Experience Ruston Blog

Gameday Recipes

Football season is here and fans are ready to set up their tailgates and cheer on the Bulldogs and the Tigers. Everyone knows that great friends, food, and drinks are key to a successful tailgate, so you’re your crew and try out some of these easy and delicious game day recipes! We have a recipe for Cream Cheese Sausage Balls, which are great for an early day game, as well as a re [...]

5 Things To Do in Ruston This Summer

When the summer temperatures are in the upper 90's (and breaking 100 degrees!), you know it's summertime in Louisiana. Summer in Ruston is a great time to slow down, relax, and enjoy the charm of this small college town. While the summer months bring in a more relaxed atmosphere, there are still plenty of fun things to do and enjoy in the area!  1. Try peach ice cream from the [...]

Breakfast Stops in Ruston

Grown and Grazed
The people, food, and location of Grown and Grazed are as local as it gets. Their breakfast includes a Louisiana sweet potato hash, homemade buttermilk biscuits with whole milk gravy, breakfast pot pie, local farm eggs, house-made pork sausage patties, and thick-cut bacon. Their lunch menu is ever-changing with dishes made from only locally produced ingredients, guest chefs, and new experiences with each visit. Grown and Grazed is set up at 93 E Railroad Avenue, on the edge of historic downtown Ruston.

Ruston has its share of great restaurants, and we're happy to see so many taking the most important meal of the day seriously! Whether you’re seeking true breakfast or a brunch hotspot, we've prepared of list of go-to's. The Bistro at Courtyard by MarriottNot to be [...]

Visitors Guide to the Louisiana Peach Festival

Louisiana Peach Festival 2018 is upon us! You don’t want to miss a single thing during this fun-filled event. This year, celebrate Ruston’s “Peachy Paradise” with a variety of activities and entertainment. Some festival favorites are returning, but there will be new activities in store for attendees. Check out our guide below and let us know what you’re l [...]

10 Best Mural Photos

Consider the town painted! Ruston, LA is now covered in more murals than ever. Ruston residents and visitors alike have vibrant and exciting backdrops for photos all around the city! Enjoy this collection of our 10 favorite mural photos to date and the latest addition to the #RustonArts collection. [...]