Definition & Meaning of "envie"in English

What does "envie" mean in Louisiana Cajun English slang?

It is used in Louisiana, especially in Cajun and Creole communities, to describe a strong craving or desire to eat something specific, often a particular dish or food item. People typically say "I've got an envie for gumbo" or "She had an envie for crawfish étouffée." The term originated in 18th and 19th century Louisiana French, where "avoir envie de" means "to want" or "to crave," and English speaking Cajuns shortened and adopted it as a noun, remaining a regional marker of Louisiana food culture.