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...
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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...
Mardi Gras Prepping: King Cakes and Other Parade Route Goodies
There’s no better time to be in South Louisiana than Mardi Gras season! Kicking off in early January and lasting through Fat Tuesday (the last day before Lent), Mardi Gras is filled with...
Keep it Cajun: Cajun Food that Fits Your New Year’s Diet
After the holidays and celebrations are over, many people treat the New Year as an opportunity to refocus their goals and start a new diet. Cajun food is a fantastic decadent food that can fit right...
A Gift Guide for Cajun Food Lovers
Joyeux Noël—It’s that time of year again! Twinkling lights, smiling families and (most importantly) the smell of all that delicious holiday food coming from the kitchen. Cajun food is a great fit...
Stew Gravy & Meatballs Recipe
We’ve got another Cajun recipe for you to warm your winter months, and it’s another classic Acadiana staple! The recipe for this savory southern icon was submitted by local chef Jesse Rider. It’s...
Sticky Chicken Rice & Gravy
Fall is here at last—and the weather has never been better for some classic Cajun comfort food! The Best Stop in Scott has plenty of classics that are ready for you to grab and enjoy, but if you’re...
Creole and Cajun Food: What’s The Difference?
Creole and Cajun foods have a lot in common, but despite their many shared qualities, they are two entirely different kinds of cuisine. For many of the folks that live in Louisiana, whether they’re...
A Guide to Meat: The 8 Cuts of Chicken
Chickens aren’t just for chasing at Mardi Gras: they’ve been a farming staple for centuries. As a result, chicken has earned its place at the heart of American and Cajun cuisine. The meat is...
Meat the Team: Robert Cormier
In the economic downturn of the 1980s, Robert Cormier and Lawrence Menard (Uncle Brud) stood in a vacant parking lot in Scott, Louisiana, and began talking about new possibilities.
A Guide to Meat: The 8 Cuts of Pork
Pork isn’t just a food in Cajun culture, it's a way of life. Historically, pigs were an important resource to early Cajuns as they require little space, eat a variety of foods, have large litters...
The Best Stop Supermarket Becomes Official Boudin Provider of Louisiana Athletics
We've been fueling Cajuns fans since 1986, but now it's official! The Best Stop is the official Boudin of the Ragin' Cajuns. It is a joy as both Ragin' Cajuns fans and a local business to support...
Rule the Roux: Making the Perfect Cajun Roux
When it comes to cooking Cajun cuisine, you better know how to make a roux. Topped only by the holy trinity of bell pepper, green onions and celery, a roux is one of the most critical components of...
Tips For Freezing: A Guide to Proper Meat Storage
At The Best Stop, we believe that the best meat is fresh from the butcher. But that isn't always an option — when properly preserved, a fresh cut that has been frozen is a close second. Between...
Welcome to the Boudin Festival!
Hey ya’ll! It’s that time of year again! We are thrilled to invite you to join us at the 11th Annual Boudin Festival on April 5-7, 2024 in Scott, LA – the Boudin Capital of the World! With live...
Crawfish and Mushroom Linguine
While we at The Best Stop are known for our hearty and flavorful dishes featuring Cajun specialty meats like boudin, smoked sausage, and stuffed chicken, we also love to get creative with meatless...
Make Your Valentine’s Day Gourmet with The Best Stop
This Valentine's Day, step away from the crowded expensive restaurants and create an intimate, upscale dining experience in the comfort of your own home. The Best Stop is renowned for its down-home...
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...