If you’re looking to have a romantic dinner out with that special someone, here are some great places to consider! 1910 Located in downtown Lake Charles, 1910 has a unique menu, an extensive wine list, and a cozy ambiance. This week, they’re tantalizing us with a couple of special Valentine…
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Quickly on the heels of the holidays, everyone immediately gears up for Mardi Gras in Lake Charles / Southwest Louisiana . Craving the sweet taste of King Cake with cinnamon, sugar, fillings and the perfect way that King Cake melts in your mouth brings a smile to everyone’s lips! Traditional King…
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Mardi Gras is growing bigger and more elaborate every year. From parades and balls to parties and chicken runs, you need to plan ahead so that you don’t miss out on something incredible! Whether it’s your first Mardi Gras or if you’re a seasoned vet, here is a list of things you have to experience…
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In Southwest Louisiana, the good times don’t end after Christmas or the New Year. Instead, we continue to celebrate with one of my favorite holidays: MARDI GRAS! And there’s no better way to begin the new season than by going to the annual Twelfth Night celebration . This event is the official start…
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No other bakery treat can beat King Cake during the Mardi Gras season. Take a stab at making your own with this recipe from the Junior League of Lake Charles cookbook, "Marshes to Mansions." Download the recipe card, here . We want to see your creations! After baking, dress your cake up with Mardi…
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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…
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For many in Southwest Louisiana, the Christmas meal is a big pot of gumbo…
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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…
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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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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…
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