Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the Happiest City in America. Their history dates back to the 18th century, when Canada’s Acadians were expelled and settled in Louisiana. More than two centuries later tourists visit for a rare taste of the genuine Acadian experience.
Lafayette has a distinct culinary identity as the epicenter of Cajun cuisine that’s earned them the title “Best Food City in the USA”. Lafayette’s culinary scene is steeped in tradition and continues to evolve with a new generation of chefs making it an incredible place to eat.
No matter what time of year you visit Lafayette they will have something for you to celebrate. It doesn’t take long to get hooked on Lafayette’s Cajun and Zydeco music and there’s never a shortage of dance partners if you want to try your hand at a two-step or waltz.
Whether your passion is for their rich cultural history, the bustling culinary scene or distinctive blend of Cajun and Zydeco music, you can be sure you will leave with a smile on your face.
Plan your escape to the Happiest City in America at LafayetteTravel.com/Explore.
Enter now to win a taste of Lafayette
You can win a Lafayette Cajun Crate and enjoy the following:
- Cajun Country Popcorn Rice
- Café Louisiana Mello Joy Coffee
- Ragin Cajun Fixin’s Red Beans
- Cajun Power Chicken Gumbo
- Cousin’s Traditional Pork Stick
- Daigle’s Cajun Sweet Applewood Jalapeno
- Nanny’s Candy Chewey Praline
- Konriko Chipotle All-Purpose Seasoning plus a little Cajun Lagniappe from Lafayette, LA
Submissions end September 30, 2020. Winner will be announced October 1, 2020.
To read the official giveaway rules, click here.
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