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318 Restaurant Week Showcases Exclusive Dining Experiences
Ticketed Culinary Events March 1–7, 2026
Shreveport-Bossier, LA – As part of the 10th anniversary of 318 Restaurant Week, Visit Shreveport-Bossier is spotlighting a week of exclusive, ticketed dining experiences taking place Sunday, March 1 through Saturday, March 7, 2026.
Designed to offer more than a traditional meal, these immersive culinary events connect guests directly with chefs, techniques, global flavors, and hands-on experiences that highlight the creativity of Shreveport-Bossier’s restaurant community.
One of the week’s featured experiences at Bella Fresca has already sold out, reflecting the strong enthusiasm surrounding this milestone year.
Throughout the week, the following exclusive experiences will be offered:
Sunday, March 1 (2–4PM)
Biscuit Baking: Choose Your Own Adventure
A hands-on brunch class where guests will learn to make Shreveport Buttermilk Biscuits from scratch, choose sweet or savory fillings, and enjoy a biscuit brunch with mimosas.
Sunday, March 1 (5–7PM)
Crafting Pizza Perfection with Flying Heart Brewing
A guided pizza-making experience where guests will toss dough, build their own pizza masterpiece, and enjoy pretzel bites with beer or house-made root beer.
Monday, March 2 (7–9:30PM)
DinnerLab: So Sous Me, A Head-To-Head Dining Experience
Chef Blake Jackson and Sous Chef Chelsea Girard-Smith present competing three-course dinners in distinct culinary styles for an interactive tasting event.
Tuesday, March 3 (6–8:30PM) **SOLD OUT**
Mediterranean Odyssey: An 8-Country Dinner Adventure
An immersive eight-course culinary journey featuring wine pairings, a passport-style menu, blind olive oil tasting competition, rolling bread cart, and recipe booklet. Reservations may be made by calling 318-865-6307.
Wednesday, March 4 (6–8:30PM)
Mudbug University: Majoring in Boil, Butter, and Bisque
A hands-on Louisiana cooking class centered around crawfish, including boiling techniques, stock-building, crawfish butter, bisque preparation, and a communal dinner.
Thursday, March 5 (6–8PM)
Heart-Healthy Persian Nights at Flames Mediterranean
An educational and sensory experience focused on eating for longevity, featuring a physician-led Q&A, storytelling tasting menu, and optional cooking demo built around heart-healthy Persian ingredients.
Friday, March 6 (5:30–7:30PM)
Spring into Sweetness: Cotton Candy Burrito Workshop
A family-friendly, interactive event where participants spin their own cotton candy and build a sweet buffet-style creation.
Saturday, March 7 (12–4PM)
Spice & Sparkle: A Deluxe Crawfish Experience
A festive crawfish brunch experience at Fatty Arbuckle’s Pub featuring five pounds of perfectly seasoned crawfish per guest, paired with a lively “Boil & Bubbles” atmosphere for an afternoon of spice and sparkle.
Tickets are available in limited quantities and are expected to sell quickly.
For ticket information, event details, and to explore the full 318 Restaurant Week lineup, visit www.318RestaurantWeek.com, download the 318 restaurant Week app, and follow 318 Restaurant Week on Facebook and Instagram for real-time updates.
Visit Shreveport-Bossier would like to recognize our Chef’s Table Sponsor. Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana continues to play a major role in our hospitality landscape and in elevating community projects like 318 Restaurant Week. In addition to their sponsorship, all of their on-property restaurants will be offering specials throughout the week, further enhancing the celebration.
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Visit Shreveport-Bossier is the official destination marketing organization for Shreveport-Bossier City, Louisiana. The organization promotes the area as a premier destination for leisure travel, meetings, and events, driving economic growth and supporting local businesses. For more information, visit www.VisitShreveportBossier.org.
