Mardi Gras is quickly approaching. Celebrated on Tuesday March 4 this year, the holiday is one big party: think music-filled parades, colorful beads, exposed chests (free the nipple?), and flavorful ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In the city of New Orleans, carnival celebrations are in full swing. For folks in the sinking city, that means parades, costumes, general ...

NEW ORLEANS (NEXSTAR) — What does it mean when the Super Bowl comes to town in the middle of New Orleans Carnival season? An even bigger party! If it wasn’t already a super-sized celebration, expect ...

Between Epiphany and Mardi Gras, people all over the world eat King Cake. Whether simply because it tastes good or because people love holiday traditions, the King Cake is beloved. Before Lent starts ...

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – It’s about the time of the year when everyone is sucking crawfish heads, slurping claws, and pairing it with a sweet slice of King Cake. Now, if you’ve ever sliced into a ...

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Fat Tuesday is upon us, and the traditional King Cake comes with that celebration. Dating back to the 12th century, the cake was made to celebrate the Epiphany and the Three Kings’ ...

King cake indoctrination starts early in New Orleans. I was reminded of this when my daughter’s day care mentioned last week that her class — a room full of almost 2-year-olds — would be having king ...

King cakes are traditionally served during Carnival season, which runs from Epiphany to Fat Tuesday. Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, as it's also known, is less than a week away. In case you didn't know, ...