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Monday, July 17, 2017

Year Round Crawfish Supply Makes Crawfish Part of Every Houston Holiday Tradition



When many people think of craw fish, they picture a big get-together party on the beach as the perfect way of bringing summer to an end. While there is nothing wrong with a craw fish party, don't limit yourself to only a Labor Day event. A menu of craw fish has existed in many countries and cultures for thousands of years as a holiday tradition. By having year round crawfish in Houston available, you can plan your next holiday celebration regardless of the time of year.

Why Celebrate at the End of Summer?

We can thank the Finnish for making crayfish parties so popular at the end of summer. It all started in the 16th century when Finland started raising crawfish for food. The fresh river waters were perfect for these little shellfish, or jokirapu, to thrive. July 21 through the end of October was the noted crayfish, or rapukausi season. This celebration of the crayfish continues today, not only in Finland, but all around the world. Read more from this article: http://bit.ly/2wYAnrC

Thursday, July 13, 2017

The Rich and Tangled History of Crawfish in Houston, Texas



If the first city you think of when someone mentions crawfish is New Orleans, no one will blame you. But you might be surprised to learn about Houston's intimate relationship with the delicious little crustaceans.

The Crazy Frenchman

It's a love affair dating back to the early 1960s, when A.J. Judice Jr., the Crazy Frenchman, first introduced Louisiana-raised crawfish at his store in Port Arthur. Judice understood the importance of advertising, and his flamboyant personality served him well.

In 1963, as a way to promote his business, he began the beloved tradition of crawfish racing to Texas. Few would argue that Judice was the godfather of crawfish in Texas, and he was later appointed a Texas Crawfish Racing Commissioner by the state's governor. Read more from this article: http://bit.ly/2wYz9wB