Joanne and Seth

There are block parties and then, there are beach block parties.

Mardi Gras in Breezy Point is none of the above.  It is an experience propelled by ocean breezes, big open skies, a parade and decorated beach walks dotted with partying locals on their porches and patios.  Local pride runs fierce and family driven.  Life moves at the speed of surf and single speed beach cruisers along the promenade except if you stop at the Sugar Bowl for a drink.

This time, Seth and I rode past the Mardi Gras madness and stopped by Joanne’s house.  From her lovely porch you could see the prize banner awarded to her beach walk for Best Decorated Walk.  This is a big weekend in Breezy Point and just like most homes, Joanne’s was filled with kids, cousins, sisters and brothers who were here for a glorious Mardi Gras/Labor Day weekend at the beach.

the prize banner!

Allie and me

Don’t know why but there are certain dishes that people will start international wars over how to make them.  Chicken soup, brisket, ribs.  I have been sworn into secrecy by some folks who consider their rib recipe patent worthy.

Allie, however, is not meshuganah (Yiddish for crazy) about her recipe and she is willing to share.  We got to her house around dinner time and sat around with friends enjoying ribs Allie-style, good red wine and a lot of laughs.

Being a local on a Labor Day weekend is wonderful.  Where did you spend your holiday?

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