Let the Good Times Roll
Gumbo, king cakes, beignets, shrimp creole, po’ boys. There are several restaurants and events around town to make plans for Fat Tuesday to honor the New Orleans traditions. According to history.com the celebration of Mardi Gras “Fat Tuesday” takes place during ‘the days leading up to Lent, merrymakers would binge on all the meat, eggs, milk and cheese that remained in their homes, preparing for several weeks of eating only fish and fasting.’
For those of you who have attempted to have a “dry January” or started new diets and workout routines, this festival comes at just the right time to give yourself a break. We all deserve a reason to have a great time and what better way than to celebrate Fat Tuesday with friends at some of these restaurants. We have put together a list of places to celebrate New Orleans style cuisine and a few events to keep your eye on.
Charlotte
Cajun Queen | Elizabeth
Crawfish Scampi, Seafood Gumbo, Cajun Popcorn, Creole, Étouffée, or Diane selections, and live Jazz 7 days a week
Wu’s Cajun Seafood | SouthEnd
Gater Balls, Gumbo, Crab Roll, Jerk Calamari Po’boy
Boudreaux’s | NoDa
Po’boys, Bayou Burger, New Orleans Cheesesteak, Crab Cake Croissant, Smothered Po’boy
Surrounding Areas
Razzoo’s Cajun Cafe | Concord
Fried Gator Tail, Cajun Fondue, Crawfish Popcorn, Cajun Combo Skillet, Cajun Fried Steak, Étouffée, Jambalaya Pasta
Cajun Yard Dog | Fort Mill and Charlotte {Arboretum}
Crawfish Creole, Chicken Jambalaya, Shrimp & Andouille Pasta Blackened Meatloaf, Catfish Bites, Shrimp Étouffée
Desserts
Suarez Bakery ~ King Cake | available only by pre-order within 48 hours
Cajun Queen ~ Beignets
Cafe Monte ~ Beignets
300 East ~ Beignets
Wu’s Cajun Seafood ~ Beignets
The Bakery Shoppe {Huntersville} ~ King Cake | unique options like the original cinnamon filled, topped with cheese, apples or lemon
Events
7th Annual Charlotte Mardi Gras Parade of Beads Celebration 02-10-18
Admission to multiple bars at the Epicenter
Rooftop 210 | Uptown Charlotte
Mardi Gras Glow Up Silent Party 02-13-18
Silent dance party with three different DJ’s
The Press Box Bar & Grill | Charlotte
Mardi Crawl 02-10-18
Drink specials and entry to 6 different bars uptown
Flight Beer Garden & Music Hall | Uptown Charlotte
Let the Good Times Roll Seafood Bash 02-10-18
Multiple plate options with beer, wine or cider pairings
Three Spirits Brewery | Charlotte
A Taste of New Orleans Mardi Gras Celebration 02-09 through 02-13
6 course dinner & cocktail pairing
Wu’s Cajun Seafood | SouthEnd
Laissez les bon temps rouler ~ Let the good times rollÂ
While you’re at it, go ahead and mark March 5th 2019 on your calendar for next year’s celebrations!
Written by Jessica Moore | @finickylady
