Party Hearty: A Cajun Guide to Charcuterie Boards

May 13, 2025 | Education

Cajun country is a land of big appetites, but perhaps the biggest appetite of all is the one for parties. Cajuns (and Louisianans in general) rarely need an excuse to gather their friends and family to enjoy good food, good drink and good company. For such gatherings,...

Fests, Fun & Food: A Tourist’s Guide to Acadiana’s Culture and Cuisine

Apr 11, 2025 | Culture

Spring has sprung and summer isn’t far away, meaning that one of the most popular times of year for Acadiana tourism has begun! It may bring the heat, but the warmer months also bring unique attractions that are fun for all ages. Music and art festivals, natural...

Lent Season and Louisiana’s Love Affair With Seafood

Mar 5, 2025 | Education

After the intense jubilation of Mardi Gras comes to a close on Ash Wednesday, a different religious observance takes place that’s also important to the people of South Louisiana: Lent. This 40 day period of abstaining from meat represents fasting and sacrifice but, in...

Cajun 101 – A Beginner’s Guide to Cajun Country

Feb 12, 2025 | Culture, Education

There are few places in America that have retained their centuries-old culture as well as Acadiana, the nine-parish expanse of land in Southwest Louisiana. Despite years of outside influence on Cajun culture, it’s still a distinct and unique way of life that permeates...

RECIPE: Cajun Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Dec 30, 2024 | Recipes

It’s a well-known tradition to eat cabbage on New Year’s Day to promote a year of wealth and prosperity, but there’s no reason to confine cabbage consumption to one day of the year! One great way to enjoy this leafy green vegetable is with a classic dish that came all...