Born on the Bayou

As you know by this point, we were in Lafayette, La. If you watch the mainstream media, I assume you would have heard about the epic flooding taking place between Lafayette and New Orleans. This was an excuse to hang out and seek some cajun staples. Remember, I was born in Louisiana and have parcels of property out here, so I am no stranger to the culture.

On our way out, we decided to get Boudin and Cracklin.
Boudin is a pork product sausage comprised of liver, meat, rice, herbs, and seasoning. Sounds disgusting, I know. Trust me when I tell you, it's delicous.
Cracklin is basicslly cubed bacon that is slowly fried. Ever heard of chicaronnes? Same exact thing.

Poches in Breaux Bridge, LA

It is pronounced Bro Bridge and I must admit just because it says "cajun", does not mean good. We spent $18 on these and promotly threw them away. The cracklins were literally doused in MSG (monosodiumglutamate). If you look closely, you see the fine, clear crystals.

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