Want to get a king cake shipped for Mardi Gras 2023? Here are more than 20 New Orleans bakeries to try. But don't delay, because slots fill up fast and popular bakeries often close their orders before the season ends.
During Carnival season there are a few unofficial rules. One that's easy to follow is this: See king cake, eat king cake.
At this time of year, season's greetings are often accompanied by king cake. It’s everywhere, in forms both familiar and those that seem to defy king cake tradition — or, seen another way, keep it evolving, growing and relevant to more people.
It’s a no-judgment zone. Especially in this era of divisiveness and seemingly constant arguing, Mardi Gras is a time when everybody comes together and enjoys the same thing, no matter their background. The only thing that’s important is having a good time.There are no fashion rules. Dress up…
You never really know what you’re going to see at a Mardi Gras parade, but these 10 sights are usually pretty reliable:
A few words of caution here. You’ll probably need to buy a ticket to watch a parade from a grandstand or balcony. If it’s a hotel or restaurant balcony, you’ll likely need to be a guest to watch the parades from there. Research your chosen parades and routes ahead of time, and make reservati…
Beads are cool. Doubloons are fun. But if you’re at a parade, be prepared to catch pretty much any kind of item, from clothing to stuffed animals to household goods. Here are some of the most coveted throws at local parades: