Guy Fieri visits at least 5 Capital Region spots on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,’ starting this Friday with some ‘out-of-bounds’ oysters

Baton Rouge food news roundup: Mexican restaurant, breakfast tacos at Barracuda and more

By Avery White March 27, 2025

New butcher on the block Iverstine Butcher has welcomed a new executive chef with big plans for the shop. Kyle Gautreaux, who has long championed whole-animal utilization, aims to regularly incorporate lesser-known cuts on the menu and conduct all frying with animal fat rendered in-house, according to a press release.   With the addition of Gautreaux also comes a new dinner service from Wednesday to Friday. Guests can choose their…

The king of sparkles: Local lawyer updates his menswear brand with help from his bold other half

By Olivia Deffes April 1, 2025

Hunter Odom’s favorite shirt just happens to be a hand-me-down from his father. A little worn out from attending multiple events, it now proudly hangs in his home office. Odom says he was drawn to the shirt because of its little secret. The old formal button-up looks totally normal under a jacket. But, once that outer layer gets shed, a playful pattern is revealed on the back panel. “Once you…

April 2025’s calendar of can’t-miss events in the Capital Region

By Olivia Deffes April 1, 2025

Editor’s note: This article has been updated to reflect a schedule and location change announcement from The Flower Fest.   April 3 + 17 Kiddos are welcome in the kitchen at BREC’s Chefs R Us. These cooking classes suited for little ones teach basic cooking skills and introduce new ingredients. brec.org April 4 + 5 Baton Rouge’s Flower Fest is making a splash in its fifth year raising funds for St.…

225 things to do in the Capital Region: Our April 2025 issue is on stands now

By 225 Staff @225batonrouge March 31, 2025

It’s baaaack. We’ve officially revamped our viral list of 225 things to do for 2025. Previously published in 2008, 2018 and 2020, we've scrapped the old lists in favor of a fresh collection of new and classic ways to eat, shop and explore your way through the Capital Region. Flip through this month's cover story for a guide to local food, fun and entertainment this season—and for many years to…