In the know
Espresso martinis are staying on the menu at The Plantry Cafe, 5454 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge, made with espresso, vodka, vanilla, oat milk and cacao.
Iverstine Farms Butcher, 7731 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, has applied for an alcoholic beverage permit. Stay tuned for more details.
Every Wednesday night, Bistro Byronz, 515 Mouton St. and 8200 Village Plaza Court, Baton Rouge, hosts burger night with a $5, $8 and $12 hamburger specials. From the classic single patty burger to a tomato basil turkey burger, there is always something to try.
Mother's Day disco brunch: noon Sunday, May 12, at DIY Disco, 3101 Government St., Baton Rouge
Celebrate mom with crafts, cocktails and quality time at DIY Disco, which has partnered with Counterspace BR to offer brunch in a box. Create any craft on the menu and enjoy bottomless mimosas or two cocktails/mocktails. Tickets are $65, available for purchase at www.diydiscobr.com.
Bistro Byronz: Bistro Byronz has a special $5 burger on Wednesdays that is not only a bargain, it's tasty, too. Additionally, the restaurant has other Wednesday burger specials.
New food and drinks on the block
Jubans, 3739 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, is launching a new menu to commemorate the opening of the restaurant in 1983, with each meal priced at $19.83. The menu includes a marinated seafood salad with shrimp, crawfish, crab, smoked tomato, cucumber avocado and sensation dressing; filet meatloaf with house-ground filet, mashed potatoes, roasted pepper ring and mushroom demi-glace and more.
Rocca Pizzeria, 3897 Government St., Baton Rouge, announced the first course on the new summer menu: burrata and heirloom tomatoes made with Trebbiano grape reduction, pignoli, basil, lemon zest and virgin olive oil.
Jed's Local, 672 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, introduced the April po-boy of the month. For every order of the pulled pork po-boy — made with slow beer-braised pork shoulder, fib barbecue sauce, cheddar cheese, coleslaw and crispy onion rings — Jed's will donate $1 to Cat Haven Baton Rouge.
Jed's Local, 672 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, introduced the May po-boy of the month. For every order of the pulled pork po-boy — made with slow beer-braised pork shoulder, fig barbecue sauce, cheddar cheese, coleslaw and crispy onion rings — Jed's will donate $1 to Cat Haven Baton Rouge.
Wine and spirits
'80s prom night: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, May 10, at Martin's, 6463 Moss Side Lane, Baton Rouge
It's totally rad. Step back in time for an evening of music, dancing, food and fine wine for the ultimate '80s prom night. Come in your best prom attire and enjoy the tasting lineup, which includes Adriano Adami Prosecco Garbel Brut Treviso, Twin Vines Vinho Verde 2022, Verraco Ridge Chardonnay 2019 and more.
Tickets start at $15, available for purchase at eventbrite.com.
Tiki Time: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at The Tipsy Librarian, 7450 Jefferson Highway
Throw on your flip-flops and head to The Tipsy Librarian to nourish that inner beach bum. Enjoy three vacations in a glass to kick off summer: PKNY, Fog Cutter and Zombie. Tickets are $100, available for purchase at thetipsylibrarian.com. Guests should arrive 10-15 minutes early. Must be over 21 to attend.
Mark your calendar
Local Pop-Up Market: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 25, at Electric Depot, 1509 Government St., Baton Rouge
Join local makers and food vendors for May's Local Pop-Up Market at Electric Depot, which will also include a book swap.
A Taste of Fresh Food fest: Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 26, at 1955 Dallas Drive, Baton Rouge
Explore nonmeat dishes and treats at this street food festival for vegetarians, vegans, veg-curious and those who love fresh, local dishes and offerings. The event is free to attend, but tickets must be purchased at www.atasteoffresh.com.
Food adds so much to the equation of living well. It can be all the things — luxurious, cheap, communal, intimate, simple and complex. In Baton Rouge, the culinary scene ranges the complete spectrum of senses.
This weekly space brings you insider foodie news, helpful tips and details of food/wine events for all of your bon vivant aspirations. Email Lauren Cheramie with food news at lauren.cheramie@theadvocate.com.