If you peel the layers of the onion that is Mardi Gras, you’ll find a Catholic holiday rich in history and tradition that spans the globe. While many of us here in the U.S. may associate it with ...

We know we love King Cake – that combination of cake and bread with colorful sugar on top. The rich, cinnamon-infused pastry, made of twisted dough shaped into a circle or oval, was historically ...

She gives us a little history lesson on the king cake and she once lived in New Orleans. King cake is a delicious New Orleans staple, especially around Mardi Gras. You are likely familiar with its ...

Here’s what to know about Mardi Gras trees. The exact history of the origin of Mardi Gras trees is a little fuzzy. Jeff Campbell, co-director of the Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation ...

Mardi Gras has an interesting history in the United States that dates back to the extremely late 1600s and early 1700s. Prior to is Christian transformation, it was a pagan celebration of spring ...

The Residency: Cohort Two and The History of Mardi Gras are two exhibits you can check out beginning Jan. 16. “The History of Mardi Gras covers specifically Louisiana history of Mardi Gras we’re going ...

according to the History Channel. Mardi Gras is traditionally celebrated on “Fat Tuesday,” the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent. In many areas, however, Mardi Gras has ...

New Orleans residents and visitors will be able to don purple, green and gold for a little longer during the 2025 Mardi Gras season, which will last over twice as long as last year's celebrations.

Today the Imperial Calcasieu Museum is hosting a night for patrons to mingle with artists, explore exceptional local art, ...

Mardi Gras-inspired items take many forms at King ... Last year, the Carnival season was just too short to justify the cost of throwing the big party, explained bakery co-founder Chaya Conrad.