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Benjamin Leger

Benjamin Leger

Benjamin Leger previously served as managing editor for 225 and was the editor of its Taste section from 2012 to 2021, editing, writing and steering the direction of its food coverage in print and online. He is passionate about all things food and food journalism, and has written about the greater Baton Rouge area’s cuisine and culture for nearly two decades.

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Warmer winter and rains in south Louisiana push crawfish season into high gear

How to navigate the natural wine trend

Where to watch the Super Bowl this Sunday in Baton Rouge

Navigating ‘Dry January’ at restaurants and bars in south Louisiana

Is the term ‘plant-based’ starting to lose its meaning in Baton Rouge?

Where to watch the LSU championship game in Baton Rouge on Monday

Is New Orleans no longer America’s best food city? The L.A. Times thinks so

Check out photos of Rotary Club’s long-awaited sculpture on the downtown riverfront