Café Du Monde is famous across the United States, known as a Nola institution. But just what makes its beignets so amazing?

The story of beignets is a journey through time and cultures, revealing why this flaky, powdered sugar-covered pastry means ...

Louisiana’s food culture goes beyond gumbo and jambalaya. The state has a treasure trove of beloved snacks that have fed generations of locals. From corner stores to gas stations, these treats hold ...

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A visit to New Orleans should include a sampling of the state's official donut, the beignet. Check out our list of some of the best places to get them.

In the popular imagination, New Orleans is the queen city of beignets. Tourists from around the world descend on a daily basis, seeking a baptism by powdered sugar at renowned spots like Cafe du Monde ...

Beignets and buttermilk drops sit on a table at Cafe Beignets in Lindale Mall’s food court in northeast Cedar Rapids on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. (Elizabeth Wood/The Gazette) Buy Photo The Gazette ...

Mornings in Louisiana call for a little magic, and nothing delivers like a plate of hot, powdered-sugar-dusted beignets. These fluffy pillows of fried dough are more than breakfast – they’re a sweet ...

Surrounded by anime memorabilia, Labubus in crochet wares and manga wallpaper, I found myself baking mooncakes on a Tuesday evening in Tommy Ly’s GeekEasy Anime Cafe. Kneading dough, measuring our ...

Beignets & Brew opened on Sept. 17 in Virginia Beach, near Tidewater Community College. The Florida-based chain features made-to-order New Orleans-style beignets (French doughnuts) and specialty ...

The French Quarter isn’t just the heart of New Orleans it’s a food lover’s paradise where history and flavor collide. From century-old establishments to hidden courtyards serving up unforgettable ...

This is part of Reason's 2025 summer travel issue. Click here to read the rest of the issue. If you ever go to New Orleans, one of your first stops should be the very unhidden gem of Café Du Monde's ...