Since Opelousas native Paul Prudhomme blackened his first redfish several years ago, the interest in Cajun food and music has garnered world attention. The interest in the music and dancing has grown in geometric proportions since then. Cajun music festivals are now held annually in Rhode Island and San Francisco, and bands are traveling to venues in Russia, Japan and throughout Europe. Who would've dreamed that the Cajun culture would gain such widespread appeal in such a short time?

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