Le Petit Cajun is a tea shop and boutique in Grand Coteau, Louisiana that showcases the work of local artists while providing a space for people to meet, eat, and shop in a tranquil atmosphere. You can find jewelry, paintings, religious gifts, oyster art, quilted goods, and special-made monogram items here.
With premium teas and handcrafted goods, it’s a relaxing gathering spot for those who appreciate the finer things.
Adam “Nonc” Doucet, owner of Nonc’s Shop, is a French speaker, self-taught musician, and self-taught woodturner from Sunset, Louisiana. Doucet prides himself in one-of-a-kind turned pieces made from local Louisiana wood species. Most notably, Doucet is known for his work with sinker cypress, ancient cypress trees ranging from 400-1,000+ years old. His work has been featured in national publications and museums such as The San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site. With a degree in anthropology, Doucet continues finding the unique connections humans have with trees and wood and incorporates these ideas into his work. Nonc’s Shop offers commission work on various products, so please reach out if you would like a custom piece of local art.
Black Pot Bookshop is a locally-curated book and gift store located in the St. Landry Parish Courtyard Square of downtown Opelousas, Louisiana in the historic Shute’s building. Their selection of goods are handpicked from local authors and artists from around the state.
Their large selection of books, home decor, kitchenware, hometown gifts, and more make it a perfect place to pick up a gift or browse after lunch or a cup of coffee at one of the nearby cafés.
In 2021, the LA Legion building in Eunice, Louisiana was renovated by retired teacher, Susan Clark Vigee. With refurbished office spaces in front and an antique shop in the back, her husband affectionately calls the project her “dollhouse”. There’s a lot to see in the building including artwork by Louisiana artists like Rocky Gates, Joe Dies, Beverly Lafleur, and more. Shop for items ranging from handmade religious art and statues, wood art cutouts, and antiques to handmade jewelry, locally produced seasonings, and more.
The Lakeview General Store is located right at the entrance of the sprawling Lakeview Park & Beach property in Eunice. Here, you can check in and purchase Louisiana-themed souvenirs from Parish Ink including magnets, postcards, shirts, and more. It’s also your one-stop-shop for any of your camping needs and local food items like pepper jelly and hot sauce. Other wares include handmade gifts including items salvaged and refurbished from hurricane Laura as well as original art from local artists including Hannah Gumbo.
Tony Chachere’s is a household name famous for the internationally shipped seasonings and family of food products that bear the name. Mr. Chachere himself was a native of Opelousas, and he developed his flavors right along the bayou. Now, his family has kept the food giant’s legacy in his city with Tony’s Country Store connected to the boxing and distribution factory located right along I-49.
The store is the perfect spot to purchase Louisiana-inspired cutlery, tableware, Parish Ink apparel, and novelties including Cajun French children’s books and dictionaries. You can also find all of the Tony Chachere’s family of seasonings and jambalaya as well as Cajun and Creole cookbooks and CDs. Fun gifts are not all that this little General Store holds. There’s also a section where you can view a video detailing the history of Tony Chachere and the company he built. During certain days, you can also view the production line where workers make sure the Tony Chachere’s products make it to your home.
In the heart of Opelousas‘ downtown, right next to the 300-year-old Jim Bowie tree, steps away from your choice of cafĂ©s, lies a very special gift shop owned by community activist, Shawana Johnson. Wild Child Essentials hosts a variety of local Creole and African American vendors from the area. Handmade soaps, hair oils, jewelry, candles, and so much more line the shelves. This metaphysical shop is your destination for soaps, lotions, and potions as well as crystals, sage, incense, and other healing tools.
Beaucoup in Eunice, Louisiana is a mini boutique mall featuring handmade gifts and items for all ages. Shop gourmet snacks, handmade jewelry, Mardi Gras costumes and masks, religious items such as rosaries and holy water fonts, original art by Haidee DeRouen, and so much more! There are also seasonal items perfect for Christmas gifts and decorations.
