Few ingredients are as celebrated in Louisiana Cajun cuisine as the once-lowly, now exhalted crawfish. Known elsewhere as mudbugs, crayfish, crawdads, yabbies, or mini lobsters, they take on a starring role in everything from etouffee to jambalaya, from gumbo to bisque, and even in such preparations as enchiladas, crawfish pie, and savory king [...]
Is it a party without cake? While most kick off the New Year with fitness and health goals, others celebrate with a sweet dessert known as King Cake. King Cake is commonly associated with Epiphany, a Christian celebration that occurs at the beginning of January. In Louisiana, King Cake is eaten at the [...]
Celebrated as much for her infectious energy as her superb musicianship, Texas-born, Louisiana-raised pianist, songwriter and vocalist Marcia Ball is making her second appearance at Gator By the Bay. The 2018 Texas State Musician Of The Year and 2018 Austin City Limits Hall of Fame inductee has won worldwide fame and countless fans for her ability [...]
It may be said that there is nothing new under the sun, but at Gator By the Bay we beg to differ! This year, there is something new “under the tent” at the Taste of Lousiana pavilion! For the first time ever, seven local chefs specializing in Cajun and Creole cuisine will throw [...]
Louisiana is a vivacious culturally packed state whose flag has family and traditions woven into its fabric. That being said, Californians definitely know the value of family traditions as well as how to "pass a good time." That's why we, here at Gator by the Bay, humbly propose you and your family make [...]
We all know that Gator By The Bay is known for it’s killer musical acts, dancing, and family fun. That being said, we love, love, LOVE all of these attractions! However let’s be honest, one of the most important things happening at the Festival is… the FOOD! We have selected just a few that we [...]
A Different Festival Experience Have you noticed that most music festivals have become rather impersonal crowd scenes, and the only “contact” most of the audience has with the performing artists is to watch them on the Jumbotron? Heck, you might as well be watching on TV. Happily, Gator By the Bay gives you [...]
Chef Trahan’s winning creation was cracklin' crusted red snapper with pickled crawfish tails, buttermilk chili consomme, spring vegetables, burnt leek oil and bowfin caviar. As King, Ryan will represent the Louisiana Seafood Promotion Board, Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and Louisiana Travel in events across the country. It’s not often that a King [...]
In Cajun French, the phrase, "laissez les bon temps rouler" means to let the good times roll. In Louisiana, people "pass a good time" at the fais do do (an all-night party), at the parish fair (county fair), at the camp (vacation home), at the parades (Throw me something, Mister!) and [...]
The difference between Cajun vs Creole can be confusing for people outside (and some within) Louisiana. The people, culture, and food have very different histories but we can all agree that both groups have deliciously wonderful cultures. Still confused? Do not fear, we’re here to clear that up for you! Let’s [...]
