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On the Road: Cuisine & Culture in Acadiana Louisiana

Program No. 24834RJ
Discover Acadiana, where the past meets the present, and culture, language and flavor come together in the heart of southern Louisiana.
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Food & WineRegional Studies
Length
8 days
Rating (4.9)
Activity Level
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2,899
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At a Glance
Duration
8 days
Program Begins
New Orleans, LA
Program Concludes
New Orleans, LA
Meals
18 ( 7B, 6L, 5D )
Activity Level
Dive into the history, natural beauty and flavors of southern Louisiana's vibrant Cajun and Creole communities. This is Acadiana — a true melting pot brimming with heritage, distinctive cuisines and lively zydeco beats. Learn about the Cajun, Creole and indigenous Chitimacha peoples while delving into Acadian history and picking up some Creole French along the way. Explore Baton Rouge’s new and old State Capitol buildings, and enjoy exclusive access to the Acadian Cultural Center. In other words? Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Best of all, you'll...
  • Enjoy a boat ride through the Louisiana bayou and learn about its wildlife, ecosystems and the impact climate change has had on this fragile environment.
  • Discover the flavors of Cajun and Creole cuisine, and dance to live Cajun music as you experience a Zydeco breakfast and take part in a seafood boil.
  • Visit the Whitney Plantation and hear the stories of the enslaved people who lived and worked there.
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Samantha Morgan
Samantha Morgan is a former journalist and community advocate from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. After two decades in traditional news media, she launched the Downtown East Social Ride in 2019, a weekly bike exploration revealing Baton Rouge's hidden stories, landmarks, and diverse community narratives. Morgan also hosted a series for the Capitol Park Museum’s Green Book exhibition, exploring sites that once served Black travelers during the Jim Crow era. Her work includes restoring historic sites like the Lincoln Hotel and Lutheran Cemetery.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
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Lyndel Brauninger
Lyndel Brauninger, a native New Orleanian, is a retired educator who taught in the metropolitan New Orleans area for more than 30 years. Besides leading Road Scholar groups, she leads walking “foodie” groups in the French Quarter, where she has been a licensed exploration leader since 1996. Lyndel enjoys experiencing and learning everything the Crescent City has to offer, particularly the architecture, history, music, food, and amazing theater. She is thrilled to share her passion for New Orleans with people from all over the world.
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Nathan Rabalais
Nathan Rabalais is the Joseph P. Montiel Endowed Professor of Francophone Studies and Research Fellow of the Center for Louisiana Studies at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he specializes in the folklore, literature, and popular culture of Louisiana and Acadia. Recent projects include feature-length documentary 'Finding Cajun' on the intersection of language and identity in Louisiana and his book, 'Folklore Figures of French and Creole Louisiana' (LSU Press). Nathan is also a poet whose work has appeared in a number of literary journals.
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Dave Roberts
Dave Roberts was born in New Orleans and baptized in the same church as Louis Armstrong. He received his B.B.A. from Loyola University (New Orleans) and his M.B.A. from the University of New Orleans. For many years he worked at Loyola University as the director of student finance. Dave started working as a New Orleans group leader in 1997. His expeditions are a blend of history, architecture, food, music, writers, movies, and current events.
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Lyndel Brauninger
Lyndel Brauninger, a native New Orleanian, is a retired educator who taught in the metropolitan New Orleans area for more than 30 years. Besides leading Road Scholar groups, she leads walking “foodie” groups in the French Quarter, where she has been a licensed exploration leader since 1996. Lyndel enjoys experiencing and learning everything the Crescent City has to offer, particularly the architecture, history, music, food, and amazing theater. She is thrilled to share her passion for New Orleans with people from all over the world.
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Larry Schexnaydre
Larry Schexnaydre is a performer, singer, and Huey Long impersonator who has been in character since 1976. Larry has owned a performing arts studio in Gonzales, LA for over two decades. He has also worked as a murder mystery writer, songwriter, sound technician, and prop/set designer. When he is not working, he loves fishing, traveling, singing, and writing.
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Milton J. Carr
Milton Carr was born in Tremé, a cultural center of New Orleans. After studying in San Diego, Milton returned home to New Orleans where he worked for Domino Sugars. During his 33 years at Domino, he became interested in sugar cane’s connections to slavery and the economic history of the city. Milton has been a licensed New Orleans guide since 2001, and is a one-of-a-kind expert on the city's unique music, history, culture and heritage.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to 1-2 miles per day; some uneven terrain including city streets and uneven surfaces such as cobblestones. Getting on/off busses and a boat.
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  • Peace of Mind

    We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

  • Assurance Plan

    Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.

  • Want to Protect Your Investment?

    Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

  • Sustainable Travel

    We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.