Surprise, surprise it’s another hot summer in Acadiana. Although the season is great for traveling, swimming, barbeque, and other summer sizzlers, sometimes them temps can get you down. If you need a quick pick-me-up to cool off, consider grabbing an … [Read more...]
Where YOU Can Get a Cold, Refreshing Treat This Summer in Acadiana
The Bars Where You’ll Make the Best Summer Memories in Acadiana
There’s nothing like a perfect summer evening with food, family, and friends. Hot summer days melt into warm summer evenings. And, even though you want to take things slow and easy, you also want to spend time out of your normal rhythm. Looking for … [Read more...]
The Cake Room: A Sweet Acadiana Bakery with a Sweet Story
Acadiana has its own celebrity baker: Kayla Trahan of The Cake Room. She’s has been on the Food Network’s Cake Wars and won – twice! However, Kayla's more than just an award-winning baker. She’s a business owner with a passion for her craft and a … [Read more...]
Tackle YOUR Summer Projects With These Acadiana Helps
Overwhelmed with all those little tasks around the house that haven’t been completed? Now is a great time to get those projects DONE. Need some professional help? (Don’t worry, we won’t tell anyone!) Here are five local Acadiana businesses that are … [Read more...]
Bevo’s Secrets to Keeping Everyone Hip, Happy, and Hawt
Holly Babineaux didn’t always plan to run a boutique fashion store, but when she was given the opportunity to be a part of Bevo’s, Holly jumped in head first and couldn’t be happier. Bevo’s is an inclusive women’s clothing boutique with clothes, … [Read more...]
5 Fun Places To Go While Your Kids Are Out of School in Acadiana
School’s out for the summer! Your kids are home and the inevitable “I’m boreddddd” phrase is coming up a little too often. There are tons of fun activities to do around the house (I mean come on kiddos, use that creativity!), but summer is also a … [Read more...]
Tribe Collective: How an Acadiana Business Brings Truth, Tribute, and Triumph to the Commmunity
Running a business is no easy task, but for business owner Melodie Knapp, things seemed to fall right into place. Melodie created and owns Emerge Juice– an all-natural juice bar in Lafayette, and Tribe Collective (also owned by Bethany Sanchez)– a … [Read more...]
Keep Cool in Acadiana: Your Guide to Keeping the Heat Away this Summer
It’s. So. Hot. Every year we anticipate the summer heat, but that doesn’t make it any better! While the high temperatures and high humidity are no fun, don’t let that stop you from having a fabulous summer. In fact, let the summer heat encourage you … [Read more...]
Where to Shop Style + a Friendly Face: Park Lane Boutique
Park Lane Boutique owner Aileen Dauterive grew up in Hampstead, London, but you would never guess Acadiana isn’t her original home if you know the passion she has for her community. Aileen started her women’s clothing boutique out of a love for … [Read more...]
6 Downtown Lafayette Spots You Don’t Want to Miss
Lafayette is a lively and creative city loved by Acadiana residents. At the center of Lafayette you’ll find the downtown area where food, arts, music, and culture collide. There’s so much to do and see in Lafayette that it can be overwhelming at … [Read more...]