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We Are Savory!

Jambalaya, gumbo, spicy crawfish, boudin and bread pudding, these are just a few things you can sample of Southwest Louisiana's famous Cajun French and Creole cuisine. Cajuns in Southwest Louisiana like to tap their toes to good music while dining, and several restaurants in the Southwest Louisiana area feature live Cajun tunes almost every night of the week. Don't miss out on delicious seafood and fine dining seasoned to perfection. There are also many culinary events throughout the year that feature savory local dishes.

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Boudin Trail

SWLA Boudin…
A Cajun staple food, boudin is made from Louisiana long-grain rice, pork and each chef’s secret blend of… Read More →

Crawfish

Crawfish
Southwest Louisiana is known for its amazing cuisine, and no cuisine is held on a higher pedestal to locals… Read More →

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Resorts

Casino Resorts
From golf greens and spas to horseracing and island time getaways, you will fall in love with the variety of… Read More →

Creole Nature Trail

If you crave the calm and splendor of the great outdoors, then you will surely enjoy the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road. In Louisiana's Outback, one of America's "Last Great Wildernesses," you have the opportunity to experience world-famous wildlife habitats and estuaries. The Creole Nature Trail is a journey through a wild and rugged terrain unique to Louisiana, America and the world. Pack a picnic lunch, load up the car, and don't forget your binoculars.

Creole Nature…
Explore world-famous wildlife habitats & estuaries on your journey through the wild & rugged terrain… Read More →

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Cameran Nelson

Cameran Nelson live at Jack After Dark. About Nelson's knack for the neon lights and passion for the stage all started at the age of thirteen when he began playing bass in his Read More →

Downtown at Sundown - Boomerang

Downtown at Sundown second concert features Boomerang. Another “can’t miss” event this spring is the Downtown at Sundown Outdoor Concert Series , starting on Read More →

Louisiana Junior High & High School Finals Rodeo

Southwest Louisiana has roped ’em back in, as the Louisiana Junior High Finals Rodeo and Louisiana High School Finals Rodeo return to the Burton Coliseum. The Junior High Finals will take Read More →

Time Capsule Opening Event

Background: During the City of Lake Charles Centennial Celebration, Mayor James Sudduth buried a time capsule at what is now 1911 Historic City Hall. When the capsule was buried, Read More →

Wynonna and the Big Noise

Country superstar Wynonna and her band, The Big Noise will perform at Golden Nugget Lake Charles in the Grand Event Center on Friday, May 26 at 8:30 PM. Wynonna Judd rose to fame performing Read More →