trail Events

September 10, 2010 - September 11, 2010

Roastin’ With Rosie Barbecue Festival

Jennings, LA

Bring your appetite. This third annual event features both barbecue and seafood competitions. You’ll also hear live music from the likes of John Conlee, Geno Delafose and Belton Richard. Find out how to join in the fun at www.jeffdavis.org.

September 12, 2010

PaPa George Fairchild’s Jambalaya Cook-Off

St. Gabriel Catholic Church - St. Gabriel, LA

Fill your plate and donate to a good cause. The jambalaya cook-off benefits St. Jude Children’s Hospital. In addition to the “cooking on wood” cook-off, there will be a mini-pot competition for kids. Each plate dinner costs $5 and includes jambalaya, white beans, salad and a roll. For information, visit www.visitiberville.com.

September 16, 2010 - September 16, 2010

Jokes, Jazz & Just Desserts

L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort - Lake Charles, LA

This fundraiser benefitting the children of the Education and Treatment Council, also known as ETC/Harbour House, will be held in the ballroom of L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort. Local bakeries will fill the room with all sorts of tempting desserts. An auction, as well as entertainment from Jay Mattioli, who appeared on America’s Got Talent, rounds out the evening. You can learn more at www.visitlakecharles.org.

September 26, 2010 | All Day Festival

Calca-Chew Food Festival

St. Margaret Family Center - Lake Charles, LA

Boasting some of the best Cajun cooking in Calcasieu Parish!  The festival includes crafts, raffles, a live auction, Cajun French music, and a children’s area. But, really, the food is the star of the show and you’ll find shrimp étouffée, boudin, fried fish, cracklins, gumbo and a lot more. Visit www.lakecharles.org for information.

October 02, 2010 - October 03, 2010

Germanfest

Roberts Cove - Roberts Cove, LA

A look at Louisiana’s diverse heritage isn’t complete without studying the many contributions of the German settlers. Roberts Cove celebrates this culture with delicious foods, entertainment, a heritage museum, and German gifts. Plan your trip to Germanfest at www.robertscovegermanfest.com.

Free cajun recipes, Free Creole recipes

Signature foods you should sample

Boudin

Spicy Cajun sausage stuffed with cooked pork and rice. Some of the best examples of this ultimate eat-on-the-go food are found at gas stations and local grocery stores.