“A Knock At My Door:” Reminiscing with Chef John Folse
On July 9, 2026, Chef John Folse celebrated his 80th birthday. Author Miguel Savoy, a ninth-generation Louisianan from Mamou, La., interviewed Chef Folse as he reminisced on his upbringing. The…
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Episode 251: Cultured Guru is Making Sauerkraut & Fermentation Accessible in Louisiana & Beyond
We’ve all heard the buzz words lately of gut health, probiotics and whatever else is trending across social media these days. But a Louisiana husband and wife team has made it their mission through their brand Cultured Guru to educate…
Tickets on Sale for New Taste of Italy Event in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS (press release) — Today at 10 a.m., tickets went on sale for a new Italian food-and-drink event, Carla Pesono's Taste of Italy, coming to New Orleans in October. Organizers…
New Tales Passport Experience for Tales of the Cocktail 2026
NEW ORLEANS (press release) — Since 2002, the global spirits community has gathered in the heart of the French Quarter for Tales of the Cocktail. What started as an annual walking tour of historic New Orleans cocktail bars has now become…
Delacroix Restaurant to Represent U.S. for July 4th Events in Paris
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Delacroix Restaurant, a New Orleans dining destination, was selected by the U.S. Embassy in France as the sole restaurant representative during this summer's Paris en Seine celebrations, including Paris Plages and the internationally renowned Carnaval…
Chuck-Full of Fun: Visiting Lake Charles
The last time my husband, Mark, and I were in Lake Charles was before COVID-19 lockdowns, and boy, has a lot changed in six years. It has been a long road to recovery from multiple natural disasters, including Hurricanes Laura…
July Events in Louisiana
The 24th annual Tales of the Cocktail returns to the Ritz-Carlton (July 19-24), with the theme “Spark,” highlighting the idea that every great movement begins with a single spark. The global event features over 60 seminars, workshops, labs, networking opportunities,…
Louisiana Summer Recipes
Late summer is a great time in Louisiana. Fishing and other water activities are the ideal relaxation. Whether you are on a lake or a bayou, there are many culinary treasures in the water. And for those who favor wild…
Two BRG Hospitality Restaurants Win St. Tammany Awards
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – BRG Hospitality announced that two of its Northshore restaurants were recognized in the 2026 Best of St. Tammany Awards. Tavi earned Gold for Best Mediterranean Restaurant for the second year in a row, and Feliciana Bistrôt…
Three Louisiana Restaurants Rank in North America's Best 50
NEW ORLEANS – On May 28, the Sheraton New Orleans hosted North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026, a ceremony celebrating the standout restaurants and industry leaders across the region, including three Louisiana restaurants. Sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, the…
Episode 247: The Tradition and Importance of Louisiana Fine Dining
Louisiana knows food. Whether it’s a crawfish boil in your parrain’s backyard or a night out at one of the longest running restaurants in the state – there is a character and whimsy associated with everything we do culinarily. New…
June Festivals in Louisiana
Louisiana is a state filled with many amazing things: music, food, diverse heritage, fishing, hunting, festivals and more. While there are many resources for most of the Louisiana treasures–food influencers, magazines like ours, cultural centers and museums, wildlife and fisheries–there…
New Community Coffee Flavors Released
BATON ROUGE (press release) – New Community Coffee flavors were added to the brand's core, permanent lineup: Chocolate Lava Cake and Cinnamon Roll. Available now, organizers share that both flavors deliver a sweet, indulgent coffee experience, with no added sugar or sweeteners.…
Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival Lineup, Contests and Sponsors
BATON ROUGE (press release) – The 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival announced the talent lineup, contests and sponsors for the upcoming festival, May 23-24 at the East Baton Rouge Parish Library (Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd.) From 11…
Celebrate National Shrimp Day: 11 Shrimp Recipes
If you need a break from the abundance of crawfish in your life, or just an excuse to make a delicious shrimp dish, the perfect day for you is coming. May 10 is National Shrimp Day. I’m not sure how…
Recipes to Preserve & Conserve Louisiana Food Culture
There is no end to the food creativity of the people of Louisiana. We have tried to find ways to eat just about everything. There was even a campaign, albeit unsuccessful, in the early part of the century to encourage…
Ragged Branch Risen Star Reserve Honors Louisiana Horse
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (press release) – Ragged Branch Distillery, located in Augusta County, Virginia, announced an exclusive special-edition release of Ragged Branch Risen Star Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey in Louisiana. Organizers share that the release commemorates the thrilling and historic 1988…
Ochsner Eat Fit App Available at Festival International de Louisiane
LAFAYETTE, La. (press release) – During the Festival International de Louisiane's 40th anniversary, Ochsner Eat Fit is partnering with the festival’s food vendors for the first time to highlight Eat Fit-approved dishes and…
22nd Annual Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival in Belle Chasse
BELLE CHASSE, La. (press release) – The 22nd Annual Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival will take place April 24-26, bringing a celebration of local seafood, culture and community to the festival grounds at 333 F. Edward Hebert Blvd. in Belle Chasse.…
Food & Wine Fest: Louisiana's Best Taste Awards + Our Top Picks
Louisiana's Best Taste Awards, a competition that kicked off the 2026 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival, took place at L’Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles on March 12 with five judges, including our very own Louisiana Life team member Rebecca Taylor,…
Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival Details + Cooking Contest Open
BATON ROUGE (press release) – The 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival takes place May 23 and 24 at East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library (7711 Goodwood Blvd., Baton Rouge, La., 70806), 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. both…
Baton Rouge’s Female-Led Oxbow Rum Fuels Local Spirits
On the edge of Baton Rouge, near the Mississippi River, lies Oxbow Rum Distillery. Founded in 2017, Oxbow has a spirit-filled mission: “to serve as stewards of our land and sugarcane by creating premium American rum, amplifying the stories of…
Landry Vineyards Concert Series Returns March 21
WEST MONROE, La. – The Landry Vineyards concert series returns Saturday, March 21, with its first concert, followed by four more concerts throughout the year. Imagine a lovely Saturday spring evening of wine tastings, good food, lively music, a family-friendly…
Who's Competing at the 2026 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival?
LAKE CHARLES – The 2026 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival, hosted by Visit Lake Charles, takes place March 12 – 15 in Lake Charles. The four-day event schedule offers a range of tastings, live cooking expositions, music and more. Additionally, the festival…
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