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8 Reasons Living in Louisiana Spoils You for Life

Living in Louisiana is truly something special and one of a kind. From New Orleans, to Lafayette, to Lake Charles and Shreveport, the rich culture and interesting history is undeniably fascination. So fascinating in fact, that people come from all over the world to try our food, dance at our festivals, and get a taste of the Cajun culture that is unlike any other.

In this article, written in onlyinyourstate.com, they say it best when by stating, “Louisiana is the best, right? The Bayou State has a way of getting into your soul and spoiling you for life. From the amazing community to the abundance of history around us, we are pretty lucky to live in such an amazing state.”

For those of us who have grown up in Louisiana or have grown to call it home, the list of why living in Louisiana spoils you for life could be endless but a few of the reasons are:

  1. We take southern hospitality to new levels.
  2. Our food is unparalleled.
  3. The scenery is amazing.
  4. We support creative types.
  5. Our music.
  6. We’re surrounded by history.
  7. Our state parks are pretty incredible too.

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What are some of the ways that living in Louisiana has spoiled you?

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6 Quick Road Trips To Take In Louisiana

With Fall approaching and the weather slowly but surely starting to cool down, there has never been a better time to take a Louisiana road trip and explore all there is around the state. In this article, written by onlyinyourstate.com, you will find 6 amazing places in Louisiana that are a must visit.

  1. Drive the Creole Nature Trail.

The Creole Nature Trail is a 180-mile All-American Road that will take you through the southwestern part of the state. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to view tons of wildlife, bayous, marshes, over 25 miles of Gulf of Mexico beaches, and a thriving Cajun culture. Stop off along the way to enjoy an authentic Cajun meal before taking one of the most scenic drives in Louisiana.

  1. Get lost in Kisatchie National Forest.

Louisiana’s only national forest is comprised of over 600,000 acres of beautiful pines and hardwood bottoms scattered across seven parishes in central and northern Louisiana. The rolling hills and the beautiful scenery is just the ticket for anyone looking to immerse themselves in nature for a few days. There are numerous hiking trails, so bring a tent and set out on a camping adventure you won’t soon forget.

  1. Cruise down one of Louisiana’s scenic byways.

For a true road-trip experience, head down one of Louisiana’s 18 scenic byways for a unique adventure. From the northern Boom or Bust Byway to the southeast’s Wetlands Cultural Byway, you’re sure to have a memorable time traveling down these roads. Check out our previous feature article here to learn more about Louisiana’s scenic byways.

  1. Tour some plantations.

The stretch of River Road from New Orleans to Baton Rouge is peppered with historic plantations, canopies of ancient oaks, and delightful views of the Mighty Mississippi. Stop off at a couple of plantations to take a tour and learn the history, or just take a joy ride down the historic road to admire the lovely architecture and beautiful surroundings.

 

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Hurricane Season Kitchen Prep

With Hurricane Season in full force and after the land fall of Tropical Storm Gordon, it’s better late than never to discuss Hurricane Season Kitchen Prep 101. In this article, written by nola.com,  you will find some of the most useful Hurricane Season tips that you have heard growing up in Louisiana all your life as well as some you may have not known about.

As we all know, first, as you buy and store your water, food and supplies, be sure to arrange them in easily transportable containers: plastic bins, boxes, bags and ice chests. This way, if shelter-at-home turns into an evacuation trip, you can be ready to pack up and go in no time.

Most emergency planners advise that you stock enough nonperishable food and water to last for two weeks per person. Water is essential: Tap water may become un-drinkable, if the power fails at water treatment plants. Each household should have at least a three-day supply of 1 gallon of water per person per day, plus more for any foods that require water, such as instant cereals, dry milk or soup mixes.

The LSU AgCenter’s recommendations for three-day emergency supply of nonperishable foods include canned fruits, juices, vegetables, tuna, crackers, meats or beans as well as single-serving cereals, protein and granola bars, packaged drink mixes, peanut butter, apple sauce, beef jerky, canned milk or other shelf-stable milk and cheese. (Check out the lsuagcenter.com for more tips for suggestions on quantities…)

When it come times for the cleanup, after the storm has passed, one thing you might not have heard before is to keep lemons handy. Whole lemons can brighten a bottle of lukewarm of water, add flavor when squeezed over canned tuna; and the juice mixed with water in a spray bottle makes for quick clean-ups that smell good, too.

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9 Louisiana Festivals to Visit this Fall

Louisiana Festivals are something that take place almost year-round. No matter what city you go to, there is always something to celebrate. Our rich culture and extensive history mixed with our love for food and celebration is the perfect combination of all things festival. This article, written by onlyinyourstate.com, highlights some of the most visited and exciting Louisiana Festivals you won’t want to miss out on this fall. From the Alligator Festival in Luling, Louisiana to the Highland Jazz and Blues festival in Shreveport, LA, these festivals are well worth the drive, even if it’s just for the food.

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8 Lakeside Restaurants to Visit in Louisiana

Louisiana is well known for its delicious food made not only at home but in its restaurants as well. Not only do we have some of the best food around but our landscaping is beautiful as well. Which is why this article put both of those together to bring to you eight of the best lakeside restaurants to visit in Louisiana during this time of year. So whether you are in New Orleans, Lake Arthur, Lafayette or Baton Rouge, you will want to stop by one of these amazing eateries to see what they have to offer.

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10 Classic Louisiana Restaurants

There is something about Louisiana Restaurants that is unlike any other around the world. The culture that we offer in Louisiana is unlike any other.  We have food, family and classic restaurants welcome to all walks of life.  People come from all around to try our melting pot of different, delicious foods. In this article, written by onlyinyourstate.com, 10 classic Louisiana restaurants are featured. Read the informative article to learn why they are so wonderful and why they have never changed.

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