From their humble beginnings in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, Mulate’s: The Original Cajun Restaurant has welcomed guests from all over the world. Their vibrant atmosphere, live Zydeco music, and classic Cajun cooking are captured in this unique collection of 105 of their signature recipes. Dishes include Mulate’s Crabmeat Stuffing, Catfish Jambalaya, Crawfish Bisque, and Lemon Ice Box Pie. Learn the secrets to the success of this multi-generational family-run business as they share easy to follow directions and special sections on hosting crawfish boils, brunch, game day parties—and more. You’ll be ready to host a proper “fais-do-do” just like those who do it best!
Born in the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun Country, Monique Boutté Christina is the daughter of Mulate’s founder Kerry Boutté. Christina learned every position before taking over the family business. Her daughter, Renée Grace Christina, is a member of the Class of 2021 at the Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans. Renée interviewed her grandfather, a font of family and restaurant history, before writing the foreword.