“Today, we produce about 750,000 bottles a day.” The speed with which the company historian tossed out that number is proof that Shane Bernard knows his Tabasco … past and present. “And that’s the red...

I am not selling beer!” And had Herbert Schilling honored that proclamation he made back in 1949, what has since come to pass … might never have happened. “My father,” begins his son, Herbert Schilli...

Growing up in Eunice, Chef Drake Leonards recalls being surrounded by great cooks and eating classic Louisiana dishes in every season. “I grew up like most of the folks I know, sharing meals in the ho...

THE LEGACY BEGINS Since 1934, Don’s Seafood has been the go-to place for authentic Cajun cuisine and fresh local seafood. At age 24, Don Landry Sr. originally established the legendary spot as a plac...

STAR-STUDDED CHEF Working his way up from dishwasher to restaurant owner at iMonelli, award-winning Chef Brian Blanchard has served up authentic Italian cuisine and Cajun specialties to loyal Acadian...

Week after week, the grillin’ gurus, Keith Guidry and Curt Guillory, bring you their unique brand of delicious entertainment. See what all the buzz is about and get your weekly dose of cooking wisdom,...

As a foodie from way back who also loves Louisiana-style home cooking, I was excited to explore KK’s Café on an early Sunday morning to sample the breakfast offerings. Because “breakfast is the most i...

Stanley Lerille was ready for a new challenge. He wanted to open a midtown bar. He wanted to do things no one else was doing. “We opened Lafayette’s first smoke-free bar, and we were the first to offe...

New Iberia native, Stu Gonsuron, has enjoyed a long and varied career in the culinary industry which began when he worked as a busboy in high school. After working as a waiter and prep cook, he next a...

Musician Walter Jr. makes his triumphant return to the stage at iMonelli Jazz Room. A true renaissance man, the acclaimed guitarist/singer/songwriter recently celebrated his 50th year as an impressive...

What is considered “good music” made in the past couple of years is becoming harder and harder to distinguish as “new.” Perhaps because of COVID-19, singer–songwriters are leaning in more to the feel ...

A storm pelted the grounds of an historic home in Natchez, Mississippi, hours before The Rouge Krewe was to play for a wedding reception crowd — less than ideal for an outdoor event.“The rain stopped,...

Everyone in Sarah Russo’s family is a musician. Though her father pastored a church in the small town of Port Barre, La., he too was a musician, along with the rest of the family.“For the longest time...

The recently opened Virgin Hotel New Orleans, located in the Warehouse District, is ready to be explored and enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. Just a two-block stroll away from Lafayette Square, a...

Located in the Eagle River Valley, Avon, Colorado, is a small town nestled at the base of Beaver Creek Ski Resort and just eight or so miles from better known Vail. Avon is also home to the Westin Riv...

Angie Vincent and the Mardi Gras Musketeers are a group of artists and designers that have been serving the Lafayette area Mardi Gras krewes for over 15 years. Best known for their exquisite Mardi Gra...