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

Category: Holiday

A Piece of King Cake

King Cakes

By Lafayette Travel on

Most people think of Mardi Gras as our season of merriment before Lent. Still, many of our traditions, such as the sweet and decorative king cake, actually begin with Christmas. King cakes date back to 12th century France when a cake was baked on the eve of Jan. 6 with a small token hidden inside…

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Dat Dog Mural with Group

Lafayette's Unique Seasons

By Lafayette Travel on

Immerse yourself in the untouched purity of a cypress and tupelo swamp. Sway your hips to the upbeat tempo of accordions and washboards, or let the seductive flavors of Cajun and Creole cooking dance on your palate. Join in on a colorful Mardi Gras celebration and experience the largest non-ticketed…

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