About Us
Louisiana Culinary Trails is a joint project of the Louisiana Travel Promotion Association (LTPA) and Compass Marketing, Inc. The venture promotes the state’s unique and diverse culinary landscape through the creation of seven regional trails: Creole Fusion, Capital Cuisine, Bayou Bounty, Prairie Home Cooking, Seafood Sensation, Red River Riches and Delta Delights. Each trail highlights restaurants and recipes, culinary experiences and food festivals for travelers and locals alike to enjoy.
LTPA is a membership trade association dedicated to promoting private sector growth for Louisiana’s tourism industry through marketing and educational opportunities. Its project partner, Compass Marketing, is an integrated marketing company with more than 20 years of experience working in the travel and tourism industry. The company boasts a publishing division; Coast360, a television station and website covering Alabama’s Gulf Coast; and VisitSouth.com, a comprehensive online travel guide to the South’s best destinations.
Insider Tips to Exploring the Trails
University of Louisiana at Monroe
Mascot: Warhawks
Big home game: versus Troy, Oct. 30 (Homecoming)
Tailgater’s tip: Warhawk fans know that The Grove is the popular spot to set up for pregame festivities. Don’t miss the 27th annual Chili Cook-Off, a tailgating tradition that’ll be held before the Nov. 20 game against North Texas. There are student and open divisions.
Where to celebrate a big victory: Monago Fieldhouse Bar and Grill, Waterfront Grill, Sports City Grill
Learn more: www.ulmwarhawks.com