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For more than 25 years, Alton Brown has made a career of educating the world on some of its favorite foods. In this interview with ExploreLouisiana.com, he tells us what he truly thinks of Cajun and Creole cooking. Editor: You’ve traveled a lot,…
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St. Landry Parish is deeply rooted in Cajun culture — so much so that the state recognizes four capitals there: the town of Eunice (the Prairie Cajun Capital), Opelousas (the Zydeco Music Capital), Sunset (the Rubboard Capital) and Grand Coteau (…
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Like white on rice, gumbo and Louisiana are inseparable. Nowhere else prepares Louisiana's signature dish with as much gusto as the Bayou State does! Join us every October and November for these delicious gumbo festivals. * Always check the…
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Louisiana is known for its amazing, traditional dishes. But it’s also worth trying the diverse cuisines that make up the state’s culinary scene and culture. Louisiana is a true melting pot. An influx of immigrants to the state over centuries has…
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In northern Louisiana, Ruston is where sweet peaches are queen and a bustling college town offers delicious dining. Long country roads, pine forests and rural charm await visitors in northern Louisiana. In the middle of it all is Ruston, a college…
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Like our music, great food is everywhere. In Louisiana, food isn’t just a meal—it’s a celebration of culture, community and centuries-old traditions. From spicy crawfish boils and savory gumbo to sweet beignets and bold boudin, every bite tells a…
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Sample Suds Across Louisiana One would expect a state as passionate about cuisine as Louisiana to be equally passionate about how to wash it down. And like its world-acclaimed food, Louisiana is ready to share its homegrown beverage of choice —…
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Louisiana celebrates Black history across the state, all year long. From Martin Luther King Jr. Day to Mardi Gras parades and cultural festivals, there's no shortage of ways to honor those who have influenced Louisiana through music, food and…
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June is prime time for peaches in North Louisiana, and for more than 60 years this Ruston festival has celebrated the fuzzy fruit. The rich, rolling farmlands of north Louisiana are known for many delicious crops, but perhaps none are as famous as…
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Read up on Louisiana's relationship with this Southern staple. We Louisianans love southern comfort food, and fried chicken is no exception, especially in north Louisiana where soul food is a staple (some even call it the official meal of north…