The boudin king cake craze hit the Mardi Gras scene in 2014. It is the savory “sibling” to the season’s sweet treat of cream cheese and fruit-filled king cakes. With Lake Charles being the home to the Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail, it is only right for us to share a recipe! • Too lazy to make one…
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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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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…
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Welcome to Common Grounds Coffee Shop! Common Grounds is a locally and family-owned "Sit and Chill" Coffee house that was built on love and prayer, two of the ingredients that make this a must-visit, top of the checklist, new favorite amongst locals and visitors alike. There are many things that…
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I think I have a serious case of winederlust . It’s described as the strong desire to drink wines from around the world, or – in my case – around Lake Charles. It’s perhaps the best of the libation ailments out there, and I’m thankful for the chance to conduct “research” around town to see where the…
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A note from Jamison Trouth... Yellowfin Distillery is excited to announce that we have perfected our original product and rebranded it to make way for our newest vodka product. To make things even sweeter, we have partnered with McNeese State University, to release Yellowfin Single Estate Vodka…
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Whether you want to play outdoors or in, hit a fall festival or enjoy a memorable meal, Lake Charles offers a full slate of family fun. Outdoor Parks & Playgrounds Ready to run and jump, swing and skate, play and putt? Lake Charles is calling you for a great family getaway this fall. Taking a…
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If you’ve lived in Southwest Louisiana long enough, then you’ve probably heard the term “gumbo weather.” Gumbo weather is what we refer to as the first cool front – and by “cool front” I mean “lows in the 60s” – and it usually inspires all of us to run to the store for our favorite Cajun ingredients…
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Fall is coming for us, which means two things: relief from the summer heat (hopefully) and football! Whether your cheering for Local State University or Hometown Tech, personally we prefer our McNeese Cowboys, tailgating and other gatherings are sure to ensue no matter where you are. So why not…
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What better way to spend your time in Lake Charles than visiting some of the best places to eat, take photos and see amazing views? With this top 10 list of places, you can achieve all three. Here is my personal lists of the best places for Snaps, Snacks, and Scenery in SWLA! 1. Tia Juanita's Fish…
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