Warm Up with These 5 Unique Gumbos
Although gumbo is served year-round in Louisiana, there’s nothing like warming up from the inside out with this roux-based soup. The ingredients vary from chef to chef, but Shreveport-Bossier has …
Foodies, “Meat” the First Edition of the Shreveport-Bossier Travel Magazine
The Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau launched its first-ever digital magazine, Shreveport-Bossier Travel Magazine: The 2021 Culinary Issue with a heavy focus on local food and Mardi Gras culture. This …
2021 Mardi Gras Events Happening in Shreveport-Bossier
Krewe of Highland Yardi Gras Celebration, Happening Daily Through Fat Tuesday, Feb. 16 Shreveport’s Krewe of Highland Parade traditionally rolls through the historic Highland neighborhood every year on the Sunday …
Meet Shreveport’s Mr. Mardi Gras, Robert Trudeau
Robert Trudeau, a retired Caddo Parish teacher and Carnival enthusiast, brought a piece of New Orleans Mardi Gras rituals to Shreveport in 2008 with the start of Blanc et Noir, …
Five Mardi Gras Meal Must-Haves
It’s a known fact that Louisiana has more food staples than any other state. Everything from the detailed Cajun flavors and unique preparation methods, you can’t deny its authenticity. These …
Quick Q&A on King Cake History
While the rest of America implements New Year traditions with self-assured weight loss resolutions, Louisianans are diving head first into king cakes in celebration of Mardi Gras. Shreveport-Bossier is keeping …
Watch for This Valuable Throw During Sunday’s Krewe of Highland Parade
Catch one of these cups during the Krewe of Highland XXV Parade and you can redeem it for a free beverage!
Where to Find Po’ Boys, Beignets and Other Mardi Gras Eats in Shreveport-Bossier
Looking for Louisiana’s signature menu items in Shreveport-Bossier? Here are a few of our go-to spots.
Visiting Shreveport-Bossier for Mardi Gras? Let Us Buy You a Slice of King Cake.
The Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau will be handing out king cake slices on Feb. 14 and 21.
