Wayne Toups Headlines Cracklin’ Cook-Off In Lake Charles This Weekend

Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM] - Got plans this weekend? If you do, then cancel them because the cookoffs of all cookoffs are taking place in Lake Charles on Saturday. We think this is the first time that a cracklin cookoff has ever come to Lake Charles.

Cooks from across the region will fire up their pots, bring out their secret seasonings, and go head-to-head in a sizzling showdown dedicated to one of Louisiana’s most beloved snacks.

We thought it would be funny to ask ChatGPT to explain to us what a Cracklin from Louisiana is, so we could see its response. Here's what it said.

In Louisiana, a cracklin (often spelled crackling) is a crispy, seasoned piece of deep-fried pork fat with skin attached. It’s a beloved snack across South Louisiana and a staple of Cajun country gas stations, meat markets, and specialty shops.

Not bad ChatGPT. Are you ready to eat some yet? Here are the details and timeline you need to know about this weekend's cookoff.

• The event will take place at Jellystone RV Park and Resort in Lake Charles
• Registration starts at 9:00 am
• Cooking begins at 11:00 am
• Turn in food at 3:30 pm
• Judging will take place starting at 4:00 pm
• Wayne Toups performs live at 7:00 pm under the pavilion

So pack up your RV, rent a cabin, or just pay at the gate this Saturday and get ready for some down-home Cajun cookin, live Cajun Music, and a bunch of Louisiana fun at Jellystone RV park and resort in Lake Charles.