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It's long been one of the South's great stomach-stretching pleasure centers, but a new wave of eating is rippling through Lafayette, Louisiana, propelled largely by chefs and entrepreneurs returning home from big cities to find a bevy of sophisticated mouths to feed. From fried fish heads to house-cured charcuterie, the payoff is rich for traditionalists and trend-seekers alike. Get the scoop on all the best restaurants and what to order in the full story below.
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