“YOU GOTTA TRY THE PO’BOY, Y’ALL,” announces our guide Craig Shilow, gesturing toward Poor Boy Lloyd’s, an institution in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, since the 1960s, located just a block off the Mississippi River on historic Lafayette Street. The iconic sandwich is slathered with mayo and stuffed to bursting with crispy fried catfish, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles.
Baton Rouge is just one of many flavorful stops along a Viking cruise through the American South. On board, the ship’s pale wood paneling, minimalist lines, and soft Scandi tones evoke a serene Nordic sensibility. But every time we dock, the South comes roaring in, boisterous, joyful, and delicious.
The region’s culinary traditions serve as a bridge between cultures. Each stop finds its way into the ship’s dining room, where the menu mirrors…
