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2026

Fête Rouge

Thursday, August 27, 2026  |  6pm - 10pm
L’Auberge Casino & Resort – Grand Ballroom
777 L’Auberge Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 215-7777

An Unforgettable Night of Culinary Excellence & Fine Wine

Join us for Fête Rouge, Baton Rouge’s premier food and wine event, an extraordinary evening where top chefs compete for the title of Best Dish, paired with an exceptional tasting experience featuring 30+ restaurant creations and 250+ world-class wines from around the globe.

Sample unforgettable bites from some of the region’s most celebrated culinary talent, discover new favorites, and watch the competition unfold as chefs battle for the ultimate honor: Best Dish in Baton Rouge. Whether you’re a dedicated foodie, wine enthusiast, or simply looking for a vibrant night out, Fête Rouge delivers a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss. The Baton Rouge Epicurean Society presents it's annual culinary celebration, Fête Rouge, taking place Thursday, August 27, 2026, at L’Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge. A Tasting and Competition of Wine and Food.

Tickets are limited—and prices increase as the event approaches.
$85 — June 8 to July 31
$100 — August 1 to August 23
$125 — August 24 to August 27 (Sales end at 5:00 PM event day)
No tickets will be sold at the door

All proceeds benefit the Baton Rouge Epicurean Society’s mission to enrich the culinary culture of the Capital Area while raising funds for childhood nutrition and health initiatives, educational programs, and scholarships.

Details

The Fête That
Started it All

Known as one of Baton Rouge’s premier food and wine events, Fête Rouge brings together over 25 top restaurants and over 200 wines from around the world for an unforgettable evening of flavor, craftsmanship, and community spirit. Guests will enjoy culinary dishes, wine tastings, a wine pull plus a live DJ while supporting the Baton Rouge Epicurean Society’s mission of funding childhood nutrition and culinary education initiatives in the Baton Rouge Area. 

FAQs

Learn General Info below!
What can I wear to the Event?

Dressy casual — think summer date night or ladies’ night out. Stylish, comfortable, and festive.

AWARDS

Past Winners

Browse our current and past Fête Rouge winners to see the incredible culinary talent that has graced our competition over the years. From best in show to category winners in seafood, meat, dessert, and Louisiana flavor, these chefs represent the best of Baton Rouge's dining scene.

2025

Best of Show

Patrick Trahan
Ruffino's
Blue Crab Gnocchi
Louisiana Flavor
1st
Jon Jackson
LSU Dining
Jalapeno Relish Chicken Liver
2nd
Nick Jarreau
LA Crave-A-Ball
Fried Shrimp Au Gratin Ball
3rd
Hamilton Haverkamp
Bacon & Fig
Smoked Stuffed Pepper Popper
Best Meat
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Best Seafood
2nd
Needhi Patel
Spice Affair Supper Club
Meen Korma
3rd
Blake Robinson
Mansur's
Everything but the Bagel
Best Dessert
1st
Mary Frances Daniel
Bacon & Fig
Orange Chocolate Cake Shooter
2nd
Savannah Casey
CCLA
Coffee Entremet
3rd
SaMadelyn Schmidt Burr
Eloise
Bourbon King
Best Wine
1st
Brotte Creation Grosset
Rhône 2022 (France)
2nd
Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley 2021
3rd
Mouton Noir “In Sheep’s Clothing”
Oregon 2023

2023

Best of Show

Chad Matrana
Ruffino's Restaurant
Louisiana Flavor
1st
Patrick Trahan
The Gregory
2nd
Darrell Harris
Southern Fusion Catering
3rd
Austin Russell
SoLou
Best Meat
1st
Jason Hebert
Tallulah
2nd
Van Pellegrin
City Pork
3rd
Barrett Meeks
Mansurs on the Boulevard
Best Seafood
1st
Chad Matrana
Ruffino's Restaurant
2nd
Nicolas Palmer
Beausoleil Coastal Cuisine
3rd
Frederic Terluin
Rouj Creole
Best Dessert
1st
Savannah Casey
Jubans
2nd
Barrett Meeks
Mansurs on the Boulevard
3rd
Taylor Francies
Houmas House Plantation

2021

Best of Show

Reid Henderson
Tsunami
Louisiana Flavor
1st
Eric Sibley
18 Steak
2nd
Frederick Terluin
SoLou
3rd
Joshua Hebert
Roux 61
Best Meat
1st
Reid Henderson
Tsunami
2nd
Scott Dardenne
City Pork Highland
3rd
Jesus Arguelles
Red Lotus L'Auberge
Best Seafood
1st
Kyle Hudson
Beausoleil
2nd
Aaron Langlois
Houmas House
Best Dessert
1st
Savannah Casey
Ruffinos
2nd
Daniel Cane
Walk Ons

2019

Best of Show

Darrell Harris
Southern Fusion Catering
Louisiana Flavor
1st
Shawn Henderson
Renaissance Hotel
2nd
Jonathan Breaux
The Overpass Merchant
3rd
Theresa Albornoz
Gov't Taco
Best Meat
1st
Darrell Harris
Southern Fusion Catering
2nd
Rey Atlas Bey
City Pork Jefferson Brasserie & Bar
3rd
Daniel Santana
Bin 77
Best Seafood
1st
Maddie Martin
Houmas House
2nd
Joshua Hebert
Roux 61
3rd
Nate Rouse
The Francis
Best Dessert
1st
Leroy Harrison Jr.
Culinary Excellence
2nd
Janel Rucker
French Market Bistro

2017

Best of Show

Tracy Nguyen
Tsunami
Yellowtail sashimi tacos

People's Choice

Collin Fontenot
Galatoire's Bistro
Pan-seared Scallops
Best Soup
Gold
Scott Varnadoe
Lava Cantina
Silver
Mary Fouchaux
MJ's Cafe
Bronze
Kade Ferache
Juban's Restaurant
Best Salad
Gold
Jourdan Fulbright
Cocha
Silver
Celeste Gill
Celeste Bistro
Bronze
Y'zell Williamson
Capitol City Grill
Best Seafood
Gold
Tracy Nguyen
Tsunami
Silver
Collin Fontenot
Galatoire's Bistro
Bronze
Mark Reilly
Stroube's Steakhouse
Best Meat
Gold
Caleb Meloncon
French Market Bistro
Silver
Danny Santana
Bin 77
Bronze
Colt Patin
Louisiana Culinary Institute
Louisiana Flavor
Gold
Chris Motto
Mansurs on the Boulevard
Silver
Jared Tees
18 Steak
Bronze
Kelley McCann
Kalurah Street Grill
Best Dessert
Gold
Allie Bookman
Cupcake Allie
Silver
Janel Rucker
French Market Bistro
Bronze
Kaila Kay
Kalurah Street Grill

2016

Best of Show

Scott Plauche
Velvet Cactus
Yuzu Marinated Ceviche
Best Seafood
Gold
Scott Plauche
Velvet Cactus
Silver
Tracy Nguyen
Tsunami
Bronze
Ryan Andre
City Pork
Best Meat
Gold
Borivane Khemmanyvong
French Market
Silver
Colt Patin
Culinary Institute
Bronze
John Lundin & Dustin DiBenedetto
Bistro Byronz
Best Dessert
Gold
Don Bergeron
Bergeron's City Market
Silver
Janel Rucker
French Market Bistro
Bronze
Elizabeth McKinley
City Pork

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