Episode 61 | Louisiana's Playground Podcast
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Guest Jason Breaux of Run 337, joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisianaโs Playground to discuss the running group's mission and perks of running with friends! Whether you live in SWLA or are just visiting, the walk/run group is always looking for new running partners to explore Lake Charles with. ๐
During the Envie Eats segment, Brady and Jillian visit Orinoco Restaurant! Orinoco is a top choice when craving Latin, Colombian, and Venezuelan food. The female-owned and operated restaurant is passionate and specializes in creating unique dishes that will tantalize your taste buds!
๐งListen here visitlakecharles.org/podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts.
Keep up with co-hosts Brady on Twitter @RenardSports & Jillian on Facebook @JillianCorderKPLC.
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Ready to feast without breaking the bank? ๐ฝ๏ธ Here are participating restaurants serving up ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ฌ ๐ฅ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ง $๐๐ during Chuck Eats Restaurant Week, happening January 17-26! Check out the full list of participating restaurants and menus at chuckeats.org. #ChuckEats #RestaurantWeek #VisitLakeCharles #LouisianasPlayground
Chuck Eats Restaurant Week 2025
Chuck Eats Restaurant Week is BACK! ๐ฝ๏ธ
Get ready to treat your taste buds during Chuck Eats Restaurant Week, happening ๐๐๐ง๐ฎ๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐๐-๐๐! With over 40 restaurants participating, you can savor the best of Southwest Louisiana's local flavor, from Cajun classics to creative cuisine.
๐Check out the full list of restaurants & deals: chuckeats.org
๐๏ธ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐: Donโt miss the special episode of Louisianaโs Playground! Join cohosts Brady and Jillian as they sit down with Candy to dish on all the must-try spots and insider foodie tips for Chuck Eats Restaurant Week. Listen now at visitlakecharles.org/podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts.
#ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles #LouisianasPlayground #RestaurantWeek
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Guest Emily Gordanier, the Sales & Marketing Manager at the Lake Charles Event Center joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisianaโs Playground to discuss the jammed-packed 2025 events calendar at the Event Center! The podcast also touches on the upcoming changes to the property that will expand Lake Charlesโ entertainment options.๐ถ
During the Envie Eats segment, Brady and Jillian visit Prime Butcher & Brasserie! Prime is a Lake Charles gem, offering a sophisticated dining experience. Indulge in expertly prepared prime cuts of beef, fresh seafood, and creative cocktails. The modern ambiance and attentive service create the perfect setting for a memorable meal.
๐งListen here visitlakecharles.org/podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts.
Keep up with co-hosts Brady on Twitter @RenardSports & Jillian on Facebook @JillianCorderKPLC.
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ONE MONTH UNTIL Chuck Eats Restaurant Week !๐
Get ready for a 10-day culinary celebration featuring 35+ businesses in SWLA from January 17โ26, 2025! ๐ฝ๏ธ
Each eatery has created a special fixed-price breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner menus JUST for this event! View menus here and start planning: chuckeats.org
๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ง๐๐๐๐ฃ๐๐ง๐๐ก๐ ๐ฅ๐๐ฆ๐ง๐๐จ๐ฅ๐๐ก๐ง๐ฆ:
121 Artisan Bistro
Area337LC
Asia - L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
Biscuits n Jamz
Blazin' Hot Chicken
Bodega Restaurant & Wine Bar
Bon Temps Bar and Grill at DoubleTree By Hilton
Buffi's Peaux Boys
Casa Manana Tex-Mex
Chart House - Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino
Coffee:30-Lake Charles, LA- College St
Cotten's Downtown
Cousin's Lebanese Cuisine
Crying Eagle Brewing - University
DraftKings Sportsbook Bar & Grill - Golden Nugget
Drago's L'Auberge Lake Charles
Ember Grille and Wine Bar - L'Auberge
Encanto Daiquiris and More
ESPN BET - L'Auberge
Insane Sausages
Johnny Sรกnchez - L'Auberge
Lighthouse Bend
Lulu's Specialty Snocones and More
Luna Bar and Grill Downtown
Luna Bar and Grill South
Mi Tierra
Nina P's Cafe
Orinoco Restaurant
Panorama Music House
Paul's Rib Shack Barbecue & the Bishopofbbq
Pujo Street Cafe
restaurant calla
Rikenjaks Brewing Company Lake Charles
Rotolo's Pizzeria - Lake Charles, La
Salt Revival Oyster Co.
The Bekery, LLC.
The Max Restaurant at National Golf Club of Louisiana
The Terrace Restaurant
Villa Harlequin
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#LIVE: Major Lakefront Development
#VisitLakeCharles
On Friday, December 6, 2024, Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter and partners from ReNew Lake Charles LLC announced a lakefront hotel and state-of-the-art amphitheater.
Private investment group ReNew Lake Charles LLC will build, own, and manage a 154-room Hilton Garden Inn just north of the Lake Charles Event Center. The hotel will be built on property leased from the City.
The hotel will feature a full-service restaurant and lounge overlooking the lake, both of which will be open to hotel and non-hotel guests. The hotel will also feature a second-story pool.
Additional conference and convention center space, designed with the needs of modern meetings and events in mind, will be built and owned by the City of Lake Charles. The hotel paired with the additional conference and convention center space will attract new, regional conventions and conferences that currently bypass Lake Charles due to the antiquated meeting space inside the Lake Charles Event Center, the fact that there is no dedicated convention hotel attached to the Lake Charles Event Center, and the fact that many groups will not or cannot utilize casinos for a variety of reasons.
โReNew will create a modern, first-class experience that will anchor Southwest Louisianaโs future as a capable host destination,โ said ReNew Lake Charles, LLC Managing Member Gene Thibodeaux, retired Chief Judge of the Third Circuit Court of Appeal.
โThe new combined conference space and hotel will be able to host a diverse array of events in a contemporary venue that will accommodate commerce, meetings and banquets here in Lake Charles. No longer will groups have to travel to Lafayette or Beaumont for their events. We can host them right here in Lake Charles and bring activity back to our downtown lakefront,โ expressed Renew Lake Charles, LLC member Keith DuRousseau, owner of Keiland Construction.
โHilton Hotels is pleased to be working with the City of
TUNE IN: Episode 58 of Louisiana's Playground Podcast is LIVE!๐
Guest Mike Buckley, the VP & AGM at Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino - Lake Charles, joins hosts Brady Renard and Jillian Corder KPLC on Louisianaโs Playground to discuss the Nuggetโs 10th anniversary in Lake Charles. The trio discuss the casino resortโs beginnings and upcoming promotions and fun to be had!๐ฐโณ๐
During the Envie Eats segment, Brady and Jillian visit DraftKings Sportsbook Bar & Grill at Golden Nugget! DraftKings offers the premier bar & grill experience with sports betting. Enjoy your favorite menu items and drinks, and place wagers on professional sports with real-time odds, point spreads, and over/unders. The venue boasts more than 12,000 square feet of a first-class sports betting experience including over 3,200 square feet of LED screens to enjoy live games from any angle; nearly 300 lounge seats including VIP viewing areas for comfortable viewing; five ticket cages where customers place bets; 16 video poker machines; 3 blackjack tables; and 30 self-service kiosks throughout the casino.
๐งListen here visitlakecharles.org/podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts.
Keep up with co-hosts Brady on Twitter @RenardSports & Jillian on Facebook @JillianCorderKPLC.
#LouisianasPlayground #EnvieEats #Podcast #VisitLakeCharles #ExploreLouisiana
Episode 57 of Louisiana's Playground Podcast
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Guests Grant and Eloise Kelly, the stars of Say Yes to the Venue, join host Brady Renard on Louisianaโs Playground to revisit the YouTube show and discuss how their Lake Charles wedding exceeded their expectations. ๐
During the Envie Eats segment, Brady and Kathryn Shea visit Dairy Barn Sulphur! ๐ฆ Dairy Barn specializes in old-fashioned burgers, po-boys, fries, onion rings and more that will make your mouth water! Indulge your sweet tooth as it's known for its delicious ice cream and friendly atmosphere. From classic flavors to unique concoctions, there's something for everyone.
๐งListen here visitlakecharles.org/podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts.
Keep up with co-hosts Brady on Twitter @RenardSports & Jillian on Facebook @JillianCorderKPLC.
#LouisianasPlayground #EnvieEats #Podcast #VisitLakeCharles #ExploreLouisiana
Calling all bookworms and coffee lovers!๐โ
Krew's Books & Brews is the newest gem in Lake Charles! This independent cafรฉ and bookstore is your go-to spot for finding your next great read, sipping on locally roasted coffee, or enjoying a packed calendar of creative events.
Dive into their carefully curated book selection, featuring everything from bestsellers to a dedicated section for local authors. Bring the family to check out the childrenโs room, stocked with books, games, and cozy corners for little ones.
Treat yourself to owner Karri Hillโs famous seasonal cheesecakes, or pick up a bag of their exclusive custom roast by The Village Coffeehouse of Sulphur to enjoy at home.
With events like Adult Paint Night, Teen & Young Adult Book Club, Sensory Sunday Pajama Storytime, and Slam Poetry Night, thereโs always something happening at Krewโs Books & Brews. Whether youโre here for the stories, the coffee, or the sense of connection, this is the place where creativity thrives and community grows. โจ
#KrewsBooksAndBrews #VisitLakeCharles #LouisianasPlayground
Kick off your holiday season at the Mistletoe & Moss Holiday Market happening THIS WEEKEND! ๐โจ
Join us at the Lake Charles Event Center from November 15-17 for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience featuring 75+ unique vendors from across Louisiana and beyond. Whether youโre looking for holiday gifts, want to enjoy festive fun, or sip on a cocktail, thereโs something for everyone!
๐๏ธ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ธ๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐:
Saturday, Nov. 16: 10 a.m. โ 6 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 17: 10 a.m. โ 3 p.m.
๐๏ธ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฎ๐น ๐๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ ๐๐ป๐ฐ๐น๐๐ฑ๐ฒ:
๐พPremier Shopping: Get early access and shop crowd-free with champagne and treats!
๐ถSip & Shop: Enjoy local bites, cocktails, and live music!
๐ชSantaโs Workshop: Bring the kids for crafts, cookies, and a special meet-and-greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
๐ซ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ | $12 PRESALE | $15 AT DOOR (Children 8 and under free). More info: www.jllc.net
#MistletoeAndMoss #HolidayMarket #ShopLocal #VisitLakeCharles #HolidayShopping Junior League of Lake Charles, Inc.
Episode 56 of Louisiana's Playground Podcast
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Guest Mathu Premaruban, a London-based communications consultant for Ruban Communication, joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisianaโs Playground to discuss Lake Charlesโ appeal as an international destination. The trio discusses Lake Charlesโ many offerings from the food to the culture and people. ๐โ
During the Envie Eats segment, Brady and Jillian visit Raja's Curry Kitchen & Grill. Raja's serves authentic Desi cuisine with a Mediterranean twist. They donโt make dishes with a 'one sauce fits all' approach. Raja's spices are blended to make each creation unique in flavor and appearance. Only using the freshest ingredients Raja's carefully creates dishes suited to your spiciness and flavor preference.
๐งListen here visitlakecharles.org/podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts.
Keep up with co-hosts Brady on Twitter @RenardSports & Jillian on Facebook @JillianCorderKPLC.
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JJ Grey & Mofro, we know a fishing guide or two! See yโall back soon in Louisianaโs Playground! ๐ฃ๐ถ๐บ Lake Charles Event Center #VisitLakeCharles #JJGrey #LouisianasPlayground
