Beer Pairings for Boudin and Other Cajun Classics

Jul 8, 2025 | Education

For a place bathing in excess humidity and heat nearly year-round, it’s no surprise that Cajun country loves beer. As evidenced by the numerous successful local breweries that have sprung up throughout the state, Louisiana loves beer of all varieties. The reasons they...

RECIPE: Jambalaya, Billy’s Style

Jun 5, 2025 | Recipes

Though this classic southern dish has its origins in Creole cuisine, jambalaya is popular in various forms across the world and is one of the most widely popular dishes that can trace its roots back to the boot. Like many Creole dishes, jambalaya contains the...

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...