Mardi Gras falls on Shrove Tuesday (February 16th), the day before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent (a period of 40 days of fasting). While there will be no parades this year, there are still ways to celebrate:
Virtual
Despite cancellation of New Orleans signature event, the spirit of Mardi Gras will still be on full display . .
Mardi Gras for All Y'all — Nola.com is inviting everyone to tune into a 4-1/2 hour online show complete with carnival, celebrities and musical performances. All three segments will be re-broadcast on February 16.
Virtual
Despite cancellation of New Orleans signature event, the spirit of Mardi Gras will still be on full display . .
Mardi Gras for All Y'all — Nola.com is inviting everyone to tune into a 4-1/2 hour online show complete with carnival, celebrities and musical performances. All three segments will be re-broadcast on February 16.
www.mardigrasforall.com
Po' Boys
Based on 1920s New Orleans legend of the Martin brothers who gave free food (meat and seafood on french loaves) to striking tram workers who became known as Poor Boys or Po'Boys . . .
Poor Boys (Kingston) — Inspired by the Martin brothers, this Kingston restaurant started by two brothers features build-your-own Po Boy sandwiches and other New Orleans street food favorites. Available for carryout or delivery
www.eatpoorboys.com
Pancakes
Traditionally, pancakes are an ideal way to use up fatty ingredients like eggs, milk and sugar. While there will be no public Pancake Day races this year, you can get your pancake fix at home . . .
Breakfast Club — The Pancakes At Home Kit comes with pancake mix, double cream, tasting toppings (vanilla essence, salted caramel chocolate ganache, cherry compote, ginger snap & macadamia nut granola crunch, dark & white chocolate chunks, maple syrup) and tea towel. Serves 4 for £40.
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Crepeaffaire — The Pancakes in the Post comes with six pre-made crêpes £14.50 or a box of pancake mix (makes ~10) for 10. Both come with Nutella, strawberry & toffee sauces, as well as sprinkles, marshmallows and Oreo pieces. Add 50p for vegan and gluten-free box.
www.crepeaffaire.com
Fat Tuesday may actually end up being Fat February!
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Po' Boys
Based on 1920s New Orleans legend of the Martin brothers who gave free food (meat and seafood on french loaves) to striking tram workers who became known as Poor Boys or Po'Boys . . .
Poor Boys (Kingston) — Inspired by the Martin brothers, this Kingston restaurant started by two brothers features build-your-own Po Boy sandwiches and other New Orleans street food favorites. Available for carryout or delivery
www.eatpoorboys.com
Pancakes
Traditionally, pancakes are an ideal way to use up fatty ingredients like eggs, milk and sugar. While there will be no public Pancake Day races this year, you can get your pancake fix at home . . .
Breakfast Club — The Pancakes At Home Kit comes with pancake mix, double cream, tasting toppings (vanilla essence, salted caramel chocolate ganache, cherry compote, ginger snap & macadamia nut granola crunch, dark & white chocolate chunks, maple syrup) and tea towel. Serves 4 for £40.
wwww.thebreakfastclubcafes.com
Crepeaffaire — The Pancakes in the Post comes with six pre-made crêpes £14.50 or a box of pancake mix (makes ~10) for 10. Both come with Nutella, strawberry & toffee sauces, as well as sprinkles, marshmallows and Oreo pieces. Add 50p for vegan and gluten-free box.
www.crepeaffaire.com
Fat Tuesday may actually end up being Fat February!