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Places Where You Can Learn More About Lafayette’s History

February 22, 2020February 28, 2020 doadmin

The city of Lafayette, Louisiana, is packed with places where you and yours can learn of its interesting history. Please take a look at our list of favorite historical destinations below. You might be surprised by what you find.

Vermillionville

To experience the living history of Louisiana head over to the 23-acre Vermillionville. At Vermillionville, you’ll discover 19 attractions, including musical and cultural performances, food offerings, and arts and crafts workshops where villagers do everything as it was done in the early days of colonization. Immerse yourself in the history and cultural works of the Acadians, Creoles, and Native Americans who populated this area from 1765 to 1890.

Top 4 Barbecue Restaurants to Enjoy Around Lafayette, LA

February 7, 2020 doadmin

Louisiana is renowned for great barbecue, and Lafayette boasts some awesome BBQ places. Here are some of the best that the city has to offer.

Johnson’s Boucaniere

The original Johnson’s Boucaniere opened in 1937 in Eunice, LA; this family-run restaurant and specialty meat store in downtown Lafayette is still preparing meat and barbecue to the same recipes today. The only seating is on the lovely and spacious covered outdoor terrace of this historic house where you can relax and enjoy the Zydeco music. Inside, you can buy their specially prepared and home-smoked meats to take home.

As Expected, Plenty of Great French Eateries Around Lafayette

January 17, 2020January 20, 2020 doadmin

J’ai faim translates to “I’m hungry” in French. If this sounds like you and you want to try out a new French eatery, then keep reading. We have put together some of our favorites that you can try on your next meal outing. So here we go: these are the best French places to eat in Lafayette, Louisiana.

La Creperie Bistro

La Creperie Bistro is a charming French eatery. Their menu items all pair perfectly with one of their special drinks, such as cider, wines, or champagne. For starters, you can try out the crostini with prosciutto, almonds, cranberries, and goat cheese, all drizzled with honey. The breakfast items include classic crepes, French toast, and Croque Madame served with ham or turkey, Gruyere cheese, bechamel sauce, and an egg. Find La Creperie Bistro at 1921 Kaliste Saloom Road Suite 116. It’s open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and again on Sunday. On Friday and Saturday, it’s open until 9 p.m.

Plan Ahead for Lafayette’s famous Mardi Gras Celebrations

January 3, 2020December 27, 2019 doadmin

The city of Lafayette, Louisiana, is known for having some of the biggest Mardi Gras celebrations outside of New Orleans. Whether you live in the area or plan to visit, there are so many things to do and plan for during the event. Here are some things to consider when it comes to going to the Mardi Gras celebration in Lafayette.

Fat Tuesday

Mardi Gras takes place each year on Fat Tuesday, which is the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. This year, Fat Tuesday is on Feb. 25, 2020. However, many parades kick off the carnival season starting as early as January.

Lafayette Diners offer Great Food, Friendly Service

December 27, 2019January 2, 2020 doadmin

Very few restaurants can achieve the same home-cooked food and welcoming environment that a hometown diner can. If you’re looking for a traditional diner experience in the Lafayette, Louisiana, area, then you are in luck.

1. Shade Tree Cafe

The Shade Tree Cafe in nearby Broussard can be difficult to find, as it is tucked away behind a residential area and situated at the end of a long, gravel walkway. But, don’t let this fool you. The food is delicious, the prices are affordable, and the staff is friendly and accommodating.

Experience the Top 4 Day Spas Around the Lafayette Area

December 6, 2019December 12, 2019 doadmin

Don’t let the hustle and bustle of the holiday season stress you. With a few top-rated spa choices in the area, you can relax and unwind. Make your relaxation appointment at one of these top spas in the Lafayette, Louisiana, area.

1. Spa Mizan

Whether your idea of relaxing includes a full body massage or a new hair color and style, you will find it all at Spa Mizan. Mizan is Arabic for balance and balance is what you will find here. Each service is performed by an experienced and well-trained esthetician, ensuring that you leave feeling refreshed and renewed. Try the Stress-Fix massage which includes either 60 or 90-minutes of a massage with certified organic aroma essences.

Lafayette a ‘Hub City’ of Performances Scheduled for 2020

November 22, 2019November 15, 2019 doadmin

Lafayette is full of arts and performance-minded people that like to perform. Because of this, there is a growing number of places where you can support the arts and catch a great performance. As 2020 draws closer, more details about the upcoming performances are becoming available, and Lafayette has quite a few great performances planned. Here are some of Lafayette’s scheduled performances for 2020.

Porgy & Bess by Gershwin

“Porgy & Bess” is a well-known musical and has been out of the Lafayette area for nearly 30 years. Fortunately, it is making its return in February of 2020. It is planned for Feb. 1, 2020, in the James Devin Moncus Theater at the Acadiana Center for the Arts. “Porgy & Bess” is a folk opera that tells the story of Porgy, a disabled beggar and his relationship with Bess, a woman stuck in an abusive relationship. It is a moving story to witness and masterfully combines opera with folk music and tales. If you have never seen it, it is worth checking out in person.

Food, Activities on the Menu for Date Night Near Lafayette

November 1, 2019November 15, 2019 doadmin

The secret to a long, happy relationship is to continue dating each other long after you’ve been together. Keep it fresh, fun, and interesting by switching it up and trying out new places. Here are some places to help you plan a fun date night in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Escape Room Lafayette

Looking for a way to shake up the regular date night routine? Try Escape Room Lafayette. This exciting, interactive experience will get your adrenaline going while you try to escape one of their extremely realistic-themed rooms. They have several different rooms you can try out with only a group of two.

Lafayette Offers Plenty of Fun for the Entire Family

October 18, 2019October 25, 2019 doadmin

Adventuring in Lafayette can be even more fun when you can bring the whole family. With so many different family-friendly things to do, you can easily plan enough to fill an entire weekend. We have put together our favorite things to do to help you plan a day the kids will love in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Children’s Museum of Acadiana

This hands-on museum is great for younger children and their families. The interactive exhibits allow them to express and challenge themselves, all while having a great time. You can bring the kids out for a day of exploration, creativity, and imagination while you follow or play along. Admission is $7 for anyone over 1 year old. The Children’s Museum of Acadiana is located at 201 East Congress Street.

Lafayette Offers a Variety of Great Asian Restaurants to Savor

October 7, 2019October 11, 2019 doadmin

Lafayette, LA is second to none when it comes to offering a variety of authentic Asian cuisine featuring family recipes handed down through the generations to classic dishes featuring the chef’s modern interpretation. Whether looking for takeout from a local mom and pop or a dining experience with family and friends, here are the best Asian restaurants in Lafayette, LA.

Tsunami Sushi

In many ways, downtown Lafayette grew up around Tsunami Sushi, with the bar and restaurant located at the midpoint of the Jefferson Street arc. Since opening its doors in January of 2000, Michele Ezell, her husband, Sean; and partners Fred Nonato and Toon Nguyen, have positioned Tsunami as a sometimes funky sometimes fancy always flavorful sushi joint.