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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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Louisiana's four state park disc golf courses offer a variety of terrain and difficulty. My family—rather, my husband and son – have recently taken an interest in disc golf. It’s a fun outdoor sport, no matter what your level of activity. Yes, it’…
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From antiques and museums to historic opera houses and Cajun food, get ready to explore a simpler side of Louisiana. 1. Zydeco Cajun Prairie Byway, Crowley This driving trail is part of the Louisiana Trails & Byways initiative and the Zydeco…
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Most families have tried-and-true traditions for leftover turkey. Rethink your usual post-holiday menu with this delicious new recipe. Living in Louisiana, our Thanksgiving resurrection is most often a turkey gumbo — and we do indeed feel VERY…
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Go to Gray Plantation for the golf. Stay in Lake Charles for the getaway. Golf in Lake Charles Looking for a relaxing round of golf on the green? Visit Gray Plantation in Lake Charles, an outstanding, must-play course. The layout will challenge…
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Gorgeous scenery, Toledo Bend Reservoir, tamales, festivals, state parks and more. Sabine Parish is Toledo Bend Lake Country. It sits on the east side of Toledo Bend Reservoir offering miles of water and land recreation opportunities. The area's…
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Louisiana’s stunning natural beauty meets pro-caliber golf on the state’s Audubon Golf Trail, featuring courses designed by Arnold Palmer, Pete Dye, Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and Louisiana native and PGA champion David Toms. About Louisiana’s…
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Relax and enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, native wildlife and Louisiana's only World Heritage Site. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park—only a few miles from the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Poverty Point World Heritage Site—should be added…
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From museums and golf to restaurants and distilleries, the capital city has plenty to keep you busy! Louisiana's capital city, Baton Rouge, has a little bit of something for every interest. History buff? Check out one of the many museums and…
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Learn how to cook up the perfect feast with this crawfish boil recipe. Crawfish aren’t just a cherished delicacy in Louisiana, they’re a way of life. From mid-January to early June you’ll find this small, fresh-water crustacean at the center of…