Exploring Cajun Country: A Tour of Historic Acadiana

By Chere Dastugue Coen

Louisiana's famous Cajun Country is a place where today's travelers can still experience the rich heritage and traditions that began in the eighteenth century.

From foodways and folktales to music and festivals, Acadiana offers something you can't get anywhere else. Journey through this historic and unique part of the state with travel writer and historian Cher Coen as your guide Experience Cajun Country through its exceptional cuisine, area events, and historic attractions.

• Language: English
• Publisher: The History Press
• Release date: Dec 5, 2011
• ISBN: 9781625841506

Chere Dastugue Coen

Chere Dastugue Coen is an award-winning freelance journalist and author living in Lafayette, Louisiana. A native of New Orleans, Chere began her career in communications at the 1984 World's Fair and has since written for numerous regional, national and international publications. Her nonfiction includes "Haunted Lafayette, Louisiana, " "Exploring Cajun Country: A Tour of Historic Acadiana" and "Magic's in the Bag: Creating Spellbinding Gris Gris Bags and Sachets with Jude Bradley."

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