+5 These are our favorite cheeseburgers across Acadiana, from smashed burgers to classic favorites BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Updated Sep 18, 2026 It’s National Cheeseburger Day, and there are literally hundreds of local options across Acadiana to celebrate. Here are some of our picks.
+9 From Ruby’s Restaurant to Tim’s Kitchen: How this Acadiana family’s legacy lives on BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Sep 16, 2026 From Ruby’s Restaurant to Tim’s Kitchen, the Sharlow family carries on generations of recipes, memories and traditions.
+3 As opening day of Trader Joe's in Lafayette nears, here's what items our readers suggest trying BY ELLA RAY | Staff writer Sep 16, 2026 All the unique items and merchandise that has made Trader Joe’s a one-of-a-kind grocery store will be coming to Lafayette on Thursday.
+6 Hands-on boucherie, passed-down traditions and more expected at Creole Culture Day in Grand Coteau BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Sep 14, 2026 Enjoy a day centered around Creole culture at the fifth annual Creole Culture Day happening on Oct. 3 at Town Hall Park in Grand Coteau.
+16 Gas, groceries and great food: Al Hebert’s guide to Acadiana’s best gas-station eats BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Sep 9, 2026 In Acadiana, the road to a good meal doesn't always lead to a restaurant. Sometimes it leads to a gas station or convenience store.
+17 Here are 7 catering packages in Acadiana to elevate your next tailgating experience BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Sep 2, 2026 These seven Lafayette restaurants offer ready-to-serve catering options for your next football tailgate, with everything from boudin and smoked meats to wings, seafood and tacos.
+7 Rice dressing or dirty rice? In Louisiana, the answer may depend on your area code. BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Aug 24, 2026 Locals in Lafayette weigh in on the distinction between dirty rice and rice dressing, a topic that often sparks debate among locals.
+4 Acadiana cook, author and mom shares ideas for easy back-to-school lunches BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Aug 18, 2026 Stacey Dempsey, founder of Frosted Apron, shares quick and easy breakfast and lunch ideas to help families navigate busy back-to-school days.
+5 Inside Cake Fête: over 100 cakes and a focus on giving back to Lafayette BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Aug 17, 2026 The second annual Cake Fête, hosted by Foodies of Lafayette brought the community together with 170 cakes shared by attendees, from strawberry shortcake to Hawaiian guava cake.
Caroline’s Cookies founder reveals new Bagels location in River Ranch BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Aug 17, 2026 A new bagel shop concept by Caroline Merryman, founder of Caroline’s Cookies, is set to open in River Ranch.
This north Lafayette restaurant closes, ending its rebranded era BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Aug 17, 2026 The Original Patti at 505 W. Pont Des Mouton Road closed immediately. The restaurant thanked its loyal customers in a Facebook post.
Founder of Caroline’s Cookies announces new Lafayette bagel concept BY JA'KORI MADISON | Staff writer Aug 13, 2026 Caroline Merryman, founder of Caroline’s Cookies, is launching a new bagel concept in Lafayette featuring house-made dough bagel sandwiches and real-fruit smoothies.
+4 Charbroiled oysters, empanada and more of the best things we ate in Baton Rouge and Acadiana Staff report Aug 11, 2026 Oysters and salad from Drago’s Seafood Restaurant
+7 Tracking down Louisiana’s love of cabbage rolls at an old school Lafayette grocery BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Aug 10, 2026 If you go online looking for a cabbage roll recipe, you’ll need to specify which part of the world you’re aiming for — Greece, central Europe, Turkey, or perhaps a Louisiana-style cabbage roll?
+3 How did the old fashioned become Lafayette's favorite cocktail? This spot started it all. BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Aug 3, 2026 If you're going out to eat in Lafayette, one drink is a standard on signature cocktail menus and happy hour specials: the old fashioned.Â
See the latest critical health inspection violations in Lafayette Parish restaurants Staff report Jul 29, 2026 According to the Louisiana Health Department, violations fall into two main categories, critical and noncritical. Critical violations, if left uncorrected, are more likely to directly contribu…
+3 Watch me make my cooking show debut with Lafayette's Al Hebert — and see what I made BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jul 27, 2026 I grew up watching icons like Ina Garten, Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay make magic in the kitchen, picking up tips and recipes along the way.Â
+5 Beat the heat in these cool Lafayette ice cream parlors with gelato, malts, classic cones and more BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jul 27, 2026 It's a steamy summer in Lafayette and the surrounding area, the time of year when having a cool place to retreat indoors is more than worth a few extra calories.Â
+6 Louisiana isn't known for buffalo sauce, but this Lafayette wing sauce may change your mind BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jul 20, 2026 If you become known as the "wing guys," it just makes sense to craft a wing sauce that's so delicious, it spawns a business of its own.Â
+3 One of my favorite quirky Acadiana dishes is in New Iberia. Here's why I love it. BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jul 15, 2026 There are a few topics guaranteed to start food fights in south Louisiana — just mention tomatoes and gumbo in the same sentence, and you'll find out.Â
+9 This popular Youngsville restaurant is expanding. Here's where it's opening next. BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jul 13, 2026 Dining at KK's Cafe feels like eating at someone's kitchen table, with all of the professionalism and quality you'd expect of chefs who have spent years training in Lafayette's celebrated rest…
+5 This Lafayette brunch restaurant is opening in Baton Rouge. Here's what we recommend. BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jul 10, 2026 Since opening in the Oil Center three years ago, this brunch restaurant has woven itself into the fabric of Lafayette's community.Â
+9 New spot for Indian groceries, fresh chai, butter chicken and more in Lafayette BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jul 6, 2026 The term "desi" refers to the whole of the Indian subcontinent, and the peoples, cultures, products and foods that originate there.
+5 Frozen cosmo, anyone? See what these Lafayette chefs are bringing to the BBQ this summer. BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jun 29, 2026 If you are lucky enough to get invited to a barbecue this summer, you have one mission ahead of you — deciding what to bring for the table.Â
+3 Lafayette burger joint ranked with top southern burgers by Southern Living magazine BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jun 25, 2026 A staple of the community since 1947, these hamburgers have fed generations of Lafayette families and students.Â
+11 ‘Wine triggers memories:' A Lafayette wine cellar talks old world wines and ‘terroir’ BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jun 22, 2026 A glass of wine contains multitudes. From pairings to tannins, there's a world of information that goes into selecting a bottle, starting with the first and most important question — what do y…
+6 New spots for all day food, late night drinks open today in Lafayette. Here's what I tried. BY JOANNA BROWN | Staff writer Jun 18, 2026 As summer heats up, Lafayette is welcoming two new restaurants with distinct offerings.
Dirty sodas finally hit Louisiana. Here's what we thought of Swig in Lafayette. BY ELLA RAY | Staff writer Jun 15, 2026 Dirty sodas have undeniably changed the game on soft drinks.