Mardi Gras

The True Origin Story of Mardi Gras in America

Travel

The True Origin Story of Mardi Gras in America

Contrary to popular belief, the history of the Carnival celebrations in the U.S. did not begin in New Orleans.

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Dessert

Light & Delicate Fritters for Polish Fat Thursday, Aka Doughnut Day

Ribbon-like "angel wings" embody the celebration.

Sandwich

This Oversized Focaccia Muffuletta Is Ready for Mardi Gras

Have your slab sandwich and eat it, too.

Sandwich

Celebrate Fat Tuesday With This Vegan Po'Boy

Not a speck of shrimp in site in this untraditional take on a classic

A Day in the Life of Mardi Gras, From Gumbo to Fried Chicken

Holiday

A Day in the Life of Mardi Gras, From Gumbo to Fried Chicken

Wake up with a Bloody Mary, go to sleep with a slice of king cake.

by: Kaitlin Bray|February  9, 2016
Celebrate Fat Tuesday the Swedish Way (With Pastries)

Swedish

Celebrate Fat Tuesday the Swedish Way (With Pastries)

Since 1250, Swedes have turned to semlor for a last taste of culinary indulgence before Lent.

by: annabrones|February  8, 2016
Why We Eat Pancakes on Shrove Tuesday

Pancake

Why We Eat Pancakes on Shrove Tuesday

Brush up on some history for the only hotcake holiday.

by: Sarah E Daniels|February  8, 2016
A (Vegan) Gumbo with a Trick for Richer Soups

Southern

A (Vegan) Gumbo with a Trick for Richer Soups

Mardi Gras is right around the corner.

by: Emily Horton|February  3, 2016
The Best King Cakes That Can Be Shipped Right to Your Door

Cake

The Best King Cakes That Can Be Shipped Right to Your Door

Celebrate Mardi Gras with a classic purple, green, and yellow confection.

by: Amanda Sims|February  2, 2016
Behind Gumbo's Key Ingredient (for Some), Filé Powder

Southern

Behind Gumbo's Key Ingredient (for Some), Filé Powder

Behind what is—for some—gumbo's key ingredient.

by: Caroline Lange|February  1, 2016
How to Make a King Cake for Mardi Gras

Cake

How to Make a King Cake for Mardi Gras

A classic Mardi Gras cake with a (plastic) baby inside. 

by: molly yeh|January  6, 2016
14 Recipes to Gorge On This Mardi Gras

Southern

14 Recipes to Gorge On This Mardi Gras

Put on some music, pour yourself a drink, and invite some friends over. We're gonna party like Catholics before Lent.

by: Rémy Robert|February 17, 2015
Better, Lazier Gumbo Thanks to a Hands-Off Roux

Shrimp

Better, Lazier Gumbo Thanks to a Hands-Off Roux

A hands-off method for a rich, dark gumbo roux, so you can celebrate Mardi Gras away from the stove.

by: Kristen Miglore|February 11, 2015
10 Drinks to Parade Down Bourbon Street

Cocktail

10 Drinks to Parade Down Bourbon Street

No matter where you are for Mardi Gras, may the party be with you.

by: Julie Myers|March  4, 2014

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