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WEBBy Laura Furr Mericas October 1, 2024. Ainsley Britain’s entry into motherhood was nothing like she’d expected. The 33-year-old author gave birth to her first child, a girl named Goldie, in January 2022 at Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge. With Goldie’s arrival came all the first-time-mom requisites: middle-of-the-night feedings, endless ...
First Look: SoLou opens in former Rum House space, nudging
WEBMar 11, 2021 · Familiar ingredients from Louisiana’s culinary tableau taken in new directions is the intention behind SoLou, an original concept created by restaurateurs Peter Sclafani, Kiva Guidroz and Michael Boudreaux. It opens Monday, March 15, on Perkins Road in the space formerly occupied by The Rum House. Entering diners are …
Baton Rouge’s top culinary trends in a year that keeps changing
WEBNovember 1, 2021. #225BATONROUGE. Gastronomic trends change seasonally and annually, but lately, the culinary scene is evolving across the country and in Baton Rouge in ways that keep surprising us. It’s not just individual ingredients and preparation methods that are shifting. It’s the dining scene writ large, thanks to the long wake of ...
A guide to Baton Rouge’s growing collection of coffee cafes
WEBOct 5, 2021 · CC’s Coffee House. Around since 1995. This Starbucks-of-south-Louisiana equivalent was the brainchild of Capital City-based Community Coffee, and has grown to include 19 locations in greater Baton Rouge alone. The winner of this year’s Best of 225 award for Coffee Shop Ambiance is a reliable spot for work or socializing.
Glittery local clothing brand Queen of Sparkles is ready for ... - [225]
WEBFeb 14, 2022 · Sweaters, dresses, blazers and skirts—there is almost no article of clothing that entrepreneur Jaime Glas hasn’t thought about embellishing. The Baton Rouge native has built her Queen of Sparkles brand to be fun, glittery and functional for everyday wear. She jazzes up comfy sweatshirts and sweaters with rhinestones, feathers, beads and sequins to create one-of-a-kind...
Upcoming events Archives - [225]
WEBLatest Stories. 225’s October 2024 issue, on stands now, is a guide to sandwiches in the Capital Region; Long before Dancing with the Stars, Brooks Nader grew up on Baton Rouge restaurants and LSU football; Federales Fest returns for year two
See who made Business Report’s Forty Under 40 list this year - [225]
WEBNov 9, 2023 · The Business Report team worked with a panel of community leaders to carefully review more than 500 nominations for 253 individuals to make the difficult decisions in choosing this year’s class. This is the next generation of Baton Rouge leaders, and these honorees are driving transformation in business and the community. See the Business Report’s latest cover package to read more about ...
The hit song “You Are My Sunshine” originated in Baton Rouge
WEBMar 30, 2016 · Despite his successful contributions to Louisiana’s politics and economy, Davis is heralded more for his musical career. On Feb. 4, 1940, he recorded a song—today recognizable to the youngest of ears—called “You Are My Sunshine.”. It became an instant hit. Bing Crosby and Gene Autry both covered the song in 1941, just a year after ...
These Baton Rouge companies are among the fastest growing in
WEBAug 18, 2022 · Thirteen companies from the Greater Baton Rouge area have made this year’s Inc. 5000 list, which highlights the fastest growing companies in the U.S. Of the 5,000 companies listed, the Capital Region’s 13 representatives had a median growth of 146% and a combined revenue of $366 million. The top Baton Rouge company on this year’s...
The Capital Region’s tea rooms are brewing up charm and ... - [225]
WEBSep 5, 2023 · The Capital Region’s tea rooms are brewing up charm and creativity. The Capital Region is home to charming tea rooms that extend an invitation with their welcoming hospitality and fragrant brews. These tea rooms are more than just places to sip on caffeinated drinks; they are oases of calm and, in some …