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…
May 10th is National Shrimp Day—and here in Houma, we don’t just eat shrimp, we celebrate a way of life. Shrimping isn’t just an industry in Louisiana’s Bayou Country—it’s a tradition passed down through generations. This National Shrimp Day, Explore Houma invites you to honor our rich coastal heritage by getting to know the people…
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…
National Thrift Shop Day is August 17th, so get ready for some bargain shopping in Louisiana’s Bayou Country! Celebrate this day by visiting some of our local thrift shops, which are filled with hidden gems and items ranging from furniture, clothing, jewelry and so much more. Thrift shops are retail establishments that sell gently used…
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…
It doesn’t take much to believe the bayous and swamps of Houma, Louisiana are home to some interesting stories. The twists and turns of our waterways and the shade of our cypress trees provide a mysterious backdrop for myths, legends and folktales. Take a peek at just a few with us here. Rougarou The Rougarou,…
