Dec 16, 2024 · Hosting a Mardi Gras crawfish boil is the best way to celebrate the holiday! Check the Boil Boss blog for tips on planning your Fat Tuesday crawfish boil.

Jan 29, 2024 · As the vibrant colors of Mardi Gras parade through the streets of Jefferson Parish, another beloved tradition simmers to life in countless backyards during the holiday: boiling crawfish. This Cajun delicacy isn't just about indulging in succulent shellfish; it's a cherished ritual that brings families together in celebration of culture ...

Feb 25, 2020 · Chef Michael Gulotta is stopping by the TODAY kitchen to celebrate Mardi Gras with a recipe that's perfect for a big crowd. He shows us how to put together a Louisiana-style crawfish boil...

Feb 16, 2024 · A crustacean similar to shrimp, crawfish resembles tiny lobsters and has become a Mardi Gras tradition for many. The crustacean is served in a gumbo-style dish called crawfish étouffée, which features the seafood combined with peppers, onions, and rice.

4 days ago · Crawfish is as integral to the Mardi Gras tradition as the beads you’ll be wearing. It’s a festive outdoor feast featuring boiled crawfish, corn on the cob, potatoes and sausage. To make it, start with a flavorful pot of boiling water seasoned with bay leaves, garlic, liquid shrimp and crab boil seasoning, as well as a generous pinch of ...

6 days ago · It’s the perfect dinner to celebrate Mardi Gras with. Get The Recipe: Crawfish Fettucine. Akara (Black Eyed Peas Fritters) Akara (Black Eyed Peas Fritters). Photo Credit: Food Plus Words. Black eyed peas mix with onions, peppers, and a some seasonings get fried to create a fun snack or appetizer you can serve with your Mardi Gras spread.

Jan 19, 2023 · To satiate your tastebuds and fill your bellies, here is a guide to finding the best mudbugs in Lafayette and the greater Acadiana area too! Now go get your crawfish on, but save some for me! Buck’s offers boiled and live crawfish, as well as catering services. A family owned favorite and straight from the ponds, you have to try it today!

Feb 24, 2022 · Here are five local spots to enjoy crawfish for Mardi Gras. The Galley Seafood is easily worth driving out to Metairie for. Best known for their Soft-Shell Crab Po-Boys, the restaurant also offers great crawfish dishes to enjoy. From crawfish etouffee and crawfish hushpuppies to crawfish pies and a crawfish po-boy, there's plenty to choose from.

4 days ago · In and around the prairie towns of Mamou, Eunice, and Church Point, northwest of Lafayette, the local folks participate in the “running of Mardi Gras.” This is unlike any other Mardi Gras celebration in the state and, well, probably in the world.

Plan your next adventure into the heart of Louisiana’s Bayou Country to experience the enchanting swamps of the South, the festive energy of Mardi Gras and the rich culinary traditions of crawfish cuisine.