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While there are famous Gulf Coast beaches throughout the Southeast, Louisiana has some gorgeous sandy spots of its own – they’re just a little less well-known. Areas like Grand Isle and Cameron Parish offer more nuanced surprises. Check out some…
Blog
Relax and enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, native wildlife and the nearby Poverty Point World Heritage Site. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park, only a few miles from UNESCO's Poverty Point World Heritage Site, is a bucket-list attraction…
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Our state parks are great for day trips, but we have plenty of options to kick back, relax and stay the night as well. Whether you prefer camping on wheels, by tent or in cabins, Louisiana has the perfect choice for you to enjoy our Sportsman’s…
Editorial
This zippy drink gives revelers an iconic taste of New Orleans nightlife. Few cocktails capture the energy of New Orleans like the Hurricane. Created in the 1940s in the heart of the French Quarter, this vibrant drink was born out of necessity —…
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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.…
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Enjoy this berry delicious Louisiana beverage recipe. Louisiana’s humid subtropical climate fosters fruits like southern highbush blueberries, strawberries and peaches — to name a few. The state’s many farmers markets showcase its gorgeous…
Recipe
The mint julep is a simple, yet classic southern cocktail beloved throughout Louisiana. Even if you’ve never tasted a mint julep, this cocktail is so popular and iconic, you’d recognize its signature look from afar — a stainless steel or copper…
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Enjoy “America’s First Cocktail” – and a shot of Louisiana history – when you sip a legendary Sazerac. For a drink widely considered “America’s First Cocktail,” it’s no surprise the mighty Sazerac is bold, complex and sophisticated — special in…
Recipe
Brennan's Restaurant offers a classic cocktail that is a rich and creamy way to start, enhance or end your day. Folks from New Orleans see nothing wrong with starting their day with a proper cocktail, especially during weekend brunches that are…
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This powerful blend of spirits and flavors is so potent that its very name came from artillery used during World War I. Cognac, lemon juice and simple syrup are shaken, then poured in a frosted glass, topped with champagne and a lemon twist. It’s…