Local Christmas Events

Just because we don’t get snow down in Louisiana doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate Christmas in style. Here are some local events to get you in the Christmas spirit! 63rd Annual Downtown Christmas Parade (Baton Rouge) The Downtown Christmas Parade … Continue reading

Baton Rouge Lodging Association Names Housekeepers of the Year

The Stockade’s own Charmaine James was named Housekeeper of the Year by the Baton Rouge Lodging Association (BRLA) in a luncheon held on September 12. Master of Ceremonies Chris Savoca, executive officer at Travel Media Network, addressed the BRLA members in … Continue reading

How To Tailgate Like a PREAUX

Football season is upon us, which means that it’s time for tailgating! Here are some things to keep in mind before you head out to your next Tiger Stadium tailgate. 1. Dress the part There are only two sartorial rules … Continue reading

The Story Behind the Muffaletta

While po-boys are the most famous kind of Louisiana sandwich, a close runner-up is the muffaletta (pronounced muff-uh-LOT-uh). A muffaletta is a round sandwich with layers of olive salad, salami, mortadella, mozzarella, ham, and provolone. Average muffalettas are approximately ten … Continue reading

Innkeepers Attend 2013 Louisiana Bed and Breakfast Association Conference

Members of the Louisiana Bed and Breakfast Association (LBBA) attended a conference at the St. Landry Parish Tourist Information Center in Opelousas on Wednesday, July 17, 2013. The one-day conference included various speakers, including Kyle Edmiston from the Louisiana Office of … Continue reading

Some Like it Hot: Louisiana Hot Sauces

One of the hallmarks of Cajun cuisine is its zesty flavors and seasonings. Every Louisiana cupboard worth its salt has at least one bottle of hot sauce inside. However, each Southerner has his or her own favorite brand of the … Continue reading

Louisiana Coffees

In addition to the fantastic cuisine, Louisiana has a great selection of locally-made coffees. In fact, coffee first came to North America by way of New Orleans back in the mid-1700’s. Some of the most popular Louisiana brands include French … Continue reading