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Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana is a blend of diverse cultures and people. Like many cities across Louisiana, we celebrate one another through food and music. With delicious Creole cooking and toe-tapping Zydeco traditions, we enjoy our cultural gumbo every day of the year! To truly get a taste of Visit Lake Charles, supporting local businesses is the way to go. The area is brimming with entrepreneurs and creatives. Below, you can find a collection of black-owned businesses in Southwest Louisiana from coffee shops and restaurants to retail, venues - even local musicians with merchandise for sale. We hope you enjoy supporting these locally owned businesses in #LouisianasPlayground.
Bring out the entire family as we educate and celebrate the rich, dynamic, and wonderful African American culture and heritage in Southwest Louisiana! The festival hosts live musical performances, empowerment sessions, dance ensembles, a Kids Zone, Black Pot Cookoff, Health Fair, and much…