LOUISIANA: New Iberia / Avery Island - Tabasco Factory Tour, Loose Alligators, Eating Frog Legs
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Date: 2024-01-28
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abelincoln3261
Wow it's cool to see so many places that I know so well that I haven't seen in a long time. I've been in many of those homes. I grew up not for away and had several childhood friends who grew up in a few of those homes. Some of them now own them. Everyone knew everyone back then. My mother's sister my aunt has a home there, you drove right by it. I have a lot of family in New iberia, they've been there since the 1600s. I talk to young people. about how we grew up and what all we did, when we were teenagers. and their lives are no so different compared to ours. Our lives were extremely active outside of our own homes and in and around our home towns. I had close friends in most of the towns that surrounded my homes town for about 50 miles square. easily. That was common to us. I don't think that is very common now. Our parks were meeting areas that were open 24/7 365 days a year. each town had a hamburger joint that was a hang out for most teens and twenty something. So 15 year olds often hung out at the same places that the college guys and gals hung out at. everyone knew their buddies older brothers and sisters and parents. It's hard to explain how huge our circle of friends and acquaintances were. and we knew each other on a face to face name basis. Not a FB account. ya know! It's crazy. when I think about it. I feel very fortunate to have grown up in the 60s, 70s. as a teen and a young adult.
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Wow it's cool to see so many places that I know so well that I haven't seen in a long time. I've been in many of those homes. I grew up not for away and had several childhood friends who grew up in a few of those homes. Some of them now own them. Everyone knew everyone back then. My mother's sister my aunt has a home there, you drove right by it. I have a lot of family in New iberia, they've been there since the 1600s. I talk to young people. about how we grew up and what all we did, when we were teenagers. and their lives are no so different compared to ours. Our lives were extremely active outside of our own homes and in and around our home towns. I had close friends in most of the towns that surrounded my homes town for about 50 miles square. easily. That was common to us. I don't think that is very common now. Our parks were meeting areas that were open 24/7 365 days a year. each town had a hamburger joint that was a hang out for most teens and twenty something. So 15 year olds often hung out at the same places that the college guys and gals hung out at. everyone knew their buddies older brothers and sisters and parents. It's hard to explain how huge our circle of friends and acquaintances were. and we knew each other on a face to face name basis. Not a FB account. ya know! It's crazy. when I think about it. I feel very fortunate to have grown up in the 60s, 70s. as a teen and a young adult.
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dougmagee6710
Hey guys, really enjoyed your video. I grew up in New Iberia in the early to mid 60's as a child. Wandered all over, kids could walk the streets then and not have to worry. I was about 14 when we moved to another very small town. Its a shame you didnt make it to the park, or like some else said the Shadows. Theres also Rip Van Winkle gardens on Jefferson Island. Theres Joseph Jeffersons Plantation home, built in the 1800's. There are cabins you can rent with a very nice restaurant on the property. Anyway its very interesting to see someone elses perspective on an area you grew up in. Take care!
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Hey guys, really enjoyed your video. I grew up in New Iberia in the early to mid 60's as a child. Wandered all over, kids could walk the streets then and not have to worry. I was about 14 when we moved to another very small town. Its a shame you didnt make it to the park, or like some else said the Shadows. Theres also Rip Van Winkle gardens on Jefferson Island. Theres Joseph Jeffersons Plantation home, built in the 1800's. There are cabins you can rent with a very nice restaurant on the property. Anyway its very interesting to see someone elses perspective on an area you grew up in. Take care!
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weshay3699
I think it is pretty cheap. They should give
a free small bottle that is actually sold in stores to visitors
if they are trying to get new fans. I just love the Tobasco!
But a little more PR would go a long way!
I was just saying before the censors. A good bar has barstools with
backs so one can relax while drinking their expensive concoctions!
I love this video and I really appreciate the time you take one each one.
Also I want to say I intend to try Shimmer Bock soon and I shall let you know
what I think.
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I think it is pretty cheap. They should give
a free small bottle that is actually sold in stores to visitors
if they are trying to get new fans. I just love the Tobasco!
But a little more PR would go a long way!
I was just saying before the censors. A good bar has barstools with
backs so one can relax while drinking their expensive concoctions!
I love this video and I really appreciate the time you take one each one.
Also I want to say I intend to try Shimmer Bock soon and I shall let you know
what I think.
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wendywendy8379
My mom and son live in New Iberia. We’re all originally from Lafayette but now my family lives in The Berry as the locals call it. Also I have family in Houma. It’s pronounced HOMA. Or HOME A. (Just FYI) Houma is the area where Swamp People is filmed. You’ll enjoy it there as well. Loved your video.
It made me really homesick as I’m living in Utah now. As nice and beautiful as it is here, There’s really no place like home. Hope you enjoyed your visit to my beautiful home state. Best wishes and safe travels.
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My mom and son live in New Iberia. We’re all originally from Lafayette but now my family lives in The Berry as the locals call it. Also I have family in Houma. It’s pronounced HOMA. Or HOME A. (Just FYI) Houma is the area where Swamp People is filmed. You’ll enjoy it there as well. Loved your video.
It made me really homesick as I’m living in Utah now. As nice and beautiful as it is here, There’s really no place like home. Hope you enjoyed your visit to my beautiful home state. Best wishes and safe travels.
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jerrileonard858
I enjoyed your video. I lived in Lake Charles and have ancestral roots deep in Louisiana. I giggled at your mispronounciations, because my husband is the same. I am always correcting him. If you want an interesting place to film, may I suggest Cameron Parish They still have not fixed much after the last round of hurricanes. We were there last Sunday and Monday. It's very beautiful, even in its devestation. Thank you for the videos, we watch them when we can.
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I enjoyed your video. I lived in Lake Charles and have ancestral roots deep in Louisiana. I giggled at your mispronounciations, because my husband is the same. I am always correcting him. If you want an interesting place to film, may I suggest Cameron Parish They still have not fixed much after the last round of hurricanes. We were there last Sunday and Monday. It's very beautiful, even in its devestation. Thank you for the videos, we watch them when we can.
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susanhoffpauir7430
You keep commenting on traffic and you mention a lot of bars. it is called tourism. and a lot of people come in to town to work (my son works at Tabasco and commutes 1 hour. In regards to tourism just about every city has a festival for New Iberia you have Spanish festival, sugar cane festival and of course Mardi Gras not to mention all the people the go just to see the Tabasco plant.
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You keep commenting on traffic and you mention a lot of bars. it is called tourism. and a lot of people come in to town to work (my son works at Tabasco and commutes 1 hour. In regards to tourism just about every city has a festival for New Iberia you have Spanish festival, sugar cane festival and of course Mardi Gras not to mention all the people the go just to see the Tabasco plant.
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nighthiker8872
Each fall, after harvesting the SUGARCRANE, they burn the fields, far south on HWY-90. The air SMELL'S SWEET. This creates RICH SOIL, mostly everything far south of I-10 is sugarcane. NOT just the cost-of-living matters, but is it quiet, clean air and water CLEAN. GATORS are no problem, it's the JUMPING snakes. Your BEST BET is to stop at any REST AREA travel centers for information.
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Each fall, after harvesting the SUGARCRANE, they burn the fields, far south on HWY-90. The air SMELL'S SWEET. This creates RICH SOIL, mostly everything far south of I-10 is sugarcane. NOT just the cost-of-living matters, but is it quiet, clean air and water CLEAN. GATORS are no problem, it's the JUMPING snakes. Your BEST BET is to stop at any REST AREA travel centers for information.
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tchris2good337
From new Iberia and still live here. Not too bad just our winters are summers, lot of old buildings and historical houses on main st. Now I wouldn't really say our crime rates are bad but they're not good. There's at least a killing or shooting almost everyday. The trailer with the camper in Avery island, crackles me up everytime I got fishing back theremuch love stay safe y'all 2
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From new Iberia and still live here. Not too bad just our winters are summers, lot of old buildings and historical houses on main st. Now I wouldn't really say our crime rates are bad but they're not good. There's at least a killing or shooting almost everyday. The trailer with the camper in Avery island, crackles me up everytime I got fishing back theremuch love stay safe y'all 2
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markspangler8573
Toured that plant years ago. Very interesting. Also toured Twin Oaks ) plantation nearby. It had so many fleas or mites in it our legs were eaten up before we got out. Although my favorite (humorous) part of the trip was a gas station with a huge sign that said Free shower with fill-up.
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Toured that plant years ago. Very interesting. Also toured Twin Oaks ) plantation nearby. It had so many fleas or mites in it our legs were eaten up before we got out. Although my favorite (humorous) part of the trip was a gas station with a huge sign that said Free shower with fill-up.
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loganlouviere4232
Pretty darn cool being a resident of new Iberia to see people interested in our culture happen to see you made your way to napoleons all those signs on the wall with names on them are people who have had all of the 217 different beers they serve loved the content
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Pretty darn cool being a resident of new Iberia to see people interested in our culture happen to see you made your way to napoleons all those signs on the wall with names on them are people who have had all of the 217 different beers they serve loved the content
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joseleswopes1400
Maybe you should have used your Tabasco Sauce on the Frog legs. I personally like Gator better with a Spicy Dipping Sauce. I've fixed it at home, I love the Tail. I cut it into chunk's and batter fry it and make a Spicy Dipping Sauce
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Maybe you should have used your Tabasco Sauce on the Frog legs. I personally like Gator better with a Spicy Dipping Sauce. I've fixed it at home, I love the Tail. I cut it into chunk's and batter fry it and make a Spicy Dipping Sauce
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christianwolf68
i was born and raised in New Iberia. when i was young there were things for the youth to do. now it has become a town for corrupt police and a retirement place for those who should move to Florida to be with the rest of the elderly
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i was born and raised in New Iberia. when i was young there were things for the youth to do. now it has become a town for corrupt police and a retirement place for those who should move to Florida to be with the rest of the elderly
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KatherineTheGr8t
Not fond of Nicole, however really enjoyed your commentary of what we were seeing. Too bad we didn't get to see beginning to end of the Tabasco cannery. didn't know there were 8 flavors I've only tried 3. Again, thanks Lord!
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Not fond of Nicole, however really enjoyed your commentary of what we were seeing. Too bad we didn't get to see beginning to end of the Tabasco cannery. didn't know there were 8 flavors I've only tried 3. Again, thanks Lord!
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Monsterdrool
I believe the bamboo stuff used to be all over the southeastern us, They were called Cane breaks and they were a type of Giant grass environment. One of the only types of bamboo native to the U. S. called Arundinaria gigantea.
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I believe the bamboo stuff used to be all over the southeastern us, They were called Cane breaks and they were a type of Giant grass environment. One of the only types of bamboo native to the U. S. called Arundinaria gigantea.
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usa-by-car
I remember they used to put the little bottles of McIlhenny Tabasco in my MRE packages in the Army. I am curious whether or not the factory itself is still in the family. Maybe this is why the house sits there closed
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I remember they used to put the little bottles of McIlhenny Tabasco in my MRE packages in the Army. I am curious whether or not the factory itself is still in the family. Maybe this is why the house sits there closed
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ebrena1876
Joe is a typical man Nicole they don't listen to what you say, they hear what they want. It is interesting how they make it. But when you asked what flavor the small bottle was he guessed. I watch your video's
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Joe is a typical man Nicole they don't listen to what you say, they hear what they want. It is interesting how they make it. But when you asked what flavor the small bottle was he guessed. I watch your video's
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lsk-nf7um
Lived there in the early 90s when I worked for Global divers. It’s a nice little town or it was back then yes they make tabasco sauce or Avery Island does they have a lot of sugarcane there, too.
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Lived there in the early 90s when I worked for Global divers. It’s a nice little town or it was back then yes they make tabasco sauce or Avery Island does they have a lot of sugarcane there, too.
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lilliedavis8410
Seems like your wife would rather be any other place than touring with you. I noticed that on every vid I've watched. leave her home. the vids might be more interesting if you did
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Seems like your wife would rather be any other place than touring with you. I noticed that on every vid I've watched. leave her home. the vids might be more interesting if you did
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nighthiker8872
Franklin, where people still speak France, check out Morgan City grave cemetery keep your boots on, Houma is a great town city, check out homes. Wear boots to be safe from snakes.
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Franklin, where people still speak France, check out Morgan City grave cemetery keep your boots on, Houma is a great town city, check out homes. Wear boots to be safe from snakes.
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WhittyPics
If you want to see gators go to Wilmington. That place is crawling with Gators. Don't get too close to those Gators. If they drag you in the water you don't stand a chance.
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If you want to see gators go to Wilmington. That place is crawling with Gators. Don't get too close to those Gators. If they drag you in the water you don't stand a chance.
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usa-by-car
I live in rural Kentucky but 3 miles from town walmart and everything and I pay 350. For a 3 bedroom one bath. Lol. Yeah I lucked out big time and it sits on 22 acres
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I live in rural Kentucky but 3 miles from town walmart and everything and I pay 350. For a 3 bedroom one bath. Lol. Yeah I lucked out big time and it sits on 22 acres
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leec1441
You may enjoy Cocodrie/pronounce Co’k Co dree, French for crocodileso there was either both reptiles here at one time or they mistook an alligator for a crocodile.
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You may enjoy Cocodrie/pronounce Co’k Co dree, French for crocodileso there was either both reptiles here at one time or they mistook an alligator for a crocodile.
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kajun4213
Houma - sounds like Hoe ma. I actually live in New Iberia. It's a great little town. Jane's Seafood is the place to eat. Be prepared to wait. It's always packed.
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Houma - sounds like Hoe ma. I actually live in New Iberia. It's a great little town. Jane's Seafood is the place to eat. Be prepared to wait. It's always packed.
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Lisa-rqt
i lived on the island where the salt mine. My dad worked on the salt mine for many years. It is sad that they closed it down. The river is Bayou Teche.
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i lived on the island where the salt mine. My dad worked on the salt mine for many years. It is sad that they closed it down. The river is Bayou Teche.
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cmitchellmaed1955
Yall would have taken that left on Hopkins St. You would have seen why the cost of living was so cheap and all 2. Whatever percent crime rate!
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Yall would have taken that left on Hopkins St. You would have seen why the cost of living was so cheap and all 2. Whatever percent crime rate!
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PremiumUp
Hopefully the cook that made your frogs legs will take your suggestions with the seasoning of the flour. Frog legs are closer to rabbit than chicken.
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Hopefully the cook that made your frogs legs will take your suggestions with the seasoning of the flour. Frog legs are closer to rabbit than chicken.
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xotiic1716
Bro just strolled by my whole life man. every where he’s been I been and it’s like yo I seen all that my family worked I. That factory too
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Bro just strolled by my whole life man. every where he’s been I been and it’s like yo I seen all that my family worked I. That factory too
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BirgitLindvig
You did not comment on how many bottles per day they produce. Is 750, 000 a day correct I think that is what i heard when I was there.
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You did not comment on how many bottles per day they produce. Is 750, 000 a day correct I think that is what i heard when I was there.
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benjaminpadgett7
I miss living down there. If you find yourself by Houma go eat at Boudreaux and Thibodauxs(if they still there. Super Good eatin!
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I miss living down there. If you find yourself by Houma go eat at Boudreaux and Thibodauxs(if they still there. Super Good eatin!
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williamfitts3893
I lived there as a child, my aunt had a bar named daisy's place I think, does anyone have a memory of it, I would love a picture.
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I lived there as a child, my aunt had a bar named daisy's place I think, does anyone have a memory of it, I would love a picture.
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mheyk01
Place looks like Florida. You can always tell that people are from out of state when they cant recognize bamboo. Thanks for the laugh!
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Place looks like Florida. You can always tell that people are from out of state when they cant recognize bamboo. Thanks for the laugh!
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victoriaojeda767
Those people that work in the Tabasco factory can just walk to work! Don't need a car to get there. How convenient is that!
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Those people that work in the Tabasco factory can just walk to work! Don't need a car to get there. How convenient is that!
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craigbrowning9448
Basically speaking, the difference between Louisiana and Mexican Hot Sauce is the Louisiana version has Vinegar in it.
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Basically speaking, the difference between Louisiana and Mexican Hot Sauce is the Louisiana version has Vinegar in it.
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usa-by-car
Went to Avery island long time also the Tabasco was closed. Their curio store was open, bought some Tabasco seeds.
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Went to Avery island long time also the Tabasco was closed. Their curio store was open, bought some Tabasco seeds.
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