One of their main national dishes for New Orleans residents is rich Gumbo soup, which can be cooked with various types of seafood. The most popular snacking option among locals is Po' boy sandwich prepared using a special kind of baguette. An essential component of local gastronomy is fish and seafood, which can be cooked in a variety of ways.
Étouffée is another rich soup available even in small restaurants. Boiled crayfish and fresh oysters have also become everyday food for locals. In many restaurants, you can try excellent crabs prepared according to chefs' signature recipe. To get acquainted with the peculiarities of regional gastronomy, it is not really necessary to visit expensive restaurants - just stroll through the local markets or visit the city during one of the festivals.
The locals' favorite and most popular dishes are grilled on the streets and markets where parties and carnivals are usually held. Delicious fish, chickens, various seafood, and sausages are cooked on the grill. Such dishes are not expensive at all so an ordinary walk along the city streets can turn into a fascinating gastronomic tour.
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