On the 1st weekend in December each year, the town of St. Francisville does its annual Christmas tree lighting followed by a weekend of Christmas events. Some of these events include: scavenger hunts, live nativity, live music, food trucks, home tours, breakfast with Santa, a parade, as well as special Christmas-themed events at the local historical sites and special deals in the local shops.
If you love local shops and events, then this is something definitely worth checking out.
We will update the website with the exact shcedule and how to purchase tickets as soon as it becomes available!
As Baton Rouge is capital city, it is full of rich history.
You can visit the Old Louisiana State Capitol and other Capital City landmarks!
Open on Saturdays from 9am-3pm Saturdays.
On this Historic Baton Rouge Self Guided Location Aware Audio Walking tour you will see Baton Rogue’s historic gems, historic spots and discover it's story. Go at your own pace, anytime.
On the tour you’ll see
the old Governor’s Mansion,
The old state capital
You'll walk along the Mississippi,
the Red Stick statue,
The best local place to each Cajun food,
The Kress Building - civil rights historic spots
The State Capital
St. Joe's
The Capital Gardens
The Huey Long Statue
The Hebe statue
And more!
And and you'll hear the city’s history, secrets, the story of the swamp blues, the history of the Canadians that became raging Cajuns, Mark Twain’s feelings of the city, the little white house, the castle and so much more.
Only $6.50 per person and all that is required is your charged smart phone!
The tour starts at the Old Governor’s mansion.
Visit LSU's beautiful campus. Walk around to see where Cassie went to law school- modeled after the US Supreme Court building! Walk down to see famous Tiger Stadium and check if Mike the Tiger is outside!
Sushi
-Tsunami, located downtown, in a high rise overlooking Mississippi River
https://batonrouge.servingsushi.com/
Burgers
-Curbside, located on Government St.
https://www.curbsideburgers.com/
Mexican
-Superior Grill, located on Government St,, known for their frozen margaritas and queso
https://batonrouge.superiorgrill.com/
-Barracuda Tacos, located in Mid City, outdoor seating in a garden center and serving single traditional tacos
Bars/Bar Food
-Mid City Beer Garden, located in Mid City, 50+ beers on tap
https://www.midcitybeergarden.com/
-The Radio Bar, located downtown Baton Rouge
https://www.facebook.com/theradiobar
-Walk-Ons, a Louisiana chain sports bar with po-boys and other bar food
Kenny and Cassie Favorites
-Elsie's Plate and Pie, located in Mid City, a Baton Rouge favorite serving brunch, lunch, dinner with omre traditionl cajun dishes
-Hannah Q Smokehouse, located in Mid City, casual joint with delicious BBQ and even more delicious side options
https://www.hannahqsmokehouse.com/
-The Chimes, located near LSU's campus, an LSU classic, anytime people are visiting from out of town we bring them here. Great bar menu, jambalaya, po-boys, sandwhiches, and even oysters.
-The Little Village, located in downtown Baton Rouge, a more upscale Italian restaurant with delicious cocktails and food
https://www.littlevillagebr.com/
Breakfast/Coffee
-Coffee Call, located on College Dr., serving fresh beignets and coffee. A must try if you've never had a real beignet
https://coffeecallbatonrouge.com/
-French Truck Coffee, located in Mid City, Baton Rouge favorite serving breakfast, baked goods, and delicious hot and iced coffee
https://www.frenchtruckcoffee.com/
-Olive or Twist, located on Perkins Rd., one of Cassie's favorites with a bottomless flavored mimosas option
https://www.oliveortwistbr.com/