Posted by: Mae Mayeux Do you like your omelette with two eggs or three? How about 5,000? The Giant Omelette Celebration in Abbeville, Louisiana is a one-of-a-kind annual celebration where dozens of chefs gather to cook up a massive omelette using a huge 12-foot skillet. This year’s celebration happens November 2nd and 3rd. This quirky local tradition …
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Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival
Posted by: Mae Mayeux Ponchatoula, Louisiana is known as the Strawberry Capital of the World. So it only makes sense that it would host an entire festival dedicated to the tasty red fruit. The 48th annual Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival will be held this April 12-14th in Memorial Park. This free, family-friendly outdoor event is a great way …
Louisiana’s Best Museums For History Buffs
It is no secret that Louisiana is filled with a rich extensive history. From being one of the first colonies for European explorers to becoming the 18th state to join the United States in 1812, to witnessing the Civil War battle in New Orleans, to the culturally diverse communities all across the state, Louisiana is …
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The Festival International de Louisiane
Posted by: Mae Mayeux The Festival International de Louisiane is the largest international music and arts festival in the entire United States. For five days every April, Lafayette transforms into a diverse and thriving mecca for art, music, and live performance. The festival features performances by musicians from over 20 countries along with workshops, exhibits, visual …
The Ultimate Guide to Exploring Shreveport, LA
In the northwest corner of Louisiana lies one of the state’s best-kept secrets. Shreveport is a cultural mecca with enough museums and attractions to keep you busy for weeks, plus incredible Cajun and Creole cuisine to satisfy any craving. To top it all off, the town hosts a myriad of events from music festivals to …
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A Food Lover’s Guide to Baton Rouge
Posted by: Mae Mayeux If you are a foodie seeking out the next under-the-radar culinary destination, Baton Rouge might be just the spot for you. Baton Rouge boasts a thriving food scene serving up some of the tastiest Cajun and Creole flavors in the entire state. Come to Baton Rouge for mouth-watering seafood, unbeatable Southern …
A Food Lover’s Guide to New Orleans
Posted by: Mae Mayeux When you travel to the Big Easy, make sure you come with a big appetite. New Orleans is a foodie’s paradise. You could spend every day of your trip stuffing your face and only taste a small portion of the rich culinary diversity the city has to offer. Its incredible …
The Louisiana Oyster Trail
Louisiana is the number one producer of oysters in the United States. Not everyone loves this slippery, salty delicacy, but if you do, Louisiana is the right place to be. Many believe that the oysters harvested in the Gulf of Mexico are some of the best in the world. The Mississippi River runs into the …
The Perfect 48 Hours in New Orleans
New Orleans turns 300 this year, making 2018 the perfect time to explore this complex and captivating Southern city. With a birthday this big, we can guarantee that the Big Easy is going to be celebrating like the party capital it is. However, there is so much more to New Orleans then drinking on Bourbon …
Where to Hear Live Music in Louisiana
Where to Hear Live Music in Louisiana Posted by: Mae Mayeux Louisiana is famous for many things: bayous, Mardi Gras, crawfish, jambalaya, French architecture, and its enchanting Creole culture, to name but a few. However, perhaps its most famous contribution to the world is its music. Louisiana boasts a rich and diverse musical history that …