NEW YORK, NY (press release) – Local Grammy Award-winning artist Wayne Toups, sponsored by Acadia Parish Tourism, performed at “Taste Louisiana in New York City” on Oct. 28 at Chelsea Market. The event included food from 11 Louisiana Chefs in…
Editor’s note: At the time of publication, we were not aware of the Lafayette location of SoLou closing. SoLou in Baton Rouge, however, is open. Famed food personality Julia Child once said, “People who love to eat are always the…
The greatest Boudin ever made can be found in the heart of Acadiana, in a cross section of towns vying for pork supremacy defined by extravagant self-appointed monikers that belie a deep cultural pride. Jennings, LA, calls itself the “Boudin…
Breaux Bridge is home to several outstanding antique shops so whatever you’re searching for, the odds are good you’ll find it here. Lagniappe Antique Mall located in the old Domingue Motor Co. reigns as the largest, with 17,000 square feet…
Forty-three-year-old Sky Huang is sharing a few things in Lafayette that make diners at the Hawaii Grill happy and coming back for more. The eatery's owner cannot help himself. He has to share the most comforting smile along with a…
Start a conversation about seafood anywhere in Acadiana/Southwest Louisiana and eyes will immediately light up with excitement. Facial expressions will get animated too after a plate piled with cooked catfish, shrimp, crawfish, crabs or oysters is placed on a table.…
For Acadianians, food is like, art, a hobby and -- for some -- practically a sport. Each year, with that visceral and deep connection to sustenance and where we get it, we set out to discern the best restaurants, dishes,…
ith talk of inflation and recession dominating the news cycle, saving a few shekels is on a lot of people’s minds. But how can we go about a day in Bayou land without partaking of a delicious culinary treat? Thankfully,…
In 1976, when I went out into the field to begin gathering recipes for the first cookbook Acadiana Profile would ever publish, I was on a well-focused mission to track down nothing but authentic Cajun recipes. But the…
The New Kids in Town
A national movement aimed at eating food raised and grown locally is flourishing in Cajun Country.
Are you ready for some barbecue?
Perfect for chilly evenings, pot pies might not be authentic Acadian fare, but they are the ultimate comfort food
Starting from scratch, Nidal Balbeisi has built a restaurant empire in Lafayette.
Some of the best spots for breakfast and brunch in Acadiana.
When you’re starving but can’t stand the thought of heating up the kitchen, sandwiches are the perfect solution.
Courses for a hot summer
Asian restaurants are thriving in Acadiana
Summertime is perfect for enjoying fresh seafood in Acadiana.
Stirring it up with seasonal vegetables
Recipes abound for these versatile and delicious berries.
It’s crawfish season!
Exploring Cajun dining in South Louisiana
