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The 10 Best Places to Eat Near LSU

Category: Local Food, LSU, Tourism | Posted: October 04, 2023

The Louisiana State University (LSU) campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has a lot to offer visitors. Whether you hail from our fine state or find yourself here from another area, you’re in for a wonderful surprise. There are many fun activities to explore on and around LSU’s incredible campus, including plenty of stellar restaurants and bars. From unique Asian cuisine on a rooftop terrace to a classic […]

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Traditional Cajun-Creole Thanksgiving Recipes

Category: Cajun & Creole Cuisine, Holiday, Local Food | Posted: April 27, 2023

Traditional New Orleans Thanksgiving recipes add new twists to your typical holiday dishes. Many Cajun and Creole dishes stay true to a traditional Thanksgiving feast, but extra flavors and distinctly Cajun dishes shake up the usual meal. Test out these Louisiana Thanksgiving recipes with our Cajun Thanksgiving recipe guide. How Is a Cajun Thanksgiving Different Than a Traditional […]

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10 Classic Recipes for Mardi Gras

Category: Events, Holiday, Local Food | Posted: March 16, 2022

Mardi Gras is a celebration that goes by many names, such as Fat Tuesday and Carnival. It’s the day before Ash Wednesday, which begins the religious observation of Lent. Because Lent typically involves fasting, this celebration revolves around drinking and eating in excess. Even if you’re not religious, attending Mardi Gras can still be an […]

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Things to Do With the Kids in Baton Rouge

Category: Local Food, Local Shopping, Things To Do In Baton Rouge | Posted: August 24, 2021

Looking for family-friendly things to do in Baton Rouge? We’ve got you covered. From exhilarating animal encounters and swamp exploration to thrill rides and water parks, the city has plenty of fun things to do with the kids. Baton Rouge has many activities to offer that your family will have fun participating in as they enjoy […]

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The Difference Between Cajun & Creole Food

Category: Cajun & Creole Cuisine, Local Food | Posted: August 24, 2021

For Louisiana chefs, Creole versus Cajun cooking is like night versus day. If you didn’t grow up surrounded by the food culture of the region, however, the differences might be much more subtle. In fact, as cringeworthy as it is for folks from New Orleans or Baton Rouge, some even use the terms interchangeably. Regardless, […]

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