Membership
Experience Bocuse d’Or Americas and the Pastry World Cup Americas at the 2026 LRA Showcase
Latest News Experience Bocuse d’Or Americas and the Pastry World Cup Americas at the 2026 LRA Showcase Jul 6, 2026 The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) is proud to partner with New Orleans & Company to welcome two of the world’s most prestigious culinary competitions—the Bocuse d’Or Americas and the Pastry World Cup Americas—to New Orleans…
Read MoreMeet the 2026 LRA Showcase Keynote Speaker: Dr. Shawn DuBravac
Latest News Meet the 2026 LRA Showcase Keynote Speaker: Dr. Shawn DuBravac Jul 6, 2026 The restaurant industry has never stood still. From online ordering and mobile payments to kitchen automation and digital marketing, operators have continually adapted to meet changing consumer expectations. Today, artificial intelligence is driving the next evolution—and it’s happening faster than…
Read MoreLRA Showcase Returns July 25-26 Bringing the Restaurant Industry Together for Innovation, Education and World-Class Culinary Competition
Latest News LRA Showcase Returns July 25-26 Bringing the Restaurant Industry Together for Innovation, Education and World-Class Culinary Competition Jul 6, 2026 The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) will welcome thousands of restaurant and hospitality professionals from across Louisiana and the Gulf South to the 73rd Annual LRA Showcase, July 25-26, 2026, in Hall I of…
Read MoreLouisiana Restaurants Earn Prestigious Wine Spectator Recognition
Latest News Louisiana Restaurants Earn Prestigious Wine Spectator Recognition Jun 30, 2026 Louisiana’s restaurant industry continues to earn national acclaim, with 28 LRA member restaurants receiving honors in Wine Spectator’s 2026 Restaurant Awards. The annual awards recognize restaurants that demonstrate excellence in wine service, thoughtful wine programs and pairings that enhance the guest dining experience.…
Read MoreLRA Clarifies: Restaurants Not Subject to Act 172
Latest News LRA Clarifies: Restaurants Not Subject to Act 172 Jun 30, 2026 Act 172 of the 2026 Regular Session (HB 725) enacted La. R.S. 3:4749.4, requiring retailers to maintain records of seafood purchases for at least six months and authorizing civil penalties for failing to maintain those records or for knowingly creating or submitting…
Read MoreKris Allen Crowned 2026 King of Louisiana Seafood
Latest News Kris Allen Crowned 2026 King of Louisiana Seafood Jun 30, 2026 Chef Kris Allen of Pamplona Tapas Bar & Restaurant in Lafayette was crowned the 2026 King of Louisiana Seafood after capturing the title at the 19th Annual Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off. Allen earned top honors with his crab-stuffed flounder, a dish that showcased…
Read MoreDon’t Let NFL Sunday Ticket Costs Blindside Your Business
Latest News Don’t Let NFL Sunday Ticket Costs Blindside Your Business Jun 19, 2026 For decades, NFL Sunday Ticket has been a game-day staple for sports bars, restaurants, and hospitality venues across the country. Many operators have built their Sunday business around giving fans a place to watch every out-of-market NFL game, all from a…
Read MoreSummer Trends: Webinar Series for Restaurant Leaders
Latest News Summer Trends: Webinar Series for Restaurant Leaders Jun 15, 2026 From THC policies and seasonal economic insights to child labor compliance, restaurant leaders are entering summer with new prospects and new undertenancies. The National Restaurant Association is hosting a three-part webinar series to provide timely insights, practical strategies, and clear guidance on the…
Read More2026 LRA Showcase Attendee Registration Open
Latest News 2026 LRA Showcase Attendee Registration Open May 15, 2026 Where Louisiana Meets the World | July 25–26 | New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center The countdown is on — attendee registration is officially open for the 2026 LRA Showcase, Louisiana’s premier hospitality industry trade show and networking event. Taking place Saturday, July…
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,…
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