Lent

Whether you're observing Lent or just love hot, delicious fried catfish, Lafayette has amazing restaurants serving up some of the best fried catfish in Louisiana.

Keep an eye out for the following locations to pick up your fried fish dinners on Fridays during lent here in Lafayette.

Whether you're observing Lent or you just have an envie for some delicious fried shrimp, you're choices in Lafayette and Acadiana are certainly plentiful.

Nestlé USA has issued a voluntary recall of select Lean Cuisine® and STOUFFER’S® frozen meals due to possible wood contamination in certain products. The recall affects specific batches of Butternut Squash Ravioli, Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and Party Size Chicken Lasagna, distributed nationwide between September 2024 and March 2025. Nestlé took action after receiving consumer complaints, including one potential choking incident. Customers should check batch codes and dispose of affected products immediately. Stay updated on refund options and official recall notices from Nestlé and the FDA.

Skipping meat during Lent? Try this delicious Sushirito.

As Lent begins, Catholics in Southwest Louisiana will gather for Ash Wednesday Mass on March 5, 2025. Whether you’re in Lafayette, Breaux Bridge, Opelousas, or St. Martinville, several Catholic churches are offering services for the faithful to receive ashes and begin their Lenten journey. This day of fasting and prayer marks the start of 40 days leading to Easter Sunday. Check out our complete list of Mass times and find a service near you.

As Lent begins Wednesday, drive-thru ashes are available in Louisiana.

Louisiana Catholics observing Lent don’t have to skip alligator. The Archdiocese of New Orleans confirms it’s considered seafood—making it a perfect Ash Wednesday or Lenten Friday meal!

Lent is a sacred time for Catholics in Southwest Louisiana, known for their strong faith and devotion. From fasting on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday to meat abstinence on Fridays, locals embrace these traditions deeply. Many participate in the Stations of the Cross, extra prayer, and acts of charity as they prepare for Easter Sunday. Want to stay on top of Lent this year? The Hallow App offers prayer guides and challenges to help. What are you giving up or doing this Lent? Join the conversation!

Catholic or not, most of us cheer when we see the posts fly across social media announcing Fish Fry Friday in south Louisiana. Here's where you can get hooked!

Valentine's Day is a day of indulgence, Ash Wednesday is not. Catholic Bishops are suggesting the Louisiana faithful observe both holidays this way.

No candy was the go-to penance for young Catholics in Louisiana. Deciding what to do as an adult is not as easy. Here are 11 ideas about observing Lent this year.

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Many will celebrate with green beer, maybe some corned beef, and a big party. However, there is a religious aspect to this day as we are, after all, celebrating a patron saint.

Did you pay too much for your crawfish this weekend? Here's what crawfish lovers are paying in Lafayette, Acadiana, Lake Charles, and Baton Rouge per pound.

Despite the better supply consumers will still find prices a little higher than they were when compared to last year's Lenten season.

Have you ever wondered why people walk around with ashes on their heads for Ash Wednesday?

Here is a list of local churches and KC clubs that will be providing Fish Fry dinners on Fridays during Lent.

Catholics across the world are observing the Lenten season and now many are giving up what they enjoy daily as a form of penance.

Here is a list of local churches and KC clubs that will be providing Fish Fry dinners on Fridays during Lent.