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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 Louisiana, crawfish are more than a delicacy. From well-seasoned boils to velvety spoonfuls of étouffée, crawfish are a way of life. To understand the significance of crawfish in Louisiana, one only has to take a drive on the Friday before…
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It's a Monday in Louisiana — are you eating red beans for dinner? Red Beans & Rice History New Orleans has too many distinct culinary traditions to count, but few other dishes are as relevant to the city’s identity as red beans and rice. If…
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Here's what to bring for a fun and safe day on the water. Flanked by the massive Toledo Bend Reservoir to the west, the mighty Mississippi River to the east and the Gulf to the south, Louisiana is an angler’s dream come true. Freshwater fishing is…
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Want to catch big fish? Kayak through Louisiana's gorgeous coastal landscapes. Anglers looking to break out the fly rod should consider kayak fishing in the saltwater marshes along Louisiana’s coast. This spin on shore fishing gives the angler a…
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You don't need a lasso! Just a line will do at these rodeos where you simply have to "geaux fish" to win. Hands down, Louisiana is a seafood nation. From crawfish to Gulf shrimp and seafood gumbo to blackened redfish, marine life swims through…
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With the right guides, you can get to the best fishing spots in Plaquemines Parish with little more than a rod, bait and kayak. Venice, Louisiana — part of Plaquemines Parish — offers diverse fish and some of the best inshore fishing charters in…
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“When the redfish are active at Venice, you can catch them on a shoestring tied to a hook,” one guide says. The point where the Mississippi River meets the Gulf in Louisiana is an angling paradise. This Venice destination is more than an…
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Learn how to go surf fishing on Louisiana’s glittering coast. Anglers accustomed to lake or river fishing will be delighted by surf fishing. When you cast into the sparkling, ripping waves of the Gulf, big saltwater fish are in store. Surf Fishing…
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A history and celebration of the drink known as “the green fairy." What is Absinthe? Absinthe is a spirit derived from botanicals, including the flowers and leaves of Artemisia absinthium, together with green anise, sweet fennel, and other herbs.…