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Tourists and the media often associate gumbo with New Orleans, although people in every corner of Louisiana enjoy the dish. There’s a lot to learn about this world-famous dish, popular in restaurants and homes in New Orleans and surrounding areas like Terrebonne Parish. But first let’s set the table with a few tidbits about this region. New Orleans is one …
Louisiana is known for savory dishes and flavorful food staples the world over. However, of all the foods found within its boot-shaped borders, gumbo may be the most renowned. It’s the perfect collision of cultures, borrowing flavors from a variety of groups to create something unique and delicious. Plus, the flexibility of its ingredients and preparation meant that almost anyone …
All images courtesy of Daniel Kottemann. If I told you that one of the longest-running and most beloved food businesses in New Orleans was a 1900s kitchen on wheels whose star employee was a mule named Miss Mae? Would you believe me? On any given day in the Crescent City, you may just stumble upon this particularly sweet tradition. First …
Photograph by Deborah Lillie, 2019. You know that saying, “Life is about the journey, not the destination”? That’s how I feel about road trips—literally! I’ve always felt that the road trip is the best part about going on vacation (if it’s not a vacation you have to fly to, obviously). Vacations are usually well-planned out and consist of activities and …
There are over 220 museums in Louisiana. No matter which corner of the Pelican State you travel to, you’re sure to find a museum that showcases fascinating artifacts or moments in history that shaped our great state into what it is today. Calling all history buffs and fun seekers alike, because I’ve narrowed down Louisiana’s lengthy catalog of museums into …
You may have read our blog post about the History of Cajun Mardi Gras and the Chicken Chase, but there’s another Louisiana tradition that you might find even more interesting. Yep—you read the title correctly. Let’s find out more about the egg-stremely competitive and beloved tradition known as egg pocking! What exactly is egg pocking? Egg pocking is a game …
