Baton Rouge's #1 lifestyle magazine since 2005

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:

Inside The Patio Tex-Mex Fusion, with Asian-inspired dishes and modern dining areas

Baton Rouge manicure guide: Decoding trends, services and more

2024 Best of 225 Awards: People & Entertainment

Here’s how local restaurants are responding to social pressures in the days of TikTok and Instagram

July 2024’s calendar of can’t-miss events in the Capital Region

Hot dog! 12+ spots to find feast-worthy franks this summer in the Capital Region

Where to find trendy cold foam in coffee, tea and alcoholic drinks around Baton Rouge

Yalonda Short’s years as a teacher, mom and veteran have prepared her for her new role at The Emerge School