Sharing the food, music, culture, and history at the heart of Cajun & Creole Country.

Farm Raised Oysters

Albert "Buzzy" Besson owns and operates Barataria Beauties Oyster Farm in Grand Isle, Louisiana. His farm produces oysters sold at Spoonbill, Vestal, and Wild Child Wines in Lafayette, LA. "I have so much respect for the original oystermen like my grandfather back in the day," says Albert…

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Top Sights in Carencro

Carencro has a long and fascinating history with the Attakapas tribe, and later Acadians arriving in the mid-1700s, but most people wonder about the city's unusual name. Its origins have been argued over the years, with some attributing it to Native Americans telling European settlers that large…

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Frozen Treats in Lafayette

Lafayette offers a wide array of frozen treats that are both innovative and rooted in traditional Southern cuisine. From frozen versions of pecan pie to a historic ice cream parlor, Lafayette's frozen treats provide a refreshing respite from our hot, humid climate while appealing to every sweet…

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