Galveston readies major street closures, parking fines ahead of Mardi Gras
The City of Galveston has bumped up its Mardi Gras security plan by closing one of the island's major north-south roadways ...
These Beloved Food Rituals Bring Carnival Season to Life in the Bayous of Louisiana
Louisiana's Carnival season is a period of celebration, comfort food, and community. From king cake and crawfish boils to the religious traditions that anchor Mardi Gras, chef Melissa M. Martin of the ...
Super Bowl meets Mardi Gras: Why are babies buried in king cakes?
Food historian Liz Williams told the Associated Press last year that the roots of king cake culture date to Saturnalia ...
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'TODAY' Will Be In New Orleans Hosting A Mardi Gras Party And You Can Attend
On February 28, the gang from the 3rd hour of TODAY, Al Roker, Craig Melvin, and Dylan Dreyer will be exploring the vibrant city and just how the locals celebrate the popular holiday.