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February 5, 2026

Baton Rouge Epicurean Society Donates $120,000 to Local Childhood Charities

BATON ROUGE, La. — February 2, 2026 — The Baton Rouge Epicurean Society (BRES) presented 7 local nonprofit children's charities with more than $120,000 in donations Monday, made possible through funds raised from its 2025 culinary fundraising events and the generous support of community sponsors.‍The donations represent the culmination of BRES’s 2025 “culinary for a cause” events, including Crawfête, Fête Rouge, and the annual Awards Dinner.

December 11, 2025

2026 Grace “Mama” Marino Lifetime Achievement Award Dinner Honoree

Baton Rouge Epicurean Society Announces Ruffin Rodrigue as the 2026 Grace “Mama” Marino Lifetime Achievement Award Dinner Honoree

December 4, 2025

2026 Sponsorship Packets Now Available!

Invest in Culinary for a Cause! Baton Rouge Epicurean Society sponsor packets are now available for 2026 events like Crawfete and Fête Rouge to support local charities and childhood nutrition.

November 3, 2025

Now Announcing Crawfête for 2026

The Baton Rouge Epicurean Society presents Crawfête 2026: March 22nd. Enjoy crawfish, gourmet dishes, and drinks for our Culinary for a Cause mission.

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