Carnival comes early this year, and the party is already in full swing! Parade barricades are up, krewes are getting ready, marching bands have been practicing for weeks and the festivities are rolling.
Top off your Carnival season with just the right accessories. We have all the purple, green and gold for the entire family (including our furry friends) to stand out in the crowd and get you noticed for that special throw you are wishing for. Columnist Mike Scott gives us a special take on all the fun, plus, check out our calendar of events, recipes and news on seasonal menus and cocktails to round out your Mardi Gras fun.
February is also a month to celebrate love, with plenty of red and pink hearts decorating the middle of the month. But beyond Valentine’s Day, it’s important to embrace what’s more important all year — heart health for you and those you love. Registered dietician and nutrition journalist Molly Kimball breaks down the essentials for cardiac health along with 10 tips to stay on top of a heart healthy diet.
As we approach early spring, many of us are also looking beyond the Carnival holiday season of excess to a quieter time of reflection, especially when it comes to family budgets and expenses. From grocery prices to challenges with big item purchases, making a plan and sticking to it is essential. We have some tips from local pros to get your spring financial to-do list in order.
For most people across the U.S., this is a dreary time, deep in winter and in a post-winter holiday lull. But not for those of us in New Orleans. This is, for many, a time to dance in the street, celebrate life with friends and neighbors, and embrace the unique music and pulse of the city.
Happy Mardi Gras! And when Lent rolls around, keep in mind it’s just a short time until festival season when the parties begin again.
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