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

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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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Best Desserts in Lafayette

By Laura Lee on

Cajun Country is world-famous when it comes to food. While we’re known for savory specialties like boudin, crawfish, and jambalaya, Cajuns also have a pretty serious sweet tooth. No Acadiana meal is complete without first indulging in dessert. Here are a few sweet treats everyone in the family will…

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