Welcome

Making Baton Rouge children healthy one Fête at a time. Join us for extraordinary events that nourish both body and community.

Our Mission

Culinary for a Cause

Welcome to the Baton Rouge Epicurean Socety! Making Baton Rouge children healthy one Fête at a time. To enrich the culinary culture for the Capital Area Community while raising funds for childhood nutrition initiatives, educational programs, and scholarships.

BRES is a 501(c)3 presented by the best culinary professionals in the capital area including chefs, restaurateurs, food suppliers, and wine purveyors.

Our Next Event

Crawfête

 2026

Sunday, March 22, 2026
 @ 
2:00 pm
45
Days
12
Hours
44
Mins
29
Secs

The Baton Rouge Epicurean Society proudly presents one of our signature Culinary for a Cause Events - Crawfête, an unforgettable culinary event celebrating Louisiana’s love for crawfish, gourmet dishes, and local beverage vendors and distilleries.

Tickets on sale in January 2026

Please contact the Executive Director if you wish to sponsor or purchase a package of tickets.

Moments that matter

Where passion for food meets purpose for community

Impact

Our work speaks volumes

Every event, every dollar, every meal matters in our mission.

Over $1Million

Funds raised for Baton Rouge Charities since 2007

5000+

Children supported annually

4

Events hosted yearly

Impact

Our 4 Goals

Nourish children

Support local nonprofits addressing childhood health, nutrition, and food insecurity within our community.

Celebrate Culture

Advance Baton Rouge’s vibrant food scene by celebrating the art of food and hospitality through premier culinary and wine events, in partnership with local restaurants, food and beverage suppliers, and talented local chefs.

Salut an Epicurean

Annually honor a hospitality leader whose lifelong dedication has made a meaningful impact on the Greater Baton Rouge community.

Building Futures

Provide scholarship funding to individuals pursuing education and careers in the epicurean arts.

Join us and make a difference

Every gathering strengthens our community and supports children in need