Mardi Gras

Tips on Celebrating Mardi Gras Where You Live

by CajunMama
Shannon Hurst Lane in a Baton Rouge Mardi Gras parade

The Carnival Season is a time of fun and revelry. Most people associate Mardi Gras with New Orleans, but did you know that the first Mardi Gras in the US was held in Mobile, Alabama? There are also Mardi Gras parades held all over the southern US and in a few other places around the [...]

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Win a trip to Mardi Gras and ride in a parade

by RollingMama

Experience Mardi Gras in New Orleans aboard a Krewe of Orpheus float. Hotel Mazarin and the New Orleans Hotel Collection are offering one winner and a companion the trip of a lifetime. The Hotel Mazarin’s Grand Opening Sweepstakes includes four nights in the hotel, airfare, a limo ride from the airport to the hotel, and [...]

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Celebrate Mardi Gras Wherever You Are

by CajunMama
Mardi Gras 2009

The Mardi Gras carnival season officially kicks off on January 6th each year and lasts until midnight on Fat Tuesday. We celebrate with king cakes, krewe balls, float decoration parties, food, and of course the parades. To kick things off in true Louisiana style, Zatarain’s is ringing the NYSE bell from the French Quarter this [...]

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Mardi Gras in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

by CajunMama

Mardi Gras carnival season is a time of celebration all over the world. Here in my state of Louisiana, it’s also a state holiday so that everyone of all ages can enjoy the celebration. When most people hear the words Mardi Gras, they think of New Orleans, Bourbon Street, and some adult craziness. Mardi Gras [...]

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King Cakes in Baton Rouge

by CajunMama

I was recently asked to judge the first BiteClub Challenge – the Baton Rouge King Cake taste off. I was one of a number of area media personalities to take part in a blind tasting of over 17 different king cakes. It was a touch job, but fortunately my prior training helped me. Here are [...]

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Mardi Gras Mambo

by CajunMama
Mardi Gras Ladders

It’s Mardi Gras and that means beads, king cakes, a Louisiana state holiday, and the Mardi Gras Mambo. Mardi Gras is a special time here in my state and all along the Gulf Coast. Alabama may have had the first Mardi Gras but Louisiana made it big. Each city and town around the south that [...]

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Free Things to Do in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana

by Guest Author
Creole Nature Trail Lake Charles flickr image by LouisianaTravel

There are so many things to do in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana. I have fun bringing my kids for a family trip and even recently took a solo trip for my full time job. It was wonderful to check out L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort and Spa. Nice place with a great pool area! ~ [...]

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Those Plastic Beads Aren’t Cheap

by CajunMama

Have you ever wondered just what is involved with planning a Mardi Gras parade? I know I have. We take our family to parades in Baton Rouge and New Orleans during Carnival Season. I’ve had friends ride on floats and I’ve even been inside the Rex Den, but I never actually thought about how much [...]

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Luxury Hotel in New Orleans

by CajunMama
Harrah

New Orleans is always a hotspot for entertainment and fun. Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, Tales of the Cocktail, and many other events are always on the schedule, providing plenty to see and do during a visit to the Crescent City. There are so many hotels that it is hard for visitors to choose which one [...]

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Top 6 Tips for Attending a Mardi Gras Parade

by CajunMama

Mardi Gras season is the time leading up to the day of Mardi Gras. Various cities and towns (New Orleans, Mobile, Key West) hold Mardi Gras parades, most of which are (honestly!) family friendly. Here are my Top 6 tips to help the entire family have a safe and enjoyable Mardi Gras parade experience. Pack [...]

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