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The French Press, Popular Downtown Lafayette Restaurant Is Expanding Into Former Brick & Spoon Space On Ambassador
The French Press, located at 214 E Vermilion Street in Downtown Lafayette, is expanding its local footprint with a new location inside of the former Brick & Spoon space at 3822 Ambassador Caffery. Around 8:00 PM last night, The French Press dropped a sneaky little doozy about their expansion. And...
Agave Grill & Cantina Coming Soon To Former Lucky’s Fire & Smoke On Johnston & W. Broussard
Agave Cantina & Grill, a well-known local grill and cantina, is coming soon to the former Lucky’s Fire & Smoke space at 6774 Johnston Street. Agave Cantina & Grill, introduced well over a decade ago, is known as a popular destination for many locals in the area. With several locations sprinkled throughout Lafayette, the concept features lunch and dinner typically around live entertainment on its large, spacious patios. The dining area and atmosphere are bright, fun and have been carefully designed for a relaxing vibe and enjoyable dining experience.
New Carencro Police Station Under Construction on N. University Avenue
The Carencro Police Department is constructing a new police station at 5025 North University Avenue. This state-of-the-art facility will be a major upgrade for the department and will provide much-needed space for its officers and staff to serve the community effectively. The new station will consist of a 17,494 square...
Prejean’s Cajun Restaurant in Broussard Opens Today
Prejean’s Cajun Restaurant, the beloved restaurant known for its authentic Cajun cuisine, is officially opening its Broussard location today at 10:30 AM at 209 N. Morgan Street in Broussard, LA. The owners, Tim & Greg Metcalf and business partner Ken Boudreaux, acquired the former Trapp’s Restaurant at 209 N....
Inside Video Tour of the Newly Opened Regional Homes of Lafayette
Regional Homes of Lafayette, a leading dealer of manufactured homes in the Southeast, recently opened their new dealership at 2815 Evangeline Thruway in Lafayette, LA. The new location offers customers a large selection of new homes with competitive pricing options to fit any budget. Additionally, the company offers exclusive floor plans not found elsewhere.
Roy Provost, owner of Parish Forensics, Louisiana Pet Crematory, and Louisiana Funeral Services & Cr
— The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana. The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana’s top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio production & more. They teach students of all ages and styles, they have sent students to college, to compete in major music competitions, and have also premiered on major TV Music contests like American Idol & The Voice. Founded by University of Louisiana at Lafayette music school graduate Tim Benson, the Academy has been voted as a top finalist in the best music school by readers of the Times since 2016 and they have won the national music school of the year award in 2014.
Acadiana Gelsoft, a New Indoor Alternative Sport to Paintball and Airsoft Has Opened in Broussard
Acadiana GelSoft, a new local entertainment business offering a low-impact alternative to paintball and airsoft recently opened for business at 100 Roto Park Drive in Broussard, Louisiana. The sport, known as gelsoft, uses small hydrophilic polymer gellets that are non-toxic, biodegradable, and explode on impact. This means that there is...
Camellia Ponds, a New Business Park is Under Construction on Camellia Blvd in Lafayette
A new 5-acre professional and medical business park, called Camellia Ponds, is currently under construction at 1500 Camellia Boulevard in Lafayette, Louisiana. The park will feature a total of 48,500 square feet of office space and is located on a stretch of highway in Lafayette that is quickly becoming a thriving commercial corridor.
Construction of Tad’s Restaurant Is Officially in Full Swing in Youngsville, Louisiana
In April of 2021, we wrote about the cajun-inspired restaurant, TaD’s, coming soon to Youngsville, LA. Nearing the 2 year mark, TaD’s of Youngsville is knee deep in construction as the bones of the building are just about complete. The skin, guts, and blood of the new restaurant are still a least a couple months away from being realized.
Amber Gregg, owner at 94ft, a Basketball Skill Development Facility (Early 2023)
— The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana. The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana’s top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio production & more. They teach students of all ages and styles, they have sent students to college, to compete in major music competitions, and have also premiered on major TV Music contests like American Idol & The Voice. Founded by University of Louisiana at Lafayette music school graduate Tim Benson, the Academy has been voted as a top finalist in the best music school by readers of the Times since 2016 and they have won the national music school of the year award in 2014.
The Cookie Door, a Local Family-Owned & Operated Cookiery Is Opening Soon in Broussard
The Cookie Door, a family-owned and operated cookiery, is set to open its doors at 728 Albertson’s Parkway in Broussard, LA. Established in 2021 under the home cottage law, The Cookie Door has quickly become a staple in the community through custom orders, pop-ups, and participation in different markets and events.
Construction Has Officially Begun on the New Chick-Fil-a on Johnston & Ridge Road
Construction has officially begun on the new Chick-fil-A location at the corner of 5300 Johnston Street & Ridge Road, across from Time Plaza shopping center in Lafayette, Louisiana. Known for its Grade A chicken, Chick-fil-A has grown to become one of the most sought-after quick-service chicken restaurants in the country,...
The Lodge Pet Resort, an Expansion Project of English Animal Clinic Is Coming Soon to Lafayette
The locally owned and operated English Animal Clinic is expanding their facilities & services with their new Lodge Pet Resort, a new veterinary owned-operated, pet boarding, daycare, and spa facility coming soon at 111 Aymar Rd, next to Walmart on Pinhook Road in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Natalie Cormier, a graduate...
New LifeStorage Facility Is Under Construction in Youngsville Along E. Milton Avenue
A new LifeStorage facility is coming soon at 2761 E Milton Avenue, next door to Daiquiris Supreme in front of Morgan’s Dance Company in Youngsville, Louisiana. This new location will offer the community a wide range of storage options & sizes. It is not yet known how the new LifeStorage facility will be designed, but most of their facilities are equipped with advanced security features such as electronic gate access, surveillance cameras, on-site management, and other features to ensure the safety and security of customers’ belongings.
Ashby Crossing, New Downtown Project in the Works for Former Don’s Seafood Space
A new mixed-use development project, Ashby Crossing, is in the works for the former Don’s Seafood location “The World’s First Cajun Restaurant” at 301 E Vermilion in Downtown Lafayette. The property was acquired by the local development team, Hub City Holdings, in January 2021. See that post (here).
Michele Ezell, Former Owner of Tsunami Restaurant Now Real Estate Expert with Keaty
Live with Michele Ezell, Former Owner of Tsunami Restaurant Now Real Estate Expert with Keaty. We are talking with Michele Ezell, a recovering local restaurant owner. She sold Tsunami after 22 years in business and pivoted into selling real estate. Having served in many capacities over the course of her professional life, including DDA and DLU board member, Chamber board two times, appointed to City Council seat until special election to fill a seat, and she was also an ACA board member. She also graduated the Leadership Lafayette class XXI, was awarded the title James Beard Women Excellence Fellow.
The Yard Goat, a New Large Patio-Style Bar Is Coming Soon to Lafayette, Louisiana
The Yard Goat, a new large patio-style bar, is coming soon to Lafayette, Louisiana at 116 Bertrand Drive, near Moncus Park and UL Lafayette’s Cajun Field. Founded by Herb Dyer and Rusty White, the dynamic duo behind the successful Bulldog bars and Velvet Cactus restaurants, The Yard Goat is modeled after their successful large patio bar in New Orleans, called Wrong Iron, which is built along the Lafitte Greenway and known for its walkable, bikeable, and dog-friendly atmosphere.
Daily Deals, A New Discount Bin Store Is Taking The Former Shoppers Value On University Avenue
A new discount store, Daily Deals, is set to open its doors on 2017 W University Avenue in the former Shoppers Value grocery store. The store concept is built around overstock and discontinued items purchased at a discount from large retailers, which are then sold to customers out of large bin tables. Prices start at $10 per item on Fridays and gradually decrease throughout the week, ending up at a $1 price point on Wednesdays. Thursdays are used for restocking the floor with new merchandise for the following week.
La Espuela Cantina & Grill Coming Soon To Former Picante/Sombrero Space In North Lafayette, Carencro Area
La Espuela Cantina & Grill, a new Mexican restaurant and bar, is coming soon to the former Picante and Sombrero space at 3235 NW Evangeline Thruway in North Lafayette. Founded in 2019 by Jose Rodriguez, this family-owned business started in St. Martinville and is now expanding to the North Lafayette area, bringing with it a warm and welcoming atmosphere and delicious Mexican fare.
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