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Issue No. 894: February 2020

Who says you have to be in New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras? While we’ll never top our neighboring state’s epic party, we’ve created our own Texas-sized celebration over the years. This week, Goodtaste is here to help you celebrate in true Louisiana style. From Creole favorites to King Cake-inspired treats, to over-the-top Bourbon Street cocktails! You’re going to want to follow along.

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5 King Cake-Inspired Desserts to Make for Mardi Gras

You can’t celebrate Mardi Gras without some King cake. The downside? Sometimes that whole cake can be too much to finish or finding an authentic one is next to impossible. For those looking for something festive (but, albeit, a little easier), try these clever twists on the traditional Fat Tuesday treat.

Get all the recipes HERE.

KING (CAKE) OF THE CASTLE

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5 Iconic Bourbon Street Cocktails

No trip to NOLA is complete without a drink on the infamous Bourbon Street. From the Shark Attack to a Hand Grenade, these tourist favorites are worth mixing up even if you’re celebrating outside of the Big Easy. Learn how to make all of these crowd favorites HERE.

DRINK UP

Photo Credit: Treana Wines

Wine Finds Under $20

Wine doesn’t have to be expensive to taste good.Thesebudget-friendly bottles areeasyonthewalletandeasyonthepalate.FindallofTanji'spicks HERE.

BUDGET-FRIENDLY BOTTLES

Photo Credit: Kirsten Gilliam

5 Mardi Gras-Ready Recipes

Laissez les bons temps rouler! Transport yourself to the French Quarter with the best dishes from the Big Easy! We're talking garlicky, grilled oysters, a boozy Pain Perdu and crab beignets. Get the recipes HERE.

WHEN THE SAINTS GO MARCHING IN

It’s Rodeo Season!

Let's Rodeo, San Antonio! Some say Texas only has two seasons. We say there are three: Winter, summer and rodeo season! If you can't make it to the fairgrounds, the stock show or to see your favorite country artist, then get a taste of the rodeo fun with these 5 classic recipes. Find them all HERE.

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