Big Easy Foods

Big Easy Foods of Louisiana is a specialty food manufacturer and processor based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, dedicated to bringing authentic Southwest Louisiana flavors to consumers across the United States and worldwide. Originally founded under the name French Market Foods, the company has grown over more than a decade from a two-product operation into a full-line producer of over 30 Louisiana-inspired food products. The company operates a state-of-the-art 15,000 square foot USDA-certified processing facility on Ryan Street in Lake Charles, providing the infrastructure to support a diverse and expanding product portfolio. Big Easy Foods' core product lines include traditional Louisiana staples such as sausage and boudin, as well as its signature completely boneless stuffed and seasoned chicken — a product that helped establish the brand's regional and national reputation. The company expanded further into seafood through the strategic acquisition of one of the premier domestic shrimp processors on the Gulf Coast, which led to the launch of the Big Easy branded shrimp line and the Gulf Island Shrimp and Seafood product line. These seafood offerings feature Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp and have gained broad distribution from coast to coast. Beyond its flagship proteins, the company offers a variety of Louisiana-inspired entrees and appetizers, including Jalapeno Poppers and other ready-to-cook and prepared food items. Big Easy Foods distributes its products through retail stores nationwide, making authentic Louisiana cuisine accessible to a wide consumer base. The company also operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce channel, offering nationwide shipping of its products through a cold delivery platform, enabling customers across the country to receive perishable items fresh. Managed by partners Larry Avery and Mark Abraham, Big Easy Foods has built its brand on a foundation of quality, authenticity, and deep cultural ties to Louisiana's culinary heritage. The company appeals to consumers seeking regional American flavors, premium proteins, and convenient meal solutions rooted in Cajun and Creole traditions.