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Here, you'll find timely updates, industry insights, and exciting announcements about our association and the vibrant restaurant community we serve. Stay informed about upcoming events, important initiatives, and key developments that impact our industry. We’re thrilled to keep you connected and engaged with the latest happenings in the world of hospitality.
Latest News From THC policies and seasonal economic insights to child labor compliance, restaurant leaders are entering summer with new prospects and new undertenancies. The National Restaurant Association is hosting a three-part webinar series to provide timely insights, practical strategies, and clear guidance on the issues shaping the industry today and tomorrow. Understanding Hemp-Derived THC…
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Latest News When Jeremiah Thomas first stepped into a high school culinary classroom at Istrouma High School in Baton Rouge, he discovered more than a passion for cooking-he found a pathway to a career. Today, the Louisiana ProStart alumnus is pursuing that dream at the New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute (NOCHI), where he recently…
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Latest News Where Louisiana Meets the World | July 25-26 | New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center The countdown is on – attendee registration is officially open for the 2026 LRA Showcase, Louisiana’s premier hospitality industry trade show and networking event. Taking place Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26 from 10 a.m. –…
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Latest News In Louisiana, the law mandates that most employers provide Workers’ Compensation insurance for their employees. This requirement extends to all workers, regardless of their employment status-whether full-time, part-time, seasonal, or even minors. While there are some exceptions, such as domestic employees and certain real estate salespersons, the general rule is clear: if you…
Latest News For 42 years, the LRA Workers’ Comp program has served as the best option for Louisiana’s restaurant and hospitality industry. The renewal process begins in December with the arrival of the renewal packets. For those who have yet to take advantage of this valuable member benefit, now is the perfect time to let…
Latest News When Taylor Swift brings her Eras Tour to New Orleans on October 25, 26, and 27, the city will experience an economic impact as monumental as a weekend packed with three Super Bowls. With 150,000 Swifties expected to descend on the Crescent City-just ahead of Halloween, no less-restaurants, shops, and hotels are preparing…
Latest News Recently, ten seafood restaurants received warning letters from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over misleading advertising practices. These warnings focused on restaurants falsely promoting their seafood as “wild-caught” or “American-sourced” when, in reality, it was farm-raised and imported from foreign sources. This crackdown comes in response to increasing complaints from the U.S. seafood…
Latest News Deadline approaching: Operators required to file information about their beneficial owners-the individuals who ultimately own or control their companies-to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), must report by the end of the year. Restaurant owners with 20 or fewer full-time employees and less than $5M in annual sales will likely need to file. This webinar…
Latest News Restaurants across the U.S. are grappling with rising food and labor costs, and Louisiana operators are facing even greater pressure due to skyrocketing insurance premiums. According to the National Restaurant Association, food costs have surged 29% over the past four years, and labor costs have increased 31%. Together, these two expenses account for…
Latest News The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) strike has come to an end following a tentative agreement between the union and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The strike, which disrupted ports along the East Coast and Gulf Coast, will now see workers returning to their jobs, with ports expected to reopen October 4, 2024. …
Latest News The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene has left many communities in the Gulf Coast of Florida and extending through Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia in urgent need of assistance. While our area was impacted by the storm, the damage pales in comparison to what we’re seeing from our neighbors. The widespread…
Latest News As of midnight on October 1, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) strike is officially in effect, halting operations at key East Coast and Gulf ports. This strike is anticipated to cause significant disruptions in the restaurant supply chain, especially for products like seafood, fresh produce (including bananas), and imported European beverages such as…
Latest News Congratulations to longtime Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) member and passionate advocate of the LRA Workers’ Comp program, Henry L. Coaxum, Jr., on his 40th anniversary as a McDonald’s franchisee! Henry began his journey with McDonald’s as a manager trainee in 1984, rising to become the owner/operator of three restaurants in New Orleans. His…