Top 10 Christmas on the Red Experiences – Shreveport‐Bossier, LA Eating your way through Shreveport‐Bossier Want a tasteful gift for your family and friends? Head to these well‐known spots for great food and unique gifts under one roof. 1. Biscotti’s at Lewis Gifts. Eat. Southern favorites like fried green tomatoes and shrimp and grits, as well as creative sandwiches, salads and paninis. Shop. Candles, keepsakes, clothing, fine art prints, kitchen accessories, and more. 318‐865‐4606. 5807 Youree Dr., Shreveport. www.lewisgifts.com 2. The Chocolate Crocodile. Eat. Hand‐crafted chocolates and fresh confectionary, including chocolate‐dipped strawberries candied apples in dozens of varieties. Shop. Freshly made desserts, including the giant “Monster Croc” candied apples, and other packaged candies for gifts. 318‐742‐3316. Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets, 460 Boardwalk Blvd., Bossier City. www.theChocolateCrocodile.com 3. Ralph & Kacoos. Eat. Feast on Cajun cuisine and seafood platters, as well as salads, steaks and pasta. Shop. Louisiana, Cajun and Mardi Gras gifts and souvenirs in the False River Camp Gift Shop. 318‐747‐6660. 1700 Old Minden Rd., Bossier City. www.RalphandKacoos.com Entertaining your way through Shreveport‐Bossier Whether you have one day or one week, there are plenty of fun things to see and do during the Christmas season in Shreveport‐Bossier. Here are just a few of our most popular annual holiday events: 4. Weekends – Nov. 13‐Dec. 23 ‐ Christmas in Roseland is the signature holiday event in Shreveport‐Bossier. The American Rose Center transforms into a winter wonderland featuring holiday lighted displays, Christmas carolers, giant Christmas cards and photos with Santa. 8877 Jefferson Paige Rd., Shreveport. www.ars.org 5. Dec. 3. ‐ Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival will explode with family fun and entertainment. The festival offers food, live music and the most spectacular fireworks display in north Louisiana. 11425 LA Highway 1, Oil City. www.ChristmasonCaddoFireworks.com. 6. Dec. 10. ‐ The Town of Benton gets festive for the holidays at the Benton Christmas on the Square Festival and Parade. Visitors can enjoy a parade, food booths, live music, children’s entertainment area, photos with Santa and more. Heritage Village Square. 414 Sibley St., Benton. www.BentonChristmasontheSquare.com 7. Dec. 10 ‐ The Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets Tree Lighting Ceremony will feature live music, holiday fun and the lighting of a 30‐foot‐tall Christmas tree at Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets in Bossier City. www.louisianaboardwalk.com. Shreveport‐Bossier, Louisiana www.Shreveport‐Bossier.org 1 Shopping your way through Shreveport‐Bossier There are many places to shop your heart out in Shreveport‐Bossier, but here are a few to get you started: 8. Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets. What you’ll find: Enough shopping to weigh your car down and plenty of dining options. There is a diverse offering of retail outlets including Levi’s, Banana Republic, Carter’s, Nike Factory Store and many more. Restaurants include Copeland’s Cheesecake Bistro, Fuddrucker’s and more. 318‐752‐1455. 540 Boardwalk Blvd., Bossier City. www.LouisianaBoardwalk.com 9. Line Avenue Shopping District. What you’ll find: A five‐mile treasure trove of unique gifts and some of the best in boutique shopping with more than 75 boutiques, antique stores, speciality shopping, shoe stores and more throughout neighborhood shopping centers such as Pierremont Mall, Towne Oak Square and Uptown Shopping Center. Line Avenue. Shreveport. 10. Les Boutiques de Noel. What you’ll find: A holiday extravaganza of retailers offering shoes, holiday and home décor, kitchen accessories, food items, clothing, furniture and more. Nov. 17‐19. Bossier Civic Center, 620 Benton Rd., Bossier City. www.LesBoutiquesdeNoel.com For a complete list of things to see and do in Shreveport‐Bossier during the holidays visit www.SBFunGuide.com. To request a Holly Jolly Handbook or the Official Shreveport‐Bossier Visitors’ Guide call 800‐551‐8682 or visit www.Shreveport‐Bossier.org. Shreveport‐Bossier, Louisiana www.Shreveport‐Bossier.org 2