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Louisiana's Famous Desserts

Sink a sweet tooth into these classic desserts straight from the Bayou State.

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Louisiana Food Lovers' Bucket List

This is just a small sampling of the many iconic foods you'll have to try as you explore all five regions of Louisiana.

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Louisiana's Culinary Lingo

The best way to learn Louisiana’s edible lingo is simply to sit down and start eating.

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Louisiana Seafood Boil Recipe

It's always a party in Louisiana — host your own seafood boil to bring a taste of Louisiana to you!

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Southern Fried Okra Recipe

Fried okra? Yes, please!

Alton Brown's Love Affair with Louisiana Cooking

Alton Brown definitely knows his way around the kitchen and he gives us his expert opinion on what makes Louisiana cuisine so special.

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Creole King Cake Ice Cream Recipe

Just in time for Mardi Gras, try this recipe for King Cake Ice Cream.

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Holiday Louisiana Oyster Dressing

This decadent and easy-to-make recipe is a perfect accompaniment for holiday dishes.

Poppy Tooker's Seafood Gumbo Recipe

Chef Poppy Tooker, New Orleans native and resident expert on all things cooking in Louisiana kitchens, shares her famous gumbo recipe.

Don't Miss Dishes - Creole Crescent Trail

Looking for recommendations of what to eat on the Creole Crescent trail? Here are some New Orleans area dishes that you definitely won't want to miss.

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Behold the Holy Trinity of Cajun Cooking

These three simple ingredients form the base of most Cajun and Creole dishes.

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Lisa White's King Cake Recipe

Try this caramelized twist on the traditional king cake!

The Inside Scoop on Louisiana Gumbo

Fall’s arrival means it’s gumbo weather! Here’s what you need to know about the state’s favorite soup.

Experience Louisiana's Culinary Trails

Pack up and head out for a tasty Louisiana road trip.

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Galatoire's Oysters Rockefeller Recipe

Oysters Rockefeller is a classic New Orleans dish that offers a rich sauce baked over fresh oysters.

Louisiana's Cooking Schools

These Louisiana cooking schools can transform your recipe repertoire.

Gumbo Festivals in Louisiana

See what's stirring at these events where hot pots of rich gumbo take center stage.

How to Make Roux

Roux may sound fancy but it's simple to make. Discover the different types of roux, how to cook a roux and watch the step by step instructional video.

Bananas Foster Recipe

The original Bananas Foster was created at Brennan's Restaurant in New Orleans in 1951.

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Bacon Gumbo with Louisiana Oysters

Dive into this decadent holiday gumbo from Patois Restaurant.

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Creole Crab Dip Recipe

This rich and creamy crab dip recipe is the perfect appetizer.

Crab Cakes with Jalapeño Remoulade by Donald Link

Crab Cakes recipe courtesy of Chef Donald Link, exerted from ‘Real Cajun – Rustic Home Cooking' from Donald Link’s Louisiana

Eat Fresh In Louisiana – Follow Our Culinary Trails

The Louisiana Culinary Trails can guide you to some of the best food your taste buds will ever experience.

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Louisiana Carryout - Local Products and Tasty Treats

Carry out a taste of Louisiana from each culinary region - these products make for tasty trip mementos.

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Red Beans and Rice Recipe

This traditional New Orleans dish is still a Monday staple in Louisiana homes.

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Louisiana Culinary Dictionary

The Bayou State’s flair for the exotic extends to its tongue-twisting menu of local dishes. Brush up on your Louisiana vocabulary with these ten culinary terms.

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Seven Don't Miss Louisiana Food Tours

A selection of region-specific itineraries for food lovers on the go

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Crawfish Bread Recipe

Bring the flavors of Louisiana to your table with crawfish bread!

Ultimate List of Louisiana Products to Serve with Holiday Meals

Prepare your holiday meals in style with these locally-made Louisiana products.

Traditional King Cake Recipe

Sometimes its best to stick to tradition! Try this traditional King Cake recipe.

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Classic French Onion Soup Recipe from Café Degas

This hearty and warming French Onion Soup is a winter favorite in New Orleans.

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Louisiana's Culinary Hall of Fame

Get the guide to Louisiana's most famous dishes and where you can eat them!

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A Few of the Best Known Chefs of Louisiana

Discover these chefs that will make your mouth water while you devour their award-winning Louisiana dishes.

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Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

This Louisiana staple dish will make your tastebuds realize the real meaning of comfort food.

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Chicken, Andouille and Shrimp Jambalaya Recipe

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Culinary Q&A: Dickie Brennan

Three questions with Dickie Brennan, of New Orleans’ legendary restaurant family.

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Louisiana Seafood Festivals

Shrimp, oysters, crabs and crawfish. They're not just types of seafood, they are reasons to party.

A Louisiana Take on Middle Eastern Cuisine

Middle Eastern immigrants have been settling into Louisiana for over a century, and with them came their famous cuisine.

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Louisiana Barbecued Shrimp Recipe

This Pot O' BBQ Shrimp recipe will leave everyone delightfully happy! Its finger-licking good!

Charbroiled Oysters Recipe

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Shrimp and Grits Recipe from Justin Devillier, La Petite Grocery New Orleans

Representing New Orleans in Food Network's Top Chef, Devillier shares this tasty shrimp and grits recipe.

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Louisiana Crawfish Étouffée Recipe

Popular around the state, étouffée literally means "smothered." This rich Creole dish can be prepared with crawfish or shrimp and is served over rice.

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Absinthe Oysters Recipe from Commander's Palace

Bring this decadent New Orleans recipe to your table.

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Chargrilled Oysters with Artichoke Garlic Cream Sauce

Roasted Vegetable Bruschetta Recipe

This light and lovely bruschetta recipe highlights Louisiana's beautiful produce.

Following Emeril's New Orleans Journey

Dine at the destinations that made this celebrity chef famous.

Looking for Crawfish? There's an App for That - Culinary Apps

These apps tell you where to get fresh Louisiana crawfish, join a local crawfish boil or find a restaurant crawl.

25 Louisiana Travel Ideas for Food Lovers

Louisiana’s landscape and history create a culinary tradition unlike any place else - and that makes it the perfect vacation getaway for anyone who loves to eat!