Photo By: Bayou State Media Staff The Final Chapter Some restaurants are remembered for the food they served. Others become part of the community's story. For nearly three and a half years, Shane's Famous Quesadilla Burgers became one of Lafayette's most unique local restaurants, introducing Acadiana to a burger unlike anything else in town. What began as an unexpected kitchen accident grew into a beloved community favorite, serving thousands of customers and creating memorie

Photo By: Bayou State Media Staff Building a New Life, One Empanada at a Time For Luciano Escudero, owner of The Empanada Guy, every empanada tells a story—one that began in Argentina, was tested through unimaginable hardship, and ultimately found a home in Lafayette, Louisiana. What began as homemade empanadas shared with neighbors from a family kitchen has grown into one of Acadiana's most unique restaurants. Inspired by the lack of an authentic Argentine restaurant in Lafa

Discover how owner Seth Dahlen turned a passion for cheesecake into one of Lafayette's favorite local bakeries, serving handcrafted desserts throughout Acadiana

Photo By: Bayou State Media Staff From Neighborhood Grocery Store to Community Icon For generations of Lafayette residents, University of Louisiana students, faculty, staff, and visitors, Olde Tyme Grocery has been a familiar name. Today, Olde Tyme Grocery is owned and operated by Ross Murphree, who continues the legacy established by his father, Glenn Murphree. During our Louisiana Food Tour visit, Ross shared the story behind how a small neighborhood grocery store evolved i

Founded in 1999, Roul's Deli grew from a trailer on Airline Highway into one of Louisiana's most recognizable family-owned restaurant brands. Learn the story behind Roul's Deli, its signature menu items, and its plans for future expansion.