Last year, Acadiana Lifestyle had quite a nice haul at the Louisiana Press Association awards banquet. First place in our division for General Excellence, Best Cover, Best Layout and Design, Best … well now I’m just gushing. We’ve already submitted our entries for this year and included all …
Throughout Acadiana, in almost any given month, you are sure to attend a cook-off competition or eat your way through a festival dedicated to one of our many unique southern dishes. Gumbo champions have vied for the best roux, jambalaya victors have prevailed, and boudin top dogs hold steadf…
You’re dressed to the nines, feeling spectacular about your vibe, and notice a strut in your step as you walk into the room. Are you settling for a mug of beer on a night like this? We didn’t think so. Instead, try one of these cocktails that each boast a little something extra.
Looking for something unique and fun to do for your child’s next birthday party, girls’ night in, anniversary, or department retreat? You just might find the answer in your own backyard.
How is it possible I’ve grown up in Louisiana and never been on an airboat swamp tour? No matter. I checked that off my bucket list at Basin Landing this month. Wind in my hair, roar of the engine, and some of the most beautiful swampland around. Oh, and there was that moment I stared into t…
The thing about a good statement piece is it never says, “Don’t look at me!” Whether you choose an item of clothing, an accessory, or piece of decor, why not say it out loud with a bit of attitude? Take a look at just a few of the bold and brassy items we found this month.
Revelers from near and far visit South Louisiana during Carnival Season to experience the unique and wild customs locals look forward to with mouthwatering anticipation (maybe that’s the King Cake). Hearing about the Mardi Gras is quite different than seeing it for yourself. But what to do i…
The days of one-dimensional occasions lacking grandiose have fallen behind us like crepe paper streamers as we move full speed ahead into the dawn of the age of experiences. Anything worth celebrating deserves a unique experience, the more bespoke, the better. This is exactly what SuShe prov…
Spending is lots of fun, but learning how to handle money wisely can be tough – especially for people who were never taught the fundamentals. By starting when your kids are young, using age-appropriate tactics, you can help them learn how to handle money when they get older – and hopefully a…
Ever wonder what it’s like to walk into a restaurant or bar and order the most expensive specialty cocktail on the menu? We visited some of our favorite spots in Acadiana and asked them to surprise us with something high end and top shelf. Here’s what we found.
Chris Meaux offers a succinct reality check for aspiring entrepreneurs who think they have the idea for the next Waitr. “Your idea is worth zero,” he says. Meaux founded the foaod delivery app Waitr in 2013 and served as its CEO until August 2019. He sold Waitr and now is the chairman and co…
Plan Your Purchases for 12 Months of Savings.
Leading paint brands have chosen their colors of the year, and we can’t get enough. From walls to cabinets to accent pieces, vintage vibes, retro hues and nature-inspired shades will influence interior design trends. We love these colors so much,
The trend of monthly subscription boxes and products became popular in 2010 with the beauty box Birchbox. Though some say the idea actually came from The Book of the Month Club, which started in the early 1900s. Regardless of who the credit goes to, subscription boxes are the norm, allowing …
When it comes to sprucing up your home’s interior, it’s easy to get lost in the myriad choices. What’s more, you can quickly find yourself well beyond your budget if you don’t have a plan. While the advice of a good interior decorator or designer is a good idea if you have the budget, someti…
In choosing the artist who could best convey this issue’s theme of money, Acadiana Lifestyle’s search led to the work of an artist familiar to many in Acadiana, that of Kate Ferry.
Do you know of an experience in Acadiana that’s tons of fun? We want to hear about it! In February, Acadiana Lifestyle will publish its first-ever Fun Issue – packed with places to go, things to do and sights to see. We’ll cover all the well-known favorites in the region, but we also want to…
It had been a particularly stressful few weeks for me, beginning with the decision to purchase a new home smack dab in the middle of the holidays and during the worst mortgage rate hike in recent memory. Who does that? But I digress.
As if parents don’t have enough going on – homework, their own jobs, kids’ extracurricular activities, and chauffeuring them around – those with younger children have the added pressure of coming up with ideas and gifts for student class parties and teachers.
Finding the right gifts for that man in your life is one thing, but finding ones that will fit in his stocking... well that's a whole different challenge. Relax! We searched the shops and boutiques around Acadiana and curated these Santa-approved ideas we think he will love!
Looking for an easy and affordable way to spruce up your home this holiday season?
Decorating the house is a huge part of the holiday season for most of us. Bins and boxes pulled from storage, eagerly opened up, and emptied onto every surface available. Dollar store specials, the children’s art projects, and the pieces you made during your what-the-heck-let’s-flock-it stag…
You successfully traversed Thanksgiving with the in-laws and have already made the annual pilgrimage to the attic to retrieve the Christmas decorations. It’s finally time for some holiday magic!
How’s your cookie radar this year? Try to match the cookies with the correct baker for a chance to win a dozen cookies from the baker of your choice from below. Simply email your name, phone number and guesses to: editor@acadianalifestyle.com by December 16 and you will be notified if you’re…
Get a headstart on holiday gift shopping with these great finds from Acadiana’s stores and boutiques.
Whether it be a painting, a clay pot, a book, a song, or any other work of art, we handpick four Cajun Creations each month and tell you a little about them and about the person who made them. Read on to see what we found in November.
Don’t know what to get your significant other for their birthday? How about a sports car? Cake that is. In case you haven’t noticed, in the last few years, bakers have been churning out the most mind-blowing cakes that look so much like the actual items they portray, it’s hard to know the di…
Between holiday gifting and hosting that perfect dinner party this season, you'll need a few provisions perfect for the wine lovers in your life. We've got you covered! Take a look at these elegant items we picked up this month.
Food is an international language – one that South Louisianans know well. A sandwich of juicy hand-pulled pork piled high, with a bacon fig jam in a shiny buttered bun needs no further explanation. Just ask Denny Culbert, a commercial and editorial food photographer, who’s made a career of t…
Aside from the stunning image made by food photographer Denny Culbert for Acadiana Lifestyle last year (which was too spectacular not to be our cover image this month), there are so many other photos by this celebrated artist that beautifully capture Louisiana's collective love affair with f…
Amis Grocery has a pulse of ease and an air of convenience. It’s a place to wander into and grab a fresh lunch or a gallon of milk before you head home. Downtown Lafayette’s only grocery store was born, as the name suggests, out of friendship. Co-owners Bradley Cruice and Rachel Brown design…
For a sophisticated styling strategy this fall, pair gold tones with black accents to land a winning look every time. Whether for home decor or a fashion accessory, this combination will instantly elevate your style. Take a look!
Our work weeks are hectic, dictated by packed schedules, deadlines and obligatory events. Sometimes we need a little R&R from the stress of it all. So, this weekend, make sure the only thing you need to be on time for is your hot stone massage. Read on and relax.
It wasn’t long into my recent visit with Red Lerille – owner of a premiere health club in Lafayette referred to by locals simply as “Red’s” – I discovered his iconic name, which was a nickname given to him as a child, is now his legal name. Thinking he was pulling my leg, I asked again, conf…
If you fell in love with the grand Acadiana home featured in our fall fashion photoshoot this month, you’re in luck – it’s on the market and could be yours!
It’s fall festival season, and if you’re making plans to attend one of the many festivals, fairs and events going on around South Louisiana, make sure you check out the other activities the host cities have to offer. Here are a few to put on your list.
Outside of Bayou Teche Brewing, lazy games of cornhole are played while children dance to a Cajun band crooning in the hazy sunlight. All while craft beer is sipped mere feet from where it is brewed. But inside, in the alternate dimension that is Cajun Saucer, a very different scene awaits. …
