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We all say YAY for beignets!! The word beignet (pronounced ben-YAY) comes from the early Celtic word bigne meaning “to raise.” It is also French for “fritter.” The typical well-known beignets are fried, fluffy pieces of dough, served hot and…
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Unexplained noises, shadowy figures, ghostly presences — Louisiana’s long and complicated history lends itself to paranormal activities. Begin your spooky journey by checking out the most haunted Louisiana attractions!
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It’s no secret that Louisiana is bursting with rich culture and history – but have you heard the backstories of some of Louisiana’s most notable hotels? With former apothecaries, banks, convents and brothels, you won’t even have to leave your…
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This old jail has quite the storied past. Built in 1915, the Gothic Jail of DeRidder got its name from the “Collegiate Gothic” architectural style of the building — a popular style with colleges and universities at the time that featured pointed…
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The Big Easy holds its own among the most haunted cities in the United States. It is a city known for embracing the dead among the living with extravagant funeral processions, aboveground cemeteries and voodoo culture. It’s been said that…
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In the 1700s and early 1800s, French Creoles from New Orleans, hardworking German settlers and planters from England traveled the Great River Road, trying to make their fortunes. They brought diverse customs that made Louisiana the mélange of…
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Classic bread pudding with some tasty additions. Try this deluxe version of bread pudding (you can't go wrong with extras like chocolate chips and cream cheese) from Little Big Cup in Arnaudville, Louisiana. This recipe is brought to you by…
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Enjoy this delicious Creole gumbo made with filé powder. Filé is a spicy herb seasoning made from ground sassafras tree leaves. It was first used by Choctaw Native Americans to both flavor and thicken many soups and stews. When the French settled…
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No matter the time of year, this King Cake Ice Cream is a crowd-pleaser. Originating in France, the king cake tradition was brought to New Orleans in the late 1800s. Since then, it’s become a staple in Louisiana cuisine. What is a King Cake? There…
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Don't miss this recipe that’s perfect for a hot summer day in Louisiana. Decisions can be tough, especially when it comes to deciding how to enjoy cold Louisiana shrimp. Try this recipe, straight from the kitchen of James Beard award-winning…