The beads have been flying, and the good times have been rolling all season long. As Fat Tuesday brings the Mardi Gras season to an end, there are a few more ways to enjoy all the delicious food and beverages. Time to raise a glass and dig in now.
Mardi Gras season has many traditional foods. Whether it is King Cake in New Orleans or paczki in Poland, many of the food choices involve using all the ingredients that are often given up during Lent. Even though some people might want to be judicious in their portions, Fat Tuesday is the time to say yes to one more.
This year, Krispy Kreme wants to give everyone a treat on Tuesday, March 4. Anyone who wears beads to a Krispy Kreme shop can receive a free Original Glazed Doughnut.
While the free food promotion is just one doughnut, why not bring some extra treats to co-workers, friends, or anyone else. The Hulu doughnuts are still available. Put on the live stream from Bourbon Street and enjoy the show.
McAlister's Deli has both a specialty beverage and cookie for the Mardi Gras season. The colorful lemonade with dragon fruit captures the vibrancy of the event. It is sweet, tart, and perfectly refreshing. Plus that specialty cookie filled with a tangy creamy cheese icing is too delicious too resist. .
Popeyes is joining the Mardi Gras fun. On March 4, Popeyes will be offering all-day happy hour pricing. From that love of the classic fried chicken or even some of those buttery biscuits, the Louisiana Kitchen has big savings on all those favorites.
Shipley Donuts is switching it up for Mardi Gras season. With almost 370 locations around the US, the popular food brand is serving some mini-beignets. Topped with tons of powdered sugar, the pillowy light fried dough is a must try. Just be careful not to spill all that sugar on your shirt.
Lastly, the couch’s calls are too difficult to ignore; stay in and enjoy some SeaPak Classic Cajun Style Shrimp. According to the food brand, Cajun-style foods have become more popular with tons of people sharing their infatuation with bold spices and down-home dishes.
As America’s number one specialty frozen shrimp brand, SeaPak knows how to ensure those sweet, tender shrimp are full of flavor. The Classic Cajun Style Shrimp has big flavor but are not overly spicy. Served over rice, it is a simple, yet flavorful, dish to end Mardi Gras season.
These food ideas are just a small sample of all the delicious options. From cocktails to entrees and appetizers to desserts, the good times are rolling for just one more day. Worry about going to the gym tomorrow.