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ISSUE: November 15, 2009

Articles about Louisiana

Beyond The Cupcake - 8-15-2006

Though it still has America in its sugary headlock, we're so over the cupcake frenzy. Instead, we're pushing for a revival of chatter about a world's worth of classi...

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...For a truly memorable experience in Lafayette, Louisiana, try a slice of Poupart Bakery’s ...

...herself. 1902 West Pinhook Road, Lafayette, Louisiana, (337) 232-7921, www.poupartsbakery.com

A Fish Tale - 8-15-2005

The legendary wahoo is one of the fastest and most mysterious fish in the sea and it serves as a worthy opponent to the most seasoned of fishermen.

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... In Louisiana, you need to stop at the Puglia''s Sporting Goods...

...about 22 miles southwest from the tip of the Louisiana delta. Imperceptible to the naked eye, it''s...

Putting The New In New Orleans - 9-1-2004

Think you know The Big Easy? Maybe not. New attractions are sprouting up all over the city.

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...is no longer true. This past spring, the TPC of Louisiana opened just outside the city. Owned by the PGA...

In-the-know - 8-1-2002

CELEBRITY DISH A new twist to two-star dingin J-Lo Mein? Asparagus Spears? Not exactly. But two pop icons — Jennifer Lopez and Britney Spears — have recently opened restaurants on either coast. J-Lo’s joint, Madre’s (626-7...

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...in honor of New York and her home state, Louisiana. —...

Bar None - 12-15-2003

Kentucky has its mint julep and Louisiana its Ramos gin fizz, but what else would Georgia have than a drink named after and using its most abundant crop? The Georgia Peach Cocktail is a specialty at the Lobby Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton Buckhe...

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...has its mint julep and Louisiana its Ramos gin fizz, but what else would Georgia...

The Place: Crescent City Farmer’s Market, New Orleans - 8-1-2005

IN STORE: Unlike the touristy, trinket-filled French Market, Crescent City sells lots of fresh food. Operates in four locations (including the French Market), four days a week. BUY THIS: Mirlitons (aka vegetable pears or chayote squas...

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...(aka vegetable pears or chayote squash) and Louisiana yams (aka sweet potatoes)....

Moving Right Along - 11-1-2008

Hey, guys, we are sooo looking forward to you coming for Thanksgiving. Mom, I know last year was a little traumatic. I want to say, again, how very sorry we are about your dress catching fire. First time deep-frying a turkey. It just didn’t occur to me that the flames would jump the pot, catch the rented tent, and leap to your hem the way they did.

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...turkey? Because of the fried turkey I had in Louisiana years ago. Remember? I told you about it when...

Sela Ward's New Orleans - 10-1-2001

Join the Emmy-winning star of Once and Again for a soulful look at one of her favorite spots.

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...a mix of clientele there. It''s real southern Louisiana." Sights "I love the French Market. It''s...

Harry Connick Jr.'s New Orleans - 3-15-2001

This actor/singer shares the ways to let the good times roll in his swinging hometown.

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...Dog is always there. He''s a good example of a Louisiana artist who has become famous all over the world.

Takings And Leavings - 3-1-2003

When my car radio was stolen, I thought I wouldn't miss it. I did. Was I upset when my car stereo was stolen? I suppose you could say so. I sat in the driver’s seat, gaping at the vacant space where the radio used to be, and thought:...

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... album on a station in the middle of Michigan. In Louisiana, I heard one remarkable zydeco song after...

The Blues Are Back In Town - 10-1-2003

As a musical genre that’s often overlooked these days, the blues has been singin’ the blues itself. But now some of Hollywood’s top directors aim to put Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, and their musical progeny back on the map. The blues...

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... The son of Louisiana blues player and club owner Tabby Thomas, King -...

Faith Hill's Nashville - 1-1-2003

Her new CD may be more R&B than C&W, but the fair-haired thrush hasn't given up her country roots. Heres a weekend in the city Hill still calls home.

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...in Franklin. The owners of Nooley''s are from Louisiana, so they know what they''re doing. After a big...

Your Personal Fashion Police - 2-1-2003

Clothing consultants can help you remake your image or spiff up the one you have.

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... 593-0204 Martinez Custom Clothier , Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (225) 928-9107 Montalvo on Montana, Santa...

Science Says: Eat More Worms - 9-15-2004

A couple of scientific studies caught my eye that have nothing to do with one another but do help me understand how it is that humans first decided to eat artichokes. One study, brought to my attention by friend and weird-article reader Lou Cantolup...

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...national chain natural-foods supermarket. In Louisiana, you''ll no doubt be able to purchase a big ol''...

Ours Goes To 11 - 6-1-2005

Whereas other magazines might give you the Top 10 Lists of Great American Music, We've turned it up a notch.

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...out and touch. Tipitina''s New Orleans, Louisiana The music hounds'' club of clubs in N''Awlins...

What’s Hot Now? - 12-15-2006

Think Vietnamese food, personal shoppers, petiquette classes, and more. Read all about it. — Becca HensleySan Francisco, CaliforniaIn an urbane South of Marke...

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...it. - Becca Hensley
New Orleans, Louisiana For adult hydration, hurry to the Savvy...

The Isle Of Sentiment - 2-1-2007

Adventure, love, betrayal, a broken heart. Sounds like a bad soap opera. But in reality, it was just the life of Fermn Mundaca de Marechaja, the legendary pirate of the rural yet enchanting Isla Mujeres.

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...beachfront resort carries on the tradition of Louisiana pirate Jean Lafitte, who supposedly also roamed...