There’s something special happening in Lafayette’s culinary scene, a delicious revolution where chefs are ditching industrial ingredients for the bounty growing right in our own backyard. Acadiana is no stranger to agriculture, and local restaurants are taking advantage. It’s a return to the way our…
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For much of the 18th century, Spain ruled the Louisiana colony while England controlled land at its eastern borders. When Spanish Gov. Bernardo de Galvez took over in 1777, he quietly aided the American colonists fighting the British in the American Revolution by supplying them with arms shipped up…
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Lafayette is world-famous for its rich cuisine, lively music, and vibrant festivals. The city also offers quieter options for residents and visitors, with unique ways of getting active, enjoying nature, and relaxing. Lafayette offers something for everyone, whether looking for a scenic walk, a…
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Our beloved Acadiana poet Darrell Bourque once referred to early America’s free-form poets as “marvelous rebels” for breaking the rules of traditional form and allowing their works to be shaped by the spirit inherent in each one. In a modern world like ours, where the contours of our lives are so…
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If you’re looking to combine your love for fitness with a true taste of South Louisiana culture, Lafayette is the place to be. It’s not your typical race day grind, though. Down here, every event is a chance to dance, eat, and soak up the spirit of Acadiana. Whether you're a serious runner, a casual…
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As fall wraps up and a gentle chill drifts across South Louisiana, Lafayette settles into a winter rhythm all its own. Here, winter doesn’t mean hibernation. Winter in Lafayette is for gathering: around a steaming bowl of gumbo, beneath softly glowing holiday lights, or at a lively dancehall where…
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Since 2011, Erica Fox has poured her heart into Maison Creole de Freetown, the African American history museum she manages in one of Lafayette’s historic neighborhoods. The museum began as a way to honor the Indigenous people of this region and create space for Black, Indigenous, and…
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Need a little R&R after a night of dancing or simply craving a quiet escape? Lafayette and the surrounding area deliver a soothing lineup of day spas and wellness studios ready to melt stress away. From full-service retreats offering massages, facials, and medispa treatments to holistic collectives…
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Sometimes you need a place to go out, get dressed up, and enjoy a high-end meal. Maybe it’s because you’re overdue for a date night, you’re trying to impress clients, or you're celebrating something special. Lafayette has a growing list of white-linen restaurants to do just that. Since 1985…
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For Lafayette-based photographer Ben Pierce, inspiration often starts with an early morning on still water. The executive director of Swamp Base, Pierce has built his reputation photographing Louisiana’s iconic wetlands capturing mist rising off glassy bayous, light filtering through moss-draped…
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