The term “Cajun” has a long and interesting origin. That is to say, these French settlers originated in Arcadia, a French colony in Canada. Who eventually ended up in Louisiana as part of a huge migration due to the extermination attempt of the population, which was a welcoming mix of the French and the American Indigenous population. In contrast, Louisiana Creole is a mixture of these people and the American Indigenous of the south, the West Africans, and the Spanish. For more fascinating history about the word “Creole,” check out my Papaya Rum Coconut Nice CREAMi recipe blog post.