Tag Archives: Louisiana

Joie de Vivre Coffee and Culture Café – Breaux Bridge, LA

20150329_102509Joie de Vivre – the joy of living or in this case the joy of coffee.

We have been to Joie de Vivre many times over the last few years. The enjoyment of coffee and pastries to dancing on a Thursday night have made many memorable occasions. Continue reading

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Day of Surprises – Truck Stop Eating

20150404_091956Saturdays usually mean shopping at a farmers market and breakfast out. This has become a tradition of ours no matter where we may be located. This Saturday we were in Breaux Bridge, LA and knew the Lafayette markets well, having shopped them many times. There are three farmers markets in Lafayette which is interesting for a city of its size and the markets are close together. Continue reading

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Hammond, LA Farmers Market

WaresSaturday morning and we are off to a farmers market in Hammond, LA.  The market is in the historic area of town alongside the railroad tracks, which are still used.  Luckily for us no trains passed while we were shopping.  The market offered the usual items – vegetables, eggs, honey, jams, and crafts.  What set this market apart was their frequent shopper card.  These cards are popular with coffeehouses and eateries but we have never seen one at a farmers market. Continue reading

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Café Hope – Marrero, LA

Cafe HopeThe architecture is Spanish in white stucco, arches, large entrance doors, high ceilings, stone floors, and stories held within these walls.  You know there is a presence here but the stately old buildings, while in need of attention, are welcoming.  Although these buildings have many stories from the past to tell, they are now housing new stories and a place of courage where the past forms the future.  This is Café Hope. Continue reading

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