Istrouma Eatery + Brewery has reopened following the completion of months’ worth of renovations. The business, located on Sugar Farms in St. Gabriel, went on hiatus back in June. So, what’s new? According to a post on Istrouma’s Instagram page, the business has added a fully enclosed dining space to make operations less dependent on weather, constructed... The post Istrouma Eatery + Brewery reopens following renovations appeared first on [225 ..read more

Forget tacky sweaters and hot cocoa mugs. Say “aloha” to Hawaiian shirts and tiki glasses at Sippin’ Santa, the tropical-themed holiday pop-up at Pelican to Mars. Sippin’ Santa is the beachy little sibling of Miracle, a tastefully tacky holiday pop-up experience that began in New York and has been adopted by bars across the country... The post Pelican to Mars brings tropical holiday pop-up to Mid City appeared first on [225 ..read more

November was a busy month for the culinary scene, with long-awaited openings like Luna Cocina and Crafted Nibbles, not to mention a new location for Caroline’s Cookies and a renovation reveal at Mason’s Grill. The holiday season also began in earnest, with the debut of a brand-new light display and local markets and eateries carving out... The post First looks inside Luna Cocina, Crafted Nibbles and more: <i>225</i>‘s biggest stories of November 2024 appeared first on [225 ..read more

It’s hard not to feel nostalgic during the holiday season, and nothing will put you in the spirit more than listening to Christmas music and baking a batch of cookies. Whether it’s Grandma’s gingerbread or Aunt So-and-So’s thumbprint treats, baking cookies is a big part of our festive family traditions, especially since so many of... The post 3 holiday cookie recipes to try for your next cookie swap appeared first on [225 ..read more

A lot can change in 12 months. How many of your dinner reservations and happy hours lately have been at venues that didn’t exist this time last year? There’s been much to get excited about in greater Baton Rouge’s current culinary season, from competition-style barbecue to stylish fare served in vibey interiors. A few patterns... The post The year in food: 50+ fresh concepts in the Capital Region appeared first on [225 ..read more

There’s been much to get excited about in greater Baton Rouge’s current culinary season, from competition-style barbecue to stylish fare served in vibey interiors. A few patterns emerged in the Capital Region this year, which 225 details in its December 2024 cover story. There’s been a surge of casual concepts with smaller, more economical footprints.... The post A guide to hot new restaurants in 225’s December 2024 issue, on stands now appeared first on [225 ..read more

What do a bakery, a modern Indian eatery and an Asian street food-inspired restaurant have in common? All three won awards for their plates at this year’s Fête Rouge. At the annual food and wine tasting supporting the Baton Rouge Epicurean Society, cooks strive to plate dishes that are both crowd-pleasing and unique enough to... The post What it’s like inside local kitchens: A convo with culinary entrepreneurs appeared first on [225 ..read more

Before we bid adieu to 2024, let’s take time to reflect. Or in this case, digest. From TikTok-viral snacks you don’t have to travel for to food-forward events literally popping up everywhere, here’s a handful of the trends that dominated culinary concepts this year in greater Baton Rouge. Food trucks going brick-and-mortar Mobile concepts are... The post Breaking down the year’s biggest culinary trends in the Capital Region appeared first on [225 ..read more

Longtime Mid City restaurant Bistro Byronz closed briefly in September for a long-planned renovation. When it reopened a few weeks later, the casual spot was transformed into a rebranded concept: Brasserie Byronz. Outfitted in amber globe lighting, a pressed tin ceiling and brick-red banquettes, the eatery also introduced a fresh menu and cocktail program. Response... The post As more design-driven eateries enter the market, longstanding restaurants are renovating appeared first on [225 ..read more

This is part of 225‘s package on hot new restaurant openings. Browse the rest of the list here. Sushi Iku Locations vary Opened: October 2023     Rewriting the rules on sushi, Sushi Iku serves detailed hand rolls and other finely crafted sushi in a pop-up format. Baton Rouge breweries and bars have been a frequent stop... The post The year of the pop-up: 6 new mobile eateries appeared first on [225 ..read more