Mike Smith grew up in Louisiana, learning a few of his culinary techniques under the guidance of famed Cajun cook Justin Wilson as well as a number of true Cajun families with names such as Peltier, Robichaux and Thibodaux. Now, you can find some of his down-home favorites, as well as his smoking good ‘cue, at Fat Mike’s BBQ and More, 9070 Highway 58 at the corner of Mahan Gap Road.
You can come in for a sample of his etouffee, gumbo and other dishes to help you make up your mind before you place your order. One customer favorite is Fat Mike’s Cajun Catfish, crispy, fried catfish filets served on a bed of rice and covered with crawfish etouffee.
“It’s what south Cajun people would call their comfort food,” Smith said. “It’s not only an unbelievably flavorful dish, it’s a beautiful presentation, too,” Smith added.
“People just love it and when they see it, they say they can’t eat the whole thing, but they do. And they’re glad they did.”
Contact Anne Braly at abraly@timesfreepress.com or 423-757-6285.