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Food & Drink

First Look: Street Food Munchies to open first brick-and-mortar location this week

From food truck to kiosk to storefront, Zachary-born Street Food Munchies will open its first brick-and-mortar location this Saturday, Jan. 18. The counter-service eatery on Florida Boulevard near Airline Highway offers a new way for diners to enjoy the brand's rich New Orleans-inspired dishes, while the food truck in Zachary and the Mall of Louisiana kiosk will continue to operate. At the grand opening on Saturday, Jan. 18, the restaurant…

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Style & Home

The charm jewelry trend is taking over the Capital Region

The ’90s called, and they say charm jewelry is back. These dangly pieces are making the move from the racks of Free People and the necks of celebs like Gigi Hadid to the Capital Region. Charm bars are on the rise at local shops and events. From buffet-like selections of pendants, customize the chain of your choice. Grace Robichaux, owner of Designs By Grace Jewelry Co. in the Village at…

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Things to do

This week in Baton Rouge: I Have a Dream Day, an author talk and live music

Learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday Bring the kiddos to Knock Knock Children’s Museum for I Have a Dream Day on Monday, Jan. 20.  This annual educational event honors Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. Attendees can expect special activities centered around service along with reflections on dreams and character.  I Have a Dream Day is from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $15 for non-members, free…

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Our City

Know an inspiring 20-something in Baton Rouge? Nominate them to be featured in ‘225 Magazine’

It's back: 225's second annual Twenty in their 20s issue, a special edition celebrating Baton Rouge’s up-and-coming leaders, creators and difference makers, returns this spring. We are searching for young people who are doing amazing things. Think: an owner of a fast-growing startup or a worker who has already risen to a crucial leadership role at their place of work. Maybe you know someone dedicated to changing the city through community service,…

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