mardi gras

There are a lot of traditions that go along with Mardi Gras. One of them is the serving of the King Cake, but why? I'll tell you a little about their history, and there's a video so you can make your own!

More than 1,800 armbands for upcoming Franklin Street events were stolen and the Events Association needs your help.

The non-profit organization looks to "laissez les bons temps rouler" (let the good times roll) with Cajun-themed events beginning in late-February and ending in early-March.

When you think Mardi Gras, your thoughts probably lean more towards guzzling more alcohol than your body can handle and ladies showing off the goods for strand of plastic beads that cost less than a dollar to produce. But Mardi Gras also means great food like gumbo, jambalaya, and crawfish! Since we're not located in Louisiana bayou, finding good cajun cuisine can be difficult. Here are a few plac

And if you can't tell from this audio, he's excited!

Franklin Street Events Association President, Leah Spivey, and Vice President, Amy Word stop by the studio to talk about the first ever Franklin Street Mardi Gras Crawl.

Laissez le bon temps rouler!! That's how the French-Creole say "Let the good times roll!" - which is of course what Mardi Gras is all about and the Franklin Street Events Association is bringing it to Evansville this weekend with the Mardi Gras Franklin Crawl!

Laissez le bon temps rouler!! That's how the French-Creole say "Let the good times roll!" - which is of course what Mardi Gras is all about and the Franklin Street Events Association is bringing it to Evansville with the Mardi Gras Franklin Crawl!

I have always wanted to go to New Orleans. I have this overly romantic mental image of what NOLA is like, mainly because I've read a ton of Anne Rice novels! And Mardi Gras!? Ahhh Mardi Gras! The debauchery! While, I have outgrown the "crazy party" days, I have always wanted to experience Mardi Gras...

Stuck at home for Mardi Gras this year and want to make it more special than ordering Cajun shrimp pasta at Red Lobster? Try these tips:

Maybe you’re throwing a big party, or maybe Mardi Gras is just your excuse to feast on the amazing cuisine of New Orleans -- either way, you better get it right. Break out the spices and let’s get cooking!