225 Magazine

12/19/2025

There have been countless memorable athletic achievements in the 20 years since “225” published its first issue. But how many did we see coming? Tap to see a few sports predictions our writers have gotten right over the years. 🐯🏆

From Joe Burrow’s magical 2019 season to Kim Mulkey’s championship run, 225 looks back at two decades of Baton Rouge sports predictions that came true—celebrating the city’s biggest wins and boldest calls.

12/19/2025

Here’s a shoutout to all the parents: You’re doing great.
But if you need to get the kids out of the house, let them socialize with their peers and maybe have a moment to yourself, the Capital Region’s indoor playgrounds and play places could be for you. These spots might be your perfect escape over the holiday break.

This article was originally published in a February 2025 edition of 225 Daily. It has been updated. Here’s a shoutout to all the parents: You’re doing great. But if you need to get the kids out of the house, let them socialize with their peers and maybe have a moment to yourself, the Capital Reg...

12/19/2025

Enjoy a delicious meal this Christmas without preheating an oven, opening a recipe book or washing a dish. Tap to see our list of local spots open on Dec. 25. 🍽️🎅🏼

You can enjoy a delicious meal this Christmas without preheating an oven, opening a recipe book or washing a dish. Whether you’re hosting family or need a holiday escape, you can let one of these local spots take one thing off your plate next week. For a hassle-free holiday, make reservations ahea...

12/19/2025

With loads of decor and themed drink menus, these holiday pop-up bars are making spirits bright.🍹🎄

What’s a better way to get into the holiday spirit than by tasting holiday spirits at holiday pop-ups? A few of the Capital Region’s favorite spots have transformed for Christmas, with decked halls and unique drinks, some coming in collectible cups. Whether you need a place to take out-of-town f...

12/19/2025

New intimate sushi bar Homakase offers curated handrolls, colorful sashimi plates and an array of sake. The restaurant’s specialty handrolls include crispy seaweed, warm rice and premium ingredients inside. 🍣

Tap the link for more about this new sushi spot.

🔗: https://www.225batonrouge.com/food-drink/new-sushi-spot-homakase-brings-curated-handrolls-colorful-sashimi-plates-and-more?utm_campaign=2025_Dec_18-10_54&utm_medium=email&utm_source=225_dine

12/18/2025

Repurpose leftovers with this roast beef po-boy recipe. 🥖😋

While Smothered Pot Roast served on its own has a time and place, my favorite part is repurposing it into an encore meal later in the week: authentic New Orleans-style debris po-boys. They’re a treat my whole family loves—a fun way to repurpose an already delicious dish that requires minimal coo...

12/18/2025

Baton Rouge’s dining scene is booming. 😋🍽️ A number of familiar favorite eateries have relocated or expanded, breathing new life into long-loved staples and welcoming even more residents to pull up a chair.

This past year saw a rise in casual eateries serving bold flavors—from barbecue to modern Mexican—along with a boom in coffee and juice spots and local favorites moving into new spaces.

12/18/2025

NEW SUSHI SPOT 🐟🍣 is a new intimate sushi bar on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard that features curated handrolls, colorful sashimi plates with authentic seafood and an array of sake. Watch to take a look inside and  tap the link in our bio to read more.

12/18/2025

Things to do this weekend in Baton Rouge: 🎅🏼✨
🔸Saturday, Dec. 20: See classic Christmas movies under the stars at the Origin Hotel.
🔸Saturday, Dec. 20: Bring your pups out to the park for the annual Reindog Run.
🔸Saturday, Dec. 20: Attend the ballet with the Cangelosi Dance Projects’ Holiday Nutcracker performance at the Brown-Holt Theatre.

Watch some holiday movies Saturday See Christmas classics under the stars, Saturday, Dec. 20, at the Origin Hotel. Hosting the North Pole Outdoor Movie Night, the Origin Hotel welcomes families out to see The Grinch and Elf under the stars, while also enjoying complimentary popcorn, sweet treats, ho...

12/18/2025

Check out Homakase, a new intimate sushi bar on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard. 🐟🍣 Owner Duy Nguyen was inspired by his at-home omakase experience to open this brick-and-mortar, with a menu of fresh, curated handrolls, sashimi plates and more.

Duy Nguyen was a sushi chef in college, simply because he liked it. Never did he think it would lead to him opening his own restaurant years down the line. Enter Homakase, Nguyen’s new intimate sushi bar on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard. The eatery has been in the works for about a year, and [.....

12/18/2025

Grab the scissors and ready the rolls of tape. We’ve rounded up some holiday wrapping essentials from local brands and shops that are totally elf-approved. 🎁🎄

🔗: https://www.225batonrouge.com/our-city/news-features/where-to-find-pretty-paper-ribbon-and-more-to-make-your-gifts-stand-out-under-the-tree

12/17/2025

The Capital Region’s growing crop of independent bookstores is all about helping to rekindle a sense of community. 📚🎁

And though they each carry a wide range of titles, we think there’s no better place than these to seek out south Louisiana-centric books for holiday gifts this year. Here are a few locally focused titles to look for.

If Santa is seeking out south Louisiana-centric books for holiday gifts this year, here are a few locally focused titles.