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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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Did you know that Mardi Gras celebrations happen throughout Louisiana? Check out what's happening this Carnival season up north! Carnival celebrations in Shreveport and Monroe emphasize family fun. With plenty of food, music, parades and…
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When temperatures rise, cool off at Louisiana's water parks, playgrounds and resorts. Water cannons, splash pads, lazy rivers, water slides — to a kid, there’s nothing better on a hot summer day. Fortunately, fantastic fun awaits all across the…
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Fall’s arrival is signaled by many things: cheers of “Geaux Tigers” and “Who Dat," large black pots of steaming gumbo, and a calendar jam-packed with fairs and festivals. Whether you're looking to hit the dance floor and two-step or dig into our…
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Mardi Gras is Louisiana's biggest celebration of the year, and there are so many different ways to celebrate it across the Bayou State! You'll find everything from krewe balls and extravagant parades to cook-offs, Cajun Mardi Gras and more. While…
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Colorful displays of pageantry and celebration mark the parades that anchor Mardi Gras celebrations across Central Louisiana. Every community in Louisiana has their own way to get into the Carnival spirit — each with their own sound to the joyous…
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Learn about Louisiana's Civil War history with these key sites. The Old U.S. Mint A major federal facility at the time of Louisiana’s secession from the Union, the Old U.S. Mint provided the state government with a needed influx of cash. Later,…
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Take a scenic drive along one of Louisiana’s 17 scenic byways. Each one tells its own unique tale as it weaves through the state. Traveling these Louisiana highways, you’ll get to know a little about the state’s natural beauty, its quaint towns…
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Explore Louisiana’s rich culinary heritage in the heart of New Orleans. When discussing Southern cuisine, Louisiana is at the forefront. You could spend a lifetime exploring our culinary nuances one bite at a time and you still might not ever be…
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The best way to learn Louisiana’s edible lingo is simply to sit down and start eating. Sometimes it seems like Louisiana speaks its own language in the kitchen. Gumbo, jambalaya, étouffée? These words just don’t come up much in everyday American…