Like so many Louisiana dishes, the meat pie is a blend of various cultures, with its recipe evolving over the last 300+ years. Introduced in Louisiana in the 1700’s by Native Americans and later improved (spicedup)bytheSpanish. MeatpiesarefeaturedatannualeventsintheIsleBrevelle area and St. Augustine Catholic Church. The recipes are handed down from generation to generation. James Lasyone opened his Meat Pie Kitchen over 50 years ago, and it remains a popular place to enjoy the spicy, filled pastries. Meat pies originally were sold from home kitchens or from carts by street vendors. The Natchitoches Meat Pie Festival was formed in 2002 to celebrate our notable culinary staple. The Meat Pie Festival is operated by a group of volunteers and additional volunteers assist on the weekend of the event. The festival works very close with the Creole community, Fort St Jean Baptiste & the Caddo Adai tribe. Their involvement enhances our event and brings additional cultural layers to the event. The culinary history of Natchitoches Parish and the Creole community is a cultural legacy. Our festival works very close with many entities and their involvement enhances our event. Everyone can learn about the history of meat pies, enjoy the various meat pie recipes and the importance of culinary and musical history with local and regional entertainment in a positive, family friendly environment that is admission free.
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