Events
Navigating What’s Next: Spring Webinar Series for Restaurant Leaders
Latest News Navigating What’s Next: Spring Webinar Series for Restaurant Leaders Apr 17, 2026 From workforce policy and global supply chain volatility to talent development, today’s restaurant leaders are navigating a rapidly shifting landscape. The National Restaurant Association is hosting a three-part webinar series this spring to provide timely insights, practical strategies, and clear guidance…
Read MoreStep Into the Spotlight: Apply Now to Compete in the Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off
Latest News Step Into the Spotlight: Apply Now to Compete in the Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off Apr 15, 2026 The Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off (LASCO) is calling on Louisiana Restaurant Association member chefs to take their place on one of the state’s most prestigious culinary stages. Set for June 26, 2026, at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner,…
Read MoreLRAEF Awards $60,000 to Scholars
Latest News LRAEF Awards $60,000 to Scholars Mar 24, 2026 The Louisiana Restaurant Association Education Foundation (LRAEF) is investing in the future of the hospitality industry by awarding $60,000 in scholarships to its 2026 LRAEF Scholars Class. These scholarships provide vital support to Louisiana students pursuing careers in the restaurant, foodservice, tourism, and hospitality sectors.…
Read MoreBayou Culinary Showcase Returns for a Night of Food, Fun & Flavor
Latest News Bayou Culinary Showcase Returns for a Night of Food, Fun & Flavor Mar 23, 2026 Get ready for one of the Bayou Region’s favorite food events! The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) Bayou Chapter will host the 11th Annual Bayou Culinary Showcase on Thursday, April 9, from 6–8:30 p.m. at the Warren J. Harang…
Read MoreChalmette Sweeps Top Honors at Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational
Latest News Chalmette Sweeps Top Honors at Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational Mar 20, 2026 The LRA Education Foundation presented the Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational on March 18-19 at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center. ProStart is a two-year culinary arts and restaurant management curriculum in nearly 71 Louisiana high schools, with 2,200 juniors and seniors…
Read MoreTujague’s Celebrates 170 Years of Creole Tradition
Latest News Tujague’s Celebrates 170 Years of Creole Tradition Mar 4, 2026 On February 20, Tujague’s officially marked its 170th anniversary, honoring nearly two centuries of continuous operation in the heart of the French Quarter. Founded in 1856, the iconic restaurant now enters its 170th year as one of the longest-running dining institutions in the…
Read MoreNew Louisiana Sales Tax Filing System Launches January 2026
Latest News New Louisiana Sales Tax Filing System Launches January 2026 Jan 12, 2026 Louisiana is rolling out a new online state and local sales and use tax filing system, now accessible through Parish E-File. Beginning January 1, 2026, businesses may file using a Combined State and Local Sales Tax Return, which will be used…
Read MoreNRA Unveils 2026 Culinary Forecast
Latest News NRA Unveils 2026 Culinary Forecast Jan 6, 2026 2026 What’s Hot Culinary Forecast from the National Restaurant Association forecasts top menu trends for next year The National Restaurant Association (NRA) released its highly anticipated 2026 What’s Hot Culinary Forecast, highlighting the trends set to shape America’s menus in the coming year. The report,…
Read MoreAn Important Update for Taste of Mardi Gras in 2026
Latest News An Important Update for Taste of Mardi Gras in 2026 Dec 22, 2025 For more than 31 years, Taste of Mardi Gras has been a beloved tradition in Central Louisiana. Year after year, this event has brought our community together to celebrate incredible food, drinks, and entertainment. None of this would be possible…
Read MoreSecond Line in the Sky: Honoring Lives with a Canopy of Remembrance
Latest News Second Line in the Sky: Honoring Lives with a Canopy of Remembrance Nov 20, 2025 Second Line in the Sky is a new temporary memorial and lighting installation spanning the 100–300 blocks of Bourbon Street, created to honor the victims of the January 1, 2025 Bourbon Street attack. Featuring 822 prayer flags suspended…
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