Few People Know The Real Reason Behind Breaux Bridge Becoming The Crawfish Capital Of The World
By Jackie Ann|Published February 26, 2024
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Louisiana native and LSU Alum (Geaux Tigers!), Jackie has lived in Louisiana for over three decades and currently lives in New Orleans. She's been writing for OnlyInYourState since 2016 and can often be found with a coffee at her side, dreaming of her next adventure.
Early spring marks the beginning of a very specific season for Louisiana: crawfish season. Crawfish season is my favorite time of year. Since Louisiana is the largest harvester of crawfish in the country, we don’t have to go far to get a pound or two. While we all wait for crawfish prices to come down, let’s take a minute to learn how Breaux Bridge became the Crawfish Capital of the World.
It’s strange to think that it was less than 100 years ago that someone had the bright idea to put crawfish on a menu, and now here we are. Crawfish went from being a dishonorable dish to one of the most popular foods in Louisiana. And all thanks to Breaux Bridge, the Crawfish Capital of the World!
If this article made you hungry, how about a Cajun food tour?
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