It’s so hot, your body actually feels drained of water, energy, you name it! The last thing you’re thinking about is a big, steaming bowl of gumbo. But, the kick is, down Louisiana way and across the water in Africa, two of the hottest places on Earth, gumbo’s served year-round. Wanna a piece of what you’re missing by only succumbing to the craving during two seasons out of four? Then, head to the Gumbo Festival & Cook-Off! There’ll be up to 25 different varieties of gumbo to whet your appetite and appease your palette. It’s an all-day event full of food, fun, and live zydeco music, just across the border in balmy South Carolina. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $5-$10. Anne Springs Close Dairy Barn, 288 Dairy Barn Lane, Fort Mill, S.C. 803-548-7252. www.leroysprings.com.
This article appears in May 23-29, 2007.
