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Food & Drink

First Look: Trap Haüs wellness bar opens in Mid City with smoothie bowls, juices and vegan soul food

Trap Haüs opened its newest location last Saturday, May 17, bringing pure juices and smoothie bowls to Mid City. Located at 1300 Government St., in the blocks between Red Stick Social and Interstate 110, the new shop is the brand's third location since opening in 2022, with others in New Roads and on Southern University's campus. Trap Haüs focuses on natural, pure living inspired by owner Terrez Collins’ background as…

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Style & Home

The art of the hunt: Expert tips for estate sale shopping

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. And there’s no better time to shop secondhand for home décor and furnishings than during the spring cleaning season. Whether you’re combing through estate sales or browsing upscale consignment boutiques, Pamela Dixon Clark, a seasoned secondhand stylist and owner of Bloomingdeals Fine Consignments, shares her secrets for sourcing timeless, valuable pieces to elevate any area of your home. Here are Clark’s tips on making…

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Things to do

Things to do this Memorial Day weekend in Baton Rouge: Cajun Country Jam, Jambalaya Festival and more

Sample jambalayas today through Sunday in Gonzales Celebrate jambalaya this Thursday-Sunday, May 22-25, at the Gonzales Jambalaya Festival at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center.  Try award-winning variations of the dish while enjoying family-friendly activities, live music, carnival rides, cooking contests and an array of other food offerings.  Ticket prices vary throughout the weekend. Thursday is free; Friday and Sunday are $5; and Saturday is $10. Parking is free. The Lamar…

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Our City

Where to find sensory accommodations and inclusive offerings around the Capital Region

Baton Rouge museums, organizations and arts groups are working to provide more accommodations for neurodivergent individuals or those with sensory needs. “There’s a need in the community for individuals with disabilities to be included. And in order to be included, they need to have opportunities to participate in activities that interest them. Everybody else has an opportunity to participate in things that interest them. And they have that right, too,”…

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