Louisiana's Food Culture

Hands Holding a Dish of Louisiana Seafood Gumbo

Louisiana Gumbo

A symphony in a bowl, Cajun soul.

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Charbroiled Oysters

Melted cheese, buttery goodness, ocean's bounty.

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A hand holding a tray of Charbroiled Oysters
Hands Holding a Dish of Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee

Crawfish Étouffée

Spicy crawfish smothered in rich gravy.

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Beignets

Cloud-like squares of crispy heaven, drenched in sugary bliss.

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Hands Holding a Dish of Louisiana Beignets
A hand holding a bowl of Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

Louisiana Jambalaya

Spicy Cajun comfort in a bowl.

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Boudin Balls

Crispy Cajun bites, pure comfort food.

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Hands Holding a Dish of Louisiana Boudin Balls

Welcome to the Year of Food in Louisiana, where every bite tells a story and every meal brings a smile. Ranked as one of the nation’s happiest states, we believe our incredible cuisine plays a big part. From savoring a beignet to diving into a bowl of gumbo, Louisiana’s iconic dishes and culinary experiences will leave you craving more. Explore Louisiana's Food Culture — the flavors, culture, and traditions that make Louisiana a food lover’s paradise.

More to Explore

Restaurants

Discover the incredibly diverse and extremely tasty food and restaurant scene across Louisiana.

Culinary Experiences

From cooking schools to crawfish tours, Louisiana is rich with culinary experiences that will delight any food lover.

Regional Food Trails

Eat through the state than by following food trails that have been curated by the locals themselves.

Farmers Market

Fresh produce. Locally Grown. The source of Louisiana's flavors are found at these farmers markets.

Farms and orchards

Louisiana's pick-your-own farms are tasty seasonal affairs where you and the kids can pick berries.