About

Hello, glad you stopped by! 

I'm Kay, and this is where I share recipes, especially those from my rich Cajun heritage, which is deeply rooted in food and culture. I was born and raised in Vermilion Parish, the gateway to the Louisiana wetlands in the heart of Acadiana. I grew up eating the best food in the world amongst French-speaking people who exemplify living life to the full. It's evident in the way they gather with their family and prepare their meals.

Let me be your go-to guide for what to cook (especially with Cajun & Southern ingredients). I recreate nostalgic, old-fashioned Cajun dishes - the kind mamas and grandmas used to make. I'm doing my best to represent the culture authentically and keep it alive for generations to come, and it all started with my Mama's gumbo recipe!

You'll find dishes from authentic Cajun Cuisine, such as gumbo, jambalaya, étouffée, my great-grandma's croquesignoles (French donuts), seafood recipes, and more, along with a few stories about growing up in Acadiana. You'll also get recipes from classic down-home Southern cooking. Not all of the foods are from Cajun cuisine, so there's something delicious for everyone.

I must say that I have a fondness for kitchen gadgets, trendy eats, cooking tips, and great Louisiana products.

So have a look around! Find something scrumptious to cook up for yourself and those you love while learning about the unique lifestyle of the Cajun people of South Louisiana.

My Story

My husband, Steve (also known as the Mississippi Man), and I live in the Southeastern corner of Arkansas, also referred to as the ArkLaMiss, with our Weimaraner, Cord. We are recently retired funeral directors; well, Steve still works part-time. It's an adventure navigating this life change with my love and best friend, and we highly recommend it!

You'll also see the Mississippi influence in some of the recipes. Steve's family grew sugar cane and made their own homemade syrup every Thanksgiving day. Therefore, his Mamaw was an expert biscuit maker. I haven't made homemade syrup yet, but I do have a few recipes for making biscuits.

We have three children, two daughters-in-law, five grandchildren, seven grand dogs (as of the last count), and one grand bunny named Autumn.

I began the Louisiana Woman Blog with the hope of preserving my family's heritage through food and stories for our children and grandchildren. Authentic classic Cajun cuisine seems to have been lost in our modern culture. Little did I know that many people are interested in cooking and eating Cajun food, and want to know more about its origins.

I'm excited about this opportunity to share this good food and my experiences with you through this blog. It's my pleasure!

My Home

Acadiana is a region of wetlands located in the heart of the boot, situated just above the Gulf Coast and south of Louisiana's Interstate 10. My childhood home is located near the center of Vermilion Parish, where, not too long ago, the only language spoken was Cajun French, and the primary sources of livelihood were fishing, rice farming, and cattle ranching.

My grandparents were cattle and rice farmers, and my dad was a cattle farmer. Mama was a school teacher and the best cook I know. Many of her recipes and style are mentioned in my cooking. I had a Catholic upbringing, and I'm thankful my parents raised me in the Christian faith.

My Louisiana home is a unique place filled with unique eats; many are made by preparing a roux first. The geographic area is characterized by the abundance of fresh seafood, allowing for a variety of dishes to suit the Cajun palate. The people have always thrived off the land and don't waste a thing! Yeah, we pretty much eat anything.

I'm glad you're here, and I'm looking forward to cooking adventures with you while learning more with every delicious recipe post. I invite you to explore our site and discover good food, cooking tips, and stories about living in Cajun country. Enjoy!

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I'm honored to be chosen as a Top Louisiana Blog from Feedspot, a global media outlet of content creators.