Alexandria-Pineville

Because of its central location, the Alexandria/Pineville area has always been known as the melting pot of all Louisiana cultures and cuisines. From prairie home cooking to Cajun/Creole fusion, you can find your favorite tastes in central Louisiana—where the north meets the south!

The Alexandria/Pineville area is located in the very heart of the agricultural haven of the state. The locals raise their very own pecans, corn, catfish, crawfish, sugarcane, and soybeans. Its neighboring communities, outlining south Louisiana’s Gulf of Mexico, produce the freshest Gulf seafood found anywhere.

The Alexandria/Pineville area is a unique melting pot, where cultures merge to create an alluring taste—much like the ingredients of a mouth-watering gumbo. From nouveau Creole delicacies and traditional Cajun cuisine, to celebrated authentic meat pies, family-owned Italian kitchens, and scrumptious Southern cooking; your taste buds are in for a treat as you experience a banquet of choices in Central Louisiana!

Free cajun recipes, Free Creole recipes

Where to Eat

The Diamond Grill

New Creole cuisine served in an impressive, historic downtown building that was the longtime home of Schnack’s Jewelry Store. 924 Third St., 318.448.8989, www.thediamondgrill.com.