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Your adventure in Lafayette is drawing to a close, but the warmth of the hospitality, the rhythm of zydeco, and the taste of boudin will linger with you long after you depart. But what about a reminder to bring a piece of Cajun Country back home? Look no further than these fun, local souvenir shops brimming with unique pieces that capture the spirit of Lafayette.
Spice up your food back home with a visit to Louisiana Hot Stuff in Lafayette. This vibrant shop offers a selection of hot sauces, TABASCO varieties, and all the fixings to recreate that authentic gumbo you had. Stock up on Tony Chachere's for a taste of our signature seasoning, or grab a bottle of Crystal Hot Sauce for a fiery kick. Remember to pick up a bottle of cane syrup to add a touch of Louisiana sweetness to your next batch of pancakes. They also offer a variety of game day apparel for the Ragin Cajun in your life.
Don't forget the local slang and dialect - wearing them back home will be a great reminder of your bon temps here. Parish Ink offers apparel with local flavors that are designed and printed in-house. From stickers featuring "boudin or die" designs and paper goods like postcards to tees and tanks with funky graphics featuring our favorite sayings. Could you choose between the "Mais Bruh" tank or the "Who Dat" tee? Probably not - better get both.
Immerse yourself in Acadiana's rich past at Vermilionville Historic Village in Lafayette. This living history museum offers a collection of 18th and 19th-century Acadian style homes and shops. Here, you can find locally-made crafts inspired by traditional techniques like the wrought iron triangles or tee-freres, literature on the history of Vermilionville, or CDs with music from the period.
Tucked in the student union on the campus of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, the Ragin' Cajuns Store offers more than just books. Gear up for a game day or show your spirit everywhere with Cajun clothing for babies and children sizes up to adults. The Ragin' Cajuns Store offers UL-branded bags, hats, outdoor gear, drinkware, and office supplies.
Immerse yourself in Lafayette's rich sounds with a visit to Lagniappe Records in Downtown Lafayette. This independent record store offers a curated selection of new and used vinyl records, featuring everything from classic Cajun and zydeco to the latest indie releases. Find the perfect soundtrack to your memories, or discover a new band to add to your collection. Pick up local CDs and vinyl records of your favorite Cajun and zydeco musicians.
April Courville is a graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and a professional writer and photographer. Her freelancing career started in 2014 with the Times of Acadiana and has since written for The Daily Advertiser, The Advocate, Reveal Lafayette, Acadiana Lifestyle, and the Current. Her favorite topics to cover are food and wine, art, music and festivals.