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Issue No. 1048: February 2021

Laissez les bons temps rouler! Deep freeze or not, today is Fat Tuesday, so go forth and feast! Even though we can’t be in New Orleans to celebrate, we can recreate the Mardi Gras magic at home! In today’s newsletter, we’re sharing some of our favorite Creole dishes, King Cake-inspired desserts, classic Bourbon Street cocktails and more! Find it all below.

Stay Warm Everyone-

Tanji

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Indulge in These 5 Favorite Fat Tuesday Dishes

As the name implies, today’s the day to go ALL OUT! From easy Seafood Chowder to Brown Sugar Bourbon-Pecan Pralines, these are the Fat Tuesday recipes we’re craving today. Find them all HERE.

PIG OUT

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5 Iconic Bourbon Street Cocktails to Make at Home

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

PARTY GRAS

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5 King Cake-Inspired Desserts 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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Sysco Dine Finds - The Real New Orleans-Style Restaurant

Get an authentic bite of the “Big Easy” without leaving Texas! Tucked away in Marble Falls, The Real New Orleans-Style Restaurant is a hidden gem serving French Quarter classics like Shrimp-and-Grits and crispy Catfish Po’ Boys. Hear the inspiring story of triumph from these Hurricane Katrina survivors and learn more about their restaurant HERE.

LAISSEZ LES BON TEMPS ROULER

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More Goodtaste This Weekend!

Another episode of Goodtaste airs this weekend! Join us in celebrating the restaurant heroes who work tirelessly to keep their businesses open and our communities well-fed during these tough times. Don’t miss our Friday newsletter for episode sneak peeks, must-try wines, and a special recipe from this weekend’s episode. Check your local listings HERE.

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