It’s no secret that pork is prevalent in Cajun cuisine. That’s because pork is, for lack of a better term, extremely practical. We know, it sounds funny to call a cut of meat “practical”, but let us...
What is Cracklin? A Cajun Tradition
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Meat the Team: Dana Cormier
This month we wanted to focus our attention on one of the hardest working members of The Best Stop family: Dana Cormier. If you’ve met Dana, then you don’t need us to tell you that she’s not afraid...
Your Acadiana Hit List: 5 Things to See When Visiting South Louisiana in the Summer
The sun’s out over Cajun country; it’s summertime! While we’re sad to wave goodbye to the milder spring season, we’re more than happy to welcome all the fun and excitement that summer brings (but...
Mudbug Magic: 3 Unconventional Ways to Boil Your Crawfish
It’s May and, while that doesn’t mean much of a temperature change here in South Louisiana (except for a little bit less rain), in many other parts of the country it means that spring is well on its...
The Best Stop’s Best: Spaghetti and Meatballs
A Sunday standard in many a household in South Louisiana, spaghetti and meatballs is a great family meal that is easily adaptable depending on the crowd. And, whether you like it super meaty or more...
The Tastiest Teacher Appreciation Gifts
If you're a parent, you understand how instrumental teachers are in giving your child a fun, educational, and memorable childhood. At The Best Stop, we want to help you give back to the people who...
Your Guide to the Scott Boudin Festival
There are many things to celebrate in April, but here in Cajun Country it means the start of the festival season. From rice and frogs to music and crawfish, South Louisiana’s spring and summer...
Gearing Up for Grilling Season
Spring is fast approaching, which means it’s almost time for grilling season. Imagine the fresh scent of smoked sausage, beef brisket and marinated chicken filling the air while friends and family...
Mouthwatering Marinades for Your Next Meal
Cooking on the grill is a favorite pastime in America. When you’re getting ready to cook a meal for the family or the entire neighborhood, it’s important not to forget about the importance of a good...
Recipes to Get You Through Lent
As Mardi Gras celebrations come to a close and the season of Lent approaches, many folks will be giving up meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all of the Fridays of Lent. While we love our...
Southern Living Shout Out!
Southern Living has deemed us one of (literally) the best stops to make when passing through South Louisiana! Not only do they give us props for our delectable boudin and sausage, but also remind...
Best of The Best Stop: Best Sellers & Employee Picks
The Best Stop Supermarket has been the go-to place in South Louisiana for Cajun specialty meats since 1986. Tucked away in the small town of Scott, The Best Stop supplies local cooks and Cajuns...
Oprah.com – The Best Thing to Eat In Every State
Boudin is a spiced Cajun sausage made of rice and pork (and often onions and peppers, too). Chef Alon Shaya, who owns Israeli spot Shaya in New Orleans, fell in love with the version at The Best...
Southern Food Alliance Feature
A native of Scott, Louisiana, Robert Cormier grew up in a household that followed the Cajun boucherie tradition, wherein hogs were slaughtered out of necessity. When he got older, Robert decided to...
The Best Stop Featured on Cooking Channel
Featured on Southern and Hungry. Episode aired September 17, 2018 at 9/8c on Cooking Channel. #Southernandhungry @CookingChannel
Gumbo Gold: Tips for Making a Traditional (or non-traditional) Cajun Classic
Gumbo is perhaps the king of Louisiana staples. Made in both traditional and non-traditional forms, gumbo is something you’re sure to find when you sit yourself down for an authentic Cajun meal....
Get Fit with Flavor: Resolution-Friendly Eats
Welcome to the New Year! It's the season when many of us set goals to eat healthier after all the food-filled holiday celebrations. But if you're worried about missing out on the bold and spicy...
Christmas With The Cormiers: A Celebration of Faith, Family, and Flavor
For the Cormier family, who run the well-known Best Stop Supermarket, the holiday season is a special time. This is when their busy family business takes a breather to enjoy the holidays with the...
A Cajun Twist on Thanksgiving – 5 Easy and Flavorful Swaps
With so much of Thanksgiving being about tradition, it can be fun every now and then to mix it up, especially when it comes to your Thanksgiving spread. Check out this collection that includes 5...
A Commitment to Quality – Part II
Expanding Horizons: Building a World-Class Wholesale Boudin Facility As The Best Stop's reputation for quality and flavor spread far beyond the borders of Scott, Louisiana, the need to expand to...
A Commitment to Quality – Part 1
From An Empty Lot off LA-93 In the mid-80s, during a challenging period for Louisiana's economy, Robert Cormier and Lawrence Menard (affectionately known as Uncle Brud) found themselves in a vacant...
Sit and Savor at the New Best Stop Kitchen and Dining Area
As you've probably seen the last few years, we've been hard at work bringing our award-winning Cajun Speciality meats to fans across the country through wholesale partnerships, our online store and...
Meat the 5 Types of Grilling Dads
Grilling season is upon us, and as we gear up for a Father's Day feast, it's important to recognize that not all dads approach the grill in the same way. In fact, there are five distinct types of...
All Flavor, No Fuss: A Quick & Easy Mother’s Day Menu
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your mom how much you care than by treating her to a delicious Cajun-style meal? At The Best Stop Supermarket, we understand that...
Crawfish Season and Lent: Acadiana’s Love Affair with Seafood
After the revelry of Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday marks the start of the Catholic tradition of Lent: a time of reflection, prayer, and fasting. This year, Lent...