Mardi Gras, New Orleans

As New Orleans' Mardi Gras goes into full swing, security boosted to historic levels
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The city of New Orleans is preparing for Mardi Gras celebrations by increasing security measures. Find out about the safety initiatives here.
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Carnival Season typically starts after Epiphany on Jan. 6 and culminates on Ash Wednesday, which falls on March 5 this year.
Three Mardi Gras recipes worthy of a celebration
Mardi Gras, which marks the end of Carnival, is a time of indulgence. We get the party started with the official dish of Louisiana: a big bowl of gumbo. Our version is hearty, yet meat-free — though you certainly can add shrimp or andouille sausage if you like.