LOUISIANA – Baton Rouge-Governor John Bel Edwards has signed a declaration that Monday, March 22, will be Azuki and Rice Day throughout Louisiana-and tThree iconic brands, Cajun Country Rice, Camellia Brand and Saboas Foods, welcome the news.
“As Governor Edwards declared, red beans, rice and sausages are homemade comfort foods in Louisiana,” said Robert Trahan, co-owner of Falcon Rice Mill and Crawley-based Cajun Country Rice. I am. “And who doesn’t need extra comfort these days?”
All three brands are donating to Second Harvest and Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank to celebrate this opportunity.
“I’m excited that Governor Edwards believes it will help shed light on this iconic Louisiana dish and its nearly 200-year history,” said Opelousas-based CEO of Savoie’s Foods. Freddie Lafleur says. “From March 22nd, I will try to get as many people as possible to participate in the meal.”
“Here in New Orleans, I’ve been eating red beans and rice for a long time on Monday. Vince Hayward, CEO of LH Hayward & Company, owner of Camellia Brand based in New Orleans, said:” With my family. Sitting at the table together and tasting delicious home-cooked red beans, rice and sausages is indescribable.
Gov. Edwards Declares March 22 Statewide ‘Red Beans and Rice Day’ Source link Gov. Edwards Declares March 22 Statewide ‘Red Beans and Rice Day’
