Holiday Party Venue Rental in Baton Rouge: Tips for This Year’s Celebration

Charlie Ruffolo • October 30, 2018

That time of the year is quickly approaching. The time when the temperature finally drops, lights and decorations come out of the attic, and Elf and Christmas Vacation seem to play on a loop. It’s been said, and sang, that this is the most wonderful time of the year, it’s also time to start planning your annual holiday party. Whether it’s for your business, an organization, or simply a gathering of friends and family, the venue you choose can make all of the difference in the world.


You have several options when it comes to deciding where to host your event. A restaurant, at the office, at your home. While they each offer a level of comfort and convenience, they also all come with varying degrees of disruption. Even in a banquet room at a restaurant, you’ll lack the intimacy of a private event. The office doesn’t offer a change of scenery. Using your home adds another level of stress. This is why a private venue is the ideal place for your next holiday party.


Louisiana Culinary Institute is a culinary epicenter that features a state-of-the-art facility with the resources, experience, and expertise available to provide you with a customized event. With a variety of multi-use rooms, this year’s holiday celebration can be one your guests won’t soon forget. This space includes:

  • 3 demonstration labs
  • 2 baking and pastry labs
  • A full-service kitchen
  • A dining room that can seat 130 guests
  • An amphitheater


These areas along with a professional staff and catering services can create a one-of-a-kind holiday experience for you and your guests.

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