You Know You’re From Louisiana When These 7 Things Feel Totally Normal

Let’s be real—there’s just something different about folks from Louisiana. It’s not just the way we talk (although, yes, “making groceries” is a real thing), it’s the way we live, eat, dance, and give directions using landmarks that don’t even exist anymore. We’ve got a culture so rich and flavorful, it makes our gumbo look bland. And speaking of gumbo, don’t you dare bring up adding tomatoes unless you’re ready to start a family feud.

So in honor of our spicy, soulful, and slightly chaotic way of life, we put together a list of “You Might Be from Louisiana If…” moments that hit way too close to home. From hot sauce in your purse to second-lining in a parking lot, this one’s for all the locals who know that Mardi Gras is a season, crawfish is a personality trait, and the best directions always involve a chicken place that closed down in 2004.

1. You keep a bottle of hot sauce in your purse like it’s lip gloss.”

2. You use your cousin's directions like: Turn where the old Popeyes used to be.

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3. You judge people based on how they make their gumbo.

4. You know it’s serious when Mawmaw takes off her slipper.

5. You cancel plans when someone’s making a pot of gumbo.

6. You’ve danced to Zydeco in a parking lot at least once.

7. If… your purse has more spice than your kitchen!