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First Look: Spanish Town’s iconic corner grocery reopens this week as Spanish Town Market and Cofe

By Maggie Heyn Richardson April 3, 2025

One of the most iconic corner grocery stores in Baton Rouge returned under new management Tuesday, April 1. Currently in a soft opening phase, the newly christened Spanish Town Market and Cofe is run by Horatio Isadore, whose now-closed concept, Southern Cofe, operated in the Main Street Market and on Scotland Avenue. Isadore also previously ran coffee shops on the Southern University campus and in Alexandria, Louisiana. “I’ve always loved this…

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…

Things to do this week in Baton Rouge: Live music, comedy and more events

By Madison Cooper April 7, 2025

Attend a seasonal farmers market Tuesday The Red Stick Farmers Market's Tuesday market returns Tuesday, April 8, for the season. Head over to the Main Library at Goodwood on Tuesdays to stock up on pantry staples.  The market will host a group of farmers and food artisans, and guests can browse local fresh fruits and veggies, breads, garden plants, prepared foods, cold-pressed juices and more. Expect cooking demonstrations, kids’ activities…

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…