318 Restaurant Week brings exclusive dining to Shreveport-Bossier
This year, residents will have the opportunity to enjoy some delicious deals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Locals can also take part in a unique one-night-only dining experience that is exclusive to 318 Restaurant Week.
Serena Gray, VP of Marketing & Communications at Visit Shreveport-Bossier, stated that visitors and participants will have the chance to engage with some of the most inspiring chefs and community ambassadors.
Here are the experiences for this year's 318 Restaurant Week:
The Art of Soul with Chef Tootie MorrisonGuests can explore the Art of Soul with three-time Golden Fork winner, Chef Tootie Morrison, at Bossier Arts Council's East Bank Gallery. This immersive experience takes attendees on a journey they can taste, smell, and feel, set to curated sounds designed to move the soul (and the feet). Northwest Louisiana artist Karen LaBeau will create a live painting, offering a unique artistic element to the evening. With a four-course dining experience, guests are encouraged to come hungry. Space is limited.Crafting Pizza Perfection with Flying Heart BrewingAt Flying Heart in Bossier, participants can dive into a fun, hands-on pizza-making experience! They'll learn the art of dough tossing and stretching from expert guides before crafting their own pizza masterpiece. While their creations bake to perfection, they can kick back, enjoy a refreshing salad, and sip on their favorite beverage from the Flying Heart taproom.Family Style Italian Wine Dinner at Ridotto Grand CaféAt the new LIVE! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, diners can indulge in a family-style Italian wine dinner that captures the heart of Italian tradition. This communal experience is all about great food, shared moments, and perfectly paired wines. Guests will enjoy a delicious menu featuring appetizers, pasta, a savory entrée, and a decadent dessert that are all designed to be savored together.Sip & Sear at Fatty Arbuckle'sJoin us for an intimate, 30-person bourbon and steak experience in the heart of downtown Shreveport. We're serving up four curated bourbon tastings—from rare finds to classic favorites—alongside a perfectly grilled steak dinner in the cozy, low-lit atmosphere of Fatty Arbuckle's. Expect a laid-back, two-hour guided tasting with plenty of insight, great company, and smooth pours.318 Trolley-QGet ready to experience Shreveport-Bossier's BBQ scene like never before! Guests can climb aboard the Smokin' Wheels Trolley and embark on a tasty tour of four local BBQ hotspots, where they'll meet the pitmasters and sample their creations. At each stop, they'll indulge in mouth-watering BBQ with perfectly paired sides. This unique trolley tour offers an irresistible taste of authentic Southern BBQ, highlighting the diverse flavors and culinary talents that make BBQ in the 318 area so unique. Don't miss this smokin' hot adventure!A Louisiana Legacy: Orlandeaux's Fish Fry FridayOrlandeaux's Cross Lake Café invites guests to Fish Fry Friday on April 4th, celebrating Creole tradition with a family-friendly gathering. The event will feature a classic fish fry, live zydeco music, and line dancing lessons starting at 5:00 PM. As one of the oldest continuously operating Black-owned family restaurants in the U.S., Orlandeaux's upholds the legacy of Freeman & Harris Café, a cornerstone of African American food culture since 1921. Chef Damien 'Chapeaux' Chapman, a 2024 Louisiana Cookin' Chef to Watch, continues this tradition with family recipes and fresh innovation. Guests will enjoy great food, music, and community.Flames Feast & Flair: A Persian Dinner & Dancing ExperienceImmerse yourself in a captivating evening of Persian culture at Flames Mediterranean Restaurant. The night will begin with an exciting belly dancing lesson from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, learning this ancient art form's graceful movements and mesmerizing rhythms. Following the lesson, indulge in a lavish Persian buffet featuring an array of delectable dishes, including tender kebabs, aromatic stews, and flavorful rice dishes.For more information on the exclusive dining experiences and a full list of restaurants participating in 318 Restaurant Week, visit www.318RestaurantWeek.com or download the app. This will allow diners to view participating restaurants, menus and specials, and purchase tickets for exclusive dining experiences.
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