Record #:

39446

Author(s):

McElwee, John

Abstract:

In a tradition dating back to the time of slavery, Blue Monday Shad Fry is and event conducted the day after Easter, when hundreds of shad are caught and cooked in honor of springtime.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 60 Issue 1 and 2, Fall/Summer 2013, p15-19 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Community Traditions Award--NC Folklore Journal; Foodways; Festivals--Food; Fish as food; Traditional food