Authentic Cajun Cooking and Food Experience with a Local

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

The best cajun cooking can't be found in a restaurant! Enjoy this 4 course cajun meal and food demonstration at my 100 year home downtown Lafayette. Learn about local dishes and rich Cajun history.

Example Menu

Starter

Corn Maque Choux

The name "maque choux" (pronounced "mock shoe") is believed to be a Cajun interpretation of a Native American corn dish.

Starter

Fried Okra

Okra grows abundantly in south Louisiana and fried okra is a classic side dish, a must-try while you are visiting the area!

Starter

Jambalaya

Chicken and pork sausage jambalaya is a cajun staple!

Main

Gumbo

Authentic Chicken and pork sausage gumbo (the traditional Cajun gumbo) is a must-have when traveling south Louisiana. My momma's recipe!

Dessert

Bread Pudding

Bread pudding is every Cajun's favorite dessert. If you don't like bread pudding chances are you've never had it in south Louisiana!

What's Included

Amuse-bouche, starters, entree + side, dessert
Guide
Feel free to bring your own alcohol, I will also have some bottles of wine and beer for purchase if you prefer.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Feel free to park in the driveway or on the street in front of the house.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Welcome to the Evangeline Cottage! You will arrive at my 100 year old home in downtown Lafayette and be welcomed with a Cajun amuse-bouche--boudin! We'll pour some drinks (BYOB or there will be some wine and local beers for purchase) and go into the kitchen for a food demonstration. Cajun food can't be cooked in one hour, so your meal will already be simmering on the stove, but we'll go over each course, showcase it's ingredients, and demonstrate how it's made. Cajun cuisine is as rich in its history as it is in taste!
After the demonstration, we'll sit for your curated meal.
A starter featuring local ingredients and whatever seasonally fits best.
An entree of my momma's homemade gumbo with a Cajun side and fresh French bread.
Lastly, a famous dessert from a local spot!
Please note that this tour needs a minimum of 4 people to run.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for vegetarians.
  • Not recommended for gluten-free travelers.
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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