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Here, you'll find timely updates, industry insights, and exciting announcements about our association and the vibrant restaurant community we serve. Stay informed about upcoming events, important initiatives, and key developments that impact our industry. We’re thrilled to keep you connected and engaged with the latest happenings in the world of hospitality.

Think Before You Trust: Cybersecurity Tips for Business Owners

By tnorris95 | August 19, 2025 | Comments Off on Think Before You Trust: Cybersecurity Tips for Business Owners

Latest News In today’s digital world, small businesses are always looking for ways to gain visibility. Media coverage can be a powerful growth tool, but it also creates opportunities for scammers. Recently, Lauren Haydel, owner of Fleurty Girl boutiques in New Orleans, Metairie, and Bay St. Louis, shared her close call with such a scam.…

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Louisiana Restaurants Saved by Social Media Outcry

By tnorris95 | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Louisiana Restaurants Saved by Social Media Outcry

Latest News Across the country, restaurants are facing unprecedented challenges: skyrocketing food costs, higher rent, staffing shortages, and shifting customer habits. For some, these pressures have meant permanent closure. For others, the turning point came not from a bank loan or investor-but from a flood of social media posts. One striking national example came from…

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NRA Raises Alarm Over New Tariffs on Food and Beverages

By tnorris95 | August 6, 2025 | Comments Off on NRA Raises Alarm Over New Tariffs on Food and Beverages

Latest News The Trump Administration’s recent announcement of new tariffs on food and beverage imports is drawing serious concern from the restaurant industry. These changes, which go into effect this month, are expected to raise the cost of key ingredients-potentially impacting everything from coffee and wine to burgers and beef. With wholesale food prices already…

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Hurricane Preparedness: Essential Tips for Restaurants

By wwaren@lra.org | September 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Hurricane Preparedness: Essential Tips for Restaurants

Latest News As hurricane season intensifies, restaurant owners must be proactive in protecting their businesses, employees, and customers. Hurricanes can bring winds exceeding 180 mph and cause widespread destruction, so being prepared is critical to minimizing risks. The National Restaurant Association’s Always Ready: Natural Disasters guide offers practical steps to safeguard your establishment. Start by…

NFSM Week 2: Stories from the Frontlines

By wwaren@lra.org | September 9, 2024 | Comments Off on NFSM Week 2: Stories from the Frontlines

Latest News Behind the Kitchen Door: Stories from the Frontlines Welcome back to National Food Safety Month 2024! Last week, we explored the pathogens that most commonly cause foodborne disease in the United States. This week, we’re taking a closer look at what goes on behind the scenes of a foodborne illness outbreak. But there’s another…

NFSM Week 1: What is a Foodborne Illness?

By wwaren@lra.org | September 5, 2024 | Comments Off on NFSM Week 1: What is a Foodborne Illness?
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Latest News Millions of Americans experience food poisoning each year, suffering symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, and cramps. In some cases, those symptoms aren’t just disruptive – they’re life-threatening.   That’s why, to kick off National Food Safety Month 2024, we’re focusing on some of the most common culprits behind foodborne illnesses. While food can become…

Get Smart About Foodborne Illness with ServSafe

By wwaren@lra.org | September 5, 2024 | Comments Off on Get Smart About Foodborne Illness with ServSafe
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Latest News Each year in September for National Food Safety Month, we dive into a new food safety topic, and this year we’re focusing on understanding, managing, and preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. According to the CDC, more than half of all U.S. foodborne outbreaks are associated with restaurants and other foodservice institutions. National food and health…

10th Annual Bayou Culinary Showcase Features Special Guest DJ Rhett and the Cajun Ninja

By wwaren@lra.org | September 3, 2024 | Comments Off on 10th Annual Bayou Culinary Showcase Features Special Guest DJ Rhett and the Cajun Ninja
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Latest News Are you ready for a night of culinary excellence, local entertainment, and community spirit? Join us on Thursday, September 12, 2024, in Gray, Louisiana, for the 10th Annual Bayou Culinary Showcase, proudly presented by Explore Houma and B&G Foods. This highly anticipated event, hosted by the Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA), is set to…

U.S. Court of Appeals Overturns 2021 Amendments to Dual Jobs Regulation

By wwaren@lra.org | August 29, 2024 | Comments Off on U.S. Court of Appeals Overturns 2021 Amendments to Dual Jobs Regulation
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Latest News U.S. Court of Appeals Overturns 2021 Amendments to Dual Jobs Regulation What Happened In a significant win for restaurant operators, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on August 23 to nullify the U.S. Department of Labor’s 2021 Final Rule amending the “Dual Jobs” regulation. The court agreed with the Restaurant Law Center…

Recycle Your Restaurant’s Oyster Shells: A Win-Win for Coastal Louisiana

By wwaren@lra.org | August 29, 2024 | Comments Off on Recycle Your Restaurant’s Oyster Shells: A Win-Win for Coastal Louisiana
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Latest News Louisiana’s rich oyster tradition isn’t just about delicious cuisine-it’s also about preserving our fragile coastline. Since 2014, the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana’s (CRCL) Oyster Shell Recycling Program (OSRP) has played a critical role in this effort. By recycling oyster shells, restaurants can help restore vital oyster reefs that protect our coastlines from…

Where Industry Meets University: City Hospitality Group & LSU Partner on New Restaurant Management Program

By wwaren@lra.org | August 28, 2024 | Comments Off on Where Industry Meets University: City Hospitality Group & LSU Partner on New Restaurant Management Program

Latest News Baton Rouge is gaining a newfound respect for its elevated culinary offerings, with concept restaurants like those under City Group Hospitality (CGH) leading the charge. Now, a groundbreaking partnership between industry and academia is set to further elevate the region’s foodservice sector. This fall, the Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) proudly supports the launch…

U.S. Dept. of Labor Overtime Rule Update

By wwaren@lra.org | August 22, 2024 | Comments Off on U.S. Dept. of Labor Overtime Rule Update
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Latest News On June 28, we learned that the U.S. District Court in Texas issued a limited temporary restraining order regarding the first phase of the DOL Overtime Rule that takes effect today, July 1, 2024. This decision temporarily exempts ONLY the State of Texas from the rule’s implementation. However, businesses in Louisiana (and nationwide) will…

FTC Cracks Down on Franchise Agreements: New Guidelines on Hidden Fees and Non-Disparagement Clauses

By wwaren@lra.org | August 22, 2024 | Comments Off on FTC Cracks Down on Franchise Agreements: New Guidelines on Hidden Fees and Non-Disparagement Clauses
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Latest News FTC Continues to Target Franchisors, Issues New Guidance On Friday, July 19, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took significant actions targeting franchisors, addressing concerns about hidden fees and non-disparagement clauses in franchise agreements. These recent announcements include: New FTC Guidance for Franchisors Ban on Hidden Fees: The FTC has issued guidance stating…

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