Magnolia Pantry, Downtown Lafayette’s newest eatery, officially opened its doors, signifying the owner’s mission to serve the community.
As the end of August nears, and Labor Day weekend is upon us, city officials and members of the community joined Magnolia Pantry owners Korey Champagne and Alexis Badon for the restaurant’s official grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025.
Magnolia Pantry has opened its doors as the result of a merger between two familiar local names — Acadian Slice Pies, known for its handmade pies, and Magnolia Moon, a small-batch organic herbal tea business. The new venture offers a wide range of treats, from sweet and savory pies to lavender lemonades, organic cotton candy, snow cones, house-made ice cream, specialty coffees and even a cocktail menu…