Are you a Locally Owned Restaurant? Sign up for EatLafayette 2011

The 2011 EatLafayette campaign is here and we are excited to once again showcase our locally owned restaurants. The campaign is intended to support the locally owned restaurants that make up the Lafayette dining scene.

This will be our seventh year for the EatLafayette campaign and we expect it to be bigger and better than ever. This year’s campaign will run from June 20 – August 15 in order to afford patrons ample opportunity to sample all of the dining experiences available in Lafayette. Last year’s participants received $40,000 worth of advertising and over $150,000 in promotional support in return for their investment. The more participation and support we receive for the campaign, the better overall program we can offer.

Early Registration Sign-up Cost - $250
(To get the Early Participation Sign-Up cost, you must submit all paperwork and payment by March 15)

Regular Registration Sign-up Cost - $300
(To be included in any part of the campaign, all paperwork and payment must be submitted by April 29)

Download a Registration Form for Participation in the 2011 EatLafayette campaign here. Complete, sign and return the form to LCVC by March 15 for early registration.

Here’s what you get:

- Inclusion in the extensive print, radio and television advertising campaign

- Year Round inclusion on the EatLafayette.com website and eNewsletter marketing (the email database has over 10,000 subscribers)

- Year Round promotion on Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, Urbanspoon, Blogger, and YouTube

- Inclusion in the EatLafayette brochure

- The opportunity to participate in Dine Around – a promotion sponsored by Townsquare Media

- The opportunity to participate in the Kick-Off Event (Date, Time and Place are TBD)

- Participation in a trip giveaway promotion

Love is in the Air for EatLafayette

Valentine's Day is almost here! Have you made your dinner reservations? Plan a romantic evening for you and your loved one with the help of our participating EatLafayette restaurants.

We have a variety of diverse cuisines to choose from to make your Valentine's dinner special. Couples can find a an intimate romantic scene at any of our White Linen restaurants. Or make it a more casual evening with dinner at any of the Barbecue, Cajun, Italian, or Mediterranean restaurants. Check out the entire list of participating EatLafayette restaurants to make your reservations today. Or give your date a taste of Acadiana with a gift card. Stop by any of the participating restaurants to pick one up. Planning a quiet evening at home with your Valentine? Let an EatLafayette restaurant do the cooking with a romantic dinner for two to-go!

As always, please follow EatLafayette on Facebook and Twitter. Look for upcoming specials at the participating EatLafayette restaurants. Checking in on foursquare? Make sure you check in each time you visit an EatLafayette restaurant, and share some tips about your favorite dishes!

Please continue to EatLafayette all year long! Supporting our local people and our local flavor enriches our culture and strengthens our community.

Resolve to EatLafayette this Year!

It's a new year and we are gearing up for EatLafayette 2011! Planning for this year's campaign is underway and we are excited to say that it will be bigger and more mouth-watering than ever!

The campaign doesn't officially begin until June, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't support our local restaurants all year long. Make a resolution to visit each of the EatLafayette participating restaurants this year. We have a handy list conveniently located on our website!

Planning a Superbowl party? Let an EatLafayette restaurant do the cooking! Several local restaurants offer family-size orders to go or catering for all events. Superbowl Sunday is February 6th; call to make your orders now, so you can sit back and enjoy the game then! Or bring the party to dinner! Many EatLafayette restaurants have televisions in the bar or right in your own booth, perfect for watching the game with friends!

Don't forget, Valentine's Day is right around the corner! Plan a romantic evening for you and your loved one at any of our White Linen restaurants. Call early for a reservation because these restaurants are sure to fill up quickly!

As always, please follow EatLafayette on Facebook and Twitter. We are posting daily specials and news about the participating EatLafayette restaurants every day! Checking in on foursquare? Make sure you check in each time you visit an EatLafayette restaurant, and share some tips about your favorite dishes!