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Louisiana's Cajun History Louisiana’s Cajun culture runs deep. The word Cajun popped up in the 19th century to describe the Acadian people of Louisiana. The Acadians were descendants of the French Canadians who were settling in southern Louisiana…
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Next to jazz, perhaps no musical tradition is more associated with Louisiana than Cajun. The Acadians, or Cajuns, found refuge in Louisiana after being exiled from Nova Scotia in 1755 and made a new life in the harsh environment. Instead of giving…
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The Cajun culture in Louisiana is so different from the rest of Louisiana — and the U.S. in general! Since 1755, the Cajuns have created their own cuisine, musical styles and dialect (known as Cajun French). The Acadiana area even has its own…
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Cajun Holiday Dishes Most holiday meals in Cajun Country include dishes like seafood gumbo and oyster dressing, because it isn't a holiday dinner in South Louisiana without local seafood. Also typically on the table is fried turkey — or a…
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Make your way to the Lafayette area to take in the plentiful impact of the African American History Trail. Travel along I-10 West from Baton Rouge to visit fascinating stops along Louisiana's African American Heritage Trail in the Cajun country…
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Welcome to St. Martin Parish, where Cajun culture runs deep, dancing to live music during brunch is the norm, and Louisiana's outdoors scene begs you to come out and play. Welcome to St. Martin Parish! It's a short drive from New Orleans or Baton…
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Louisiana is a state of true food lovers, so much so that food trails have popped up statewide in order to display each region's best culinary offerings. These food trails have been curated by the locals themselves, so you know they're the real…
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From antiques and museums to historic opera houses and Cajun food, get ready to explore a simpler side of Louisiana. 1. Zydeco Cajun Prairie Byway, Crowley This driving trail is part of the Louisiana Trails & Byways initiative and the Zydeco…
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Situated south of Lafayette and north of the rich Gulf waters of Vermilion Bay, New Iberia abounds with Cajun cuisine, mom-and-pop diners, swamps to explore and so much more. Iberia Parish, of which New Iberia is the most populous city, was one of…
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Lafayette was made for culture-seeking, food-loving travelers! This small city has a big heart, full of Cajun culture and love. Here are some spots that won’t disappoint when visiting this city! Breakfast Time at Scratch Farm Kitchen Start your…