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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....
The Best Stop: The Story Behind a Local Legend
When it comes to delivering the authentic tastes of South Louisiana, The Best Stop is in a league of its own. This family-owned and run country store has built a reputation based on the values that...
Your Tailgate Checklist
Tailgating season is here, and The Best Stop has all the boudin, smoked sausage shredded tasso and marinated chicken you need to create the ultimate game-day party for your family and friends. We’ve...
What Makes Our Boudin and Cracklins the Best
When it comes to authentic Cajun tastes, boudin, and cracklins are hard to beat. The Best Stop prides itself on making delicious food that celebrates Louisiana culture. Everyone has their own family...
The Best Stop featured on Food Network
The Best Stop Supermarket was featured on Food Network's #SouthernFriedRoadTrip series. We appeared in Season 1, Episode 4: Gator Bait when brothers Bobby Dean and Jamie Deen stopped by our store....
Thank You Acadiana!
Thanks Acadiana for voting The Best Stop Supermarket's boudin for "Best Boudin" 19 years running in Times of Acadiana Best of 2018! We appreciate our customers!
The Best Stop on the Road
8235 N Hwy 146Baytown, TX 77523Y’all seen the weather lately? The sun is out and letting us know it’s time to hit the road and chill out somewhere new for a bit of rest and relaxation! Whether...
Franchise Spotlight: The Best Stop – Toledo Bend
By mid-year 2024, you will be able to find authentic Cajun meats in Toledo Bend! Toledo Bend, a large man made reservoir nestled on the border between Louisiana and Texas, has long been a popular...
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 13th Annual Boudin Festival on April 10-12, 2026 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...