Food & Dining

Boudin King Cake: Just Do It! I am a king cake purist … NO, a king cake snob. If it isn’t a sweet cream cheese Dong Phuong confection, I don’t want it. Call me spoiled. My husband, on the other hand, is open to every iteration of king cake in the universe. He is the true definition of a “foodie” - the man lives and breathes food adventures. We haven’t been able to secure a coveted Dong Phuong king cake yet this season, but I’ve made a pretty great dupe before, so I’m not worried. But earlier this week, a co-worker said she was going to pick up a boudin king cake from City Pork, and my foodie-husband-radar pinged. LOUDLY. This was...

Are you a huge fan of those cinnamon-flavored dough rounds covered in sweet green, gold, and purple sugar or icing? It is hard not to be a huge fan when you live in Louisiana. It is officially Carnival season, and we are here for it all! If you are looking for one of Louisiana's best desserts, we got you covered.  You can enjoy all the feels of Mardi Gras without having to travel to New Orleans. Maybe you are planning to throw a Mardi Gras party this year. We've put together a guide of where you can grab your king cake around the Baton Rouge area, our 2023 Guide to King Cakes Around Baton Rouge.  Looking for Mardi Gras Camps? Check out our Guide to...

Quick and easy recipes that kids can help with are always welcomed in our household, especially when they are for a class party for said kiddo. Not only does it get them invested and excited about the upcoming festivity, but it also teaches kids (and mom) valuable skills. This year, Valentine's Day is during Mardi Gras. King cakes end just in time for those Valentine's chocolates! So if you are at home enjoying the day off and looking for something to do, a Valentine's Day recipe may be just what you need. Rice Krispie Treats are always a hit around here. They are simple and easy to make, and perfect to bring to class parties since they adhere to the...

Warm coffee, eggnog coffee cake? Yes, please! I found this recipe on Pinterest a while back from Two Peas and Their Pod, and I have since made it into my own. Enjoy :) Ingredients For the Streusel: 1/2 cup all-purpose l flour 1/2 cup brown sugar 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 5 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into small pieces For the muffins: 2 cups all-purpose Gold Medal flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup chopped pecans 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup eggnog 1 large egg 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the eggnog glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar 3 tablespoons eggnog 1 tablespoon of honey Pinch of nutmeg Instructions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a muffin pan with paper liners or spray with cooking spray. The recipe makes 10 muffins. Set aside. First make the streusel...

Most of us are living life in the fast lane which leaves minimal time for cooking. Are you struggling to find healthy, balanced meals while also taxiing children around in the evening? Below you will find delicious and affordable family meal options with little to no prep work! Cowboy Chicken Cowboy Chicken offers family meals for 4 or 6 people. Meals include rotisserie chicken, brisket, or a combination of both with sides. You may also choose either bread or chips and salsa to go with the meal. The meals range in price from $29-$46. Cowboy Chicken offers an enchilada family meal for those wanting something different from the traditional rotisserie chicken. 2. Izzo's Illegal Burrito With multiple locations throughout Baton Rouge, Izzo's is...