How 5 St. Martin Parish Businesses Are Redefining Cajun Resilience in the Era of Covid The archetype of the tireless resilience and enduring spirit of the Cajun people exists for a reason. It goes back to the beginning of our story in Louisiana, when the first Acadian settlers were exiled from…
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A tour of St. Martin Parish’s historic and hallowed landmarks Founded in 1755 by the French-Canadian exiles of Acadie who sought religious and cultural freedom, Cajun Country’s long and poignant history is just as interesting as the people who inhabit it. The storied landmarks that remain in St…
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Discovering décor, dinosaurs, and more To get a closer look at the watery wildlife who call America’s largest wetland area home, look no further than Henderson, where swamp life is second nature. Dubbed “The Gateway to the Atchafalaya Basin,” the town is an easy entryway into the natural beauty…
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Cajun jams, creative connection, and novel beers on tap Arnaudville may possess all the trappings of a sleepy bayou town, but there’s more to the place once known as “La Jonction” than meets the eye. For the past fifteen years, Arnaudville has been the epicenter of a rich cultural revival with an…
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For small town charm this holiday season, head to the Crawfish Capital of the World To experience the epitome of small town character and charm—and get a head start on your holiday shopping— embark on a scenic sojourn to Breaux Bridge. The city’s historic downtown has a variety of exquisite art…
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Historic haunts, offbeat adventures, and outdoor escapes History and heritage converge in St. Martinville, or “Le Petit Paris,” as it was called by early French settlers. As the third oldest town in Louisiana, it’s no wonder that St. Martinville’s most popular attractions also happen to be…
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[caption id="attachment_2764" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Photo courtesy of Fr. Michael Champagne[/caption] Leading by example, this St. Martinville priest is inspiring his community to live their faith out loud During his twenty-four years serving as Father Superior at the Community of Jesus…
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Just in time for All Saints Day, an introduction to 5 of Cajun Country’s Most Sacred Spots Photo courtesy of Fr. Michael Champagne. In South Louisiana, the secular and the sacred tend to overlap. Faith permeates our culture; it’s why you see statues of the Virgin Mary in front yards all across…
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On the classic Cajun combo: Regional cuisine served hot and ready Imagine: it’s lunchtime, and you’re hungry. You don’t have much time to get a bite to eat, but you can’t bring yourself to join the line for the drive-thru—not when you have access to some of the best culinary fare in the world. No…
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[caption id="attachment_2725" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Patrons enjoy a flight of beers at Bayou Teche Brewing in Arnaudville, LA on November 29, 2019 . Photo by Paul Kieu.[/caption] Craft Cocktails, Bayou Brews, and Specialty Spirits Cajuns are known to work hard and play harder, hence the…
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