Shortly after we returned home from New Orleans Karin and her family came to visit for a couple of weeks. We thought it would be fun to throw a Mardi Gras party to teach Karin and Jenny's family all about the festive traditions associated with this fun holiday. All the guests came dressed in the mardi gras colors, yellow, purple and green and we used all the souvenirs we had bought in NOLA to decorate. Check out our visit to Mardi Gras World here, a lot of our inspriation for this party came…

Mardi Gras Veggie Tray... Only Purple, Green and Yellow veggies allowed 😄

I am here for the beads and the cheese! Get your Mardi Gras party started with a purple, green and gold charcuterie board!It's time to get the party started! It's MARDI GRAS! Grab your beads, grab the cheese and let's build a Mardi Gras Charcuterie board that is sure to be a big hit with your friends!Mardi Gras is French for 'Fat Tuesday'. It is the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, and it was the practice to eat rich, fatty foods before fasting for lent. I can't think of any better way of indul

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Let the good times roll with over twenty easy Cajun and Creole-themed Mardi Gras recipes like King Cake, Beignets, and Shrimp Creole.

It's time for Mardis Gras! These simple party foods include delicious recipes for dips, appetizers, and more. You'll love these Mardis Gras appetizers.

It's a super easy, big impact veggie tray. I must say that the theme and all the planning was done by my other daughter in law, Steph.

Our selection of festive Mardi Gras foods includes New Orleans classics, such as the muffuletta and bread pudding.

From beautiful macarons to beignets to the traditional King Cake, New Orleans inspired desserts are just what you need to get in the spirit of Mardi Gras! Here are ten edible ways to celebrate Mardi Gras with your family and friends. 1) King Cake Dip and Pretzels from Homemade Hooplah King Cake is traditionally like a large cinnamon roll flavored with caramel and pecans. This dip takes it to a whole new level! What really shines in this recipe are the festive candy-coated pretzels! YUMMY…

This list of amazing Mardi Gras Recipes includes a huge variety of dishes to help you put on the best Carnival celebration ever! You just have to try these tasty red beans and rice: