Who You Calling Fat?

Mardi Gras season is here, and Fat Tuesday lands on February 17 - your official invitation to eat, drink, and celebrate before Lent begins. Rooted in the tradition of using up all the rich, indulgent ingredients, Mardi Gras today is all about parades, beads, cocktails, and King Cake (always King Cake). Whether you’re partying out, sipping something festive, or collecting slices in purple, green, and gold, we’ve rounded up the best ways to celebrate. From places to party and drinks to toast with to King Cakes worth chasing down, it’s time to let the good times roll.  Laissez les bons temps rouler, and check out the parties, here, and the festive food offerings, here.