Buzz Down to Audubon Insectarium to Celebrate Chocolate Covered Insect Day Friday, October 14!

(New Orleans, La.)– "Momma always said life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get."  On Friday, October 14, visitors to Audubon Insectarium will enjoy sugary surprises created by Executive Bug Chefs to celebrate Chocolate Covered Insect Day. Guests will be able to dip edible critters in a fountain overflowing with rich melted chocolate.

“We’re happy we can offer this unique opportunity to guests,” said Audubon Insectarium Director of Animals and Visitor Programs Jayme Necaise. “People may not realize this, but the FDA allows 60 or more microscopic insect fragments for each 100 grams of chocolate – so it’s not a huge leap to just go ahead and add the whole bug! Besides, bugs are good for you – they are surprisingly nutritious and a major food source for many people across the globe.”

Bug Appétit is located in the back of Tiny Termite Café at Audubon Insectarium. It offers visitors a chance to taste insect cuisine in many forms – from chocolate “chirp” cookies to six-legged salsa and crispy cajun crickets. Visitors searching for more traditional fare will find it in Tiny Termite Café as well – minus the six-legged ingredients, of course.

The tastings are included with regular Insectarium admission (while supplies last).