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LOUISIANA LIBATIONS TRAIL

After tasting their way across the state, visitors to Louisiana will need a little something to wash it all down. Luckily for them, we are crafting more
than delicious cuisine. The state is also home to craft breweries, distilleries and wineries. Each one prides itself on unique flavors, and many
utilize local ingredients to create flavor profiles you won’t find anywhere else in the country. Take a brewery, winery or distillery tour to get a behind

the scenes look at production. Or, dine at a Louisiana restaurant and order up a craft beer, sip a wine or try a unique specialty cocktail that perfect-
ly complements our local cuisine. Download the Louisiana Libations Trail digital passport then visit, check in, and earn prizes along the way! Learn
more about Louisiana’s tasty libations at LouisianaLibations.com.

GAS STATION EATS

Louisiana is known for its outstanding culinary scene – from some of the best fine dining in the Big Easy to iconic Cajun eats in the heart of
Cajun country. What can be considered a hidden gem, however, are the state’s Gas Station Eats. In the No Man’s Land area, on the western
border of Louisiana, you’ll find down-home, authentic meals in an unassuming location. Louisiana’s Gas Station Eats are like no other – hearty

breakfasts, traditional Cajun delicacies like boudin and cracklins, mouthwatering barbecue, juicy home-style burgers, classic plate lunch spe-
cials, crispy fried seafood, baked goods and more can be found in these casual roadside spots off the beaten path. These no-frills locations
are true dining destinations for those looking for fresh Southern cooking served with a smile.

LOUISIANA OFFICE OF TOURISM LAUNCHES HOT SAUCE TRAIL

The Louisiana Office of Tourism launched its new Louisiana Hot Sauce Trail. The trail features factory tours such as the iconic Tabasco® on
Avery Island, restaurants, and attractions offering unique takes on hot sauce. Featured stops on the trail can be found all over the state and
will continue to expand with new locations.

“Louisiana’s food is famous around the world, and for good reason,” said Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser. “From gumbo and jambalaya
to the hot sauces that kick everything up a notch, our flavors tell the story of who we are. We have featured Louisiana hot sauces in several
promotional events around the world, and the response has been amazing as people learn more about the flavors that make our cuisine so
unique.

The trail can be downloaded digitally on LouisianaHotSauceTrail.com. Users can check in at different stops along the trail to earn points
they can redeem for prizes. The development of the new trail is part of the state’s Year of Food campaign, showcasing Louisiana food as a top

reason for traveling to the state.

CHEF KARLOS KNOTT NAMED KING OF LOUISIANA SEAFOOD
Chef Karlos Knott of The Cajun Saucer in Arnaudville is the 2025 King of Louisiana Seafood beating 11 other chefs to win the 18th Annual
Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off presented by the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board. To win the crown, Chef Knott prepared

a dish he called “All Roads Lead to Arnaudville, consisting of a roman style pizza with butter poached Louisiana shrimp highlighting his
creativity and the superior quality of the seafood that comes from Louisiana’s shorelines and vast waterways.

Chef Karlos Knott, a former U.S. Army Cavalry Scout, stationed in Mannheim, Germany, developed a passion for well-crafted beer during
his nearly six years in Europe with his wife, Stephanie, and son, Cory. This experience inspired him to start a brewery back home in Louisiana.
In 2009, the family founded Bayou Teche Brewing in Arnaudville, crafting beers that harmonize with the cuisines and lifestyles of South
Louisiana.

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