Visit Lake Charles is pleased to announce that Chef Lyle Broussard of Crying Eagle Brewing – Lakefront will represent Southwest Louisiana at Taste Louisiana on Oct. 28 at Chelsea Market in New York City.
Taste Louisiana is a one-night culinary event and a collaborative effort of the Louisiana Travel Association, the Louisiana Office of Tourism, the Louisiana Seafood Promotion & Marketing Board, and destination partners across the state, including Visit Lake Charles. The event is designed to position Louisiana as a premier culinary destination, bringing together media, content creators, and the public to experience the state’s distinctive culinary scene, music, and hospitality.
“Food is one of the best ways to tell Southwest Louisiana’s story,” said Kyle Edmiston, president and CEO of Visit Lake Charles. “By showcasing our authentic flavors on a national stage, we are highlighting what makes our region so special and inspiring travelers to choose Louisiana’s Playground for their next trip.”
Attendees will sample bites from all 11 participating chefs, beverages featuring Louisiana brands, and experience live performances by Grammy Award-winning artist Wayne Toups and musician David St. Romain.
“Cooking for me is about honoring where I come from,” Broussard said. “I’m proud to share the Cajun and Creole flavors that reflect the spirit of Southwest Louisiana. It’s a privilege to bring a little piece of home to the Big Apple for Taste Louisiana.”
Broussard, known for his authentic Cajun and Creole flavors, has long been committed to preserving the region’s culinary traditions. Over the course of his career, he has earned multiple honors, including ROSE and Legacy Awards. In 2024, he was honored with the Outstanding Culinary Professional award, and in 2017, he was selected as the recipient of the Lasting Impression award.
General admission tickets are available for $75. For tickets and additional event information, visit www.tastelouisiana.org.
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About Visit Lake Charles
Visit Lake Charles, the official destination marketing organization for Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana, is the only organization in Southwest Louisiana providing advocacy, promotion, and education for the tourism industry. For more information on Visit Lake Charles and things to see and do in Louisiana’s Playground, log on to VisitLakeCharles.org.
About Taste Louisiana
Taste Louisiana is the collaborative efforts of the Louisiana Travel Association, the Louisiana Office of Tourism, and its partners, offering appetizing getaways and promoting Louisiana by way of its unique culinary scene. Taste Louisiana showcases the diverse food experiences throughout Louisiana and in major cities across the country. Taste Louisiana aims to inspire travelers by highlighting the accessibility and epicurean journeys awaiting them in Louisiana. For more information about the Taste Louisiana program, visit ExploreLouisiana.com/Culinary, and follow Taste Louisiana on Facebook and Instagram.
