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Lao Ladies at Lao New Year Celebration in Coteau, Louisiana
The founder of the Diabetic Kitchen, Nathaniel Mitchell, Sr. guest blogs about the Lao community and the successful merging of diverse cultures.
You may also enjoy: Coteau, Culture, Events, Spring
George Rodrigue's famous Blue Dog has finally found his way back home to Bayou Teche Museum in a new permanent art gallery with a recreation of Rodrigue's own studio.
You may also enjoy: Art, Attraction, Events, New Iberia
Buy signed and rare James LeeBurke books at Bools Along the Teche
Books Along the Teche is the resident Dave Robicheaux homebase for knowledge, signed books and rare first editions, meet the owners Howard and Lorraine Kingston and see how they've turned a passion into a profession.
You may also enjoy: Books, Dave Robicheaux, James Lee Burke, New Iberia, Shopping
The Louisiana Travel Promotion Association (LTPA) introduced Mcllhenny Company, the maker of  TABASCO® brand Pepper Sauce, as the winner of the Attraction of the Year Award. Read more for a look at what has made the brand a household name for 150 years.
You may also enjoy: Attraction, Avery Island, Food
snowy egret during mating season at Rip's Rookery on Jefferson Island in New Iberia, Louisiana
Time to fly in and visit Rip's Rookery on Jefferson Island and see a few of the 260 species that have visited the island.
You may also enjoy: Birding, Jefferson Island, Outdoor
Sami Haggood with young patrons at Iberia Parish Library
Iberia says bon voyage to one of their own as Iberia Parish Library's Sami Haggood leaves parting words of wisdom and thanks in his guest blog.
You may also enjoy: Events
Colby Hebert Chapeaux Guest Blog
The mad hatter moves into New Iberia and brings a touch of magic with him.
You may also enjoy: New Iberia, Shopping
Dr. Shane Bernard Publishes History of Bayou Teche
Shane Bernard's newest novel tells the legend of the Teche in his enrapturing words and research.
You may also enjoy: Avery Island, Books, New Iberia, Outdoor
Gumbo Cookoff's Ghostly Gumbo Recipe
Cook up some scares with this ghostly gumbo recipe before you head to the World Championship Gumbo Cookoff.
You may also enjoy: Events, Fall, Festivals, Food, New Iberia
Main Street New Iberia Earns National Accreditation
The city of New Iberia has been designated as an accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards set by the National Main Street Center. See the steps the city has taken to make it one of the best Main Streets in the country.
You may also enjoy: Attraction, New Iberia, Tours
World Championship Gumbo Cookoff
Gumbo is a pièce de résistance in Southern Louisiana, so it’s no surprise the World Championship Gumbo Cookoff calls Iberia Parish home. Every year, on the second weekend in October, the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce hosts the cookoff in Bouligny Plaza on New Iberia’s historic and award winning Main Street. See what's cooking at this year's festival!
You may also enjoy: Events, Fall, Festivals, Food, New Iberia
Hunt Slonem Exhibit at Bayou Teche Museum
The Bayou Teche Museum in New Iberia is excited to announce the unveiling of an exhibit of original art by internationally recognized artist, Hunt Slonem. "Bayou, Birds and Butterflies" will feature several paintings from Slonem's Albania plantation home in Jeanerette, as well as some from other museums and private collections.
You may also enjoy: Art, Attraction, Events, New Iberia
Anna Joyce Breaux and Gail Garcia with Jeanerette Museum
The Jeanerette Museum is turning 40 this year!
You may also enjoy: Attraction, Jeanerette
Rip's Rookery bridge on Jefferson Island
New additions to Rip's Rookery added to make the birding experience even easier on Jefferson Island.
You may also enjoy: Birding, Jefferson Island, Outdoor
Tabasco Offering Guided Tours
The new TABASCO® Visitors Center on Avery Island is now offering guided tours by curator and historian Shane K. Bernard, Ph.D. Read more to see the one of a kind expereince you can receive by reserving your spot now!
You may also enjoy: Attraction, Avery Island, Tours
IPCVB's French intern, Johanna Hyves examines the differences and similarities between her New Iberia and its twin city, her home town.
You may also enjoy: French, New Iberia
French intern Johanna with North Lewis French Immersion Elementary students
French intern, Johanna Hyves experiences France in Iberia on her stay. See how the culture is still alive as she takes us to North Lewis Elementary School and the "French Table" at Victor's Cafe.
You may also enjoy: French, New Iberia
Wat Thammarattanaram Buddhist Temple
Did you know Iberia Parish is home to one of the largest Lao communities in the USA? Or that there is a Buddhist Temple located in the city? We took a behind the scenes tour to learn about how the Lao community formed, and learn about the religion as well as see the breathtaking temples. Come discover this hidden gem with us.
You may also enjoy: Attraction, Coteau, Culture, Events, Tours
Johanna Hyves and Nelwyn Hebert
Our French intern Johanna Hyves gives a few thoughts on her first impressions of the area, people and culture and notes how very similar we are to our French heritage.
You may also enjoy: French, New Iberia
johanna hyves and sloane labiche at lake fausse pointe state park
Johanna Hyves spent a fun filled day exploring Iberia Parish and all it's offerings. Read more to follow her journey in both English and French.
You may also enjoy: Attraction, Events, French, Jeanerette, Jefferson Island, New Iberia

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