Appleton celebrates Mardi Gras with Jambalaya and King Cake

The History and Meaning of the Mardi Gras King Cake
There’s no better place to experience the magic of Mardi Gras than in New Orleans. It’s home to one of the most extravagant and lively celebrations in the country, filled with vibrant beads, dazzling parades,
What is king cake? A Mardi Gras treat... with a baby inside
New Orleans, Louisiana – Mardi Gras is here, which means now is the time to devour its traditional treat - king cake! But what exactly is king cake anyway, and why is there a "baby" inside? King cake is everywhere in Louisiana during Mardi Gras season.
You can't truly celebrate Mardi Gras without king cake. Find out what it is and where to find it.
There are bakeries in New Orleans that will ship king cakes, many that can arrive overnight. A list can be found on the New Orleans tourism website. Many local grocery stores sell them pre-packaged. And some local bakeries will custom make a king cake.
What Californians should know about Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday celebration in New Orleans
Mardi Gras gives people the opportunity to celebrate before the Lenten season, where many give up habits for 40 days. Here's a closer look.
Ready for Mardi Gras? Omaha has a new king cake baker ... for next year
"Wow, Omaha — you blew me away! All king cakes are sold out, and every slot is booked until Mardi Gras," the New Orleans native said on Facebook.
Local bakery shows off King Cakes for Mardi Gras
If you're looking to indulge in King Cake for Mardi Gras, you don't have look any further than a bakery here in New Mexico.
King Cake: The Fat Tuesday treat explained
Over time, the "King Cake" became a staple of Mardi Gras, symbolizing celebration, good fortune, and some indulgence before fasting for Lent
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A Crowning Moment for the New Orleans King Cake
King cake is rooted in religious tradition—it’s a Catholic custom that’s believed to have been adapted from an ancient Roman ...
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King cake of the day: Is this $76 New Orleans king cake worth it? I had to try and see.
Balboni's cannoli king cake has fired up a lot of buzz this Carnival season in New Orleans. Beyond its elaborate back story, ...
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Powerful storms threaten Mardi Gras finale celebrations in New Orleans
Everyone is keeping their eyes on the skies in New Orleans as severe weather on the horizon could put a damper on the finale ...
Findlay Market brings New Orleans flavors to Cincinnati with Mardi Gras event
Findlay Market brought a taste of New Orleans to Cincinnati on Sunday with its first-ever Mardi Gras tasting event.
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King cake of the day: Jewish baker blends New Orleans flavor with traditional challah
With a similar braided, fluffy exterior as challah, Deutch's king cake fuses New Orleans and Jewish traditions for a cinnamon ...
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This Festive New Orleans Hotel Has an Elaborate Mardi Gras-Themed Floral Installation and Perks for Guests
Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans is the place to experience Mardi Gras in style. Just because the party never stops during ...