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 [...]
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 [...]
As the Gator by the Bay festival approaches, we wanted to share our special "Ode to Louisiana Cuisine" with you. We look forward to sharing in all of these wonderful delights with you Mother's Day weekend! Ode to Louisiana Cuisine Louisiana, you’re one of a kind. Your cuisine is the first thing that [...]
