Submitted by Lafayette Travel
LAFAYETTE, LA (October 9, 2024) – Lafayette Travel is thrilled to announce that Lafayette, Louisiana, has won The Local Palate’s competition for the Best Culinary Town in the South. This prestigious title is a testament to Lafayette’s vibrant culinary scene, rich heritage, and the incredible support from our community.
“We were thrilled with our first Readers’ Poll turnout, which included thousands of responses over the course of the poll. Clearly, the food scene in Lafayette, which is infused with Cajun spirit, is a place our readers love,” said Erin Byers Murray, Editor in Chief of The Local Palate. “We’re thrilled to present this issue to our readers, and look forward to starting our research for next year’s issue.”
Lafayette will be featured on the cover of The Local Palate’s “Best Culinary Towns” issue, which is available for sale beginning October 29. This recognition highlights Lafayette’s unique culinary offerings and solidifies its status as a top destination for food lovers across the region and beyond.
“We are immensely proud to be recognized as the Best Culinary Town in the South by The Local Palate and its readers. This accolade highlights the passion and dedication of our restaurateurs, chefs, food artisans, and community, who continue to make Lafayette Parish a must-visit destination for food lovers. We look forward to welcoming even more visitors to experience all that our area’s culinary scene has to offer.” said Ben Berthelot, President and CEO of Lafayette Travel.
The Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission thanks everyone who voted and supported Lafayette throughout this competition. Your enthusiasm and dedication have played a crucial role in securing this honor for our city. Stay tuned for more updates and join us in celebrating Lafayette’s culinary excellence.
About the competition:
The competition involved several stages. Initially, The Local Palate’s editors reviewed over 40 small towns across the South and from this pool, the top ten towns were selected and announced. After two rounds of public voting – taking place from June 5th to June 21st – Lafayette was named the winner.
