# Hearty Mardi Gras Gumbos Uno Pizzeria & Grill is Celebrating Mardi Gras with a New Big Easy Gumbo By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2024-02-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-easy-gumbo References: [pizzamarketplace](https://www.pizzamarketplace.com/news/uno-pizzeria-grill-releases-mardi-gras-inspired-lto-menu/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/unopizzeriaandgrill/reel/C20d-3tu_-y/)  [Uno Pizzeria & Grill](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizzeria-cocktails) is helping consumers celebrate Mardi Gras this year by serving up a wide array of New Orleans and Mardi Gras-inspired dishes, including the standout 'Big Easy Gumbo.' Inspired by one of Louisiana's most beloved dishes, the Big Easy Gumbo is a warm and comforting dish that's perfect for Mardi Gras season. The new gumbo consists of flavorful chicken, shrimp, and [andouille sausage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andouille-smoked-sausage) gumbo loaded with rice, vegetables, and classic Cajun seasoning. Alongside the new gumbo, Uno Pizzeria is also serving up other festive dishes like the new Cheesy Grits and Shrimp Appetizer, [New Orleans Pasta](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cajuninspired-spring-menu), Cajun Ribeye and Grilled Shrimp, Jambalaya Deep Dish Pizza, and more. As Erik Frederick, CEO of Uno Pizzeria & Grill, said in a recent press release, "We want to give our guests menu options that are a bit different than what you would normally see at UNOs, or any other restaurants for that matter. All of these items really kick up the flavor and spice a few notches." The new Mardi Gras menu is available now through April 2024. Image Credit: Uno Pizzeria & Grill ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 21% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **New Orleans-inspired Dishes:** Uno Pizzeria & Grill is celebrating Mardi Gras with a wide array of New Orleans and Mardi Gras-inspired dishes, offering a unique and vibrant culinary experience. - **Comforting Gumbo:** The introduction of Uno Pizzeria's 'Big Easy Gumbo' showcases the popularity of hearty and comforting dishes during the Mardi Gras season. - **Flavorful Cajun Cuisine:** The incorporation of traditional Cajun seasoning in Uno Pizzeria's menu items highlights the demand for bold and flavorful Cajun cuisine. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Restaurant Industry:** The Mardi Gras-inspired menu from Uno Pizzeria & Grill presents an opportunity for restaurants to explore seasonal offerings that add excitement and variety to their menus. - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The introduction of New Orleans-inspired dishes, such as the 'Big Easy Gumbo,' creates a potential for innovative product development and menu diversification within the food and beverage industry. - **Culinary Tourism Industry:** Uno Pizzeria's Mardi Gras menu can attract culinary tourists seeking authentic New Orleans-inspired flavors, contributing to the growth of the culinary tourism industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [New Orleans-Honoring Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/applebees-big-easy-menu.md) - [Mardi Gras Catering Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jasons-deli-mardi-gras-package.md) - [Carnival-Themed Brunch Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-orleansstyle-brunch.md) - [Cajun-Style Seafood Platters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bayou-platter.md) - [Celebratory Mardi Gras Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mardi-gras-bakery-specials.md) - [Stuffed Pizza Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andouille-sausage-pizza-rolls.md) - [Celebratory Mardi Gras Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gigis-cupcakes.md) - [Rib-Focused Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razzoos-cajun-cafe.md) - [Superbowl Restaurant Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tailgatetogeaux.md)