Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown S11E07 - Cajun Mardi Gras

Episode Overview

In this vibrant exploration of Louisiana's Cajun heritage, featuring lively Zydeco rhythms and a delicious crawfish feast, Bourdain ventures beyond the usual festivities to uncover the unique Mardi Gras customs rooted in the region's medieval French past. Sporting a conical hat, mask, and a brightly adorned costume, he immerses himself in the all-day Courir de Mardi Gras in Mamou. Culinary highlights include a homemade meal in Grand Coteau, a lunch shared with Creole cowboys at Laura’s 2 in Lafayette, and indulging in boudin and cracklings at Billy’s in Opelousas.

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