News from Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission

It's Time to EatLafayette™!

In Louisiana, some of our fondest memories and heartiest celebrations involve coming together with loved ones to share a good meal. In the spirit of this tradition, more than 50 locally-owned restaurants have come together for a two-month celebration of local cuisine. In its seventh year, EatLafayette™ 2011 runs from June 20 through Aug. 15, 2011 with participating restaurants offering a variety of cuisines and some great specials. Get your fingers ready to browse the official EatLafayette™ website for restaurants either by name or by food type. For information on all the restaurant participants, go to www.eatlafayette.com or find EatLafayette™ on Facebook or Twitter. Don't forget to check in on Foursquare each time you visit an EatLafayette restaurant!.

WATERMELON PICKLES
Juicy sweet watermelon is always a cooling summertime favorite. And, with this recipe from the Junior League of Lafayette cookbook, Talk About Good II, you can use the rind to make cool tart watermelon pickles. It's not hard really-give it a try!
Click here for the recipe

Donna Angelle & The Zydeco Posse - Vermilionville June 26

Nolan Cormier and the Cajun Hee Haws - Vermilionville July 3

Ancestral Memories: A Healing Journey Through the Middle Passage: The Work of Imna Arroyo - Hilliard University Art Museum, thru July 9.

2nd Saturday Artwalk - July 9
Corey Ledet and His Zydeco Band - Vermilionville July 10

Click here for complete calendar of events.

The Acadiana Symphony Orchestra presents Red, White and Boom!
On July 4, 2011, Downtown Lafayette will be THE place to be for Red, White and Boom 2011. Grammy award winner Chubby Carrier and his Bayou Swamp Band will headline the entertainment. The entire day will be packed with fun including great music, as well food, multiple children's activities, fun contests and a finale fireworks spectacular choreographed to patriotic music. $5 admission supports the ASO's Children's Concert Series. No ice chests please. Click here for more information.

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