Cajun Chefs from Lake Charles Take Over Austin: Authentic Louisiana Flavors Shine
Austin is just a five-hour drive from Lake Charles, Louisiana. With family ties there, we frequently visit the Texas Hill Country. And who doesn't love Austin's iconic "weird" vibe?
Imagine what happens when passionate Cajun chefs cross the Texas border into Austin—it gets even more exciting!
A talented young chef from Golden Nugget Lake Charles' Landry's Seafood House transformed Parkside in Austin for one unforgettable night.
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Austin diners savored fresh Blackened Redfish with Shrimp Creole, homemade Southern Biscuits, and Barbecue Shrimp. That's the essence of the Louisiana Restaurant Takeover!
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Across town at Porter Alehouse and Gastropub, Chef Lyle Broussard from L'Auberge Casino Resort's Jack Daniel's Bar & Grill sold out his Crispy Redfish with Citrus Slaw. (Redfish is a local favorite, fresh from the Calcasieu River, caught by Louisiana fishermen.) The pickled onions added a perfect tangy relish—I'm a big fan, and the quick sell-out proves other guests were too.
I couldn't resist ordering three portions of the Cracklin' Crusted Shrimp with Abita Rootbeer Gastrique and Charred White Corn Grits appetizer (generously shared with guests, of course).
It was a thrilling evening introducing Austin to Lake Charles' freshest seafood.
Recreate these award-winning Cajun and Creole dishes from our local chefs with the recipes below. Or skip the kitchen and visit Lake Charles—let the pros prepare them fresh. You won't regret it.
Recipe Cards:
For Chef Brett Baldwin’s Landry’s Seafood House at Golden Nugget’s Blackened Snapper with Gulf Seafood Topping recipe, click here.
For Chef Lyle Broussard’s Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill at L’Auberge Casino Resort’s Crispy Skin Redfish with Pickled Onion and Citrus Slaw recipe, click here.
