Since I posted this review from 4 years ago, we'd like to say that our love of Pontchartrain…read moreVineyards has grown exponentially. *My wife & I had our wedding reception there two years ago in March and we had family & friends flying in and driving in from all over. Many of them are well-traveled and were pleasantly shocked at this gem hidden away in Louisiana horse country. *Thru the Jazz In The Vines events we've met and made many new friends that we jokingly call the Wino Club. *Lincoln and Melissa run an easygoing, friendly operation that greets you with open arms and warm smiles. *Lincoln's love of winemaking shows itself in the quality and accessibility of his wines. We especially love the Grenache. *I don't know how Lincoln does it but he consistently books some top-flight musicians for their Spring and Fall concert series. *In addition to the Spring and Fall concerts, the Wine Club members enjoy excellent benefits like wine & food pairing events and great prices on wines that are already at a bargain price-point. *during the Jazz events, the ladies behind the bar may be busier than hungry alligators at a petting zoo but they will always have time to ask how you are doing, give you a smile and show you how much they appreciate your patronage. Who knows; maybe it's cuz they have eaten my homemade Florida Smoked Fish Dip! So stop back by and let the cares of the world slip away. See you soon!

You'll never mistake Pontchartrain Vineyards' tasting room for one of the distination wineries in…read moreNapa Valley. The building reminded me more of what I would encounter in northern Sonoma, to the west of Healdsburg, or further south in the Paso Robles region. The tasting room is a decent size, although as I was the only visitor at the time, it seemed quite large. Quite a different experience from trying to enter on a Saturday night of a Jazz'n in the Vines concert. There is a patio terrace next to the building which overlooks the vineyard. Since it was a blazing hot June afternoon, I stayed inside rather than sit on the patio. There were seven wines to taste for a modest $5 fee. Four were from sourced grapes (California), two were American/French hybrids grown on the estate and the final was from a native American cultivar, also grown on the estate. All vintages were between 2005 & 2007, except for the recently released Syrah/Cabernet blend which is a 2009. I liked the Roux Saint Louis (a white wine based on the Blanc du Bois grape) as a nice summer wine. The Rouge Militaire is based on the American Cynthiana/Norton (a native red grape). It's a heavier red wine, and still needs a little time to open up. John Seago, the winemaker is often behind the bar, in the tasting room, but was out working the fields on this trip.

Hands down, this is the easiest review I will ever write. With the venue being fairly new, it's…read moretruly a "hidden gem" on the Northshore. I can picture this venue 5 years from now being booked all weekend, every weekend of the year. Our wedding was on October 15, 2022 and we booked the venue in September of the previous year. We toured 6 different venues across New Orleans and the Northshore for our big day. We fell in love with Milićević Farm & Vineyard Venue for so many reasons I can't even count. Most importantly, not a single thing went "wrong" on our wedding day (like everyone was telling us to prepare for). The owners of the venue and coordinators are all so hands on and detail oriented through the whole process. We could tell they truly did care about making sure our day was perfect! Kim and Ivan have created a beautiful, perfectly thought out, one of a kind venue - I would easily say this is the most beautiful wedding ceremony and venue space in Louisiana! Taylor, the Sales Director, was also one of our Day of Coordinators, has now become a friend though the whole process. She is so thoughtful, kind and really makes sure everything goes to plan! The bustle on my dress came undone a few times during the reception (due to how heavy the satin fabric was on my dress), and Taylor was at my side making sure it stayed secured! Laurie was a huge help and also made sure our day was perfect. The bartenders and other day of staff were great. The venue is spacious, so aesthetically pleasing you hardly need any additional decor, and really has every detail you could possibly want. There are multiple options for your ceremony (both inside and outside). The food was amazing and they hosted a beautiful food tasting event prior to our wedding. What makes them different than the other venues we toured and received quotes from? The hospitality, you're able to rent the bridal and groom suite for the entire day, on site bridal and grooms suite with lunch provided, massive wedding guest bathrooms (no lines), two bar locations (also no lines), ability to set up for the reception/ceremony the day before (if there's no wedding), sparkler exit (most venues don't allow), month of wedding coordinator, plenty of onsite parking, rentals and tons of add-on options... I can go on and on. As far as pricing, you pay for what you get! This is a world class facility with phenomenal service and amenities. It's worth it and we couldn't change anything about our day! We received quotes from 10+ wedding venues in South Louisiana and these prices are fair and competitive with similar venues. Our only concern when planning was the distance of the venue from the Covington Hotels. On the wedding day everything was smooth. We had a hotel block at the Courtyard Marriott in Covington and had a shuttle after the wedding for the bridal party and guests to take back. Highly recommend. Low cost and worth no one having to drive 20 minutes back to Covington post wedding. If you're considering, please go tour! THANK YOU MFV for hosting our perfect day!

From the owner: Family vineyard located in Louisianaread more

I attended MSU's 2nd Annual Vineyard Establishment Workshop. What a perfect place to have such an…read moreevent. The presenters spoke to the 30 plus attendees about topics related to growing grapes in Mississippi. The crowd then moved into the surrounding vineyard for a demonstration on proper pruning required for maximum grape production. The owner, Greg Dedeaux, shared all he knew about the vineyard operation and showed us the site of a winery that will complement the already perfect venue. I can't wait.... also plan to You Pick some muscadines in August.

My daughter's wedding was 9/20/2025. An incredible experience. Deaux Run was such a great place…read more Beautiful setting, no traffic noises. The owners are incredible people, worked with my daughter on everything.

Let me tell you about the hidden gem that is Sugarfield Spirits in the Gonzales area. This place…read morehas been delighting locals for nearly four years and is an absolute must-visit spot if you're in the surrounding area. Even if you're from Baton Rouge, it's definitely worth the drive! I have to start by raving about their superb old fashion cocktail. It has instantly become my new favorite, and I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates a well-crafted drink. During my visit, Andrew was working, and is incredibly personable, knowledgeable, and even took the time to give me a quick tour of the brewery. It was evident that he is passionate about what they do. One of the unique aspects of Sugarfield Spirits is that they make their own spirits - it's in the name. If you're looking for something different, they even have a purple vodka that will surely impress your friends when mixing drinks at home. It's always exciting to try something new and locally crafted. The tap room itself is wonderfully designed, featuring old cypress and tall ceilings. Despite its size, it still manages to maintain a comfortable and cozy atmosphere without being overly loud. It's the perfect place to relax and enjoy your drink. What truly sets Sugarfield Spirits apart is its commitment to supporting the local community. By visiting this establishment, you're not only treating yourself to exceptional craft drinks, but you're also contributing to the growth and success of the local community. Thank you, Sugarfield Spirits, for providing such a wonderful experience and delicious drinks. You've truly become my go-to spot, and I can't wait to visit again soon.

Went on a Sunday afternoon and had a really nice time. The owner went out of his way to answer all…read moreof our questions. He was extremely kind and helpful. The atmosphere was very relaxing and welcoming. Several customers brought their pets and the bartender even provided water for the animals. A great place to relax and unwind. Seating was available both inside as well as on the outdoor patio. Parking was available and attached to the building. Area was very safe and comfortable. The customers were very polite as well. Highly recommend.

Great place to try wines before you buy, or just to make your own tasting with friends. You get a…read morecard and you can charge based on size of the pour. You can also pick up a bottle of something you tried and like to take home. The variety is great, and you get a very reasonable, broad range of prices. The space is a little small but during the week it wasn't super crowded. The hostess was excellent in her recommendations and all-around friendly conversation. If I was in the area, this would be my go to place to try and find new wines and pick up interesting bottles.

Such a fun experience! Plenty of options to choose from for all ranges of wine drinkers…read more They do offer charcuterie options. Store associates were super helpful and chatty.

Great wine selection offered my this local, woman owned business. Great taste, great wines at a…read moregreat price point. They infused its Creole and Cajun roots, creating a pool of well-balanced wines that are perfect for any occasion.

First! I stumbled upon this wine on Instagram from a post…read moreby "winemakerdub" in trader Joe's. I'm usually a sweet wine lover but I'm graduating in my taste. This red wine "gumbeaux" is the perfect combination of sweet with the bitter and it isn't DRY! The Rose I thought would be more sweet usually something women love but it was still good. Also it's BLACK WOMAN AND LOCAL OWNED!! I found mines in Rouses so now I definitely have to visit the location for a wine tasting event.

Loved our dinner here!…read more We arrived around 7pm on a Thursday night. They check IDs at the door. You must be 21 or older to set a foot inside. The doorman was super friendly and fast - we had 6 in our group and there were other groups arriving at the same time. The first room that you enter sells wine, beer and charcuterie. You can choose your meats, cheeses and they'll put it on a beautiful platter for you. Then you go outside or upstairs. We wanted to sit down to eat so we sat in the upstairs back room. We ordered our food using the QR code. You have to get your own flatware and water. The chicken with the grits was excellent. Pork chop was okay, not as good as the chicken. There was a live band on the stage in the garden that played only through 9am.

I REALLY wanted to love this place because I've been dying to come here forever. We walked in and…read moreimmediately into a little wine shop, which was super cute and the woman working up front was so nice. So far we're off to a great start. Then we walked into the courtyard which was packed (so like people must love this place i get it). There was finally an open table and we had been waiting for a spot so when the people at a table started getting up, I was literally milliseconds away from sitting down. Enter: an older woman who apparently had been training for the Table Olympics her entire life. She basically TRAMPLED me, threw all her stuff on the table and goes, "Sorry, this is taken." OKAY GRANDMA YOU WIN. I don't want it anymore. She clearly deserved it way more than I did. Absolutely nothing to do with the restaurant, but at this point my evening had already gotten off to a weird start. We headed upstairs to the bar where there were two open seats. There were four of us so two sat and two stood which was fine. Unfortunately, the bartender acted like our presence was personally offensive. We felt so awkward and unwelcome the entire time. BUT...the bread? AMAZING. Carb Queen here. And the bacon wrapped dates were also seriously good. (I loved them so much I have been making them at home, like who would of thought). So I'm torn. The food we had was great, but overall the experience just wasn't what I was hoping for after wanting to come here for so long. Maybe we caught it on an off night because I really do want to give it another shot.

Little Wine Shop is a cute little place nestled among the newest shops in Midtown. They have a…read morebroad selection of wines, and are kind to newbies, like myself. Admittedly, I usually choose the same wines over and over, because I don't like wasting money on a bottle that I won't drink. Little Wine Shop eliminates that drawback to buying wine. You can taste the wine, and the staff are more than happy to point you towards your price point, region, dryness, etc. to help you make an informed decision. Recommended.

From the owner: Boutique retail wine shop with free daily samples, weekend seated educational tastings, private…read moretastings, & the Hub City Wine Club.

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of The Sazarac House! They offer a complementary self-guided…read moreself-paced tour complete with samples of three different cocktails. The Southern Delight cocktail was AMAZING! We learned so much about the history of "The Sazerac" drink and the history of what goes into making it. There were interactive exhibits that were super cool and informative. Highly recommend stopping in for a tour!

Cocktail class taught by Andrew - behind the bar experience…read more Nice class on the basics of cocktail making. You get one full drink to taste and discuss its construction Andrew is very charming and pleasant He seems very comfortable with the topics . Then you get to use a number of ingredients to make your own cocktail Class takes about 1.5 hours and about $50 per person 3 of us took the cocktail making class We were given a Grind Espresso Mapletinni Made a version of an old fashion - mine with rum