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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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Historic sites, award-winning bike trails and spectacular state parks are just a few of the highlights of the northern-Louisiana destinations of Ruston and Lincoln Parish. North Louisiana charm meets outdoor adventure and sweet treats in Lincoln…
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From historic cities to charming small towns in Louisiana, Main Street areas are the heart of a community. Check out just some of the things to do in these places, including shopping, dining, festivals and museums. Hammond Downtown Hammond won the…
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Experience local flavors and shop artisanal goods at Louisiana’s farmers markets. The "shop local" movement that is all the rage across the country is nothing new to us. We’ve long known that the best-tasting fruits and veggies come from Louisiana…
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Up in north Louisiana, not far from Monroe, you'll find charming Morehouse Parish and the Bastrop Main Street Community. Check out the best things to do in the area! 1. Chemin-A-Haut State Park Chemin-A-Haut State Park in Bastrop is a haven for…
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Get to know Louisiana a little better via its famous streets in New Orleans, Natchitoches, Lake Charles and beyond. Most people can easily recognize one of Louisiana's most famous streets — Bourbon Street in New Orleans. However, there are many…
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With more than 400 fairs and festivals scheduled annually around the state, consider Louisiana the "Festival Capital of the World." Make a trip to celebrate some of our favorite things here in Louisiana — food, music and culture. Here’s just a…
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One of the state's oldest towns is a beautiful holiday destination, with spectacular lights and festivities from mid-November until after New Year's Day. Experience the Natchitoches Christmas Lights Natchitoches (NACK-a-tish) has been called the “…
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Shop local and share the Louisiana love with gifts that reflect our state’s great music, culinary scene, outdoors and culture. Whether you’re looking to treat yourself with some Louisiana-made knickknacks or are scooping up gifts for the holidays…
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New Orleans’ nicknames include America’s Most European City and The Northernmost Caribbean City — descriptions that speak to its unmistakable and at times downright eccentric qualities. This is the city of the jazz funeral and Mardi Gras, gumbo…