Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Freddy's is a privately owned and family oriented restaurant with a tasty menu that is combined with exceptional guest services and cleanly restaurants. The very first Freddy's opened in Wichita, Kansas, in 2002. Freddy's restaurants each sport a classic red and white...
Glace Snow Ice, Shaved to Perfection
This past Friday my family and I enjoyed a wonderful afternoon of fun in the area. After lunch we decided to try Glace Snow Ice. Glace Snow Ice is a new concept that will be a great addition to the Dessert scene here in Lafayette. The owner, Xue Chen is a graduate of...
The Jambalaya Shoppe, Louisiana Home Cooking
The Jambalaya Shoppe was started through desperate measures. The founders of The Jambalya Shoppe, Stephen and Cheryl Fontenot were struggling to raise their 5 boys in a declining economy. Which led to a drastic loss of a business venture and wiped out their savings....
Beau Bassin Cafe, Downtown Carencro
Beau Bassin Cafe is a new up and coming coffee shop located in the historic Bank of Lafayette in the heart of Downtown Carencro. The building was built in 1906 on Main Street in Carencro. Beau Bassin Cafe is a Creperie, Coffee and Gelato Cafe. Upon entrance into the...
Celebrity Chef Series with Jay Ducote & Gina Neely
Last month my husband and I had the opportunity to attend a Eat & Greet with Jay Ducote and Gina Neely. The event was held at the Hollywood Casino in Baton Rouge, LA. For those who may not know, Jay Ducote is an award-winning blogger, radio host and a Food Network...
Dickey’s BBQ Pit, Lafayette
My family and I first tried Dickey's BBQ during one of our visits to Dallas, Texas. Our visit at the Dickey's in Texas was very memorable. The BBQ was incredible. When we heard that there was going to be a Dickey's location in Lafayette, we were looking forward to...
Rusted Rooster
My husband and I have a tradition that before he leaves for his annual fishing tournament in Toledo Bend, we have breakfast together. This year we decided to eat at Rusted Rooster. Rusted Rooster has been around for a long time, but it has been years since I have...
Cafe Lola, Conveniently Located
Dining with kids is something that is common now days. Back in the day, kids barely had a chance to go out to eat. Going out to eat when I was younger was a special treat or for a special occasion. Things are different now, kids eat out often. Some have very...
Chuy’s, Happy Hour
There has been quite a buzz leading up to the opening of Chuy's. The official opening for Chuy's was March 22nd. Lafayette was excited to have a Chuy's in the new Costco shopping center. Chuy's is a Tex Mex Restaurant that originated in Austin, TX in 1982. The first...
Acme Taco & Burger, 2 in 1
One Sunday after church we decided that we wanted Brunch, but we wanted to try a new place, so we went to Acme Taco and Burger. Acme Taco and Burger recently opened a new location on Johnston Street. Though Acme has the new spot, they are not new to the restaurant...
