South Market District
A Guide to the Newest Neighborhood
Restaurants
sushi spots
4 places to get fresh fish
A “Tail” of Two Cities
Taste-testing crawfish in Bossier City and Minden
Cajun Couple Wears The Culinary Crown
Though they hail from different parts of Acadiana, the chemistry between husband/wife team Cody and Samantha Carroll has propelled them in the cutthroat Louisiana restaurant scene.
6 Sporting Spots For Football Fever
Get your game day vibes on at these energetic, tribal enclaves throughout Acadiana
Something Special
Treating yourself this winter should be on your agenda.
New Orleans Noshing
The Bon Vivant’s list of go-to Crescent City eateries on and off the beaten path
Best Chefs
4 notable chefs bring innovative cuisine to Acadiana.
Tapas & Treats
Normally known to serve large portions, Acadiana has embraced the small-plate trend.
Best Chefs
4 notable chefs bring innovative cuisine to Acadiana.
Sports Bar Fare
Where to watch the game and what to eat
5 Course Feast
5 creative chefs share their recipes
Houston Food
By population, Houston is the biggest city in the South, and about the 4th largest in the country. It’s also the most diverse city in the country, demographically speaking, at least according to recent studies. I was in Houston recently, only…
the sweetest things
These three cakes are almost too pretty to eat.
Baby, It’s Hot Outside!
Sweet treats to cool you down
Out of Town
Haute Plates comes to you this week from the Great State of Texas, specifically Austin, which I am told is the capitol of the Great State. I visited Austin about 15 years ago and enjoyed it, but I don’t have…
Houma - City of the Year
Strengthened by a robust local economy, high quality of living and blossoming downtown, Acadiana’s eastern jewel exemplifies the best of the true Cajun lifestyle
Houma - City of the Year
Strengthened by a robust local economy, high quality of living and blossoming downtown, Acadiana’s eastern jewel exemplifies the best of the true Cajun lifestyle
Mediterranean in Acadiana
Restaurants across the region offer distinct, flavorful cuisine.
8 Best Bars and Cocktail Stars
leading luminaries of the Cajun craft cocktail
Twisting the Tastes of Home
A self-professed country boy from Rayne, chef Isaac Toups keeps patrons smiling by blending his caffeinated persona and culinary creativity
Writer's Choice
Louisiana’s Poet Laureate, Darrell Bourque, shares his favorite eateries.
Nouvelles Des Villes
New “Man Cave” in Lafayette Twin Peaks recently opened its doors at 5801 Johnson St. in Lafayette next to the Acadiana Mall featuring several large flat-screen TVs for sports viewing, hearty made-from-scratch comfort food and beer poured into huge mugs…
The Food of Love
Places to hear music while you dine