanger Outlets

If you enjoy playing pool, video games, or foosball, a new place is opening soon in Ascension Parish.

Ascension Parish, LA · 3d

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New Smalls Sliders in Hammond to open on Tuesday

HAMMOND — A new Smalls Sliders location in Hammond is set to officially open Tuesday at 10 a.m. The restaurant is located at 1743 SW Railroad Ave., off E. Minnesota Park Road. As part of the grand opening ceremony, the Food Pantry at Southeastern Louisiana University will be recognized...

Hammond, LA · 9h

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Webbie, Lil’ Boosie set to perform at Bayou Classic Fan Fest in New Orleans

Two Baton Rouge rappers are set to perform at Fan Fest ahead of the 53rd Annual Bayou Classic.

New Orleans, LA · 6d

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Pastry chef departs Michelin-starred restaurant; Jones Walker adds attorneys

South Louisiana businesses and nonprofit groups recently announced the following promotions, new hires and resignations. Jen Giragos has been hired as pastry chef at Arnaud's Restaurant. Giragos previously served as head pastry chef at Doris Metropolitan, worked at Emeril Restaurant and owned and operated Wicked Queen Confections. Gina Locatto has...

New Orleans, LA · 1d

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Columbia Theatre presents "A Christmas Carol"

HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University’s Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts is presenting “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, adapted for the stage by Tommy Jamerson. Performances are at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 and 20, and at 2 p.m. Nov. 14, 15, and 21 at Columbia...

Hammond, LA · 1d

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Veterans Day Celebrations Planned Across Capital Region

Veterans Day celebrations will be happening across the Capital Region. On Saturday, Walker will hold its Veterans Day Parade. It will step off at 10 a.m. at Walker High School. After the parade, there will be a lunch served for veterans and parade participants at the Walker Community Center at 11:30 a.m.

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

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Southern Chicks Cafe & Daiquiris Brings Hand-Breaded Chicken to Florida Boulevard

Florida Boulevard just got a soul-food counter with a daiquiri window attached. Southern Chicks Cafe & Daiquiris opened its Baton Rouge shop at 7112 Florida Boulevard, and the family-run brand that dates to 2016 brings hand-breaded fried chicken and jumbo chicken tenders to a stretch that needed a simple, warm meal.

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

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Bonta del Forno in Denham Springs: Italian Kitchen, 300-Bottle Wine Room and Sunday Brunch

Denham Springs has a spot where the wine list runs longer than the menu, and that's meant as a compliment. Bonta del Forno calls itself an Italian kitchen and wine bar, and it backs up the second half of that title with a custom-built wine room holding about 300 bottles from around the world.

Denham Springs, LA · 3d

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Tasty Grill on West Lee Drive: Smash Burgers, Nashville Hot Chicken and Late-Night Hours Near LSU

West Lee Drive near LSU has a new smash-burger address with late hours built for campus nights. Tasty Grill is open at 990 West Lee Drive, Suite D, serving fresh beef burgers, wings, Nashville hot chicken, Philly cheesesteaks, seafood and more from a compact grill menu that posts prices right on the homepage.

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

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A Wednesday Cajun Jam and a Bed Upstairs: Road-Tripping to Lafayette's Blue Moon Saloon

Baton Rouge has its share of live music, but some nights call for a drive west on I-10. In downtown Lafayette, the Blue Moon Saloon & Guest House at 215 E. Convent St. has been pairing roots music with a place to sleep it off for 25 years. From Back...

Lafayette, LA · 3d

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Jacmel Inn in Hammond: Sunday Brunch, Duck Bowls and Nearly 50 Years Under the Oaks

Some restaurants are built for a quick bite. Jacmel Inn, a white house with green shutters tucked under the live oaks at 903 E. Morris Ave. in Hammond, was built for lingering. The restaurant has billed itself as Louisiana fine dining since 1977, when the founders opened in a former...

Hammond, LA · 4d

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Pastry chef departs Michelin-starred restaurant; Jones Walker adds attorneys

South Louisiana businesses and nonprofit groups recently announced the following promotions, new hires and resignations. Chuck Prow has been hired as the new chair and CEO of the environmental consulting company Aptim. Prow, who will succeed Mark Fallon, had been CEO of the defense infrastructure firm V2X, which was formed by the merger of The Vertex Co. and his former company, Vectrus.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d