The boudin king cake craze hit the Mardi Gras scene in 2014. It is the savory “sibling” to the season’s sweet treat of cream cheese and fruit-filled king cakes. With Lake Charles being the home to the Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail, it is only right for us to share a recipe! Chef Derrill Guidry…
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Mardi Gras in Lake Charles is more than a celebration; it's an experience that will bring you closer to the heart of Louisiana culture. From planning your parade schedule to choosing your favorite king cake, locals know how to make the most of the season. Here’s how you can Mardi Gras like a local…
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Mardi Gras in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana is bursting with color, culture, and family fun. Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras Day) falls on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, but the excitement begins long before then. Although family-friendly activities happen all week, the official day dedicated to…
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Mardi Gras in Lake Charles and surrounding communities is a celebration like no other! Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras Day) falls on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, but the parades and fun start long before then. From kid-friendly strolls to high-energy night parades to the iconic Krewe of Krewes spectacle…
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Louisianans love to party year-round, but Mardi Gras is by far the most popular party state-wide! In Southwest Louisiana, Mardi Gras is celebrated from Twelfth Night to Fat Tuesday with festive parades, lively concerts, mouthwatering food, extravagant costumes, and more. This Mardi Gras Bucket List…
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Traditional, cream cheese, pecan praline, boudin, Galettes Des Rois, Queen Cakes— the more the merrier! Check out our list of bakeries, donut shops, cafés, and markets selling King Cakes in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana. Can't make it in person this year? Several locations can ship the flavor…
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Get into the Mardi Gras spirit with this simple Pecan Praline Daiquiri recipe from Bayou® Rum! I really can't think of a better duo than Bayou® Rum and Blue Bell Ice Cream. This daiquiri is heavenly! This recipe uses Bayou® Spiced Rum, which you can purchase at their gift shop in Lacassine, order…
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