Food truck Friday … Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans

Trucks and brews: This Friday, head to Tin Roof Brewing Company from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. for the first-ever Food Truck Friday. Baton Rouge’s favorite food trucks will be out in force, ready to provide fresh, delicious food while Tin Roof provides two free samples per person and free brewery tours. Click here for more information.

Sipping stories: The annual Tales of the Cocktail festival in New Orleans happens July 25-28, and brings together the most respected minds on mixology for five days of cocktails, cuisine and culture. This event has something for cocktail professionals and enthusiasts alike with a spirited schedule of seminars, dinners, competitions and tasting rooms where brands showcase their latest products. Online ticket sales end this Friday, so click here to buy yours.