This year, Fat Tuesday will be celebrated on February 25^th. With this holiday right around the corner, it’s time to start planning a fun outing to a local restaurant, like Buzzard Billy's. This mainstay, located in Lincoln, NE, features authentic Cajun food and a lively atmosphere it’s tough to find outside of New Orleans. Here’s some backstory on Fat Tuesday and some culinary traditions you can embrace at Buzzard Billy’s. 

What Is Fat Tuesday?

Fat Tuesday, also known as Mardi Gras, is the traditional name for the day before Lent or Ash Wednesday. Each year, Fat Tuesday occurs 47 days before Easter. This occasion is a celebration that includes indulging in rich and fatty foods before Lent, a time of fasting or giving up certain foods or vices, until Easter arrives. Nowadays, Mardi Gras is often synonymous with New Orleans as the town fills with carnivals, parades, feasts, and colorful celebrations. 

What Foods & Traditions Should You Try?

With deep roots in New Orleans, indulging in Cajun food at your favorite restaurant is a must. A po’boy sandwich with fried catfish or shrimp and a rich remoulade sauce is a delicious way to celebrate the occasion and satisfy your appetite.

Other tasty morsels to try include deep-fried beignets dusted in powdered sugar, seafood gumbo, catfish platters, hush puppies, and red beans and rice. To maximize your celebration, consider baking or buying a traditional King Cake made of sweet brioche dough and a sugary glaze. The cake will have a small figurine or “fève” hidden inside. Whoever gets this little figure in their slice earns special privileges for the day!

Come Celebrate Fat Tuesday at Buzzard Billy’s!

Whether you’re looking to celebrate Fat Tuesday with authentic Cajun food and bar specials or you just want a tasty meal and beverage before heading off to the KISS concert at nearby Pinnacle Bank Arena, Buzzard Billy’s is the perfect destination for an unforgettable evening. To learn more about their holiday specials, call today at (402) 475-8822 and connect with their friendly restaurant host. For more information on their menu and their lively lounge area, visit their website.