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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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Compared to Louisiana, other states have it easy. Sure, Louisiana is home of the “Big Easy” and the locals are known for our “joie de vivre,” but we are also parents to some of the most precious cuisines in the world. While we may, on occasion,…
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If you’re craving Cajun or Creole music and food, there's no better place to find it than at the Crawfish Festival. Crawfish Capital of the World Recognizing the community’s importance to one of the state’s favorite foods, the Louisiana…
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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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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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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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If rich history and world-acclaimed cuisine are Louisiana's heart, music is its soul. One of the many reasons Louisiana is so great is that music is everywhere. You can find it spilling from notable venues and nightclubs or resonating in…
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Grab your dancin' shoes and boogie down at Louisiana's dance halls and clubs. Nineteenth-century Louisiana governor William C.C. Claiborne allegedly said that the residents of New Orleans had such a penchant for dancing that they were downright…
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Celebrate the shrimping industry in #OnlyLouisiana at the Annual Delcambre Shrimp Festival. The shrimping industry has long played an important role in the lives of south Louisiana's Cajuns. So much so that the town of Delcambre hosts the…
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From alligator to mirliton, these Louisiana foods will make for a memorable meal. It’s time to try something different! In this guide, we explore Louisiana food staples offering some unusual — and extra-tasty — flavors. Alligator Southern…