Acadiana’s ‘Must Have’ Hurricane Snacks

South Louisiana never wishes for a large tropical storm or hurricane to make landfall, but if they do, we are definitely pros at making the best of it.

Food is always at the center of everything we do in South Louisiana, and we rely on comfort food to get us through the good and bad times. Here is a list of what South Louisiana folks are stocking up on for Tropical Storm Francine. The top three categories are Salty, Sweet, and Adult beverages, nor surprise there.

Acadiana's 'Must Have' Hurricane Snacks

Salty Snacks

• Boudin
• Canned Ravioli
• Cheese Dip Fixins'- Rotel & Velveta, Tositos Chips
• Popcorn
• Vienna Sausage
• Chicken Salad
• Rice and gravy
• Gumbo

Sweet Snacks

• Little Debbie Snacks
• Bluebell Ice Cream
• Powdered Donuts
• Milk Duds
• Hi-Chews
• Oreos
• Canned Fruit, Fruit Cups

Adult Beverages

• Wine
• Bourbon
• Whiskey
• Coors Light Beer
• Red Bull
• Tequila
• Bottled Water and Ibuprofen (Thank us later)

One of our listeners, Michelle Shealy, shared this meme in our comment section, that is a hilarious, friendly reminder. "If you don't stop eating all the hurricane snacks, you won't fit into the little helicopter rescue basket".

On a serious note, preparing for Tropical Storm Francine is vital. Being prepared does not meaning buying every case of water at your local grocery store, but it does mean grabbing a few things in case stores close for the storm.

The beauty of living in South Louisiana is your are surrounded by good people who would be more than willing to help out their neighbors or spare a couple bottles of water.

Remember to be extra kind to your cashiers and grocery store employees while stocking up for Tropical Storm Francine.