On the Spot: Kathy Dorsey of the Louisiana Praline Company
The Kween Cake, with its crumbly mix of cinnamon and brown sugar yellow cake topped with the difference-making crunchy sugar, may be the best local Mardi Gras indulgence.
Section Eats
Warehouse 535’s version of ‘The Purge’
Hawk’s Boil Up will start selling boiled crawfish at the Garfield Street honky-tonk beginning Wednesday.
Healthy Doesn’t Have to Mean Ho-Hum
Making smart dining choices is now as much about choice as it is about smart.
JSP to offer late-night food, Sunday menu
Beginning next week, Jefferson Street Pub will serve dinner until 11 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays.
My heart swelled, my hangover dried up, and I regretted nothing more than not ordering a second rib.
Chef Ashley Roussel to leave Saint Street Inn for NOLA grocery concept
She's leaving a good restaurant even better than how she found it. Lafayette will sorely miss her.
Congrats, Jennifer Adcock! You’re our Chef’s Table Winner!
A sundry of comestible delights await you and seven guests!
In his new book, Lafayette-born food writer Rien Fertel seeks the whole truth about the whole hog.
On the holiday celebrating Mexico’s defeat of the French in 1862, a German biergarten opened in Downtown Lafayette.
Simplicity: A Bold New Concept
Bread & Circus overhauls its identity from attention-deficit Cajun eatery to streamlined pizzeria.
Edible Q &A with Chef Collin Cormier
Pop’s Poboys pioneer is co-founder of the very first Acadiana Poboy Festival happening April 2 at Parc Sans Souci.
Blaze Pizza: gas-fired gratitude
Create your own from the all fresh ingredients available or chose from seven signature pizzas.
An experienced food maker can work through layers of food regulation, but health codes are still not keeping up with food trends.
A bar and pizza shop that comes and goes like a thief in the night enters Lafayette’s food scene.
Tonight marks Lafayette's first competitive gathering of frothy art conjurers. Latte enthusiasts rejoice.
Not much linguistic good has come from portmanteaus. I challenge you to say appletini with a straight face. Go ahead. I’ll wait.
Imagine you’re at an epic boucherie, surrounded by the sizzling aroma of freshly slaughtered pork being transformed into numerous sensory delights. Smoke billows from the chimneys of barbecue pits piled with ribs and sausage. Boudin is stuffed into casings as cracklins simmer and hiss in their cast-iron cauldrons.
Every day I've walked past this place under construction, and have dreamed of what will become. I have seen the future. And it is glorious.
Let these pork-smiths ease your anxious mind with nitrate-free pork products like bacon, boudin and salumi.
Let me put it to you this way. I once walked through a horde of zombies outside a San Francisco methadone clinic to eat a banh mi, and I would gladly do the same to eat Fusion’s.
Bayou Teche Brewing tapped for the national stage
By selecting Bayou Teche as one of five Southeastern brewing representatives, craft brew giant Sierra Nevada is putting its influential stamp of approval on Acadiana brewing.
Take one down and pass a good time
UL and Bayou Teche Brewing roll out the Ragin Cajun Genuine Ale, a breath of fresh (and light) beer.
Waking Up Downtown’s Potential
With the arrival of Rêve Coffee Roasters, the north end of Jefferson Street continues its vibrant revival.
Beer Appetit Challenge begins today
Local chef challenge puts beer in the ingredient spotlight with proceeds benefiting the American Red Cross.
EatLafayette/INDEats’ Chef’s Table Experience treats Mark Whitney and his pals to some serious grub.
Eat Lafayette's 2015 Food Wine Beer & Spirits Experience continues tonight at E's Kitchen with a humble dinner fit for the gods.
Balance Bar with Tanner Ducote
While you still can, pull up a chair at Jolie’s bar, grab a well-balanced drink and learn from a gifted and dazzling mind.
I’ll admit some general bias toward Mexican food. It’s like duct tape; there’s nothing that salsa picante or cumin won’t fix and make substantially better.
There’s nary a better spectacle in dining than a sizzling hot plate arriving with seared goodies to your table.
Perhaps more so than lunchtime traffic, finding a midday meal that won’t sit in your belly like a bowling ball is a nearly insurmountable challenge.
It’s been a general rule of mine over the years that if a restaurant has a specific dish in the name, you don’t order anything other than that dish and expect a positive result.
Even Son Do, owner and proprietor of Do’s Deli in the South College Shopping Center, can’t quite explain what took so long for banh mi to truly arrive in Lafayette.
Patacón Latin Cuisine introduces Lafayette to the savory delights of Venezuela, with the help of two crispy fried plantains.
I used to live behind Johnson’s Boucaniere in my wilder days. Many a Saturday began with a late morning stumble across an open field to the restorative itis of country ribs and jambalaya. I was a late riser, but no doubt would have rallied for Johnson’s breakfast were it available to me then.
Hub Grub: Don't Try This at Home
Driving south toward Milton on Kaliste Saloom Road, it would be easy to mistake Dark Roux as another chain restaurant.
Chanel Gaudé, who worked her way from wait staff to sous chef in one of Lafayette's best restaurants, is passionate about Louisiana foods.
The farm to table movement has become quite popular these days, making touting the use of locally grown foods a relatively widespread restaurant and grocer marketing tool.
UL Lafayette student Silvana Zaldivar has earned a trip to the International Home + Housewares show in Chicago next month for her revolutionary Suma Mixing Bowl design.
Mosquito Supper Club invades Big Easy
A culinary capital plays host to Lafayette’s Effie Michot and her business partner’s Cajun pop-up.
I first spotted Stan Dry at the New Iberia Farmers Market. One day he was buying strawberries. The next he was selling home baked bread. “Who is this guy?” I asked around. “He’s a cook,” was one answer I received. “He’s a writer,” someone else replied. Cooking? Writing? That sounded right up my alley.
Parish Brewing and Saint Street Inn are teaming up for a two-night, one-of-a-kind tap takeover and beer dinner this weekend, Dec. 26 and 27.
Kelsey Leger, who stumbled upon her interest in the local foods world as a way to make a paycheck, has what many would consider an industry pedigree. Photo by Lucius A. Fontenot Kelsey Leger, who...
Bayou Farm‘s husbandry sounds intuitive, but owners Sarah Bailly and Donald Keller are actually exceptions to the rule. BAYOU FARM‘S HUSBANDRY SOUNDS INTUITIVE, BUT OWNERS SARAH BAILLY AND DONALD...
Say it ain't so! Freetown Fries closing
Where will we get french fries smothered in awesomeness now? One of our favorite food trucks is closing its window. Marla Kristicevich announced on Facebook Wednesday that Freetown Fries' fantastic...
If you're headed out to dine, The IND's 2014 fall restaurant guide featuring more than 200 locally owned establishments should be your first course. If you're headed out to dine, The IND's 2014 fall...
Village Cafe chef honored The man behind the scenes was front and center Monday night at Village Cafe. Fans and friends toasted Lafayette chef, Jeremy Conner, at the River Ranch restaurant as one of...
Ramsey Morein prepares an old Cajun classic also known as chaudin in this latest episode of filmmaker Stephen Meaux's culinary series. Ramsey Morein prepares an old Cajun classic also known as...
Ruffino's Sclafani brings Lafayette to NYC
Lafayette's Ruffino's on the River has taken its place among our many establishments worthy of note and, in this case, The James Beard Foundation.
Dans Ma Cuisine: Fried in Freetown
Batter up for a pre-Mardi Gras deep fry fête at Jo Vidrine's Freetown pad in this sixth episode of filmmaker Stephen Meaux's culinary series. Batter up for a pre-Mardi Gras deep fry fête at Jo...
Dans Ma Cuisine: pork chop rice & gravy
In this fifth episode of filmmaker Stephen Meaux's culinary series, Kyle Monceaux stirs up some serious comfort food. In this fifth episode of filmmaker Stephen Meaux's culinary series, Kyle Monceaux...
Saint Street Inn and Social Southern Bar & Table add brunch to Lafayette's Sunday menu. Saint Street Inn and Social Southern Bar & Table are getting in the brunch biz. The eateries have...
For Henri and Kevin Moore, the farmer's market is a labor of love. For Henri and Kevin Moore, the farmer's market is a labor of love. By Tyler F. Thigpen Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014 Farmer's markets...
Restaurant Review: Phares' Kitchen
Ambassador seafood and steak restaurant undergoes menu overhaul. Ambassador seafood and steak restaurant undergoes menu overhaul. By Kari Walker Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014 Photos by Kari Walker Chef...
Dans Ma Cuisine Episode 4: shrimp, chicken and okra gumbo
Frances Boothe of Nunez, who also happens to be filmmaker Stephen Meaux's grandmother, prepares a cool-weather fave. dans ma cuisine: Frances Boothe from Stephen Meaux on...
Dans Ma Cuisine Episode 3: shrimp zucchini linguine
Justin Stelly adds zest to his Saint Street kitchen in this third installment of filmmaker Stephen Meaux's food documentary series. dans ma cuisine: Justin Stelly from Stephen Meaux on...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Rusted Rooster's Zerben sandwich
Corned beef, melty cheese and rye bread ready for your lunchtime breakaway When breakfast time has passed, don't forget about this gem of a restaurant on St. Landry just on the borders of Downtown and...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: BiBi's Butter pecan cookie bar
A vegan and gluten-free bakery tasty enough for any skeptic BiBi's Patisserie sits on Pinhook Road in a quaint blue house brimming with unusual baked goods and robust cups of locally roasted coffee....
Dans Ma Cuisine Episode 2: Crawfish Étouffée
Photographer and Valcour Records co-founder Lucius Fontenot cooks up a classic in this second episode of filmmaker Stephen Meaux's culinary series. Photographer and Valcour Records co-founder Lucius...
Lafayette chefs and restaurants to be featured on national cooking show
Cooking Channel showcases a Canadian's trip to Cajun country Photo via Cooking Channel Chef Chuck Hughes of "Chuck's Eat the Street" visits area Lafayette restaurants and chefs like Bread...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Whole Wheatery Eatery's Eggplant Parmesan
Healthy plate lunches in the Oil Center are full of flavor and variety Tucked back in the Oil Center off Harding Street is the Whole Wheatery Eatery inside the Oil Center Health Food Store. This...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Poupart's Strawberry Delight
Layers of cake, cream and berries to satisfy your sweet tooth One of Lafayette's best pastry and baked goods shops has to be Poupart's. This long-standing icon is known for decadent cakes, breads and...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Twin's cheeseburger and cake balls
Grab a savory burger and a sweet treat to finish the meal Twins Burgers & Sweets offers plenty of tasty options on their menu, but we recommend trying the Twins cheeseburger. This burger has two...
Dans Ma Cuisine Episode 1: Turkey Neck Maque Choux
Toby Rodriguez of Lache Pas Boucherie et Cuisine in Grand Coteau prepares a favorite meal in this first episode of filmmaker Stephen Meaux's cooking series. For more on filmmaker Stephen Meaux and his...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Indulge's Oreo cookie brownie cake
Grab a glass of milk and slice this treat for sharing Indulge in Parc Lafayette is the place to be if you're a sugar lover - cake, cheesecake, cupcakes, tarts and tons of decadent chocolates. This...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Joey's Turducken breast sandwich
A true Cajun creation served on a jalapeño sourdough bun Your first thoughts of lunch today should be something from Joey's on Bertrand Drive - there are so many enticing options, you can't go wrong...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Village Café's Summer salad
Greens, crisp bacon and fresh corn topped with a creamy bleu cheese dressing If your looking for something light and fresh with all the flavors of summer, head over to Village Café and check out some...
EatLafayette Food, Wine, Beer & Spirits Experience announces participants
A comprehensive listing of special menu features, pairings and events for the week of Aug. 4-9 The first ever EatLafayette Food, Wine, Beer & Spirits Experience will happen the week of Aug. 4-9....
Juicing's health benefits lead to a proliferation of sellers in the Lafayette market. FARM TO TABLE By Tyler F. Thigpen Juicing's health benefits lead to a proliferation of sellers in the Lafayette...
EatLafayette Dish of the Month: E's Kitchen's spaghetti squash chicken pot pie
Go inside the kitchen with chef Michelle Youngberg Photos by Robin May Chef Mica and her spaghetti squash chicken pot pie Step through the doors of E's Kitchen at Parc Lafayette during lunchtime and...
Chef's Table Experience winner announced
Congratulations to Stella Theriot and seven friends who will enjoy a private dinner hosted by INDEats and EatLafayette INDEats and EatLafayette will host the Chef's Table Experience, a private dinner...
Filmmaker documents local foodways with Dans Ma Cuisine.' Stephen Meaux likes his kitchen, and hanging out with friends over a few drinks and a simmering pot. But then again, who doesn't? A member of...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Social's bacon and egg flatbread
Breakfast favorites served on a bubbly crust pair with a crisp salad Social Southern Table & Bar is a great place to try some crafty dishes utilizing the farm-to-table concept and a menu revolving...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: La Fonda's grilled tuna
A refreshing twist at a Lafayette institution comes served with a black bean salad stuffed avocado La Fonda and Lafayette have been synonymous for years when it comes to the place to find friends and...
Enter to win a private dining evening for eight
INDEats and EatLafayette want to give one lucky foodie and friends the most memorable meal - here's how you can win As part of this year's EatLafayette dining campaign, the Food, Wine, Beer and...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Johnson's Boucaniere's Country rib platter
Smoked meat, fresh sides and the best boudin around Take a trip downtown, follow your nose to Johnson's Boucaniere and let your stomach do the talking. You can't go wrong with any of the smoked...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Acme Taco's Deconstructed tamale
Carnitas, polenta and a verde sauce create layers of a Latin classic Acme Taco is anything but an ordinary Mexican restaurant as the menu is full of traditional favorites with Acme's own inventive...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Renaissance Market's Mediterranean Cobb salad
A yogurt-balsamic dressing and feta cheese give a twist to a classic You may have been to Renaissance Market to shop for antiques, but if you've never eaten in the Brasserie at Renaissance Market,...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Masala's lamb chops
An aromatic tomato and onion gravy complete this savory feast Indian cuisine is all about spice profiles and creating depth of flavor without an overly rich taste. The lamb chops Masala are such a...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: 1895's Snapper with fried oysters
Fresh asparagus and a white wine lemon butter sauce create the finishing touches for this seafood dish The menu might be simple and short at 1895 Cajun Cuisine & Pub, but don't expect this to mean...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Bread & Circus' Fried chicken
A buttermilk brined bird and side of mac and cheese ready for today's lunch Tucked off Bendel Road near Pinhook sits newcomer Bread & Circus Provisions - this growing hot-spot started out as a...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Sophi P's Peanut Butter Jelly Time cupcake
The best part of childhood, but without the crust Photos by Kari Walker Clockwise: Lemon-strawberry sha'bang, Granny's apple pie, Tiramisu, Peanut Butter Jelly Time Summertime as a child often meant...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Olde Tyme's fried catfish poboy
Grab this Friday special at everyone's favorite Saint Street sandwich stop Olde Tyme Grocery knows a thing or two about what makes a poboy one of the best simple meals around: Put meat or seafood...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Legends Annex's tuna wrap
Seared Ahi tuna, greens and a spicy Asian sauce ready for lunch Downtown Tucked Downtown across from Parc International sits Legends Annex, a popular hangout and lunch spot. The Annex is known for its...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Cajun Market Donut's Cake donuts
Go beyond glaze with revamped classics to start your morning If you want to be liked by all at the office, make a morning stop at Cajun Market Donut Company for a dozen reasons to be happy. While this...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Bon Temps Grill's Cajun Jerk chicken
Jamaica meets Louisiana on Verot School Road If a tropical vacation isn't in your summer plans, but you wish it was, then stop in Bon Temps Grill on Verot School Road and order the Cajun Jerk chicken...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Judice Inn's Cheeseburger with grilled onions
Sweet onions, salty cheese and a soft Evangeline Maid bun There's a reason Judice Inn has been dubbed "the best hamburgers in town" since opening in 1947 - is it the sauce or the perfect...
Win a Private Dining Evening for Eight
You and seven friends could be treated to the INDEats and EatLafayette Chef's Table Experience. As part of this year's EatLafayette dining campaign, the Food, Wine, Beer and Spirits Experience will...
EatLafayette Dish of the Month: Jolie's Redfish LaFreniere
Go inside the Jolie's kitchen with Executive Chef Greg Doucet Photos by Robin May Jolie's Louisiana Bistro Executive Chef Greg Doucet may be only 26 years old but is proving he can hold his own in...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Coyote Blues' Shrimp and crawfish chimichangas
A crispy fried tortilla jam-packed with seafood and Mexican flavors Coyote Blues is an original culinary treat - it's Mexican with a little Louisiana twist. Using only fresh ingredients, they...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Charley G's Wood grilled mahi mahi
Fragrant basil and refreshing watermelon blend with fresh fish Charley G's is known for tender beef cooked over southern hardwoods, but don't miss the equally divine seafood dishes prepared in a...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Café Habana's Lecho asado
Tender, marinated pork roast with mojo sauce is a true Cuban delight. Photo by Kari Walker Lechon asado at Café Habana City is tender, marinated pork roast with two sides When the idea of pork roast...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Poor Boy's Riverside Inn's Raw oysters
It's simple seafood served on the half-shell Lafayette has some great seafood restaurants, and even though Poor Boy's Riverside Inn is in Broussard, you should definitely add it to your list of...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Café Vermilionville's seared duck
Foie gras, chickpeas and oven-roasted tomatoes create elegance on Pinhook Road Step back in time the moment you step through the doors of Café Vermilionville - the iconic building is rich in history...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Antoni's baked salmon
Light and fresh fish from a special prix fixe menu Antoni's Italian Café in the Oil Center Gardens is the place for a casual lunch or an intimate dinner for two. During EatLafayette, Antoni's is...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Chris' Poboys
Fried shrimp poboy and a muffaletta lovers rejoice at this sandwich shop On most days a sandwich for lunch seems boring - if that's the case, you haven't been to Chris' Poboys. This sandwich shop...
EatLafayette Dish of the day: Blue Dog Café's Louisiana Purchase
Cajun dining with a side of George Rodrigue's beloved pup Photos by Madeline Hurst Crabmeat Florentine, Louisiana Purchase and bread pudding from Blue Dog Café Everybody loves the late George...
EatLafayette Dish of the day: Hub City Diner's grilled shrimp and fried green tomato salad
Fresh greens, succulent shrimp and a housemade remoulade Summertime is here and if the heat has you in search of a refreshing lunch that won't leave you bursting at the seams, then head over to Hub...
The price is right for a relaxed meal Downtown Artmosphere offers varited at a low price for lunchtime $6 can't get you much these days, but it can get you lunch and a drink over at Artmosphere...
Zea treats dads to a few brews
Father's Day four-pack of handcrafted beer is on the house Dads get a four-pack of Zea beer free on Father's Day Zea Rotisserie & Grill knows dads like an ice-cold beer more than another tie in...
The Local Pantry at Brick & Spoon
Pop in at the pop up Brick & Spoon's parking lot transforms into a market while the restaurant hosts locally-sourced menu and guest chefs. What happens when you mix one part dinner party with a...
Enter for a chance to win EatLafayette kickoff event passes
It's national donut day and we want to know your ultimate flavor for a chance to win The EatLafayette kickoff event will be held Tuesday, June 17 at the Heymann Center and IND Eats is giving you a...
Dish of the day: Rice Kings' Korean pork tacos
Charred pork and spicy sauce elevate a simple street eat Top: Korean pork tacos, Bottom: nacho dumplings Today's dish of the day is a taste of Korea rolled up in a portable tortilla - let the Korean...
Social's Lessons in Libations series returns
The art of the cocktail pairs with good company Photo by Kari Walker Social's Blackberry bourbon lemonade was one of June's Lessons in Libations featured drinks. Social Southern Table and Bar's Eli...
Short film on the popular Cajun creation explains the boom of the beloved diet staple Ever wonder who has the best boudin around? The latest film produced by Randy Foreman for Munchies, an online...
Community Coffee damned with faint praise by fancy java jerk
Yes, there is a Barista Guild of America, and it's as pretentious and snobbish as one would imagine. The contenders Evidently Community Coffee has moved up into the big league of "first-wave...
EatLafayette Dish of the month: Tsunami's Southern Sake
Go inside the Tsunami kitchen with executive chef Jerrod Adams as he cooks up fresh salmon and collard greens Photo by Robin May Tsunami Executive Chef Jerrod Adams isn't afraid to get his hands...
10 things to know before you geaux EatLafayette
It's baaack! Are you ready? EatLafayette is the summer-long dining campaign that this year celebrates a decade of supporting Lafayette's locally owned restaurants. Before you pick your next place to...
Boucherie master Toby Rodriguez holds onto a Cajun culinary tradition. BOUCHERIE MASTER TOBY RODRIGUEZ HOLDS ONTO A CAJUN CULINARY TRADITION. BY TYLER F. THIGPEN Monday, June 2, 2014 Photos by...
Pick a few tapas and share with friends at the Downtown spot One of my favorite places to go at the end of the week is Pamplona Tapas Bar on Jefferson Street in Downtown Lafayette. I am never...
Cricket's Kitchen opens in Broussard
New plate lunch and Cajun cooking spot also features drive-thru Fried pork chops are one of the plate lunch specialties at Cricket's Kitchen. If your day's travels include a venture down Highway 90,...
Body Plus' smoothies, juices and quick bites help get you bikini-ready PBJ smoothie from Body Plus is loaded with protein and just as delicious as its sandwich counterpart Now that Memorial Day...
Dish of the Day: Saint Street Inn's Curried chicken salad pita
Spices of India stuffed in a lunchtime pocket Many people, including myself love a basic chicken salad made from a little mayo, chopped chicken and maybe diced boiled egg or pickle relish as a...
Straws and Claws: a match made in Louisiana heaven
Boiled seafood and snowballs in a one-stop shop It seems as though I cannot go a day or two without hearing someone make a reference to two common staples in late spring and early summer food groups...
Cooking demo creates a stir at the Horse Farm Market
Paul Ayo of E's Kitchen hosts free class Saturday Photo by Kari Walker Mary Hernandez, a farm vendor helps a customer select seasonal produce for cooking at the Market at the Horse Farm. Are you a...
Scott McCue represents Acadiana at the Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off
Cypress Bayou executive chef prepares for NOFWE tasting event and competition Photo courtesy of Cypress Bayou Executive chef Scott McCue of Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel is the only chef from Acadiana...
Bertolazzi, Carpe Diem! honored
The co-owner of Downtown Lafayette's Carpe Diem! Gelato-Espresso Bar walked away from last weekend's Gelato World Tour in Austin's Republic Square with one of two Technical Jury Awards for her La...
Decadent dessert delights can be found at a unique Parc Lafayette café I found myself at the doorstep of Indulge staring face-to-face with a happy looking picture of a slice of cake while window...
Dish of the day: Brick & Spoon's soft shell crab BLT
Crispy bacon, soft shell crab and veggies piled high on sourdough An end of the work week deserves a lunch to set the tone of the weekend ahead- something indulgent that brings a smile to your face....
Eat out and give back to St. Joseph Diner
Dine for the Diner community partners give 10 percent today and help Lafayette Catholic Service Center's mission to feed the indigent Photo via Lafayette Catholic Service Centers St. Joseph Diner...
Give mom and the stove a break with a little luxury at Jolie's or Ruffino's on the River She does the laundry. She drives the kids. And she's probably the one who's cooking dinner tonight - we call...
Village Café's Conner, Link's Peche in culinary spotlight
Louisiana Cookin' magazine names VC's Jeremy Conner among its Chefs to Watch, while James Beard bestows high praise on Acadiana native Donald Link. Jeremy Conner, a 2014 Louisiana Cookin' Chef to...
Bread & Circus Provisions begins Saturday service Bread & Circus is open for lunch, dinner and now brunch service on Saturdays. Choose to dine inside or alfresco at a table for two. Search no...
Brian and Dawn Gotreaux and their 10 (!) children breathe new life into a fading agricultural model. Brian and Dawn Gotreaux and their 10 (!) children breathe new life into a fading agricultural...
IND Eats spring dining guide hits newsstands
Find descriptive listings of more than 200 local restaurants, along with images of scrumptious dishes by food photographer Denny Culbert INSPIRED Acadiana's culinary scene is a love affair between...
All the buzz at Social Southern Table and Bar
Fresh and local menu flavors create a seasonal springtime feast Chef Marc Krampe and the Social Southern Table and Bar folks are constantly changing the menu to give guests unique cuisine - with a...
Evolve helps teach juicing at home
Class at E's Kitchen educates how health begins in the produce aisle Photo via Evolve Fresh pressed juice from Evolve is as refreshing and delicious as it is colorful Have you ever wondered how you...
Dish of the day: Loco's Southwestern seafood pasta
Everyday is a fiesta at this Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel eatery It's almost May and time to make plans for celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a little Mexican spice. Make plans to travel down to Charenton...
The low-down on what to try this weekend when you head Downtown for the most wonderful time of the year Maybe you've heard this one before - "Man, I really love the crawfish nachos at Dean-O's....
INNOV8 the Plate event showcases local food
Producers, manufacturers, restaurants and chefs host roundtable and tasting Photo by Robin May Tastes from Brick and Spoon and other local restaurants and food vendors happen April 28 as part of...
Dish of the day: Charley G's lamb French dip
Tender meat and crispy bread create a white-linen-worthy sandwich Charley G's has long been a destination for white linen dinner dining, but don't forget about this crowd-favorite when it comes to...
Cajun Country Rice goes with the grain
Pop-up dinner of chef Justin Girouard's creations reflect farming traditions {igallery id=1478|cid=63|pid=1|type=category|children=0|addlinks=0|tags=|limit=0} Louisiana Cookin' Magazine and Cajun...
Egg-citing ideas for sharing at family gatherings Easter gatherings are fast approaching and if your plans include the need pick up a treat or two to bring to a party, here are a few ideas to fill the...
Suck the heads, pinch the tails
Is there really such a thing as too much crawfish? Stock photo South Louisiana lives to eat - and this time of year, most folks are finding an excuse to need to indulge in a few pounds of everyone's...
Dish of the day: Viva la Waffle's Rosceaux
Southern love, food truck-style Nothing says Southern flavor quiet like chicken and waffles and there's no better place to grab this dish for lunch than from Viva la Waffle. The Rosceaux is one of...
Dish of the day: French Press' Croque Madame
Ham-and-cheese-sandwich-heaven served with crispy frites Most think of breakfast or brunch when The French Press is mentioned, but the vast selections on the lunch menu are love at first bite. There's...
Two upcoming dinner series events that will inspire people who love to eat Swamp Pop soda fans should mark their calendars for Thursday, April 17 and call Café Vermilionville. The second dinner...
Dish of the day: Artmosphere's grilled veggie pizza
Relaxed downtown dining gets garden fresh Grilled veggies and fres herbs top a crispy crust on this pizza for one at Artmosphere If you're looking to try something different for lunch or dinner with...
Acadiana Table's George Graham makes SAVEUR list
Local food blogger nominated for regional award needs your help to win. Photo by George Graham via Acadiana Table George Graham's Acadiana Table is a local food blog revolving around Cajun and Creole...
Dish of the day: Saigon Noodle's beef Pho
Traditional Vietnamese soup with endless varieties of flavor Photo by Kari Walker via Instagram Beef Pho from Saigon Noodle is a blend of comfort and spice. Saigon Noodle is a quaint little Vietnamese...
Restaurant Preview: Grub Burger Bar
Bold burgers and spiked shakes find a home in Parc Lafayette Photo by Robin May Megan Braniff Klock local Grub Burger Bar franchise owner will open her first Lousiana location in Parc Lafayette in...
Chef Jeremy Conner pulls together a fabulous meal to help Second Harvest battle hunger in Acadiana.
Mary and Roy Patout find their slow-food niche. Photos by Molly Richard Farmers' markets are platforms for small business owners to share their wares and sell unique, artisanal, hand-made products....
Dish of the day: Taco Sisters fish tacos
Smoked tuna and veggies rolled in a tortilla for a Lenten lunch It's another Lenten Friday, and for those looking to escape the bloat of a fried seafood platter or poboy, take a trip down Johnston...
Pork, beer and music take over City Park to benefit pediatric cancer Photo by Lucius Fontenot Toby Rodriguez and Jeremy Conner will compete on team Seersucker Collective this weekend at Hogs for the...
Spring courtyard series begins at Café Vermilionville
Small plates, cocktails and a musical serenade If you're looking for a mid-week outdoor dining experience to celebrate the arrival of spring, consider heading over to Café Vermilionville for this...
Brunch returns to Village Café
Sunday tradition welcomes spring Village Café's Sunday brunch returns as a welcome to spring and weather that's inviting for outdoor dining. Chef Jeremy Conner's menu is a blend of brunch favorites...
Dish of the week: Franken-Lamb!
Yeah, it's smoked venison sausage stuffed in a suckling pig stuffed in a lamb and roasted over an open fire. There's turducken - a chicken stuffed in a duck stuffed in a turkey. But for barbecue...
Restaurant Profile: Black Café
A cup of coffee and Scotch eggs feed the soul beneath Uptown Lofts. Looking for a new coffee shop hangout to read the paper, study for exams or grab a quick and quiet bite with friends? Then pop into...
Swamp Pop launches dinner series
Jolie's Louisiana Bistro cooks up menu inspired by local cane sugar soda flavors Swamp Pop will begin its first-ever dinner series at Jolie's Louisiana Bistro on Tuesday, Feb. 27, the five course menu...
Lafayette chef receives James Beard Foundation nod
Justin Girouard of The French Press among list of acclaimed Southern chefs Photo via The French Press Chef Justin Girouard of The French Press The James Beard Foundation released its 2014...
Dish of the Day: Bread & Circus' Fire Bird sandwich
Be one of the first to try this Bendel Road eatery Photo by Kari Walker Bread & Circus' Fire Bird sandwich balances smoke, spice and sweetness, an all-around palate pleaser. Bread & Circus...
Brunchin' for Acadiana Center for the Arts
Calling all Social-ites - this mimosa's for you On Sunday, Feb. 23 the Acadiana Center for the Arts will host an event at Social Southern Table and bar called AcA's Krewe of Social-ites. The only...
Carnival-inspired cocktails and appetizers at Café Vermilionville Café Vermilionville is ready to get the party started when it comes to Mardi Gras. The Pinhook Road restaurant has a cocktail and...
Love is sweet at Lolli's Chocolates
Oil Center shop is ready for Valentine's Day Photo by Kari Walker Assorted chocolate gift boxes from Lolli's Chocolates start at $14.99 with optional in town delivery Once you've order the roses,...
Learn Cajun craft with the help of ‘Guided Hands'
At the end of the night, participants will be able to eat a rabbit stew they cooked themselves. Embracing and learning the skills of our Cajun, Creole and Native American forebears has never been...
Pop champagne and pop the question
Romance and Ruth's Chris Steak House create a Valentine's Day to remember If a way to a man's heart is through his stomach, then ladies, have him take you to Ruth's Chris for Valentine's Day and maybe...
Going underground with the Skeleton Kroux
A mash up of Lafayette's finest chefs livens up late night food Everyone knows what happens after a night out bar hopping - hunger strikes and on the way home you might swing by a drive-through for...
For better or worse, these couples rise above while working together Photo by Kari Walker Justin and Margaret Girouard, owners of The French Press Margaret and Justin Girouard are an ordinary married...
Agave opens third location at Parc Lafayette
Winter woes turn to tropical dreams with the spice of Mexico No doubt winter storm Leon has you thinking of times spent in warmer weather - luckily the Mexican hot spot, Agave Mexican Grill and...
Dish of the Day: Social's kimchi frites
Korean flavors and crispy potatoes pair in this new menu item Social Southern Table and Bar celebrated its one year anniversary and rolled out its new menu items earlier this week and one of the...
Jefferson Street Pub's fish taco night and burger bar
Cure your mid-week blues with two nightly specials downtown It's Wednesday and we are officially half way to the weekend - midweek is the perfect time to get out of the kitchen and try something new...
Local chefs and foodies tell us what they see on the rise in the culinary world this the year Just like in fashion, food has its own trends - I'm very sorry curly lettuce garnish, you wore out your...
Troy and Kara Primeaux have turned a love of peppers into a spicy ingredient in Acadiana's slow-food revolution. Photos by Travis Gauthier / Zoom Photo Studio Kara and Troy Primeaux Peppers are an...
So long, salad. Eating out and healthy is more than rabbit food. No doubt one of your New Year's resolutions is to get healthier - a big part of accomplishing this goal is what you are putting in your...
Swamp Pop expands to shelves nationwide
Louisiana sugar cane soda now found at 270 Cost Plus World Market locations Locally produced Swamp Pop soda is being sold nationwide at 270 Cost Plus World Market locations. On Dec. 30, the fizzy...
Stock the NYE bar to ring in 2014
Last minute options of sparkling wine from Philippe's Wine Cellar 2013, you've been kind, but it's time to show some respect to the new year by raising our glasses and toasting what's ahead. The...
Drink of the week: Ruffino's on the River's 'Winter'
Fill your glass with some sparkle before the clock strikes midnight Christmas has wrapped itself up into a crumpled pile of paper and bows waiting on the curb, and attention has turned to New Year's...
Drink of the week: Pamplona's Hot buttered rum
Sugar, spice and everything nice Hot buttered rum is a classic drink perfect for any holiday gathering when there's a chill in the air. The warmer temps may have moved in for the weekend, but once old...
Where to dine in New Orleans for the bowl weekend
Eat your way through New Orleans over the bowl weekend with this guide to local dining. Go hungry, leave satisfied. New Orleans is going to be as much about food and drink this weekend as it is about...
Drink of the week: POUR's Christmas Kitty
Accept no substitutions for homemade Eggnog Nothing says the holidays quite like Eggnog - but, let's get real, no one wants that pre-made stuff. Have you ever had REAL Eggnog? It's the soul-stirring...
E's Kitchen hosts grand re-opening
Week long specials and a ribbon cutting celebration held in Parc Lafayette E's Kitchen is in the middle of celebrating a week devoted to its grand re-opening - the culinary needs and gadget store...
Drink of the week: Social's Salted Pralines and Cream
Flavors of mama's holiday sweet treat with a twist IND Eats holiday drink of the week is Social Southern Table and Bar's Salted Pralines and Cream. This Bourbon-based cocktail is everything you love...
Chef John Besh comes to Lafayette
Cooking from the Heart book signing tour hosted at Barnes & Noble On Wednesday Dec. 4, James Beard award-winning chef John Besh will be in town at Barnes & Noble as part of a book signing tour...
This labyrinth of seemingly disorganized plants is a rare find in South Louisiana. This labyrinth of seemingly disorganized plants is a rare find in South Louisiana. By Tyler F. Thigpen Monday, Dec....
Move over Eggnog - mixology makes merry this holiday season Photo by Kari Walker Christmas on the Bayou is a sip of local flavors like Spiced Bayou Rum, Canebrake wheat ale and fresh satsuma...
Five reasons to try Five Guys - just not today
Fry fanatics and burger lovers couldn't wait a minute longer to chow down The long-awaited Five Guys Burgers and Fries opened today at 4302 Ambassador Caffery Parkway and by the looks of the parking...
Praise the lard for La Boucherie Merci
The705 gives thanks to the community with a traditional Cajun experience at Vermilionville The inaugural La Boucherie Merci happens Sunday, Nov. 24 from 7 a.m until 6 p.m. at Vermilionville as a...
Horsing around at Pack & Paddle
Pint Night expected to draw crowd for Friends of the Horse Farm benefit As Lafayette Central Park, Inc. continues with community forums on planning the development of the Horse Farm, the folks at Pack...
Traditional Cajun food preparation and seasonal produce create a dinner under the stars. It was fiddles, good company and a full moon as local foodies gathered at Bayou Teche Brewery for Cochon de...
Closure of Brennan's spotlights family feuds
Brennan's Restaurant - "A New Orleans Tradition Since 1946" - is closed, the latest shoe to fall in 40 years of headline-grabbing family discord and costly litigation over matters of...
Bayou Rum and Louisiana Spirits grand opening celebration
Make the drive to Lacassine this Saturday to taste the "Spirit of Louisiana" Louisiana Spirits located in Lacassine will open its facility this Saturday, Nov. 16 from 9:30 a.m. until 5:30...
Frank's International chili cook-off happens Thursday
Make plans to feel the heat at the Acadiana Mall. According to KATC Weather, a cool front is expected to sweep across the area Wednesday evening - The chilly air will be perfect for eating chili at...
Pig & Plough Suppers presents: Cochon de Lune
Eat, drink and be merry at Bayou Teche Brewing On Nov. 17, Pig & Plough Suppers is hosting Cochon, de Lune, a pig roast, gelato and beer tasting to benefit Acadiana Food Circle. Pig & Plough's...
IND Eats Dining Guide online edition available now
In this issue we added a category called On the Geaux, featuring chefs who approach the restaurant business a little differently than most by serving great meals from a food truck. The IND Eats Dining...
The Outreach Center's Palates and Pâté event offers edible art. The Outreach Center's Palates and Pâté event offers edible art. By Kari Walker Friday, Nov. 1, 2013 Photos by Robin May CChef Peter...
Locally produced potent potables complement the slow-food menu in Acadiana. Locally produced potent potables complement the slow-food menu in Acadiana. By Tyler F. Thigpen / photos by tracie...
Arcadian now open on Jefferson Street
Nostalgic arcade games and inventive pub menu available from lunch to late-night Gamers, have no fear - the long awaited opening of Arcadian is here. IND Eats had the opportunity to visit this arcade...
Olde Tyme Grocery poboy eating contest returns
Ready. Set. Eat! Photo by: Kari Walker The Olde Tyme Special, a classic sandwich offered at the popular Saint Streets eatery Do you love poboys? Do you love Olde Tyme? Do you love both so much you...
Miss the link? Boudin Cook-Off is Saturday!
Two of the most popular words in Acadiana - "boudin" and "free" - will be linked on Saturday at Parc Sans Souci when the 6th annual Boudin Cook-Off takes place from 10 a.m.-4...
Beer fest to support AcA happens Saturday at the Horse Farm. On Saturday, Oct. 19, from 6-9 p.m., the 7th annual Gulf Brew takes over the Horse Farm to showcase more than 120 beers, live music and...
Bread & Circus Provisions pop-up deli at ArtWalk
An inventive snack bar takes over Genterie Supply Co. Saturday night If you're headed to ArtWalk tomorrow evening, check out the pop-up deil by Bread & Circus Provisions over at Genterie Supply...
Runaway Dish presents Smoked Screen
The charitable chef-showcase dinner series returns to benefit Southern Screen Film Festival The creative minds behind Runaway Dish have announced the chefs for the upcoming prix fixe dinner series...
A Chicago restaurant has cooked up a controversial burger of the month for October, garnishing it with an unconsecrated communion wafer and a red wine reduction sauce. CHICAGO (AP) - A Chicago...
Local foodie gears up for MasterChef
Business owner auditions for spot on FOX reality cooking show. Photo by: Robin May Lafayette kitchen goods retailer Paul Ayo loves food and cooking, so it only seems natural that he might be the next...
Recipe Rundown: Nutty chocolate caramel corn
Sweet and savory treat for fall flings. It may only be the first week of October, but I have my sights - and stomach - set on some treats that scream fall and of course, Halloween. During a recent...
Entrepreneurial spirit, foodies and a dash of retro bring life to vacant Jefferson Street buildings. RESTAURANT PREVIEW By Kari Walker Jefferson Street has long been a popular nightlife destination,...
Off the beaten path ideas for date nights - it's anything but dinner and a movie. INDEATS ALL OVER OCTOBER Off the beaten path ideas for date nights - it's anything but dinner and a movie. By Kari...
Acadiana Food Day is about much more - or is it less? - than local cuisine. FARM TO TABLE By Tyler F. Thigpen Acadiana Food Day is about much more - or is it less? - than local cuisine. Move over...
INDEats' picks for seasonal tastes Social Southern Table and Bar's fall menu debuted yesterday, and Chef Marc Krampe has crafted several new seasonal dishes rich in autumn flavors. INDEats sampled the...
La. touting its beers on new Craft Brewery Trail
The trail has seven breweries so far, all accessible from Interstates 10 and 12: Abita Brewing Company, Bayou Teche Brewing, Chafunkta Brewing Company, Covington Brewhouse, NOLA Brewing Company,...
Rank Wildcat Spirits takes home Washington Cup. David Meaux and Cole LeBlanc, the faces behind Sweet Crude Rum, are toasting in celebration as their rum recently received top honors in the Washington...
Cafe Vermilionville's Courtyard Concert Series returns
Local music and al fresco dining welcome fall beginning Wednesday. Café Vermilionville's Courtyard Concert Series returns this Wednesday, Sept. 18 with Troy Richard and Friends staring off the season....
Recipe Rundown: Cajun Bloody Marys and Touchdown Trail Mix
Crowd pleasers for Saturday tailgating. If you're headed out to pass a good time with friends tailgating at Cajunfield and looking for some ideas for your game day menu, try these two from the Junior...
Dish of the Day: Sonic's Ragin' Cajun burger
Sink your teeth into some UL spirit. After an overwhelming success during last year's football season, area Sonic locations are again offering the Ragin' Cajun burger. It's a cheeseburger topped with...
Swamp Pop makes its retail debut
Locally owned sugar cane soda line on sale at Rouses. Jean Lafitte Ginger Ale is one of four Swamp Pop flavors now available. Swamp Pop Soda hits shelves Thursday at 22 Rouses locations - including...
Dish of the Month: The Lab's Summertime Hot Chocolate
Fall may be less than a month away, but it's certain South Louisiana weather will continue to offer temps that are less than accommodating for sweaters, scarves and fuzzy boots. Fall may be less than...
What it means to EatLafayette and life beyond a summer of carbs. What it means to EatLafayette and life beyond a summer of carbs. story and photos By kari Walker Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013 For the past 11...
No longer just a niche, farmers' markets are spreading the health across Lafayette. No longer just a niche, farmers' markets are spreading the health across Lafayette. By Tyler F. Thigpen / photos by...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: La Fonda's steak fajita wrap
La Fonda has been serving up legendary margaritas and Mexican food since 1957. INDEats ends the week at an iconic Lafayette restaurant - La Fonda. Today's Dish of the Day is the steak fajita wrap...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: iMonelli's softshell crab and lump crabmeat
White linen and candlelight perfect this table for two. If you're in search of white linen dining with candlelight, take your sweetheart to iMonelli and order today's Dish of the Day - two softshell...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Philippe's wine pariings
Two Argentinaian wines to complete a romantic dinner at home. INDEats is pouring up a twist on Dish of the Day - today, we are featuring wine pairings from Philippe's Wine Cellar. The 2011 Dona Paula...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Blue Dog Café's crawfish enchilada
Date night dinner and local art satisfy all the senses. At first glance, it's obvious Blue Dog Café has a certain Cajun joie de vivre by the lively painting and prints of artist George Rodrigue...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Nash's shrimp and spinach lasagna
Seafood, pasta, and creamy cheeses layered together create bold flavor. Nash's shrimp and spinach lasagna in Old Broussard is today's Dish of the Day-fresh baby spinach is steamed and folded into...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Nimbeaux's crawfish bisque
A classic Cajun soup awaits you on Pinhook Road. INDEats Dish of the Day to end a week of Cajun inspired meals is the crawfish bisque from Nimbeaux's. For only $12.99, this generous portion of spicy...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Joey's Snacking tasso
A spicy cured pork sandwich - it's Cajun to geaux Today's Dish of the Day from Joey's is bursting with Cajun flavor - the Snacking Tasso Po'boy is the right blend of spice, salt, and crunch. It starts...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Riverside Inn's sautéed crabmeat
This buttery crab is worth the drive to Broussard. Let Poor Boy's Riverside Inn in Broussard do the peeling for you with its famous lump crabmeat sautéed in butter. Simple is king with this dish, but...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Lagneaux's soft-shell crab
Crab served at its finest. From the Zydeco music to the food in your belly, Lagneaux's, King of Seafood, on Ridge Road lives up to its name. Family owned and operated since 1969, Lagneaux's is...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Bon Temps Grill's seafood creole cobb salad
Start off a week of Cajun eats with this Verot School Road dish. Bon Temps Grill is presenting Lafayette with a seafood dish on the lighter side. Today's Dish of the Day is the seafood creole cobb...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Zeus' chicken shawerma
Greek and Lebanese dishes mark the last stamp on IND Eats' passport. IND Eats' last stop for this week around the world is a sampling of Greek and Lebanese dishes from Zeus. Today's Dish of the Day is...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Masala's Tandoori chicken
Aromatic spices and traditional Tandoori cooked meats awaken the senses. Masala Indian Kitchen on Kaliste Saloom is the destination in Lafayette for dishes rich in aromatic spices, Tandoori cooked...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Hibachi Hero's chicken hibachi
Hibachi grill flavors make for great curbside dining. Are you ever in the mood for hibachi, but don't have the time to dine in? Consider Hibachi Hero the solution to your problem - a food truck on a...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Antoni's lasagna
Enjoy old world atmosphere and cuisine in the heart of the Oil Center. Since 1996, authentic Italian cuisine has been served at Antoni's Italian Café tucked in the back of the Oil Center Gardens. This...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Café Habana City's Ropa Vieja
Traditional Cuban flavors and service make you feel like "la familia" In English, the name of today's Dish of the Day literally means "old clothes," but the taste is far from...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Romacelli's special
With locations in Lafayette and Youngsville, Romacelli is the place to satisfy your envie for Italian. With locations in Lafayette and Youngsville and dynamite recipes for gourmet pizza, Romacelli is...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Deano's Ashley's Guiltless pizza
Don't feel guilty about this pizza and appetizer combo. The slogan is "pizza like no other," and Deano's delivers on this promise with today's Dish of the Day. Ashley's Guiltless Pizza...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: La Pizzeria's Crab Amoré pizza
Crabmeat on pizza - now, that's amoré. Cajun and Italian flavors fuse together to create the Crab Amoré pizza at La Pizzeria, located in The Park Shopping Center on Ambassador Caffery. Photo by:...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: BJ's Mexican pizza
Can't decide between Mexican or Italian for lunch? Get both on a pizza at BJ's. For big flavor that dips south of the border, come into BJ's Pizza and Deli on Congress Street to try the Mexican pizza,...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Alesi's Hawaiian special
Put your pizza on island time. The first Italian restaurant in Lafayette since 1957 is still tossing up some of the best pizza in town. Alesi Pizza House on Johnston Street is featuring the Hawaiian...
Dish of the Month: Social's Smoked Shrimp and Corn Polenta
Social Southern Table & Bar believes in two philosophies: be real, eat good. Friday, Aug. 2, 2013 By Kari Walker Social Southern Table & Bar believes in two philosophies: be real, eat good....
Get your veggie garden on! Get your veggie garden on! By Tyler F. ThigpeN PHOTOS BY TRACIE FONTENOT Friday, Aug. 2, 2013 In South Louisiana vegetable gardens are as much of a household staple as a...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Jolie's ceviche
Bring a pretty blonde to this Pinhook restaurant for a South American seafood classic. Jolie's menu is full of options that are fresh, local and seasonal and the ceviche delivers on all three of these...
Generations learn from the past to move toward the future in family-owned Lafayette restaurants. Generations learn from the past to move toward the future in family-owned Lafayette restaurants. By...
Dish of the Month: Social's Smoked Shrimp and Corn Polenta
Social Southern Table & Bar believes in two philosophies: be real, eat good. Social Southern Table & Bar believes in two philosophies: be real, eat good. By Kari Walker Friday, Aug. 2,...
Get your veggie garden on! Get your veggie garden on! By Tyler F. Thigpen / PHOTOS BY tRACIE fONTENOT Friday, Aug. 2, 2013 In South Louisiana vegetable gardens are as much of a household staple as a...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: POUR and Village Cafe's cocktail hour trio
A cool cocktail, seared tuna, and an arugula salad create a meal worthy of the sweat life. Nestled in Degaulle Square at River Ranch sits two culinary gems - Village Cafe' and POUR. Thursday's Dish of...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Sandra's spaghetti and meatballs
Nix traditional pasta for a carb-smart replacement of spaghetti squash. Calorie counters, organic fiends, and all-natural eaters, look no further than Sandra's Cafe and Health Food Store's spaghetti...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Whole Wheatery Eatery's roasted turkey sandwich
Looking for a quick and light lunch bite? Search no further than the Oil Center. For a hearty lunch that won't bust the waistline, try Whole Wheatery Eatery's roasted turkey sandwich. Slow roasted...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Rachael's Paleo meatloaf
Comfort food for the health conscious. Rachael's Cafe to many is considered a Cajun cafe, but their healthy dining options are impressive. INDEats starts a week of health conscious fare with Rachael's...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Twin's double cheeseburger
Double the beef means double the flavor. Owners and twin brothers Billy and Danny Guilbeaux are not the only things that come in twos - Twin's Burgers and Sweets in the South College shopping center...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Agave's Fiesta burger
A great burger begins with chips and salsa. When the debate over who has the best burger in town is on the table, you might scratch your head when someone says Agave Grill & Cantina. But this...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Freetown Fries' french dip fry
This spud's for you - fry creations hot off the food truck. Freetown Fries takes prides in crispy, fresh, never frozen hand-cut fries cooked in peanut oil. The menu features a variety of toppings for...
IberiaBank and FoodNet rally to end hunger
IberiaBank and FoodNet have teamed up to host a food truck rally Wednesday, July 24, at the IberiaBank branch at 322 Settlers Trace. IberiaBank and FoodNet have teamed up to host a food truck rally...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Fat Pat's chili cheese coney
Take me out to the ball game - or just take me to Fat Pat's. It's National Hot Dog Day, and if you have a craving for this ball park classic, head over to Fat Pat's for one of its crafty dogs. Today's...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Burgersmith's organic burger
USDA Organic beef is the foundation for this made-to-order burger. Dish of the Day starts this week of Pub Grub with lunch at Burgersmith, where you'll have to try the organic burger. Not every patty...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Sophi P's Sweet Crude Rum daiquiri cupcakes
Is it a cupcake or a cocktail? Let your tastebuds decide. Sophi P. Cakes has whipped up two tasty treats especially for the EatLafayette campaign. The strawberry daiquiri and banana daiquiri cupcakes...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Southside Bakery's mini cakes
Let them eat cake who says you need a wedding? Any one of Southside Bakery's mini cakes are all the delicious delights of a wedding cake without having to attend the ceremony. From butter pecan,...
Tales of the Cocktail returns to Nola to celebrate mixology
In true Louisiana fashion, there's a festival for everything - even cocktails. The 11th annual Tales of the Cocktail begins Wednesday, July 17, in New Orleans and runs through July 21. The festival...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Poupart's Vendée Globe
A piece of French history crafted into decadent chocolate Every four years in Les Sables d'Olonnes, France, thousands of yachts line the banks of the Atlantic to begin the Vendée Globe, a boat race...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Everything Else is Cake's gluten-free chocolate cupcake
Cupcakes, cakes and cookies for any dietary need Today's Dish of the Day comes from Everything Else is Cake on Bertrand Drive. This bakery is more than just desserts - it offers gluten-free options...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: The Lab's affogato
Drown end of the weekend sorrows in a cup of espresso and handcrafted cold creams. It's EatLafayette Sweet Treats week over at The IND, and if you're having a case of the Mondays, stop by The Lab in...
AcA's Gulf Brew festival heads to Horse Farm
Changes are brewing for the annual beer festival. Acadiana Center for the Arts is moving this year's Gulf Brew to greener pastures. The annual beer festival that supports the arts has been held in...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Cafe' Vermilionville's foie gras PB&J
It's five o'clock somewhere - stop in Cafe' Vermilionville for a bite and a Sweet Crude Rum cocktail. INDEats wraps up this week's series of Dish of the Day with a special edition we like to call...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Saint Street Inn's farmers market panini
Farm fresh veggies make this dish local to the core. If a lighter summertime lunch is what you are craving, stop by the The Saint Street Inn today. One word best described the menu: fresh. The Inn...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Johnson's Boucaniere's smoked meat baked potato
Get ready to be stuffed. Johnson's Boucaniere is well-known for its smoked meats, and today you should try one of the meats stuffed inside a potato. The smoked meat potato starts with a buttery baked...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Rusted Rooster's The Couillon
It's Southern-fried heaven on a Bootsie's buttermilk biscuit. When you're looking for a breakfast spot in the Saints Streets area, swing by Rusted Rooster and try The Coullion - a buttermilk biscuit...
Dixie Beer: The brand perseveres, but the brewery?
Dixie is brewed in Wisconsin now. The New Orleans brewery hasn't re-opened since Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005. And progress, in the form of a sprawling new medical complex and a disputed property...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Olde Tyme Special
New Orleans style Poor Boys have been a Saints Streets staple for more than 30 years - order the Special to taste why. Olde Tyme Grocery has been a Saints Street dining tradition since Glenn Murphree...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Coyote Blues' mesquite sirloin
Mesquite grilled flavor and Mexican spices are on the grill at Coyote Blues. The menu says it best: "If Mexico and Louisiana were neighbors, Coyote Blues would be a border town." While known...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Lil Daddy's family pack
Big BBQ flavor can be found in a gas station on Evangeline Thruway. Whether you're on your way out of town or on your way back in Wednesday, make a pit stop at Lil Daddy's Real Pit Barbeque in the...
Martinis 2013 begins Tuesday to benefit Healing House
Shaken or stirred? You be the judge and drink for a cause every Tuesday evening July 2- Aug. 20. The eight-week martini tasting returns to benefit Healing House, a local non-profit agency that helps...
How one Lafayette kitchen is turning the macho tide How one Lafayette kitchen is turning the macho tide By Anna Purdy Monday, July 1, 2013 "She has her little step stool and climbs right up to...
Gentlemen Prefer Old Fashioned
Everything old is new again, including this classic whiskey cocktail. Take a trip around town and experience it three different ways. The Old Fashioned is nothing new - or is it? The beloved drink,...
It's our EatLafayette Dish of the Month. Judice Inn has called 3134 Johnston St. home since 1947 when brothers Alcide and Marc Judice built the establishment themselves and started serving the...
Farm To Table: Getting Connected
Some enterprising culinary entrepreneurs are spreading awareness one gourmet meal at a time. The rapidly evolving slow foods scene in Acadiana just developed a new niche: Local foods leaders are...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Dwyer's crawfish étoufée
Crawfish étoufée is a plate lunch classic in Downtown Lafayette, and today's EatLafayette Dish of the Day. Photos by: Kari Walker The EatLafayette Plate Lunch Bunch wraps up a week of daily specials...
June 17 - Sept. 2: A celebration of Lafayette's one-of-a-kind, locally owned restaurants June 17 - Sept. 2: A celebration of Lafayette's one-of-a-kind, locally owned restaurants Click here to view...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Country Cuisine's meatball stew
Barbecue dishes and Creole cuisine can be found side by side at Country Cuisine on University Avenue. It won't be difficult to fill your belly with Country Cuisine's Tuesday special and today's...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: 2Paul's smoked meat combo
Pecan-smoked pulled pork and homemade barbecue sauces will have you reaching for an extra napkin or two. In honor of the Fourth of July, this week is devoted to barbecue and dishes that are downright...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Antlers' smothered chicken
Tender chicken and grilled onions are a match made in plate lunch heaven. Since 1921, Antlers Restaurant and Bar has been dishing out Louisiana cooking ranging from frog legs, catfish, poboys, and a...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Earl's spinach stuffed brisket
There is no brisket plate lunch quite like Earl's spinach stuffed version. Chef Larry at Earl's Cajun Market puts a mouth-watering twist on brisket as you know it, which is why we chose it for the...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: 1895's pork roast
Rice, gravy and veggies, too - this dish is a good reason to get out of the kitchen and let 1895 do the cooking. 1895 Cajun Cuisine & Pub is serving up a plate of pork roast that could even put...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Ema's chicken fried steak
Our plate lunch week kicks off with real comfort food. For a southern classic that comforts the soul, look no further than Ema'?s Restaurant?s chicken fried steak. This pan-fried dish contains a...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Tsunami's Ragin' Cajun roll
The final installment of the EatLafayette "Downtown" Dish of the Day series is Tsunami's Ragin' Cajun roll. Photo by: Kari Walker During EatLafayette, the campaign designed to drive foodies...
Katie Bakes makes Cupcake Wars
For Katie Meaux and Skylar Manuel, "life's short, eat dessert first" isn't just a mantra; it's a business. And this business has landed a spot on the Food Network's popular Cupcake Wars. For...
EatLafayette (Drink) of the Day: Pamplona's Green Vespa
INDEats is as cool as a cucumber with Pamplona's Green Vespa cocktail Photo by: Kari Walker Anson Trahan, bartender at Pamplona Tapas Bar & Restaurant, serves up a Green Vespa It's Thirsty...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: The Pie Hole's Hudson Hawk Pie
Try the Pie Hole's Hudson Hawk Pie for a mid-week indulgence. Photo by: Kari Walker Chad and Jacie Cormier, owners of The Pie Hole in Dowtown Lafayette Downtown newcomers Chad and Jacie Cormier of...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Andoli's Sandwich Press
INDEats Downtown Dish is Andoli's Special, a hand-held savory delight. Don't expect downtown Lafayette's Chase Tower to hold only computers and cubicles; tucked away in the corner of the first floor...
EatLafayette Dish of the Day: Don's seafood salad
Don's Seafood and Steakhouse's seafood salad starts off the summer-long local dining campaign as the EatLafayette Dish of the Day. Don's Seafood and Steakhouse's seafood salad starts off the...
Lerille to ring opening bell for Market at the Horse Farm
The event provides local growers an opportunity to sell their produce at a farmer's market, and allows residents of Lafayette to check out the 100-acre Horse Farm, which hopefully in a couple of years...
Enter to win two passes for EatLafayette's A Taste of Lafayette
Two lucky readers to enjoy an evening of food, drinks and entertainment at the Heymann Center. Photo by Kari Walker EatLafayette officially begins Monday, June 17, and INDEats has been busy preparing...
EatLafayette returns for 9th year promoting local dining
Local restaurant dining campaign begins June 17. Let INDEats be your guide to daily dining. Village Cafe's pan-roasted halibut with sesame rice, hearts of palm, smoked tomato ragout and local...
Dish of the Month: Pamplona's Embutidos y Pimientos
During EatLafayette, Pamplona Tapas Bar is offering a buy two, get one free special from its Traditional Tapas menu. Monday, June 3, 2013 Written by IND Monthly Staff During EatLafayette, Pamplona...
Let's Eat, Lafayette! The time is upon us again when we celebrate the local institutions that fill our bellies and spoil us with their specials. For the ninth year, EatLafayette kicks off this month...
Locally sourced produce used to be available only at farmer's markets, but consumer demand is changing that. Locally sourced produce used to be available only at farmer's markets, but consumer demand...
Warning: The oysters you're about to taste may be too fresh for your taste buds. Warning: The oysters you're about to taste may be too fresh for your taste buds. That's the advice a large group of...
Augello, Latiolais bring local food flair to N.O. seafood cook-off
From Cypremort Point to Henderson to the Vermilion River and beyond, Acadiana's renowned culinary charm was well-repped by two Acadiana chefs Saturday at the sixth annual Louisiana Seafood Cook-off....
Ruffino's opening night in pictures
The official opening night of Ruffino's on the River Monday followed a week of warm-up invitation-only trial runs that already had the buzz going up and down the bayou and across town. The official...
Today in awesome: Bayou Teche Brewing
Bayou Teche Brewing Co. in Arnaudville has been named one of the 10 best micro breweries in these United States. More accolades for our friends at the little brewery that could. Bayou Teche Brewing in...
Bravo's 'Top Chef' heads to New Orleans
The cable TV network issued a statement Friday that "the vibrant food scene of New Orleans will be a welcome addition in the 11th season of the series." NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Bravo's hit...
The long-awaited restaurant will soon be dishing out "a morning ritual that's anything but routine." Brick & Spoon has announced it will open its doors Wednesday after months of teasing...
A time-honored tradition finds a niche in the slow-foods movement. The canning and preserving of foods was widely implemented as a food storage technique in the late 1700s when militaries throughout...
Great Harvest Bread Co. of Acadiana is offering an untraditional way to celebrate the Mexican holiday. If any other country is celebrating, Americans tend to get in on the action. We want to revel...
Gas industry gives Pa. stores taste for the South
The land of scrapple and chipped ham is starting to get a taste for jambalaya and boudin. PENNSDALE, Pa. (AP) - The land of scrapple and chipped ham is starting to get a taste for jambalaya and...
Because we all need something to soak up the Festival punch. As Festival International approaches, we've compiled our favorite Festival foods (and events) so you can create your own food line-up that...
Louisiana Spirits announces contest for inaugural toast
The soon-to-hit-shelves Bayou Rum is the centerpiece of a Facebook contest that challenges drinkers to raise a toast to Louisiana. Louisiana Spirits' Bayou Rum is hitting the shelves in June, and the...
La Carreta will hold its own downtown
The Louisiana-based chain is opening on Jefferson Street this week and it's poised to be a new downtown hot spot. With its reputation preceding it, La Carreta, the chain out of Hammond, is opening on...
Farmers' market comes to Horse Farm
The city park will host farmers, artisans and musicians starting Saturday, June 1. Lafayette's Horse Farm will soon be home to a new farmers' market, which is anticipated to be one of the largest in...
Dine for the Diner across Acadiana tomorrow
The annual event encourages Lafayette to eat out to help raise money for St. Joseph's Diner. The annual Dine for the Diner takes place tomorrow, and more than 35 restaurants are participating,...
Cooking classes return to Tsunami
Learn to roll with the pros. Tsunami is opening up its kitchen again so everyday eaters can learn the tricks for making professional-grade sushi. The class, priced at $50 per person, includes hands-on...
Lafayette, La: Foodie City, USA
The rest of the country seems to be catching on to what we're doing down here. Livability.com, a national website that ranks quality of life and travel amenities of small and mid-sized cities across...
EATS travels eastbound and down
A long weekend trip over Easter provided a culinary tour of Tampa, Fla. This could be said about pretty much any city in the South during the spring, but Tampa is beautiful this time of year. The...
Pin It: A Sweet Festival International Experience
Local cupcakery brings back its Festival Punch cupcake and this year is working to help keep Fest free Drinking on the job is frowned upon in most establishments, but Sophi P. Cakes, the Official...
New Izzo's grand opening to benefit Miles Perret Cancer Services
The April 13 event will give customers a chance to give back - and win free burritos for a year. Izzo's Illegal Burrito announced it will partner with Miles Perret Cancer Services for next Saturday's...
Locally pastured beef is catching on in Acadiana - for good reasons. Locally pastured beef is catching on in Acadiana - for good reasons. By Tyler F. Thigpen Photo by Lucius Fontenot A happy cow at...
New Belgium launch party gives taste of what's to come
The highly anticipated New Belgium Brewery beers will be here soon, and IND Monthly had a preview. Schilling Distributing, to which we all owe thanks for bringing New Belgium to Acadiana, held a...
Chef John Besh hosts new cooking show at La. home
John Besh has cooked for thousands in his restaurants. He has cooked for millions on TV. But he recently realized he'd lost sight of cooking for the most important diners of all - his family. NEW...
The ready-made meals business is leaving River Ranch for downtown Lafayette. Cena, known for its ready-to-cook meals and light lunches, is leaving River Ranch after five years and moving into the...
ReadyFit Meals opens in Oil Center
Pick up a pre-made breakfast, lunch or dinner that is packed with lean proteins, heart healthy oils and fats, rich spices and low glycemic index carbs. ReadyFit Meals opened its doors in the Oil...
Dish of the Day: Freetown Fries' crawfish étouffry
Throw étouffée on anything and it's tasty. Freetown Fries is serving up its Lenten special today: a crawfish étouffry. From 11 p.m. to 2 p.m. today, you can find Freetown Fries at the corner of...
POUR now open next to Village Café
Now a full-service bar located next to Village Café, POUR has revamped its cocktail and food menus. POUR's new location next to Village Café in Degaulle Square in River Ranch is open for business with...
Celebrate (and eat!) local food this weekend
Learn to harvest your food at Vermilionville, then watch the pros serve it for Fresh and Local 2. This Saturday, Vermilionville and Acadiana Food Circle are singing the praises of locally grown food...
Besh to keynote food processing conference
New Orleans restaurateur John Besh will be a featured speaker at the Louisiana Food Processors Conference on March 13-14 in Baton Rouge. BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - New Orleans restaurateur John Besh will...
With new lunch and dinner offerings along with the first official Saturday brunch, prepare to spend your weekend downtown. Jefferson Street Pub, still in its first year of entering the downtown...
Dish of the Day: Cajun seafood casserole with Cajun Country Rice
This dish is a make-it-yourself Lenten treat. The good folks at the Falcon Rice Mill in Crowley have shared with us one of their Lenten favorites: Cajun Seafood Casserole. The casserole blends local...
Culinary Classic sees creative cuisine
The 26th annual event was a fundraiser for Hearts of Hope, and nobody left with an empty belly. Hearts of Hope was again the benefactor of this year's Acadiana Culinary Classic, an event that brought...
Brick & Spoon aims to fill a void in south Lafayette with a highly anticipated brunch menu for the masses. Brick & Spoon aims to fill a void in south Lafayette with a highly anticipated brunch...
Popular River Ranch wine bar relocates next to sister concept as full-service bar. Popular River Ranch wine bar relocates next to sister concept as full-service bar. By Elizabeth RosePhotos by Robin...
Cochon Closure Paves Way For Ruffino's
So IND Monthly hits the road for a taste test. SO IND Monthly hits the road for a taste of Italy. Story and photo by Elizabeth Rose Friday, March 1, 2013 Ruffino's owner Ruffin Rodrigue and Executive...
Arnaudville: Small Town, Big Ideas
The Little Big Cup, which specializes in the classic Louisiana plate lunch,' is representative of the tides of change now being felt in the tiny Cajun-French community. When Interstate 49 was being...
French Press' Girouard named to James Beard long list
Acadiana's own Justin Girouard is a semifinalist for the James Beard Best Chef: South award. Justin Girouard, chef at The French Press in downtown Lafayette, is in the running to be named the Best...
French Press' Girouard named to James Beard long list
Acadiana's own Justin Girouard is a semifinalist for the James Beard Best Chef: South award. Justin Girouard, chef at The French Press in downtown Lafayette, is in the running to be named the Best...
28th annual Acadiana Culinary Classic comes back to Cajundome
The fundraiser is to support Hearts of Hope while dozens of chefs compete for the Best of Show award. The 28th annual Acadiana Culinary Classic is a gathering of chefs from across the country who will...
Village Café reintroduces brunch
After a hiatus, Village Café in River Ranch is serving brunch again starting this weekend under the direction of Executive Chef Jeremy Conner. After a hiatus, Village Café in River Ranch is serving...
Village Café reintroduces brunch this weekend
After a hiatus, Village Café in River Ranch is serving brunch again starting this weekend under the direction of Executive Chef Jeremy Conner. After a hiatus, Village Café in River Ranch is serving...
Lafayette institution Campus Copies closing
After serving the UL campus for 26 years, the restaurant will close its doors at the end of the month. Campus Copies, one of two non-franchises on the UL campus, is closing at the end of the month...
Brick & Spoon serving a new take on brunch
Brick & Spoon is filling a void in south Lafayette with a highly anticipated brunch menu for the masses. Brick & Spoon, Lafayette's soon-to-be newest brunch spot, has a menu chock full of both...
La Cuisine de Maman serving weekend all-you-can-meat buffets
In addition to its Friday all-you-can-eat seafood buffet, the Vermilionville restaurant is opening up a weekend gorge fest for meat lovers. Vermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman is famous for its plate...
Jefferson Street Pub unveils new brunch menu
Though they haven't officially started serving, we had a sneak preview on Mardi Gras. Jefferson Street Pub, which entered the downtown dining scene last year, has expanded its menu to include Saturday...
Lacey McCoy and Kim Laurent Schexnayder you're our winners!
You and your dates will enjoy Valentine's Day dinner at The Saint Street Inn courtesy of The IND. Lacey McCoy and Kim Laurent Schexnayder are the lucky winners of our Facebook contest posted Jan. 30....
Bayou Teche Brewing releases beer made just for crawfish
Saison d'écrevisses is a limited edition beer perfect for Lent - ahem, seafood season. Bayou Teche Brewing's Saison d'écrevisses, translated to crawfish season ale, is the microbrewery's limited...
Drink of the Day: Café V's Pontiac Point
It's a seasonal and strong concoction. When the crew at Café Vermilionville was working on the restaurant's Mardi Gras cocktail menu, it went with names first. The king cake martini was an obvious...
Want to be a boudin taste tester?
The Lab Handcrafted Coffee and Comforts is looking for boudin lab rats. It's a hard job, but someone has to do it. The Lab is rolling out a new breakfast treat: boudin croissants. But with so many...
Schilling brings New Belgium Brewery's beers to Acadiana
Finally! Now we won't have to drive to Texas. Schilling Distributing announced Friday that it will begin distributing beers from New Belgium Brewery, the country's third largest craft brewery,...
Brunch en Masse honors Cochon Lafayette
Lafayette's local Francophone custodians at FrancoJeunes are holding a farewell celebration to honor Cochon Lafayette for its efforts in helping with last year's Lâche Pas benefit for...
Review: Social Southern Table and Bar
Eclectic to the nth degree, this new speakeatery' on Johnston is not your mama's home cooking. Eclectic to the nth degree, this new speakeatery' on Johnston is not your mama's home cooking. By...
Popular River Ranch wine bar relocates next to sister concept as full-service bar. Popular River Ranch wine bar relocates next to sister concept as full-service bar. By Elilzabeth Rose Friday, Feb. 1,...
Sweet Success: The return of Southside Bakery
The Guilbeaux family - sans sons Denny and Billy - is baking again. The Guilbeaux family - sans sons Denny and Billy - is baking again. By Elizabeth Rose Friday, Feb. 1, 2013 At the new Southside...
Drink of the Month: Café Vermilionville's king cake martini
Celebrate Mardi Gras the sophisticated way: cocktail in hand. Celebrate Mardi Gras the sophisticated way: cocktail in hand. By Elizabeth Rose Friday, Feb. 1, 2013 Café Vermilionville's sous chef...
Now you can experience the gastropub's extensive menu. Here are a few teasers, but you can read a full review in February's issue of IND Monthly. Photos by Elizabeth Rose Krab nachos: Definitely one...
Inauguration luncheon celebrates America's culinary traditions
But it was a Monday - where were the red beans? Newly inaugurated President Barack Obama sat down for lunch yesterday with 220 of his closest friends for the inauguration luncheon, which was quite...
Louisiana Spirits, which has been teasing us with a billboard at Exit 48 on I-10 for as long as we can remember, will release its first rums "soon." Louisiana Spirits LLC has announced the...
Dish of the day: Freetown Fries' King Cake Fry
Plus a guide to king cake calorie-counting. Freetown Fries has created another seasonal favorite well suited for the upcoming Mardi Gras festivities. The dish of the day is a pile of sweet potato...
‘Bourbon N Bon Temps' at Marcello's
Lafayette's underground bourbon aficionados will soon have a place to vent their affinity for fine American bourbons when Marecello's Wine Market hosts the inaugural Bourbon N Bon Temps event this...
Dish of the Day: Johnson's Boucaniere's gumbo
The ideal meal for a day like today. Today, the conditions are ripe for a gumbo-and-boudin meal. The weather is gloomy with a slight chill, many of us are feeling that slight soreness in the backs of...
Ring in the new year with the food trucks
The now-monthly event has a few new trucks to behold. The Acadiana Grilled Cheese Co. is appearing for its first time at this month's round-up, and after a hiatus due to mechanical problems, Viva la...
Southside Bakery set to reopen next month
At the new Southside Bakery on Congress, a light-up "OPEN" sign sits on the table by the door, longing for the day it can hang in the window and beckon customers who long for the classic...
Acadiana Food Circle promotes locally sourced food and helps ensure what we consume in restaurants lives up to its billing. Photos by Denny Culbert City Farm's pattypan squash ready for the farmer's...
Freshest Ingredients: Brussels Sprouts
In South Louisiana, we truly have a penchant for taking healthy foods, most notably vegetables, and smothering them in some of the least healthy members in the food kingdom. In South Louisiana, we...
Dish of the Month: Cajun Country Rice's Divine Chicken
White rice is a staple in the Southern diet, but for a nutritional boost, cook instead with brown rice. Photo by Elizabeth Rose White rice is a staple in the Southern diet, but for a nutritional...
Acadiana Food Circle promotes locally sourced food and helps ensure what we consume in restaurants lives up to its billing. City Farm's pattypan squash ready for the farmer's market this past...
Bayou Teche releases Courir de Mardi Gras biere
"This style of French beer is historically crafted at the beginning of winter with the farm's freshest crop of barley, wheat and hops." Arnaudville's Bayou Teche Brewing is releasing 2013's...
Social Southern Table and Bar opening soon
But mum is the word on the menu, the drinks and...well, everything. The group behind Charley G's is opening a new restaurant: Social Southern Table and Bar, and it's on track to be the most...
Social Southern Table and Bar close to opening
But mum is the word on the menu, the drinks and ... well, everything. The group behind Charley G's is opening a new concept restaurant called Social Southern Table and Bar that is on track to be the...
Pear and pecan muffins to fight the holiday bloat
This simple recipe makes an easy breakfast at only 149 calories per muffin. As we round the last stretch of the holiday marathon, some of us may begin to feel the toll that holiday eating has taken on...
Official: Restaurant inspections will improve
Louisiana's Office of Public Health is going statewide with a plan that officials say cut past-due restaurant and retail food inspections by at least one-third during a nine-parish pilot that began in...
And announcing the CC's gift card winner! First, congratulations to Ashley Rush for winning the CC's gift card and coffee! The roads will be clear in Lafayette as Ragin' Cajuns fans make the trip down...
CC's delivers wintery favorites in a cup. Comment for a chance to win CC's coffee and a gift card! As the holidays draw ever closer, you often need a pick-me-up while doing that dreaded last-minute...
Food business incubator organizing
Gaye Sandoz, who most recently was with Edible Enterprises - a food business incubator in Norco - hopes to have the incubator fully developed over the next 12 months. BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - The LSU...
Dish of the Day: Rusted Rooster's Ciabatta Believe It
The new Saint Streets restaurant's sandwich is an homage to the Italian countryside. Rusted Rooster's Ciabatta Believe It sandwich starts with healthy hunks of fresh mozzarella, topped with sun-dried...
Baking the unsung green. Kale is not typically thought of as the most nutritious green - most go for spinach for a nutrition boost, but kale is a strong contender for the top spot. A one-cup serving...
New Orleans restaurants revive Creole custom
The elaborate grand reveillon dinners, which stem from the old French tradition of eating a lavish meal after midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, have become a popular draw for visitors to New Orleans...
New Orleans restaurants revive Creole custom
The elaborate grand reveillon dinners, which stem from the old French tradition of eating a lavish meal after midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, have become a popular draw for visitors to New Orleans...
Easy holiday baking: molasses cookies
These cookies get better with age ... if they last long enough. My mother grew up in Milwaukee and every year since 1928, Wisconsin Electric has distributed a cookbook full of recipes that customers...
Saint Street Inn Dish of the Day Double Doozie
Waiting for the next Saturday brunch may prove difficult. Saint Street Inn held a kickoff party this past Saturday to mark the first weekly brunch, complete with bloody Mary bar and live music - oh,...
Make your own sushi this weekend in a Tsunami cooking class. Saturday night, Tsunami is hosting a sushi class for those who want to roll their own at home. For $50, you can learn how to build, roll,...
Saint Street Inn kicks off Saturday brunch
The first Saturday brunch is chock full of farm-to-table goodies, music and free Bloody Marys. Saint Street Inn will begin serving brunch every Saturday, and this weekend's morning meal is the...
Restaurant Review: Open Your Pie Hole
Nestled in the old Salon Bazaar on Jefferson Street is a restaurant earning a local buzz about its Cajun slant on Italian food and tables with beer taps right at your fingertips. Pie Hole Pizzeria and...
World Traditions: Holidays Around the Globe
So often, food is central to celebrations, and when the holidays roll around, people across the world eat for their health and luck for the coming year - and for self-indulgence. Winter...
Meet Dustin Aguillard's peaux dog. A new truck is on the move in Lafayette with Dustin Aguillard behind the wheel and the griddle, serving up gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches and a new specialty:...
Next food truck round-up Saturday
E's Kitchen's monthly food-truck round-up is set to have some new faces. E's Kitchen, in its newfound tradition, is hosting the next food truck round-up Saturday in Parc Lafayette. There will be food...
Photographer Denny Culbert has transforms favorite food photos into a wrapping paper, just in time for the holidays. Photographer Denny Culbert has embraced the food diversity in Lafayette and...
Audit: Restaurant inspections don't ensure safety
Louisiana's regulators of food safety fail to ensure restaurants and other retail food establishments are complying with health standards. BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Louisiana's regulators of food safety...
Dish of the Day: Fat Pat's Dome Dog
Fat Pat's doesn't serve up a mediocre hot dog. Fat Pat's has reinvented red beans and rice and converted it into a potentially portable dish in a bun. The Dome Dog is an homage to a South Louisiana...
Repurpose those Thanksgiving leftovers
Already tired of turkey sandwiches? The Thanksgiving leftover dilemma is inevitable. Piles of turkey sit in your refrigerator and everyone in the family grows tired of the same meal day after day -...
Bailey's serving annual Thanksgiving meal for those in need
Bailey's Bistro is continuing its tradition of serving a full, complimentary Thanksgiving meal for Lafayette's struggling families. From 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow, Thanksgiving day, Bailey's...
A drizzle of this oil is all you need. For anything. In a stroke of luck, a bottle of smoked olive oil was gifted to me this summer. I didn't know what to expect. It was an unsuspecting bottle, skinny...
New cupcakery opens on Bertrand
Everything Else is Cake is a new bakery that specializes in not just cupcakes, but also gluten-free and paleo versions of the same treats. Co-owners Chasity Hooks, Lana Nezat, Tiffany Faul and Lori...
Piling plates at Palates and Pâté
Last night's Palates and Pâté brought decadent desserts and delicious dishes all for the benefit of Acadiana Outreach Center. Grab a glass of wine and a plate for a roaming foodie adventure for...
Restaurant Guide hits the stands!
After weeks of constant phone calls and a dozen bowls of soup, the restaurant guide is complete and ready for consumption. The IND's restaurant guide, a comprehensive compilation of Lafayette...
Dish of the Day: Zea's pesto-crusted trout
Zea's does it all, but a seafood standout is the pesto-crusted trout. Take two fresh trout filets and smear them with fresh basil pesto and sear them in a pan, and the simplicity of the ingredients...
Final cooking class of the year Wednesday at E's Kitchen
Bon Temps Grill's Alexis Cupich is the star of E's Kitchen's final cooking class of the year. Bon Temps Grill's executive chef, Alexis Cupich, is sharing the secrets behind the restaurant's...
The Port Barre Lions Club is hosting the 28th annual Port Barre Cracklin Festival this weekend, complete with a cracklin cook-off. Few things are easier to gorge on than handfuls of fresh cracklins....
Down south, we know Boudin & Beer
Cochon's mastermind, Donald Link, drew a crowd Friday night in New Orleans, and Southern Living magazine took notice. At Friday night's Boudin & Beer in New Orleans, South Louisiana chef Donald...
Dish of the Day: Poupart's French Dip
A perennial favorite for a cool day. Wondering where to eat for lunch? Poupart's always has delicious daily specials and today is no exception. Try the French Dip: a poboy stuffed with roast beef and...
Nestled in the old Saloon Bazaar on Jefferson Street is a restaurant earning a local buzz about its Cajun slant on Italian food and the tables with beer taps right at the fingertips. Chad Cormier owns...
Coffee cupping today at Café Cohen
Stop by for an afternoon java jolt. Café Cohen, located inside Great Harvest Bread Company, is holding a cupping today at 1 p.m. with new Guatemalan and Nicaraguan coffees. The café serves all coffee...
The Acadiana Seed Bank is helping preserve a vital aspect of South Louisiana heritage. The Acadiana Seed Bank is helping preserve a vital aspect of South Louisiana heritage. By Elizabeth Rose November...
One Hope Wines are crafted with more than just oenophiles in mind. One Hope Wines are crafted with more than just oenophiles in mind. By Elizabeth Rose November 2012 When One Hope Wine began in 2007,...
Dish of the Month: Filet mignon lettuce wrap from Café Josephine
The restaurant has a reputation for rich food, but this filet mignon lettuce wrap is one of the lighter menu items that still offers a hearty flavor. The restaurant has a reputation for rich food, but...
Chef Spotlight: Gilbert Decourt
Cajundome's Decourt shows the motherland how to make a real Cajun roux. Cajundome's Decourt shows the motherland how to make a real Cajun roux. By Elizabeth Rose November 2012 From left, chefs Adam...
Izzo's to open second location in Lafayette
Izzo's Illegal Burrito is expanding to the south side. Izzo's Illegal Burrito owners Gary Kovacs and Ozzie Fernandez have announced Izzo's will open a second location in Lafayette in the first quarter...
Gotreaux Family Farms hosts Harvest on the Farm dinner
What is more farm-to-table than a table at the farm? Gotreaux Family Farms has teamed up with Village Café Executive Chef Jeremy Conner and sommelier Ben Leger for a truly farm-to-table dinner this...
Repurposing those pumpkin seeds
Don't throw out those pumpkin seeds after pumpkin carving - roast them in the oven for a snack! It's a familiar feeling: Your hands covered in the innards from a pumpkin just after you've gutted it...
Dish of the Day: Counter Culture's Humphrey Yogart
It's Monday - treat yourself! Since it opened a branch here in Lafayette, Counter Culture has provided Lafayette with lighter lunches and a rotation of soups that ranges from roasted red pepper and...
A recipe fit for the Great Chili Challenge
New Iberia's Great Chili Challenge is Nov. 3, and this recipe could potentially rule them all. The Great Chili Challenge commences next Saturday, Nov. 3, at the New Iberia City Park to benefit the...
Bougie Goose flies to Carpe Diem! for cheese tasting
The Bougie Goose is flying to Carpe Diem! this weekend for its first cheese-tasting class. Lafayette newcomer The Bougie Goose is sharing cheesy goodness with Lafayette with its first cheese-tasting...
Break out Grandma's pie recipe
The first Sweet Dough Pie Festival hits Grand Coteau Nov. 3. Grand Coteau is holding the inaugural Sweet Dough Pie Festival at St. Charles Catholic Church, run by the newly created Grand Coteau...
Wining and dining at Rouge et Blanc
Louisiana's second largest food and wine festival descended on downtown Lake Charles this weekend to benefit the McNeese State University Banners Series. Thirty-three restaurants and 26 wine...
E's Kitchen announces second food truck round-up
After the immense success of the first food truck round-up, E's Kitchen is going at it again. E's Kitchen will hold its second food truck round-up on Saturday, Nov. 3, where food trucks from around...
The Cigar Merchant, Glazer's and Charley G's are teaming up for the Hudson whiskey and cigar dinner on Nov. 1. Charley G's is serving its last wine dinner of the year tonight, but fret not, because...
The Lab opens up Design This Wall contest
The Lab Handcrafted Coffee and Comforts is inviting area artists to create a design for its chalk wall. The Lab's first Design This Wall contest has officially opened. The Lab's 144-inch-by-100-inch...
Festivals Acadiens et Creoles is upon us, and you need fuel for all that dancing you're going to do. The Bayou Food Festival at Festivals Acadiens et Creoles has an overwhelming number of choices that...
Hands-on cooking Cajun cooking class tonight for Festivals
Tonight, Brandon Broussard will host a cooking class at Cité des Arts as an homage to Festivals Acadiens et Creoles. Cité des Arts will host a cooking class by Brandon Broussard today from 4 p.m. to 7...
Free concert at Cochon to kick off Festivals Acadiens et Creoles
Cochon is hosting a free Red Stick Ramblers concert tonight for a Festivals Acadiens et Creoles, and the drinks will be flowing and the food sizzling. From 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., Red Stick Ramblers will...
Mother of all cook-offs this weekend in New Iberia
The 23rd annual world championship gumbo cook-off is consuming New Iberia for an entire weekend. To get to the 23rd annual world championship gumbo cook-off, the New Iberia Convention and Visitors...
LCOA hot dog fundraiser next Wednesday
The Lafayette Council on Aging is holding a hot dog fundraiser next Wednesday to continue providing for Lafayette's seniors. The Lafayette Council on Aging, in order to combat cutbacks, is holding a...
This apple and honey challah recipe is a familiar taste of fall. Fall hits, and I have a strong urge to utilize apples in all of my cooking. I put apples in my salads, in grilled cheese sandwiches and...
Drink for a cause with One Hope wines
One Hope wines' chardonnay was crafted with Napa Valley grapes and a large dose of philanthropic spirit. One Hope Wines, distributed by Select Wines, Inc., has expanded into Lafayette - and each...
Cook-offs abound in coming weeks
Fall is here and what better way to enjoy the outdoors than to gorge on the foods that we make best in Lafayette. Two gumbo cook-offs are on the horizon: one for the Realtors Association of Acadiana...
Acadiana Food Day set for Oct. 27
Learn about growing your own food and eat a lot while you're at it. Michelle MacFadyen of Great Harvest Bread Co. is coordinating all efforts for the Acadiana Food Day on Oct. 27 at Heymann Memorial...
Acadiana's first microdistillery begins distributing this week
This week, try Acadiana's newest white rum from Rank Wildcat Spirits as it hits shelves in Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, Iberia, Acadia and Vermilion parishes. Schilling Distributing Company,...
At Cajun Field, the smokers are out in full force, the Webers are filled with charcoal and the black pots are aplenty. Photo by Elizabeth Rose Walter Dozer tends his tailgating grill. Monday, Oct. 1,...
Fresh Ingredients: Squash Bisque
Local restaurants are changing their menus to accommodate the plethora of new produce rolling in the door, including squash. Monday, Oct. 1, 2012 Photo by Elizabeth Rose Though the weather may not...
Review: Twins Burgers & Sweets
Denny and Billy Guilbeaux, who were born 28 minutes apart, opened Twins Burgers and Sweets in June following a notorious dispute with their father. They have since created the business they've always...
Restaurant Review: Twins Burgers and Sweets
The Fabulous Bakery Boys' are at it again, this time with their same delicious sweets and a revamped burger - and the assurance that this time, they get to do it their way. The Fabulous Bakery Boys'...
Make it a Double Date Sunday, Oct. 7, at Cochon
Head over to Cochon on the Vermilion River this Sunday for a zydeco brunch featuring Double Date. For its Sunday zydeco brunch (let's hope this beautiful weather stays around) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.,...
Weekend festivals bring international food fare
October is right around the corner, and that means every weekend holds a new festival. Tomorrow, the Kaplan Chamber of Commerce will host the eighth annual Cajun Food Fest in downtown Kaplan, which...
Oktoberfest brunch this weekend at Jolie's
Break out the lederhosen. In celebration of the annual Oktoberfest, Jolie's is partnering with LA 31 brewery to serve a five-course beer brunch this Sunday. This Sunday at 11 a.m., Jolie's and LA 31...
Café Cohen celebrates one year with free cappuccinos
The small café that began in Great Harvest Bread Company has reached its one-year anniversary and invites Lafayette to stop by and help celebrate. Jason Cohen opened the premier coffee and espresso...
‘All You Can Meat' heads to Vermilion Parish
Evidently cracklins are Cajun bacon. We think they're more like Cajun heroin. The Travel Channel's All You Can Meat program, which is about, well, eating meat, celebrates the Cajun way on Wednesday...
Dish of the Day: Steve ‘n' Pat's shrimp poboy
When Steve and Patrick O'Bryan opened Steve n' Pat's Bon Temps Grill, they didn't want to do run-of-the-mill Cajun food - and this shrimp poboy is the epitome of that ideology. The poboy sandwiches...
Cochon serving food late night, new Sunday zydeco brunch
Fill up and drink a few at Cochon late night on Fridays, and then indulge on brunch on Sundays. On Friday nights, the kitchen closes at 10 p.m. and the chefs go outside and start cooking on the grill,...
Five Guys wins best burger competition
The burger joint going up on Ambassador Caffery Parkway at Settlers Trace once again topped a new survey of burger chains. Five Guys Burgers and Fries won out in Market Force Information's survey of...
E's Kitchen now carrying knives for lefties
Left-handed people tend to draw the short straw most of their lives, forced to deal with equipment that was designed without consideration for the 10 percent. E's Kitchen is making it a little easier...
Learn to cook from musicians Romero, Young, Chef Mould
Louisiana Folk Roots is hosting two days of cooking classes with musical chefs Roddie Romero, Linzay Young and Pat Mould. On Sept. 22 and 29, join Roddie Romero of The Hub City All-Stars, Linzay Young...
Saint Street Inn to become Café de Paris two weekends only
Take a trip through time at the Saint Street Inn's Café de Paris. For two weekends only, Sept. 28-29 and Oct. 5-6, Saint Street Inn will be transformed into a Parisian bistro straight from the 1920s,...
Celebrating National Cheeseburger Day
Ring in National Cheeseburger Day at local eateries with distinct burgers ranging from the classic to the creative. Today, Sept. 18, is National Cheeseburger Day and there are enough burger places in...
Food truck round-up set for Saturday
E's Kitchen in Parc Lafayette is hosting a food truck round-up this Saturday for families and individuals alike. E's Kitchen, located at 1921 Kaliste Saloom Suite 103, is hosting a food truck round-up...
Tacos galore tomorrow at festival in Opelousas
National Hispanic American Heritage Month runs Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, and the first annual Festival del Taco is a great way to celebrate. Tomorrow, Sept. 15, gorge on tacos at the first annual Festival...
Saint Street Inn to host first Hot Dogit Cookoff
The first-ever Saint Street Inn Hot Dogit Cook-off is a definite departure from a standard backyard barbecue. As a send-off for summer, the Saint Street Inn is hosting a hot dog cook-off a week from...
Charley G's to feature Frank Family Vineyard wines this month
All of the wines in Charley G's September wine dinner earned a score of 90 or above from Wine Enthusiast magazine. The Charley G's September wine dinner is a five-course indulgent meal that progresses...
Mark your calendar: Boudin Eating Contest Sept. 22
Cajun Harley-Davidson in Scott is holding its first-ever boudin-eating contest (delicious boudin courtesy Don's Specialty Meats). Cajun Harley-Davidson wants to laissez les bons temps rouler at its...
Third Piastres en Masse set for Saturday
FrancoJeunes will invade Johnson's Boucanière this Saturday for the third Piastres en Masse. The group of young, French-speaking professionals known as FrancoJeunes is invading Johnson's Boucanière...
Dish of the Day: Zea's duck empanadas
Crispy, cheesy and savory duck empanadas are an affordable indulgence. Zea Rotisserie and Grill's duck empanadas are not an ordinary appetizer. The restaurant combines roast duck, heaps of cheese and...
Mixology Interiors & Art serving complimentary sangrias
Start the weekend early with free sangrias from Mixology Interiors & Art this afternoon. Oil Center Gardens newcomer Mixology Interiors & Art is luring in customers with the offer of free...
Last year, the Carencro institution Paul's Pirogue was close to permanently powering down the boilers. Not any more. Restaurant Review Back to a boil With a change in leadership, this north Lafayette...
Breaux Bridge hosts third annual jambalaya cook-off
Travel to Veteran's Park in Breaux Bridge tomorrow for a Cajun staple: jambalaya. Breaux Bridge Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the third annual jambalaya cook-off in Veteran's Park tomorrow...
Cane's CEO named Restaurateur of the Year
Fresh, never frozen chicken fingers have earned Raising Cane's founder the title of Restaurateur of the Year. Todd Graves, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers was recently...
New business shuttles eaters to Cajun delights
Cajun Food Tours offers three-hour tours full of history and, of course, food in the Tastiest Town in the South. After spending 22 years as a history teacher turned vice principal at St. Cecilia...
Tenth Food Fest raises funds for LCA
This year marks the tenth annual Lydia Cajun Food Fest, which benefits cancer patients in Iberia, Vermilion, St. Martin and St. Mary parishes. This weekend at Weeks Park in Lydia you can stuff your...
Bienvenu brings ‘True Blood' to life
Cajun chef and former Times of Acadiana and Times-Picayune food writer Marcelle Bienvenu has put the delicacies of Bon Temps, La., fictional setting of the popular HBO vampire drama True Blood, into...
The Lab's grand opening will be a celebration of the city's newest caffeine-powered establishment with music and indulgent beverages and treats. The Lab officially opened the week of July 4, but...
Let the Cajuns tailgating competition begin
Elizabeth Rose, The Verm's editor and IND Monthly's food writer, is on a mission to find the best tailgating food at Cajun games; we'll crown the winner in the October issue. Get your cooking game on...
It's official: new Bayou Teche beer
The upcoming Festivals Acadiens et Creoles has an official beer: Bayou Teche Brewing's recently released Acadie, a traditional French bière de garde, or farmhouse brew. The upcoming Festivals Acadiens...
Cochon fills bellies for CODOFIL
Cochon hosted the two Lache Pas events Sunday to benefit CODOFIL while satisfying hundreds at brunch and dinner. Sunday morning, Cochon hosted the Lache Pas Musicians Brunch fundraiser for CODOFIL...
Healing House martini contest crowns Pamplona, Walk-On's winners
Healing House's ABSOLUT Best Martini contest culminated in a gala Saturday night with music, a silent auction and martinis from each of the participating restaurants. The eight-week 'tini tour...
Dish of the Week Rachael's Café's Beaucoup Shrimp Tried and true, it might seem difficult to shake up a Southern tradition like fried shrimp, but Rachael's Café's Beaucoup Shrimp is a welcome...
Dish of the Day: Jolie's grilled watermelon
What says summer more than a slice of watermelon? Jolie's Louisiana Bistro combines the two food practices that summer requires: eating juicy watermelon and grilling. Juicy and only slightly grilled,...
Drink of the Day: The Lab's hand-poured coffee
Monday's Dish of the Day is a drink, quite possibly the best cup of coffee to ever touch your lips. Visit The Lab Handcrafted Coffee and Comforts in River Ranch, Lafayette's newest café, for a cup of...
River Ranch POURing out specials for ladies
POUR in River Ranch is offering half off champagne splits and $1 half-glasses of moscato as part of its ladies' night specials on Thursdays. Ladies looking to let off a little steam can POUR into...
Dish of the Day: Pont Breaux's Zydeco Salad
Packed with protein and veggies, this salad is a main course. Salads are often a precursor to the main course, but this one is an entrée of sausage, duck, shrimp and fish. Pont Breaux's Zydeco Salad...
Dish of the Day: French Press' grits and grillades
For breakfast or lunch, The French Press serves its version of grits and grillades for those with hearty appetites. The French Press, best known for its incredible breakfast menu, is home to Cajun...
Dish of the Day: Bailey's Creekstone Hamburger
The burger's standout ingredient is its one-half pound patty made with fresh Creekstone Farms beef. At the recently renovated and renamed Bailey's Bistro, the classic hamburger has been reimagined and...
Every week day during EatLafayette, The Independent will spotlight a Dish of the Day; on Wednesdays, our Dish of the Day also becomes the...
Dish of the Day: Romacelli's Tuscan Seared Tuna
One of Romacelli's most popular items, and for good reason, Tuscan Seared Tuna is Monday's EatLafayette Dish of the Day. Romacelli's Tuscan Seared Tuna is an herb and garlic marinated tuna steak...
Dish of the Day: Lafonda's filet mignon
While La Fonda is best known for its Mexican fare, Friday's Dish of the Day highlights the restaurant's steakhouse origins. While La Fonda is best known for its Mexican fare, Friday's Dish of the Day...
Dish of the Day: Hub City Diner's meatloaf
Take a trip to Hub City Diner and be transported back to childhood with Mom's Special Meatloaf. Hub City Diner is offering Mom's Special Meatloaf as part of its EatLafayette special and earns...
Dish of the Day: Whole Wheatery's spinach- and ricotta-stuffed shells
Whole Wheatery Eatery's spinach- and ricotta-stuffed shells are a filling way to maintain your waistline. Whole Wheatery Eatery, located in the Oil Center at 326 Travis St., serves up two offerings...
Every week day during EatLafayette, The Independent will spotlight a Dish of the Day; on Wednesdays, our Dish of the Day also becomes the Dish of the Week and is published in the print edition, along...
Dish of the Day: POUR's mozzarella panini
Its menu crafted expressly to enhance its vast selection of wines, POUR does paninis right. POUR's mozzarella panini ($7) is The Ind's fresh and satisfying EatLafayette Dish of the Day. Made with...
Dish of the Day: 2Paul's pulled pork sandwich
2Paul's Radically Urban Barbeque pulled pork sandwich is a crunchy, savory and sweet experience. 2Paul's Radically Urban Barbeque serves up the house specialty for the dish of the day: the pulled pork...
Dish of the Day: iMonelli's soft shell crabs
Take advantage of soft shell crab season at iMonelli. Though soft shell crab season is shorter in other areas, the warm waters of the Gulf allow soft shell crab season to stretch from April to...
French Press to be featured on Cooking Channel
Lafayette restaurant The French Press will make its debut on a Cooking Channel show Aug. 7. The Cooking Channel has been filming a new series called Road Trip'n with Chef GEE and arrived at The French...
Every week day during EatLafayette, The Independent will spotlight a Dish of the Day; on Wednesdays, our Dish of the Day also becomes the Dish of the Week and is published in the print edition, along...
Dish of the Day: Sandra's rotisserie chicken
Sandra's defies the stereotype that health food isn't satisfying. Sandra's Café and Health Foods Store serves a heaping plate lunch of rotisserie chicken and sides for today's dish of the day. The...
Dish of the Day: Nimbeaux's shrimp gumbo
Chockfull of succulent shrimp and fluffy white rice, Nimbeaux's shrimp gumbo is today's Dish of the Day. Enjoy a cup of Nimbeaux's shrimp gumbo as an appetizer for $5.99, medium size bowl for $7.99 or...
Dish of the Day: Nimbeaux's shrimp gumbo
Chockfull of succulent shrimp and fluffy white rice, Nimbeaux's shrimp gumbo is today's Dish of the Day. Enjoy a cup of Nimbeaux's shrimp gumbo as an appetizer for $5.99, medium size bowl for $7.99 or...
Dish of the Day: Fezzo's oysters
Grab a dozen of Fezzo's charbroiled oysters, made two ways. Fezzo's charbroiled oysters are served by the dozen of half dozen and are broiled over an open flame on the half shell. The Oysters...
Dish of the Day: Jolie's seasonal housemade mozzarella salad
Jolie's seasonal housemade mozzarella with heirloom tomato salad is only available for two weeks - so stop by and snatch one up soon. Jolie's Louisiana Bistro is well known for utilizing fresh and...
Every week day during EatLafayette, The Independent will spotlight a Dish of the Day; on Wednesdays, our Dish of the Day also becomes the Dish of the Week and is published in the print edition, along...
Dish of the Day: Coyote Blues Fresh Mexican Grill's ceviche
Coyote Blues Fresh Mexican Grill serves up a traditional ceviche appetizer for the dish of the day. Coyote Blues prides itself on fresh Mexican food, and ceviche is the epitome of fresh and lthat ight...
Dish of the Day: Lil' Daddy's St. Louis-style barbecue ribs
Case of the Mondays? Fix your day up with Lil' Daddy's St. Louis-style barbecue ribs. The ribs spend hours in Lil' Daddy's slow-cook barbecue, leaving the dish so tender that the meat falls off the...
Dish of the Day: Tsunami's Crunchy roll
Until Aug. 15, enjoy a $20 meal of Miso soup, salad, one regular roll and entrée at Tsunami during the 2012 EatLafayette campaign. Diced tempura shrimp, masago a type of fish roe and avocado wrapped...
Brewhaha: A spirited new Louisiana law
A new law passed during the recent legislative session was crafted to help the Louisiana Spirits rum distillery under construction near I-10 in Lacassine, but the legislation also opens up...
Dish of the Day: Sophi P's Southern Belle
Sweet as its namesake, Sophi P's Southern Belle cupcake was created in celebration of the 2012 EatLafayette campaign. Using sweet potato mix from Bruce Foods, Sophi P's crafts a sweet potato cake,...
Every week day during EatLafayette, The Independent will spotlight a Dish of the Day; on Wednesdays, our Dish of the Day also becomes the Dish of the Week and is published in the print edition, along...
Dish of the Day: Bella Figura's Goat Cheese Chicken
Try Bella Figura's goat cheese chicken, one of three entrées on the restaurant's EatLafayette menu. Bella Figura's goat cheese chicken one of three entrées on the restaurant's three-course...
Dish of the Day: Poor Boy's Riverside Inn and Little River Inn's grilled flounder
Two locations, one great dish: the whole grilled flounder is available from either Broussard's Riverside Inn or New Iberia's Little River Inn. For $17.25, the entire flounder is grilled to perfection...
The Dead Yeast Society is a superbly local resource for home-brewers and craft beer lovers, so much so that donating to the cause is tax deductible. For beer lovers of the most devoted variety - home...
Dish of the Day: Bon Temps Grill's spicy mango and peach duck wings
Crispy on the outside, while juicy and moist within, Bon Temps Grill's Spicy Mango and Peach Duck Wings are a unique twist on the familiar wing appetizer. Crispy on the outside, while juicy and moist...
Dish of the Day: Antlers' smothered chicken
Fill up on a famous Antlers plate lunch: smothered chicken. Every Thursday, Antlers, the oldest bar in Lafayette, serves up its legendary smothered chicken over rice with corn maque choux, sweet peas...
Dish of the Day: Masala's Butter Chicken
Masala's mouthwatering Butter Chicken ($16) is a divergence from the traditional chicken dishes around Lafayette. Overflowing with flavor and spices, Masala's butter chicken's boneless pieces of...
Every week day during EatLafayette, The Independent will spotlight a Dish of the Day; on Wednesdays, our Dish of the Day also becomes the Dish of the Week and is published in the print edition, along...
Dish of the Day: Antoni's veal scaloppine
For July's first Dish of the Day, Antoni's creates its own interpretation of the traditional veal scaloppine. Antoni's Italian Café creates its own version of the traditional veal scaloppine, grilling...
Village Café Executive Chef Jeremy Conner on the ‘cardinal sin' many commit when cooking at home, plus local trivia on what establishment boasts the most beers on tap The Brewhaha blog is back this...
Dish of the Day: Agave's fish tacos
Today's Dish of the Day is Agave Mexican Grill and Cantina's fish tacos, one of many traditional and modern Mexican dishes on the restaurant's menu. Agave Cantina's fish tacos snuggle marinated and...
Dish of the Day: Fat Pat's Mile-High Burger
Beef up your meal with Fat Pat's Mile-High Burger. Today's Dish of the Day is Fat Pat's Bar and Grill's Mile-High Burger, a hearty seasoned 7-ounce beef patty with pickles, lettuce, grilled onions and...
As of this writing, the towns of Scott, Broussard and Jennings all claim the title of Boudin Capital of the World, according to today's Wall Street Journal. As of this writing, the towns of Scott,...
Dish of the Day: Picante's Chicken Arizona
Add a little spice to your day with Picante's Chicken Arizona. Today's Dish of the Day is Picante's Chicken Arizona, a chicken breast stuffed with spinach, bell pepper and jack cheese served over...
Every week day during EatLafayette, The Independent will spotlight a Dish of the Day; on Wednesdays, our Dish of the Day also becomes the Dish of the Week and is published in the print edition, along...
Healing House and Absolut Vodka are partnering to bring the 2012 Absolut Best Martini Tour to Lafayette's top restaurants beginning next week. Healing House: Hope for Grieving Children is teaming up...
Boudin Cook-Off among ‘Top 10'
The Lafayette event brings together more than two dozen of the finest boudin purveyors in Acadiana to compete. The annual Boudin Cook-Off held each October in Parc Sans Souci is adding another ribbon...
Dish of the Day: Blue Dog's Grilled Tilapia
For $19.95, Blue Dog Café's EatLafayette special includes a corn and crab bisque first course, a choice of crawfish enchiladas, a marinated grilled chicken breast with artichoke hearts or grilled...
Brewhaha: Prohibition and inhibitions
It's Week 2 of The Independent's EatLafayette promotional Brewhaha beer blog, a fun, fact-filled dialogue about beer and booze that could land you with a free 12-pack of Bud Light Platinum to...
Dish of the Day: Johnson's Country Style Ribs
For Eat Lafayette, Johnson's is offering a special price for its pulled pork sandwich, with chips and drink, for $6.95. Johnson's Boucaniere's slow-smoked country-style rib plate lunch boasts...
Dish of the Day: Don's Crawfish Bisque
Mention EatLafayette at Don's Seafood and Steakhouse through Aug. 15 and receive a 15 percent discount on entrées. Don's traditional crawfish bisque begins with 20 pounds of crawfish, which are...
With EatLafayette kicking its campaign into high gear this year - Robert Mondavi Wines has joined The New Fly Lafayette Club as a title sponsor - The Independent has stepped up its effort to steer...
Dish of the Day: Joey's Turducken sandwich
Mention EatLafayette at Joey's through Aug. 15 and you'll get a special price, $8.98, on its Turducken sandwich. Mention EatLafayette at Joey's and you'll get a special price, $8.98, on its Turducken...
Dish of the Day: Tsunami's Tonkatsu
EatLafayette, an initiative to get more diners into local restaurants, launches today, as does The Independent's Dish of the Day feature. Every week day during EatLafayette, the popular initiative to...
Brewhaha: Beer fun starts today
As promised, The Independent and Schilling Distributing have teamed up to bring readers a weekly beer blog starting today. If you think you've got your booze facts in line, take a shot at our trivia...
Tabasco to QE II: ‘You go, girl!"
The McIlhenny Company, producer of the most famous brand of pepper sauce in the world, is hailing Queen Elizabeth II's diamond jubilee celebration with a special gift to Her Majesty. Look at the...
This week in awesome: Bayou Teche Brewing's Courir de Mardi Gras
"There were so many outstanding and famous beers in this year's competition, we are just elated." The little brew house in Arnaudville that could, Bayou Teche Brewing, walked away from the...
Scott officially ‘Boudin Capital'
The city, home to regionally famous The Best Stop and a host of other Cajun specialty meat shops, is looking to host an annual boudin festival beginning next year. Rep. Stephen Ortego, D-Carencro, was...
Lafayette's newest food truck specializes in that most portable of cuisines. Lafayette's newest food truck specializes in that most portable of cuisines. By Anna Purdy / Photos by Robin May Wednesday,...
Sixty-one local restaurants have signed on for the eighth annual campaign to put more people in seats at locally owned eateries. With The New Fly Lafayette Club returning as title sponsor,...
American Craft Beer Week under way
The Jefferson Street Greenroom downtown and several hundred additional pubs and breweries nationwide are celebrating American Craft Beer Week with special events this week. Thirsty? If so, American...
Marcelle Bienvenu cooks for ‘True Blood'
One of Acadiana's favorite food writers talks to Deep South Magazine about her role in the new cookbook from the popular HBO series. Deep South Magazine publisher and Ind contributor Erin Z. Bass...
Speaking of outdoor dining, Romacelli is tops in this town - even in the hottest summer months. Healthy-ish Italian options and the city's best outdoor dining make Romacelli well worth a visit. By...
‘Boudin Capital' bill goes through grinder, survives
As expected, a bill before the Legislature that would designate Scott the "Boudin Capital of the World" ran into some resistance this week as lawmakers chewed on the legislation in the House...
Wild Salmon owner caught fish-handed
A Times of Acadiana article highlighting The Wild Salmon's menu and live music bookings had some unintended consequences for the bar's owner, who recently admitted to an Alaska online newspaper that...
Location cubed - and great sandwiches
Johnston Street Java hits its stride with a simple menu done well. Johnston Street Java hits its stride with a simple menu done well. By Anna Purdy ? Photos by Robin May Wednesday, April 4, 2012 Since...
Fightin' words: Scott seeks ‘Boudin Capital' title
Janice's in Sunset, Billeaud's in Broussard, Don's in Carencro - boudin purveyors across Acadiana, in fact, who pride themselves on the nuances in their own priapic pork-and-rice delicacy - may beg to...
Tastiest Town food fête finale
In what was perhaps the most ill kept secret of the last month, last night confirmed that Lafayette won the Southern Living Tastiest Town 2012 award. Showing that the folks at Southern Living truly...
It's official: Lafayette is the ‘Tastiest Town'
A reception during which much eating, drinking and self-congratulating will take place happens tonight at the AcA. We all but knew it - a soiree at the Acadiana Center for Arts was announced last week...
So, Lafayette evidently won the ‘Tastiest Town' competition
If the publisher and senior editor of Southern Living magazine are coming to Lafayette to tell us we came in second or third in the mag's Tastiest Town of the South competition, well, things could get...
Creole Lunch House's Merline Herbert is a soul food wizard. Creole Lunch House's Merline Herbert is a soul food wizard. By Anna Purdy Wednesday, March 7, 2012 June 23, 1983, was the day Merline...
Local chef a James Beard nominee
Justin Girouard, chef and owner of The French Press, has been nominated for a 2012 James Beard Award. Justin Girouard, chef and owner of The French Press, has been nominated for a 2012 James Beard...
Established white linen eating doesn't mean sedate. Established white linen eating doesn't mean sedate. By Anna Purdy Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012 A few blocks from the Vermilion River on Pinhook Road in...
Stop by the corner of Johnston and Vermilion this weekend and taste Freetown Fries. Freetown Fries has made a few appearances at festivals and the like in 2011. The concept is simple - same American...
I like your secrets about your favorite eating spots as much as I like passing them along. So when an old pal and pho connoisseur - he is called the Pho King - tells me that there is a little place in...
Be mine, Vermilionville Valentine
To the bitter, this day celebrates a diapered chubby kid who makes like Dennis the Menace with wings and wants to hit you in the face with a sharp, pointed object. To those ensconced in snuggles, this...
The Lab experiements with coffee, treats
The Lab in River Ranch will be the next big place to make your caffeine score. The Lab in River Ranch will be the next big place to make your caffeine score. Located between Katie Bakes and...
Pelon's Mexican Hot Dogs at 1506 Verot School Road was inspired by a trip Pelon, aka Tony Bailey, took with his wife. No longer the sole domain of ballparks and children's parties, hot dogs have gone...
Jolie's Louisiana Bistro has a new plate lunch special every week and some scintillating ideas for oysters and St. Patrick's Day. Jolie's is now offering a Plate Lunch Special. It changes weekly and...
A new sweets contender has emerged on Lafayette's south side - Indulge has opened at 1921 Kaliste Saloom Road. Torte: Strawberries and blueberries are drizzled with white chocolate and set on a bed...
The live Cajun music kicks off every night at 6:30 p.m., providing the setting for Randol's menu of Cajun and Creole classics. RANDOL'S RESTAURANT www.randols.com 2320 Kaliste Saloom Road, Lafayette...
Houston loves Lafayette - let's kiss!
Houston has proven itself to be downright neighborly, as the Houston Press gives Lafayette's cuisine a great review in connection with Southern Living's "Tastiest City in the South"...
A la carte carts to new locale
James Comeaux Road is the new home of longtime Oil Center business a la carte. a la carte's new location on James Comeaux Road James Comeaux Road is the new home of longtime Oil Center business a la...
Food for Ought: Villager's Cafe
The Philly cheesesteak is one of the best sandwiches in Acadiana. There is just no other way to say it. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012 Written by Anna Purdy If you've never had a Philly cheesesteak, no need...
Food trucks and the ReStore team up
Whaddya hungry for? Waffles? Fries? Wraps? Drive over to 319 E. Pinhook Road before 2 p.m. and have your choice. Whaddya hungry for? Waffles? Fries? Wraps? Drive over to 319 E. Pinhook Road before 2...
Lucky Player has come out with a vodka meant to celebrate the signature Mardi Gras dessert. As first reported here at The Gambit, this booze is made to echo the baby-filled, cream-filled treat. Its...
Cochon and Bayou Teche Biere team up
Prepare yourself - in two weeks Cochon is having a special four-course dinner with Bayou Teche Biere as its special guest. Don't be jealous, you're invited, too. Prepare yourself - in two weeks Cochon...
Munchies on the move -- hot dog carts return
Anyone who has visited New York can attest to the marvel of a hot dog cart. It's a simple meal but the awesomeness of walking down a street and literally walking into food seems miraculous when you're...
A la Carte moving out of Oil Center
A la Carte is moving from its Oil Center home to a fresh James Comeaux Road location. A la Carte is moving from its Oil Center home to a fresh James Comeaux Road location. A call to A la Carte this...
Voting starts Dec. 22 for Tastiest Town
Set your browsers to bookmark and set clicking finger to stun - today marks the first day of voting for Lafayette as Southern Living Magazine's Tastiest Town 2011. Set your browsers to bookmark and...
Katie Meaux grew up in Lake Charles then moved to Baton Rouge to attend LSU and become a dental hygienist. She married her high school sweetheart, Jacob. But nothing stopped her baking. Starting in...
Restaurateur, Iron Chef competitor, Louisiana native, husband and father Chef John Besh made two appearances in Lafayette this past Saturday. The first was a book signing at Barnes & Noble. The...
Vote Lafayette Tastiest Town 2012
First, Rand McNally and USA Today decided we were the best small city in America in which to eat. Now Southern Living is nominating us for a Tastiest Town Award. First, Rand McNally and USA Today...
Winter summerland: Pamplona's seasonal drink menu is sizzling. Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011 Written by Heather Miller Photo by Amber Burkholder Summer may be a distant memory as the streets of downtown...
One of the Northside's best-kept secrets keeps it simple. One of the Northside's best-kept secrets keeps it simple. By Anna Purdy Photo by Robin May Crawfish étouffée potato As a young drinkslinger...
Katie Bakes, you happily get fat
Tell Santa you want a thinner waistline this December and give up trying yourself - there is a new baker in town. Katie Bakes has opened in River Ranch. Tell Santa you want a thinner waistline this...
Downtown Lafayette loses Guamas
After 10 years of serving South American food with Cuban flair, Guamas has closed. After 10 years of serving South American food with Cuban flair, Guamas has closed. Murmurs were heard on social...
Food for Ought: Café Josephine
Owned by Troy and Melissa Bijeaux, who also own Lafayette's Flowers, Etc., Café Josephine was opened because of a dream. Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011 Café Josephine's bisque and shrimp and grits are to...
Freetown Farmer's Market now two days a week
The list of farmer's markets is growing along with the movement toward attaining locally sourced goods. The Freetown Market is now popular enough to add Saturdays. The list of farmer's markets is...
The new dish to try downtown is at Guamas. Its Cuban nachos are new in every way. Guamas was one of the only Latin restaurants in Lafayette when married owners Julieta Tarazona and Rueben Mesa opened...
Local photographer hits N.C. BBQ trail
Lafayette's Denny Culbert, who specializes in food photography, has teamed up with food historian Rien Fertel to gather and preserve the stories behind North Carolina's popular barbecue culture. On...
Crowley showcases food and art in historic Ford Building. This Thursday, Nov. 3, the city of Crowley will showcase the best of its food. The event will be held in Crowley's historic Ford Building at...
On Nov. 3 Charley G's is holding a special Whiskey & Cigar Dinner. On Nov. 3 Charley G'sis holding a special Whiskey & Cigar Dinner. Arguably no gastronomic experience can make someone feel...
Food for Ought: Festivals Acadiens et Creoles
A great secret of festivals is that there are some vendors who only come out for the event - there are no brick-and-mortar restaurants where their fare is readily served. Wednesday, Oct. 12,...
Food? Wine? Festival? Yes, please!
The second annual Acadiana Wine & Food Festival is the last weekend in October. The second annual Acadiana Wine & Food Festival is the last weekend in October. Taking place at University of...
Food for Ought: Saigon Noodles
Un-Pho-Gettable Saigon Noodles Brings Southeast Asia to Lafayette. By Anna Purdy Some restaurants are so good you hesitate to mention them, hoping to keep it your own little secret, a backup in the...
Viva la Waffle back after burn
"WE ARE BACK BABY!!!! And it feels SO GOOD!!!!" The waffle lives again. Lafayette's fledgling mobile food-vending industry was burned last July when the Viva la Waffle truck, not even a week...
Nestled within an unorthodox building that resembles somewhere your rich aunt would live rather than a place you would frequent to clog your arteries with a Turducken sandwich, Joey's Deli is a...
Gumbo Championship held this October
Autumn in Louisiana doesn't bring the masses of golden foliage like they have in the Northeast, nor does it bring the first whispers of frost to the ground. Nope, here it means "gumbo...
Food for Ought: Hot Food Express
Hot Food Express is one of those spots that can only come out of the cultural mire that is Louisiana. Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2011 Eclectic mix of food and music marry on Cameron Street. By Anna...
Mark your calendars, clear your schedule and get to the gym: The annual Acadiana Culinary Classic is Oct. 3 at the Cajundome. Mark your calendars, clear your schedule and get to the gym: The annual...
Cafè Cohen opens in Great Harvest
Coffee and tes are bountiful as of this morning as Café Cohen opens within Great Harvest Bread Company's doors. Coffee and teas are bountiful as of this morning as Café Cohen opens within Great...
Hainam heats up Lafayette's Asian buffet business. And dim sum is on the way. By Anna Purdy I can guess what you're thinking - yet another Asian-inspired buffet in Lafayette with virtual troughs of...
Calling all beer junkies. By Heather Miller The Greenroom downtown has cultivated an entertaining and educational way to sample unique beer while meeting fellow beer enthusiasts and learning the art...
Landmark restaurant Café Vermilionville celebrates its 30th anniversary this month and you can drop in for the festivities. Café Vermilionville is located at 1304 W. Pinhook Road. One of the oldest...
New local beer on tap for fall season
A method of brewing beer that has fallen out of favor is being used by Bayou Teche Brewing in Arnaudville. A method of brewing beer that has fallen out of favor is being used by Bayou Teche Brewing in...
Where's the fire? Not at Jolie's
Last night, Jolie's Bistro on Pinhook was the source of scuttlebutt and rumors of a fire. Yes, there were firetrucks, but it was only as a precaution. Last night, Jolie's Bistro on Pinhook was the...
The Saint Street Inn officially opens
As we lucky few who attended its soft opening can attest, The Saint Street Inn is fantastic. But it is no longer a secret. Today marks its official opening. Photo by Noshy McHungry A recent tasting...
Wine Spectator magazine has given Village Cafe a 2011 Award of Excellence. Wine Spectator magazine has given Village Cafe a 2011 Award of Excellence. Village Cafe in River Ranch's wine list is under...
Families and foodies unite at Jolie's brunch
Sundays are for your choice of God, mowing lawns, football and general laziness. They are also for eating like the rest of the week will be one long fast, and Jolie's Bistro has some new menu...
Best Food title celebration continues
On Wednesday the Parrs are returning to where the fun began. The Parrs were known as the wedded team of "Fun Finders" selected by Rand McNally and USA Today to go in search of the town with...
As of August 1, Canton City Inn will close its doors. Canton City has been open in Lafayette since the late 1970s, making it one of the first truly ethnic (non-Cajun) restaurants in the Hub City or in...
The house fire on Vermilion Street last year left a huge, empty lot. (Thankfully, no human or pet lost their lives.) It is now the spot for a new farmer's market for Lafayette, called the Freetown...
Butterbeer til your heart's content
While it's tough for most new businesses, restaurants happen to thrive particularly well in Lafayette. Judging by the scores of hot and decaffeinated throngs at Carpe Diem! Gelato-Espresso shop the...
Two Acadiana restaurants succumbed to fire this weekend, one several generations old and one barely five days old. Viva la Waffle is the brand spankin' new food truck rolling through Lafayette...
La. researcher shines light on bigger crawfish
An aquaculture researcher at Northwestern State University says she's getting major results - and more robust mudbugs - by lighting the ponds at night. Could bigger, more bountiful harvests from...
'Fun Finders' eating away in our fair city
The Fun Finders have descended upon Lafayette and let's hope they leave feeling memorably full so Lafayette can be deemed "Best for Food" in Rand McNally's competition. Rand McNally is...
The World Beer Championships have awarded a silver medal to Acadiana's Bayou Teche Brewing's LA-31 Biere Pale. Right now Bayou Teche Brews are only available in Louisiana and Mississippi but that is...
Find your thrill at Bluesberry Fest
Blue Moon Saloon is the fitting location for the first ever Bluesberry Festival on July 16. Blue Moon Saloon is the fitting location for the first ever Bluesberry Festival on July 16. Doors open at 5...
You may not run your own beer company or supervise those who make it, but you can pretend for one night while filling yourself full of some of the most talented chefs in Acadiana's offerings. The...
Bibi's Patisserie baking on Pinhook
What started as a way for couple Nathan Raffel and Hannah Ellaham-Raffel to help their diabetic parents ended up in a great and healthful baked business venture. Bibi's Patisserie is coming to 1321...
Lafayette picked as Best Town for Food national finalist
In a move that surprises no one who is in the know, Lafayette was nominated as a top 30 finalist in Rand McNally and USA Today's jointly hosted Best of the Road poll. There are five categories: Most...
EatLafayette has partnered with the new Fly Lafayette Club as its title sponsor. Now in its seventh year, EatLafayette has partnered with the new Fly Lafayette Club as its title sponsor. Fifty-seven...
Do you like tomatoes, seafood, Cajun or zydeco music? Chances are if you live in Louisiana one of these is a passion of yours. If not, airfare is cheap in the summer months. June 11 and 12 the...
Healing House helps with martinis
Martinis for grieving children? Not exactly... If you like to drink and you want to find a reason to justify it, boy, have we got a solution for you. Healing House is throwing a martini contest and...
One of the most trendy things in dining right now is food found on four wheels. Photo by Robin May A temporary Taco Mama truck (equipped with a generator) is operating in a vacant lot on the...
It may be 90+ degrees, but there is beer
It may not seem smart to have a beer festival in the blustery heat of a Louisiana July, but then when else would you rather have really cold beer? Gulf Brew 2011 is scheduled for July 23 starting at 6...
Wine has gone high tech in a friendly way in River Ranch. Pour has popped its 48 corks. A new concept headed by Village Cafe's chef Jude Tauzin, Pour features contemporary decor in a setup that allows...
Multiple sclerosis is a terrible disease, yet eating burgers to raise money to fight it? Awesome. Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.the Justice Grillin' Hamburger Cook-Off happens in River Ranch Town...
All aboard: Coffee Depot rolls into Scott
A charm-filled coffee and sandwich shop has come to Scott. At 902 St. Mary Street near the railroad tracks and the Scott location of Chase Bank, owners Jeff and Sarah Laughlin opened The Coffee Depot...
Gourmet food trucks have been gaining popularity around the nation. It seems it's Lafayette's turn, and we now have Viva La Waffle. Gourmet food trucks have been gaining popularity around the nation....
Orange Leaf grand opening Saturday
New Iberia has a new spot to satiate the summer cravings for something cold. On May 21 Orange Leaf is hosting its official grand opening. Lafayette's Sophi P. Cakes will be there serving cake, a...
Move over, quick pick-up Tex-Mex joints - there's a new refried sheriff in town. Starting May 23, Bullritos is going to be serving up its own type of high end Tex-Mex fare at 2201 Kaliste Saloom Road,...
Red or white, that is the only question
Jean Kerr said, "Even though a number of people have tried, no one has yet found a way to drink for a living." Ms. Kerr, I humbly beg to disagree. The sangria at Pamplona's Tapas Bar is...
There is local and international music, there are weird and cool things for sale in tents around downtown and there is the second most famous Louisiana export after music: amazing food. After the...
Poupart's pushing pastries downtown
Passing by the old Sidebar on Jefferson Street, next to Mr. Gloss Shoe Shine, you'll see a flowered sheet in the window with a barely there sign - "Poupart's Bistro here for Festival!!"...
Getting tarty In Your Own Backyard
The tradition of Pie Day has not only lived on, it has thrived and moved northward into Lafayette. The Center for Cultural and Eco-Tourism (CCET) has partnered with Vermilionville to discuss the...
Lafayette's Gay Fire Fighter is for now pointing to one less business on Vermilion Street. The clutch of bricked storefronts that has been revived across from Parc San Souci is be missing Philippe's...
Lafayette tops NOLA in foodie fortunes
The March issue of Restaurant Business ranked our fair city the 17th best place in the nation to open a restaurant. Photo by Robin May An elegant exotic addition to Lafayette's sushi landscape, Dozo...
Green thumbs forgo clutching hoes for mimosas on Sunday, April 3 in a charitable benefit at Esprit de Coeur. In a benefit for EarthShare Gardens, Esprit de Coeur is teaming up with Pamplona's Tapas...
This Thursday an Acadiana staple returns. Same logo, same location, yet open under a different chef. Catahoula's has been around since seemingly the beginning of time, functioning as the go-to place...
St. Pat's pride shown at Great Harvest Bread Company
This St. Patrick's Day, the Great Harvest Bread Company, located at 854A Kaliste Saloom Road (across from Fresh Pickens), wants to show Acadiana a good green time. Inspired by a trip to Texas during...
Luke Tullos, head bartender at Jolie's Louisiana Bistro, taught his first of hopefully many classes educating the public on the magic of liquor on March 10 at Cena. Luke Tullos, head bartender at...
Homemade baby food classes held at Cena
Abi Augello, local event planner and public relations consultant, is teaching classes on how parents can make their own baby food along with educating on the reasons why and how easy it is. "I'm...
Homemade baby food classes held at Cena
Abi Augello, local event planner and public relations consultant, is teaching classes on how parents can make their own baby food along with educating on the reasons why and how easy it is. "I'm...
Kevin Faulk officiates Naked Pizza grand opening
On February 26 Carencro-bred Kevin Faulk, former LSU Tiger and currently running back for the New England Patriots, cut the ribbon at Naked Pizza's first Lafayette location. Located at Naked Pizza...
Bagel-sized bite of New York comes to Lafayette
Spurred by a trip to New York with his wife, Ryan Thibodeaux decided to master the art of the bagel. After having success at the Hub City Farmers Market for over a year now, Ryan Thibodeaux has opened...
The Accidental Chef is purposefully delicious
Chefs Carlos Russo has opened The Accidental Chef Cooking School located on Garfield Street next to Esprit de Coeur. Angelle Baudin Gooding bought both buildings (the cooking school was once Mooney's,...
Writer travels the 'boudin trails'
Former Houston Chronicle Travel Editor Harry Shattuck, in an article published this week in his former newspaper, takes a waist-expanding journey along southwest Louisiana's boudin trails, as he calls...
Roundabout Tavern comes to Youngsville
Izzy Gravouia, co-owner of Lafayette's Green Room, is opening Roundabout Tavern in the heart of Youngsville. Located at 327 Iberia St. (Hwy. 92) in the Midtown Plaza, Roundabout Tavern is a...
Jolie's Louisiana Bistro's new kitchen king
Manny Augello is the new executive chef of Jolie's, a locally owned restaurant named for the famous work by artist George Rodrigue. Open just a few years, the restaurant is already a mighty contender...
Naked Pizza dons Acadian clothing
Naked Pizza will be opening in March on Arnould Boulevard, near Brother's. Lafayette seemingly has more successful, locally owned restaurants than most other cities. We love our food and we don't...
Bonnie Bell's Bistro returns to Jefferson St.
Bonnie Gibson has reopened Bonnie Bell's Bistro in its same Jefferson Street spot. Bonnie Gibson closed her Jefferson Street eatery Bonnie Bell's Bistro Dec. 31 because she had a buyer. But when the...
It's Twelfth Night; Mardi Gras to the world!
Unlike many local bakeshops that have had King Cakes out for days (you know who you are!), Keller's Bakery will serve no King Cake before its time - which is, of course, Twelfth Night (Jan....
Bayou Teche releases Grenade passion fruit beer
Arnaudville's Bayou Teche Brewing has just released the third beer in its LA-31 series. Arnaudville's Bayou Teche Brewing has just released the third beer in its LA-31 series. Grenade, brewed with...
While there is still no word on who is going to move into Bonnie Bell's Bistro spot downtown, former chef Paul Gibson, who opened up The Mess Hall on Kaliste Saloom several months ago, is set to open...
Seems the party hearty staff of the Times-Picayune have the same thoughts I do about New Year's Eve. Drink it up right. This holiday, the TP lists a dozen takes on the champagne cocktail. Frankly,...
Ok, so all the latest health recommendations say to eat more fish. Low fat, high in omega-3 fatty acids, guaranteed to lower your risk of getting a stroke. Right? Wrong. While here in the deep South...
Remember 35-cent plates of red beans and rice? If you do, you also probably ate those quintessential red beans at Buster Holmes, in New Orleans' French Quarter. The iconic restaurant, on the corner of...
It wouldn't be Christmas without eggnog
Every year come December, our beloved publisher, Steve May, starts agitating during weekly staff meetings. He's looking for the big one, the story he knows will make papers fly off news stands and...
Chef John Besh signs cookbooks Saturday
If you're looking for a last minute Christmas present for your favorite cook, one of the outstanding cookbooks to come out of Louisiana, John Besh's My New Orleans, will be signed by the New Orleans...
Otter's Chicken restaurant closes
While I've reported recently the plethora of new restaurants opening, I've been chastised by readers to tell the whole story. Restaurants do also close in Lafayette; it's a tough business. Otter's...
Louisiana environmental groups protest FDA seafood safety standards
Local environmental groups, which have been protesting the adequacy of Food and Drug Administration seafood testing from the start of the BP oil spill in the Gulf, are adding their voices to the...
Road Food: The New Cankton Drive-In
I sat down at my desk last week, and as predictable as the maddening smell of bacon and brown gravy wafting up from the kitchens at Antlers filling the parking garage about 10 in the morning, my cube...
Gulf shrimp safe: If you eat only four a week
What's good for the goose may not be so good for the grouper. Findings by the Natural Resources Defense Council in a survey of over 500 people in the Gulf states show that residents along the Gulf of...
French Press lauded in Times-Picayune
Eleven a.m. on a Thursday morning, hunched in my writing hole, gulping my second cup of coffee, scanning the news on the net, and Times-Picayune restaurant writer Brett Anderson puts brunch in my...
Two more days to turkey day. For those of you getting ready to fry a turkey for the first time, here's a video of Cajun chef Pat Mould frying a turkey on the Today Show a few years ago. Just like...
While pumpkin may be the chosen member of the Cucurbitaceae family for pies and other noshes at Thanksgiving, here in south Louisiana we favor a Convolvulaceae member for our dishes. That would be the...
Nouveau Beaujolais pops its cork
Champagne at New Year's Eve, mint juleps on Derby Day, a beautiful Beaune for Passover (that was my dad's way of blending his French heritage with Jewish observance): we who love wine and spirits have...
Autumn is the time of the grape harvest, and in a week or so the new wine will be bottled. So it's the right season to raise a glass in honor of the artistry of vintners world wide. Or raise a few...
French dips and other good things
Under the sure hand of Patrick Poupart, the little French bakery on Pinhook continues to evolve. While Poupart's has had cold sandwiches and quiches in its refrigerator cases for some time now, the...
The latest synergy in the local food world is the new paring between Café Vermilionville and Philippe's Wine Cellar. Café V has revamped its menu for fall. Think seared venison chop encrusted with...
Wild Hog and Deer Cookoff benefits Bayou Teche
Bayou Teche is getting a lot of TLC these days from Blake Couvillion and his group of Cajuns who are working to clean up the stream. The latest event is an easy sell - the Wild Hog and Deer Cook-Off....
Nola dining guide to the best restaurants in the Crescent City
It's always a treat when the Times-Picayune publishes its Fall Dining Guide, with food writer Brett Anderson's picks for top 10 restaurants in New Orleans. After which follows a heated discussion on...
Cheers! PASA Golden Gala Wine Auction
Since it was first introduced to Acadiana 16 years ago, the Performing Arts Society of Acadiana's Golden Gala wine auction has become known as one of the most spirited social events of the year. Since...
Kleinpeter ice cream garners national attention
A story on Kleinpeter Farms Dairy, of Baton Rouge, is the cover story for the October, 2010 issue of Dairy Foods Magazine. The story, titled "Straight From the Heart," was written by Cathy...
With the upcoming grand opening celebration of the Acadiana Center for the Arts set for Nov. 4-13, more good news percolates from the AcA. Along with contemporary music, the spoken word, opera, visual...
Boudin Cookoff winners and where to find them
Now that we've all recovered from Saturday's Boudin Cookoff, we're ready to hear who and what won, so we can contemplate heading out next Saturday for a taste of the winning boudins. Now that we've...
Frank Randol touts Louisiana seafood in the Windy City
Who needs BP's millions of restitution money to promote Louisiana seafood when you've got Frank Randol? Randol is best known as a restaurateur and seafood purveyor in Lafayette, but he has connections...
Are you ready? The third annual Boudin Cookoff takes place this Saturday at Parc Sans Souci. Twenty-one teams will be competing in three categories for best boudin in Acadiana, or, since some of the...
Roux Dat: New Iberia's Gumbo Cookoff
Gumbo weather indeed. That's what the temperature is this weekend in New Iberia as the town celebrates soup at the 21st annual World Championship Gumbo Cookoff. This year, 91 teams, the most in the...
October is persimmon season in Louisiana
The glorious weather is a good incentive to get out of town and in touch with the countryside around us. The glorious weather is a good incentive to get out of town and in touch with the countryside...
Fun run helps crabbers in a pinch
It helps to do a little road work before you chow down. That's what any trainer will tell you, but in this case, the run supports crab fishermen, who have been having a tough time since the BP oil...
I'm not much into the over-the-top all-day-long food shows that run on the Food and Travel channels. You can only watch Anthony Bourdain bite into a baby lamb chop and throw down glass after glass of...
Lost tacos reappear at La Paletera
Found! I'm talking about the superb tacos at Taco Tico, which closed over a year ago. Found! I'm talking about the superb tacos at Taco Tico, which closed over a year ago. Owner Irene Salvatierra left...
While the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have been reporting a mostly clean bill of health for Gulf of Mexico seafood, oysters...
Jambalaya stuffed in a crepe for breakfast? Turtle cappuccino with truffle spuma and cubes of sherry gelée? Let's just say I remain curiously skeptical. The chef's a little out there too. Rick...
Deconstruct a sushi roll and what do you get? Sutakku, a small stack of rice on the bottom, a flourish of cucumber, fish, crunchies and smelt roe in a small tower on top. That's the new gorgeous...
I'm all about shots. Tequila shots, tetanus shots, pot shots, snap shots, crack shots, whatever you got. Midafternoon, that sleepy old after-lunch feeling that happens at exactly 2:30, when I'm...
Gulf seafood under the microscope
The nose knows. Well maybe. But the sniff test for pollutants in Gulf seafood hasn't been the most reassuring way of ascertaining whether fish, crabs, shrimp and oysters from oil-afflicted waters are...
If the story I posted yesterday wasn't enough to get you off Gulf seafood for a while, take a look at this photo . It was taken by the University of Southern Misssissippi Gulf Coast Research...
Blue crab larvae from Louisiana's coastal waters are turning up contaminated with oil. Blue crab larvae from Louisiana's coastal waters are turning up contaminated with oil. According to an AP story...
I've been plagued all summer by our publisher, Steve May, to write an ice cream story. I won't get into all the reasons I haven't made it round the ice cream rounds (BP oil spill coverage, lactose...
Trendy Trynd opens in downtown
A red carpet welcome rolled out the latest addition to the bar scene in Lafayette. Trynd, a swanky upstairs lounge in the former Stan's on Vermilion Street opened Thursday night with a flourish of...
TP explores smoked meat houses of Acadiana
The Times Picayune has been traveling Cajun country's "smoked meat highway," through its contributing writer, also Independent Weekly staffer, Mary Tutwiler. An article published today asks...
Francophone dinners promote language and culture
Freeing the tongue by pleasing the palate presents a pleasant way to parlez française. Freeing the tongue by pleasing the palate presents a pleasant way to parlez française. That's the notion behind a...
The Times-Picayune printed their most important issue of the year. No, it's not the Saint's schedule. The annual Bar Guide came out over the weekend, detailing where to get the best of what you're...
Pamplona's prize-winning paella
We always knew that the paella at Pamplona was the best in Lafayette. But the local tapas restaurant has just taken on the big boys in New Orleans and beaten them at their own paella game, bringing...
Dozo Japanese restaurant heats up hibachi with a difference. Photos by Robin May Mandarin shrimp salad in a cucumber wrap Hibachi is pure kitsch. Juggling, wisecracking grill chefs chink out tunes...
For proponents of the pig, good news on the culinary front. Cajun-born chef Donald Link will be opening a second location of his dynamite New Orleans restaurant, Cochon, here in Lafayette. Link, along...
Hub City farmers market grand opening Saturday
The Saturday farmers market in the Oil Center celebrates its grand opening on June 19. The Saturday farmers market in the Oil Center celebrates its grand opening on June 19. The market's official new...
When it comes to testing seafood for the taint of oil, there's no better probe than that Gallic proboscis in the center of your face. When it comes to testing seafood for the taint of oil, there's no...
Village Café's Tauzin wins Best of Show at Culinary Classic
It was Village Café Executive Chef Jude Tauzin's night to shine. It was Village Café Executive Chef Jude Tauzin's night to shine. With six medals draped around his neck and fellow gold medal winners...
Get them while you can: State reopens two oyster beds Friday
Friday morning, the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals reopened two oyster beds, one in Plaquemines Parish, the other in Lafourche, to give harvesters as much time as possible to harvest...
Net to Net: shrimpers savvy on the Web
Stocking up on fresh Gulf seafood is on everyone's minds these days, and the town of Delcambre has just made it a lot easier. A new internet marketing Web site, www.portofdelcambre.com allows...
Culinary Classic, with chef John Besh, returns May 17
The event that bills itself "the largest culinary competition on the Gulf Coast with the largest Best of Show' purse [$10,000] in America," the Acadiana Culinary Classic returns to Lafayette...
Farmers market reopens in Oil Center
The Lafayette Hub City Farmers Market opens in the Oil Center on Saturday, May 1 at the civilized hour of 8 a.m to noon. The Gotreaux family organic farm will be there, offering snow peas, swiss...
Pours crafted to pair with Louisiana cooking
Take New Orleans' rogue politicians, her historic architecture, her love of living well, her creative cuisine and her kick-ass football team. Blend with care. Paste on an irreverent label. Wait for...
Festival: we're all in this together
This comment was posted yesterday on my blog about how much I like Frankie burgers, one of my personal Festival International treats. written by Not Amused , April 22, 2010 I know everyone likes to...
One of the pluses of working downtown is all the great food. New restaurants are constantly opening, and established places keep raising the bar with their innovative cocktails and creative menu...
The fresher the gator, the better the flavor
Ridge Road is a little bit off the beaten path for me, so I didn't notice when Deaneaux's Seafood closed several months ago. I also didn't notice when LA Seafood House opened in its stead. Perhaps...
Times-Pic spotlights Crescent City Cajun cuisine
In New Orleans, native Creole and Cajun cooking mix together like grits and grillades; trying to clearly part the two is almost impossible. In New Orleans, native Creole and Cajun cooking mix together...
Nidal Balbeisi's ever expanding empire of restaurants crossed another Rubicon on Friday, opening the doors of Collage Cafe on Jefferson Street. The espresso machine cranks up at 7:30 a.m. to jolt a...
Boucherie this weekend at the Dewey Balfa camp
For anyone who has always wondered how the squeal gets in the boudin, here's the opportunity to find out. As part of the Dewey Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Week, on Saturday, April 17 musician...
Absinthe makes the heart grow fonder (with video)
A century-old ban on the spirit in the U.S. is over. Here's why: Sometimes life is a lot like art. Take last night. I was sitting at the bar at Pamplona with a friend, sipping on absinthe and he asked...
Freddie's BBQ getting famous in spite of Freddie
Eating at Freddie's Not Yet Famous BBQ feels like a Sunday barbecue in your own backyard. Contractor and New Iberia mayor pro tem Freddie DeCourt has a genius for turning a vacant lot into a place...
Who'd a thunk it? One of the best gumbos in town can be found at Vermilionville. Usually, when a restaurant is dubbed "Mom's Cooking," or in our Francophone case, "La Cusine de...
One bad oyster is all it takes
If you ate oysters recently and you're feeling a bit queasy, you aren't alone. Nearly 40 people were sickened after eating oysters last month, which has caused the largest closure of the state's...
Sage Italian restaurant opens on Ambassador Caffery
Move over quesadillas, the arancini have arrived. Several weeks ago Picante, one of Lafayette's premier Mexican restaurants, and my personal pic for best marguerita in town, closed its doors. It...
Cochon mustard combines Abita beer and a love of sausage
Chef Donald Link is a one man food movement. Link grew up in southwest Louisiana in a family steeped in the German tradition of smoked meat centered along Hwy. 13 on the Cajun prairie. Following in...
I missed this story on Cajun Grain rice when it was first published in the New York Times magazine, on March 24, but luckily, it's still online and well worth reading. Kinder rice and pig farmer Kurt...
World class barbecue at Johnson's Boucaniere
Ever since Johnson's Boucaniere opened on St. John Street, I've been walking (got to get some exercise somehow) over to chow down on boudin and smoked sausage. Those items are family traditions from...
Ok, I'm a sucker for barbacoa. It personifies the fifth taste, umami, meaning savory. Put dark chicken, pot roasted in soy sauce and butter on my plate and I'm helpless. It's so good, it makes me...
Happy St. Paddy's Day. A few beer centric thoughts for the day. Honoring the tradition of Bennigan's, its replacement, The Tilted Kilt, on Ambassador Caffery, has the tent, the band and the green...
Move over John Besh. Step aside Susan Spicer. Lafayette's rising star chef Holly Goetting, Charley G's, will be cooking side by side with the supernovas of the New Orleans constellation of chefs at a...
You either love them or hate them, there's no middle ground when it comes to oysters. Southern writer Rick Bragg drawls out his change of heart in a memoir dubbed "Your First Oyster." ...
Jolie's Louisiana Bistro opens for lunch
Lunchtime just got a lot better on Lafayette's restaurant row. Jolie's Louisiana Bistro started serving lunch on Ash Wednesday, adding some delectable and innovative dishes to lunch choices for those...
Go for the good works, get some gumbo
Chef Colt Patin at Crawfish Town U.S.A. in Henderson is leading an effort to help out families with premature babies find teeny tiny clothing. Micro premies, babies under five pounds, who have to...
How do you like them erysters?
Fried. Oh so delicately in a thin crust of cornmeal. My favorite downtown plate lunch place, Antler's, has just added fried oysters to the poboy menu and are they good. I crunched down on the poboy...
Boiled crawfish, 35 beers on tap at Jefferson St. Pub
It's about time boiled crawfish came to downtown. Last week, Jefferson Street Pub started serving steaming trays of hot crawfish. Actually, it's teamwork that brought the boiling pots to downtown:...
For the late lunch crowd, good news from the Taco Sisters. Fans of Molly and Katy Richard's smoked fish tacos and brisket burritos can now let the noon rush die down before strolling over to the...
Jersey's Burgers and Dogs opens in Saints Streets
Take America's ballpark dog. Drop it in the deep fryer. What do you get? Astonishingly, a great weiner, with a crisp skin that rips, the way the best boudin casing does, when you bite in. Hence the...
When downtown's coffee house, Café Bonjour, closed about two years ago, the caffeinated crowd still had spots to hit for a cup of joe but no real place to hang, read the paper, watch the morning...
New menu at Pamplona filled with food art
Pamplona's chef, Orlando Amaro, is back from Barcelona, where he spent a month studying under cooking super star Ferran Adrià. The mastermind behind the internationally acclaimed restaurant elBulli is...
Flavor's the ticket at The Claw House
Just when you think you know your way around the world of boiled crawfish, another boiling joint opens up and throws you out of your comfortable routine. If you're like me, knowing where the best...
A bisque of a different color. When we say crawfish bisque here in Louisiana, it means a deep brown roux-based soup, filled with crawfish tails and stuffed heads. So when a bowl of creamy corn and...
Satisfy your crawfish craving Italian-style. Can't get enough crawfish now that the season, albeit slowly, has begun? While boiled crawfish are still tee-tiny and tres cher, Charley G's has come up...
It's Lent again, and poor Catholics must be dreading their sacrifice of not eating meat, except seafood, on Fridays. It's Lent again, and poor Catholics must be dreading their sacrifice of not eating...
And now Pho something entirely different
I'd like to make a case for renaming Johnston Street the Ho Chi Minh trail. I'd like to make a case for renaming Johnston Street the Ho Chi Minh trail. Wait, wait, before you grab your dusty M16 and...
The Valentine's Day menu at Cafe Vermilionville offers some not-to-be-missed specials. The Valentine's Day menu at Cafe Vermilionville offers some not-to-be-missed specials. Starters include a local...
Cocktail creativity is blooming in Acadiana, inspired by St. Valentine. Pamplona Tapas Bar bartender Luke Tullos has come up with another charmer for the romantic occasion. Cocktail creativity is...
Liquor is Quicker (with video)
This Valentine's Day, romantic restaurant bars are the right venue for you if you want to pitch some woo with your baby Sunday night. This Valentine's Day, romantic restaurant bars are the right...
Underground Gourmet Richard Collin remembered
For those who were eating their way through New Orleans in the 1970s, there was only one guide to the city's restaurants. The Underground Gourmet led the intrepid eater from the haute Creole halls of...
It's hard to find good barbecue in Lafayette. I've probably gotten more e-mails about where to find succulent ribs than any other food question. Normally, my primary barbecue locator is twofold. 1....
Don't take my salt shaker away
A mineral so elemental it's a pillar of the Bible. Cordelia loses Lear's love by comparing it to her affection for her father. And down here, it's a major ingredient of our favorite...
For those of us who can't get their breakfast of champions down before 11 a.m., right after every egg and bacon joint has repurposed their grill for lunch, there is a new day a-dawning downtown. The...
It's a bye week for the Saints, all the more reason to attend the other sporting event that obsesses everyone who lives south of I-10. I'm not talking about basketball or duck hunting, although both...
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