- Cajun | Louisiana, Creole, French-speaking | Britannica
Cajun, descendant of Roman Catholic French Canadians whom the British, in the 18th century, drove from the captured French colony of Acadia (now Nova Scotia and adjacent areas) and who settled in the fertile bayou lands of southern Louisiana
- What’s the Difference Between Cajun and Creole—Or Is There One?
South Louisiana’s reputation as Cajun Country may seem as natural and inevitable as Spanish moss on a live oak tree, but it's actually a fairly recent phenomenon, the latest twist in a long story about Creole identity and United States race relations
- 37 Cajun And Creole Recipes For Dinner, Dessert, And More - Southern Living
Cajun cooking is legendary in the South, and for good reason Spice up your dinner table with classic Cajun and Creole recipes like gumbo , étouffée, jambalaya, and more If you've never attempted one of these zesty recipes at home, now is the time
- Creole vs. Cajun Food: What Are the Differences?
These iconic New Orleans cuisines, born of immigrants, are sometimes confused for one another Here’s the history of Creole and Cajun foods as explained by chefs and historians
- Top 10 Cajun Things to Do in Louisiana - Louisiana Official Travel and . . .
Use this guide to explore the top Cajun things to do and experience in Louisiana Find Cajun activities, discover the essence of Cajun culture, dance, music and food — and live like a Cajuner!
- The Little-known History and Culture of Cajun People
The Cajun people first came to Louisiana in the Great Upheaval or Expulsion, which was a mass deportation of thousands of people from Acadie by the British in early 1755 Hundreds were imprisoned; many were separated from their homes and families, and thousands of people died in the expulsion
- 45 Best Cajun Recipes | The Kitchn
These recipes are for those of you who love to feast on super-savory and succulent Cajun meat and seafood dishes Why not take a stab at making your own crab cakes or a fish po’ boy? A few nifty tricks mean that you can bite into a juicy Cajun-spiced chicken sandwich in no time
- What Is Cajun | Explore Lafayette Louisiana History
Do you know where the term "Cajun" came from? Find out its origin and learn more about Lafayette's history and French-influenced roots, here
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