Gourmet in the Garden

Enjoy local flavors among the blooms and under the stars during this annual dining event held at Burden Museum & Gardens. The evening will include food creations from local restaurants prepared with locally grown products along with samplings of beverages from Louisiana distilleries and local mixologists. It will culminate with presentations of the People’s Choice and Juried Awards. Tickets include samplings of food and cocktails along with live music; all proceeds from this event fund education programs at the Botanic Gardens and the Louisiana Culinary Institute Foundation. $85 before April 16, $100 before April 19; $125 at the gate. 6 pm–9 pm. eventbrite.com. lsu.edu/botanic-gardens.