In 1980, President Jimmy Carter declared by a presidential proclamation that March 2-8 should be henceforth "Women's History Week," releasing the following statement: "Too often, the women were unsung, and sometimes their contributions went unnoticed," he wrote. "But the achievements, leadership, courage, strength, and love of the women who built America were as vital as that … [Read more...] about A Tribute to the Incredible Women of the South
A BBQ Primer and Two Amazing Recipes
BBQ is the one style of food that we ultimately think of as All-American. But, the idea of cooking meat over a hot-coal fire, low and slow, can be traced to three distinct cultures—-Caribbean, Native American, and African Slaves. Pork arrived in the US via Hernando de Soto—whose name I am most familiar with due to his famous “DeSoto Trail,” which cut through the region where I … [Read more...] about A BBQ Primer and Two Amazing Recipes
The Story of Tabasco®
South Louisiana is known for its Cajun culture, spicy foods, and melting pot of cultures. But you may need to realize that it is also home to one of the most successful family-owned companies in the United States. McIlhenny Company's world-famous Tabasco® sauce emerged during the Reconstruction period (1865-1877) on Avery Island, Louisiana. Avery Island, formerly known as … [Read more...] about The Story of Tabasco®
The Legendary Louisiana Hayride
Come along, ever’body, come along, Come while the moon is shinin’ bright. We’re gonna have a wonderful time At the Louisiana Hayride tonight! On April 3, 1948, The Louisiana Hayride radio program was first broadcast on KLKH Shreveport over a 50,000-watt station, reaching twenty-eight states and overseas through the Armed Forces Radio Network. This occurred in the years … [Read more...] about The Legendary Louisiana Hayride
What’s Cooking in Your Kitchen Today? Volume One
“The way to a person’s heart is through their stomach.” How many times have we repeated this phrase to describe cooking our way into the heart of loved ones? I would venture a guess that every household has a dish they prepare as an outward sign of their love for one another. Whenever it’s in a time of sickness, of celebration, or for a family gathering. Comfort food reminds us … [Read more...] about What’s Cooking in Your Kitchen Today? Volume One
