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Olivia Deffes

Olivia Deffes

Olivia Deffes started with "225" as an intern during her senior year at LSU, polishing off her part-time gig with her first-ever cover story on Garth Brooks' iconic visit to Tiger Stadium. After graduating, she took a 10-day summer break before starting full time with the magazine as its digital staff writer before taking on the role of digital editor, and now, managing editor. Besides being a journalist, she's a self-proclaimed sweet treat enthusiast and One Direction historian. Find her hunting down celeb interviews, perfecting our social media pages or gabbing about Harry Styles.

Posts by this author:

Deck the house: How local businesses are providing stress-free holiday light installations

Pelican to Mars brings tropical holiday pop-up to Mid City

The year in food: 50+ fresh concepts in the Capital Region

What it’s like inside local kitchens: A convo with culinary entrepreneurs

Breaking down the year’s biggest culinary trends in the Capital Region

December 2024’s calendar of can’t-miss events around Baton Rouge

A guide to White Light Night, with 200+ local makers and the return of a shuttle service Friday

First Look: Luna Cocina brings rooftop views, margarita jello shots and a twist on Mexican fare