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StaffLouisiana native Lauren Daigle to perform National Anthem at College Football National Championship Game
The two-time Grammy Award winner was born in Lafayette and will return to the state on January 13 to perform the National Anthem at the championship game. Daigle, an LSU alumna, announced her return on twitter:...
MJ’s Cafe officially opens next week and these are our recommendations
MJ’s Cafe, the first to Baton Rouge’s plant-based scene, has relocated into an airy, bright new space at 5162 Government Street, formerly occupied by Tiger Deauxnuts. Anyone who frequented Tiger Deauxnuts (may the...
Pelican to Mars aims to open on Government St. soon
Pelican to Mars is a pet-friendly, space age themed, neighborhood bar opening soon on Government Street. photo source: Pelican to Mars Baton Rouge natives and brothers Lance and Scott Paddock are no strangers to the bar...
1 month ago
City Roots Coffee Bar opens in Electric Depot
On Tuesday, City Roots Coffee Bar became the second vendor to open in Electric Depot, the revitalization of an old Entergy site on Government at 15th. It’s the first vendor to open outside of Red Stick Social, the...
1 month ago
The pasta-bilities are endless at recently-opened Too Saucy Pasta Bar
At Too Saucy Pasta Bar, the pastabilities are endless! Too Saucy is a quick-service style restaurant centered around the popular “build your own” type restaurants. Joseph Hansen is the owner of Too Saucy Pasta Bar. He...
1 month ago
Ascension’s first brewery, Gilla Brewing, will open on October 26
Gilla Brewing Company stole our hearts and our taste buds at Zapp’s this year, and the much anticipated first Ascension Parish brewery will open its doors October 26. The crew at Gilla has over 40 years of home-brewing...
2 months ago
Where to watch LSU vs. Florida if you can’t make it to Tiger Stadium
LSU will face Florida at 7 p.m. at Tiger Stadium. While we can’t all make it to Death Valley this Saturday, the Capital City makes it easy to support the Tigers (and have a drink) from afar. Whether you’re looking for a...
2 months ago
Soon you can grab both lunch and dinner at Perkins overpass’ newest eatery BLDG5
With the sound of music playing from a renovated metal shed on Kalurah Street, the Perkins Road overpass area will soon host a new marketplace and eatery concept after nearly three years of planning and development...
2 months ago
The Revelry bar to open second location in space previously-occupied by Barcadia
After six years in Ruston, Louisiana, The Revelry is expanding to Baton Rouge, occupying the space previously held by Barcadia on Highland Road. In 2013, LSU alumni and co-owners Chris Harsch, Alex Eddy and Rob Owens...
2 months ago
GymFit takes over Foxy’s Gym, offers unique classes and community aspect
Founder Joshua Roberts describes GymFit as “a fitness buffet no longer solely focused on fitness;” a person of any age, interests and experience can find an activity at GymFit. With the recent acquisition of...
3 months ago
Chow Yum Phat opens overpass location, our recommendations
Jordan Ramirez, co-owner of Chow Yum Phat and Yuzu in White Star Market, opened a new concept on Tuesday, Sept. 25 on Hollydale Road near the Perkins Overpass, in the space formerly occupied by City Pork. Chow Yum Phat...
3 months ago
A second Hot Tails location is coming to Prairieville
Fans of Hot Tails in New Roads, rejoice! Although Baton Rouge has yet to receive the gift of a Hot Tails restaurant, a second location is coming to Prairieville. Anyone who never made the trek to New Roads to try Hot...
3 months ago
Provisions on Perkins owner set to open The Vintage downtown
One of New Orleans’ favorites is coming to Baton Rouge. Paul McGoey, CEO of OnePack Hospitality Group and owner of Provisions on Perkins, is set to open a second location of The Vintage late this fall in the...
3 months ago
First Taste: Smalls Sliders opens Friday, here are our recommendations
Smalls Sliders is a new concept hitting Baton Rouge with investment from Brandon Landry, a Walk-On’s co-owner, and Drew Brees (needs no introduction). Joining them are LSU MBA instructor Scott Fargason and entrepreneur...
3 months ago
Baton Rouge’s newest live music venue is re-energizing downtown
Except for the lack of a “Louisiana Theatre” marquee sign, not much has changed on the facade of the historic building The Basin Music Hall is occupying. Baton Rouge’s newest live music venue, planted in the heart of...
3 months ago
Torchy’s Tacos is headed to Baton Rouge
Torchy’s Tacos will be making its way to Baton Rouge next year as part of its plan to open three new restaurant locations across Louisiana, WAFB reported yesterday. View this post on Instagram All of my hopes and...
3 months ago
Take a look inside the new Mid City Beer Garden
After 3.5 years, Chelsea’s grilled cheese is back! Mid City Beer Garden is open, and it’s a haven for plant, beer and grilled cheese lovers alike! Since the beer garden hails from some of the same ownership as...
3 months ago
Update: LSU Athletics likely to stop lump-sum payments to academics after this year
The LSU athletics department announced about a month ago that it was reconsidering its relationship with the academic side of campus. Athletic Director Scott Woodward said he would re-evaluate the fund-transfer policy...
4 months ago
A new arts market is coming to Southeast Baton Rouge
Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge is partnering with Arc Baton Rouge to create a unique arts market in Southeast BR. The monthly market will occur every third Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm, starting September 21. Now...
4 months ago
Take a look at BREC’s $20 million master renovation plans for the Baton Rouge Zoo and Greenwood Community Park
BREC unveiled its master plans on Saturday, Aug. 17 for its renovations of the Baton Rouge Zoo and Greenwood Community Park, costing an estimated $20 million. Construction is aimed for 2020. The plans are in an effort...
4 months ago
Soji is hosting its first Night Market this Wednesday, Aug. 21
Although Soji: Modern Asian has only been open for a year, the restaurant is already becoming increasingly involved in the Baton Rouge community. Soji has previously hosted wine dinners, parties, sushi classes and more...
4 months ago
A new app is being considered to help fix parking issues in Downtown Baton Rouge
The Downtown Development District is working to address the parking problem downtown, and a new app is being considered by the metro council, WAFB reported on Tuesday, August 13. The Flowbird App aims to help drivers...
4 months ago
ICYMI: The long-awaited rooftop bar at The Chimes on Highland is now open to the public
The LSU North Gate community now features a spot for patrons to enjoy both a cold drink and a nice view. The long-awaited rooftop bar at The Chimes on Highland is officially open for business. Plans for renovations were...
4 months ago
Board & Brush is opening its Baton Rouge location next week
Baton Rouge is getting a new creative business where residents can try their hands at do-it-yourself projects. Board & Brush Creative Studio is opening its first Baton Rouge location in Square 46 next to White Star...
4 months ago
Louisiana became the first Deep South state to sell medical marijuana on Tuesday
Louisiana became the first Deep South state to sell medical marijuana on Tuesday, Aug. 6, after lawmakers agreed to allow patients access to it four years ago. Capitol Wellness Solutions gearing up for its grand opening...
4 months ago
Z Gallerie renewed Perkins Rowe lease, remains open
Z Gallerie in Perkins Rowe is back in business after previously stating it would close. The home furnishings retailer was set to close in July after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and sold almost its entire...
4 months ago
Serop’s Express opens College Drive location Monday
Serop’s Express is opening its sixth location on Monday, August 5 on College Drive, next to Midas and across from Waffle House. View this post on Instagram !! P R O G R E S S !! Our College Drive location is...
4 months ago
Civil Axe Throwing coming soon to Mid City
A popular new entertainment trend is coming to Mid City. Baton Rouge residents will be able to try their hand at launching an axe – lumberjack style – at a plank of wood. Civil Axe Throwing is planning to open a new...
4 months ago
LSU athletics considering decreasing amount donated to academics
The LSU athletics department is reconsidering its relationship with the academic side of campus. New Athletic Director Scott Woodward said he is planning to re-evaluate the fund-transfer policy that was initiated in...
4 months ago
Can’t decide what you want for Restaurant Week? Here are some recommendations
Restaurant Week always brings about the hardest of decisions: picking a restaurant! With so much goodness to choose from, it can be a real struggle. After some serious evaluations, I grabbed a few stand-out menus. ...
5 months ago
SPACES is coming to Perkins Rowe
SPACES has signed at Perkins Rowe and will occupy an 18,000 square foot space adjacent to Anthropologie and Sur La Table. SPACES provides companies of all sizes the opportunity to rent various office spaces depending on...
5 months ago
Take a look inside LSU’s new $28 million Football Operations Building
LSU football released new photos and videos of their $28 million Football Operations Building renovation, including the new and improved locker room. The locker rooms feature seats resembling first-class airplane...
5 months ago
MJ’s Cafe to move to space formerly occupied by Tiger Deauxnuts
White Star Market veggie powerhouse MJ’s Cafe will soon have a new home in Mid City. The plant-based eatery will take over the Government Street space formerly housed by Tiger Deauxnuts and Barbecue in September, MJ’s...
5 months ago
Louisiana-themed subscription box Cajun Crate offers specialty Baton Rouge products
Cajun Crate, a Louisiana-themed monthly subscription box, has created a Baton-Rouge specific box full of local food-related goodies. Each box comes with recipes and instructions on using the products, as well as...
5 months ago
Former LSU student convicted of negligent homicide in 2017 hazing death of Maxwell Gruver
The former LSU student charged with negligent homicide in the 2017 hazing death of freshman Maxwell Gruver was found guilty by a jury on Wednesday. The six jurors delivered a verdict to Matthew Naquin, 21...
5 months ago
Local hot sauce company Swamp Dragon to appear on The Today Show and Viceland’s “Most Expensivest”
Baton Rouge-based company Swamp Dragon adds a boozy twist to traditional hot sauce recipes. The brand says goodbye to the common use of vinegar and replaces it with different alcohols. The unique hot sauce is set to...
5 months ago
Kolache Kitchen updating its menu, starting renovations soon
Campus-favorite spot Kolache Kitchen will close on Monday, July 22 for a renovation and an update to its menu, according to The Greater Baton Rouge Business Report. Kolache Kitchen’s Nicholson location is set to...
5 months ago
Red Stick Social receives backlash over dress code policy, issues apology
Red Stick Social issued an apology on Facebook yesterday after it received negative feedback about its recent dress code. The entertainment venue, which features a restaurant, bar and bowling alley, published a post on...
5 months ago
ICYMI: Some Baton Rouge residents and businesses boycotting Waitr this week
Some Baton Rouge businesses have recently decided to quit using Waitr to deliver their food, and many residents have agreed to discontinue using the app. The withdrawals follow Waitr’s recent changes to its...
5 months ago
Main Event entertainment center to open in Mall of Louisiana
Main Event, a family-friendly entertainment center, is opening a Baton Rouge location in the Mall of Louisiana and will be the first Louisiana location. The entertainment center opens on August 28 but is currently...
5 months ago
Charming Charlie closing all locations after filing Chapter 11
Yet another chain business has filed for Chapter 11 and is subsequently closing its Baton Rouge location in Perkins Rowe. Photo courtesy of Perkins Rowe The women’s accessories retailer has filed for bankruptcy...
5 months ago
Emerge Juice is coming to White Star Market, opens Tuesday
Cold-pressed juice fans will have another option to buy local, organic juices and bars with White Star Market’s newest vendor. Emerge Juice – partnering with Mac and Moon – joins the list of White Star...
5 months ago
