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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
Duration
3 hours
Number of Guests
1 - 8 guests
Language
English
Digital Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Discover authentic Cajun flavors in Lafayette. Join a local for a 4-course meal and cooking demo in a charming century-old home, all while immersing in Cajun culture and history.
For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
10 meals
Experience Details
The best cajun cooking can't be found in a restaurant! Enjoy this 4 course cajun meal and food demonstration at my 100 year home downtown Lafayette. Learn about local dishes and rich Cajun history.
Sample Menu
STARTER
Corn Maque Choux
The name "maque choux" (pronounced "mock shoe") is believed to be a Cajun interpretation of a Native American corn dish.
STARTER
Fried Okra
Okra grows abundantly in south Louisiana and fried okra is a classic side dish, a must-try while you are visiting the area!
STARTER
Jambalaya
Chicken and pork sausage jambalaya is a cajun staple!
MAIN
Gumbo
Authentic Chicken and pork sausage gumbo (the traditional Cajun gumbo) is a must-have when traveling south Louisiana. My momma's recipe!
DESSERT
Bread Pudding
Bread pudding is every Cajun's favorite dessert. If you don't like bread pudding chances are you've never had it in south Louisiana!
What You Get
Dinner
Amuse-bouche, starters, entree + side, dessert
Guide
Alcoholic beverages
Feel free to bring your own alcohol, I will also have some bottles of wine and beer for purchase if you prefer.
Good To Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for gluten-free travelers.
- Not recommended for vegetarians.
- Service animals allowed
What You’ll Experience
Welcome to the Evangeline Cottage! You will arrive at my 100 year old home in downtown Lafayette and be welcomed with a Cajun amuse-bouche--boudin! We'll pour some drinks (BYOB or there will be some wine and local beers for purchase) and go into the kitchen for a food demonstration. Cajun food can't be cooked in one hour, so your meal will already be simmering on the stove, but we'll go over each course, showcase it's ingredients, and demonstrate how it's made. Cajun cuisine is as rich in its history as it is in taste!
After the demonstration, we'll sit for your curated meal.
A starter featuring local ingredients and whatever seasonally fits best.
An entree of my momma's homemade gumbo with a Cajun side and fresh French bread.
Lastly, a famous dessert from a local spot!
Please note that this tour needs a minimum of 4 people to run.
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting Point115 Evangeline Dr, Evangeline Drive, Lafayette Parish Louisiana, United States, US, 70506
Open in Google MapsFeel free to park in the driveway or on the street in front of the house.
End PointThis experience ends at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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2025
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Earliest available date: September 7, 2025
from $85.74 per guest
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
10 meals