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SWLA Christmas: A to Z

11/30/2018 by Visit Lake Charles

Posted In: Festivals & Events

Cooler weather, colorful Christmas lights, warm cups of hot chocolate, and the big guy himself, Santa Claus. It must be the holiday season! Southwest Louisiana has one festive collection of Christmas fun. Here’s a Cajun Christmas list from A to Z. A is for Amazing Decorations along Shell Beach Dr. Shell Beach Dr. is a hotspot for Christmas light

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Christmas Gumbo Recipe

11/29/2018 by Visit Lake Charles

Posted In: Culinary

For many in Southwest Louisiana, the Christmas meal is a big pot of gumbo.

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Why you need to go to Christmas Under the Oaks

11/20/2018 by Angie Manning

Posted In: Festivals & Events

I love Christmas, and one of my favorite Christmas traditions is heading out to the Christmas Under the Oaks festival . This year, it’s Nov. 30 – Dec. 1, with a Holiday House preview party on Nov. 29. At the festival, you can truly sense the spirit of the season with the decorations and lights, music, candy canes, hot chocolate and seeing the

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Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Lake Charles

11/19/2018 by Visit Lake Charles

Posted In: Culinary

Don't feel like cooking? Or maybe you're in town to enjoy a quick holiday getaway! Whatever your reason, you may still be hungry on Thanksgiving, so here are a few options:

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Celebrate Go for a Ride Day in Southwest Louisiana

11/19/2018 by Angie Kay Dilmore

Posted In: Outdoors

Over the river and through the marsh, to Grandmother’s house we GO . . . .! November 22, 2018 is more than Thanksgiving Day. It is also Go for a Ride Day! So, after you’ve gobbled up copious amounts of food from your Thanksgiving feast and the turkey coma has worn off, instead of watching football, going to a movie theater, or throwing yourself

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8 Things You'll Need for a Cajun Thanksgiving

11/19/2018 by Elizabeth Eustis

Posted In: Culinary

It’s only a few more days until Thanksgiving. It’s so close, I can almost taste it! Of course every family has their traditions when it comes to the Thanksgiving Day and the menu. This year, I challenge you to give your dinner a touch of SPICE with some Cajun inspired dishes. 1. Add the “Trinity” to your recipe One bonafide Cajun ingredient is

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Holiday Shopping Markets in Lake Charles

11/6/2018 by Visit Lake Charles

Posted In: Shopping

With the holidays right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about everyone’s Christmas wish list. These holiday shopping markets can help you find something special for everyone—even that holiday Grinch!

Veterans Day in Lake Charles

11/5/2018 by Visit Lake Charles

Posted In: Festivals & Events

This time of year, it's easy to get swept up in the hustle and bustle of the various holidays. Jumping from Halloween candy to Thanksgiving turkey, and then to Christmas! While these holidays are fun and enjoyable, let's take a moment on Veteran's Day to remember and thank those who have so selflessly sacrificed

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Deliciousness on the Half Shell: Where to Get Your Oyster Fix

10/22/2018 by Lauren Abate

Posted In: Culinary

Luckily for us, there are many eating establishments in the area that serve various oyster dishes. Along with raw and grilled, there are traditional favorites, such as Oysters Rockefeller, baked with spinach and herbs, and Oysters Bienville, which include shrimp, mushroom, and cheese.

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Paul's Rib Shack Barbecue - Stoking Our Primal Instincts

10/22/2018 by Angie Kay Dilmore

Posted In: Culinary

We continue our series on Culinary Creatives by catching up with Paul Pettefer, the regionally-famous “Bishop of BBQ.” Pettefer, a local businessman, began his barbecue journey seven years ago by cooking racks of ribs on his backyard grill and inviting friends over to eat and socialize. Word got out, and soon he was asked to cater small gatherings,

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Lake Charles Blog

SWLA Christmas: A to Z

Christmas Gumbo Recipe

Why you need to go to Christmas Under the Oaks

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Lake Charles

Celebrate Go for a Ride Day in Southwest Louisiana

8 Things You'll Need for a Cajun Thanksgiving

Holiday Shopping Markets in Lake Charles

Veterans Day in Lake Charles

Deliciousness on the Half Shell: Where to Get Your Oyster Fix

Paul's Rib Shack Barbecue - Stoking Our Primal Instincts

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