Southern Snapshot: The Grape Guy Mural
When going to eat some cheeseburgers at Cotten’s Downtown for a blog post, we stumbled up this amazing mural on the side of the restaurant. It’s a piece done by Jeremy Price of Bluejay Arts. Have you seen this mural or others like it around town? Have any pics? Please comment below or e-mail us
Huntin’ Gators on the Geaux: The Racquet Club Gator
This Gator on the Geaux can be found at the Lake Charles Racquet Club at 870 West Bayou Pines in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He’s hidden under some stairs by the pool, and rumor has it he used to hold a tennis racquet! We don’t know the name of the Gator or the artist. If you
Southern Snapshot: Mary Ann’s Cafe Sign
Cotten’s Downtown had just so many interesting things! We also found the original Mary Ann’s Cafe sign hanging on the wall inside. I remember eating at Mary Ann’s Cafe in the mid-80’s when I was working in the downtown area. I loved their burgers and fries! Do you remember Mary Ann’s Cafe? Have any special
Huntin’ Gators on the Geaux: Good Turn Gator
This Gator on the Geaux turned Boy Scout, with a bandana and all, guards the Boy Scouts of America of Lake Charles at 304 Dr. Michael Debakey Drive. Artist is unknown. Send us out to search for more Gators on the Geaux by commenting below or e-mailing us bonveillercher@gmail.com!
Fearless Finds: Sweets & Treats
Looking to try a new dessert? Well have you ever had a tea cake? We hadn’t, so when a patient of mine suggested we try out Sweets & Treats of Lake Charles, we had to oblige! Located at 411 Ryan Street, Sweets & Treats has a variety of homemade desserts from chocolate covered anything to
Huntin’ Gators on the Geaux: Local Lendagator Remastered
This Gator on the Geaux was one of the first we heard about as it was originally the Local Lendigator and stood outside First Federal Savings and Loan on 1135 Lake Shore Drive in Lake Charles, Louisiana. However, time and weather took its toll, so when we went to find him, we only saw the
Fearless Finds: Cotten’s Downtown
If you read our post about The Rocket Drive Inn in Jennings, Louisiana, then you know that WE LOVE CHEESEBURGERS!! So, when my husband suggested we check out the newest location of Cotten’s for the blog, we hurried on over. Cotten’s Famous Hamburgers is known for its location on Oak Park Boulevard, but since November
Huntin’ Gators on the Geaux: News-Scoop Gator
In honor of the American Press running an article about us today, we are sharing their Gator on the Geaux with y’all! With a vest made of newspaper and a nifty messenger bag over his shoulder, this Gator on the Geaux is ready to spread some news! The artist is Mark Lefevre, and this Gator
Huntin’ Gators on the Geaux: Marshlander
Bet you’ve never seen a gator in a kilt before! Well this Gator on the Geaux is wearing just that! He hangs out near the entrance to a law office at 1807 Lake Street in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The artist is Mark Lefevre.
Fearless Finds: W.H. Tupper General Merchandise Museum
Ready to step back in time? Well we have found just the place to make you feel like you’re back in the early 1900’s! The W.H. Tupper General Merchandise Museum is a hidden gem in downtown Jennings, Louisiana. Just a block down from the Heywood Building, the museum’s exterior looks like an old storefront, and when