Mardi Gras, which began as a religious holiday, has become a weeks-long celebration, one that gives millions the chance to let loose before Lent.

Mardi Gras in New Orleans, has been in full swing since Jan. 6 and will close with a final celebration on March 4 with a Fat Tuesday celebration.

Easter 2025 season is late this year. 'Fat Tuesday' Mardi Gras will give way to Ash Wednesday and kick off the start of Lent.

Polish-American communities embrace pączki on Fat Tuesday, preserving family traditions and indulging in sweet, jelly-filled ...

Each year, Paczki Day, for Fat Tuesday, is the perfect time to celebrate the Polish culture and snack on a sweet treat. It is the last day before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday.

PARMA, Ohio — Fat Tuesday doesn’t arrive until March 4, but Rudy’s Strudel and Bakery in Parma is already busy preparing for the big day -- and the popular spot just announced two new paczki ...

It will be Fat Tuesday before you know it -- and we're getting a sneak peek at the flavors you can expect this year at Rudy's Strudel and Bakery in Parma. USPS temporarily suspends accepting ...

“For the love of God, it doesn’t really matter—I just want to move on to Round Two, where we address the problem and try to stop it from happening again.” ...

Patricia was the assistant food editor at Southern Living and worked with the Southern Living food team from 2006-2022. She contributed to articles about food, gardening, and pets.