If you love digging for deals, finding funky treasures, or just browsing through aisles of “you never know what you’ll find,” then thrifting around Houma is definitely your kind of adventure. Thrift shops in Louisiana’s Bayou Country aren’t just places to score a bargain — they’re full of character, history, and local charm. Whether you’re…
It doesn’t take much imagination to believe the bayous and swamps around Houma are hiding some strange and fascinating stories. With winding waterways and moss-draped cypress trees casting long shadows, this part of the world practically invites mystery. From eerie lights in the distance to shape-shifting creatures of legend, our folklore is as rich and…
I’m not sure about you, but I get stumped on what to get Mom for Mother’s Day each year, because let’s be honest, she deserves the world and more. Whether you’re looking to gift Mom with a sweet, fragrant bouquet of her favorite flowers, or a little something sweet to satisfy her need for chocolate–…
Here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country, sno-balls are a staple for beating the heat! Residents can often have pretty “heated” discussions as to who has the fluffiest ice or the best handcrafted syrup. Sno-balls, originated by Ernest Hansen in New Orleans back in the 1930s, are much different from any other previous versions of these sweet…
Grab your favorite sombrero and head down to Louisiana’s Bayou Country for a Cinco celebration that’s muy caliente – like Herradura’s Jalapeno Margarita, y’all! When it comes to throwing a party, no one does it quite like Houma. Whether you’re looking to quench your thirst with one of our delicious top-shelf margaritas or get your…
Down here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country, Easter ain’t just a Sunday, it’s a whole season of joy, ya know? We start off with our big ole Easter egg hunts, where them little ones scamper ’round like crawfish on hot sand, searchin’ for them brightly colored treasures. Then, there’s the blessin’ of the boats, a…
For the best way to enjoy the butter and sugar you’ll give up during Lent, try the crowned jewel of Mardi Gras sweets – King Cake. Traditionally made with a sweet pastry dough, rolled with cinnamon and topped with royal icing and colored sugar, this dessert has evolved in many different ways. So, you’ve indulged…
Football season is back, y’all, which means your list of day drinking excuses just got that much longer. Cooler weather is on the horizon and the fantasy draft frenzy is high, but what do you do if you can’t get to the game in person? Luckily, we’ve narrowed down our local sports bars with flowing…
The spirit of Louisiana’s Bayou Country is Wild & Free. For a fun adventure that won’t break the bank, try out our list of free activities! Take a walk in the Mandalay National Wildlife Refuge. On the one-mile path, you will be surrounded by cypress and Tupelo gum trees, Spanish moss and wild Louisiana irises and beautiful…
Shrimping in Louisiana’s Bayou Country isn’t just a job — it’s a way of life. For generations, families have made their living off the water, passing down the skills, stories, and traditions that make our region so unique. And here in Terrebonne Parish, you don’t have to go far to get a real taste of…
