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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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A definitive guide to cooking New Orleans seafood from chefs of the Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group. The perfect storm of Louisiana talent—restaurateur Ralph Brennan and his five talented chefs, plus veteran editor Gene Bourg, award-winning…
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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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Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, held each October in Lafayette, cover the sweep of culture in the region, including its European, African and Indian roots. The towns of Cajun Country hold a festival for nearly everything. You can attend the Giant…
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Discover these Louisiana chefs and devour their highly-praised dishes. Great meals and Louisiana go together like gumbo and rice—you can’t think of one without the other. And behind every Louisiana dish is a chef who ensures that diners are…
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Dine at the destinations that made this celebrity chef famous. Emeril Lagasse is a New Orleans original, a chef who has introduced Creole cuisine to millions worldwide. You have seen him on television. You have seen his name-brand products in…
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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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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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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…