Mardi Gras 2024 is celebrated in style on February 13. Originally a traditional feast enjoyed by young and old alike, Mardi Gras is a time to use up all the fatty ingredients stashed away in the cupboards, such as butter and eggs, before the famous Lent and its 40 days without rich foods.
The pleasures vary according to the region of France: oreillettes in Provence, Merveilles in Bordeaux, ganses in Nice, bugnes in Savoie and Lyon... In other words, it's the perfect time to indulge all sweet tooths, as tradition dictates that we indulge in beignets, waffles and crêpes of all kinds.
Usually preceded by a carnival, the tradition of which dates back to the Middle Ages, Mardi Gras is celebrated in Paris with great pomp, costumes and sweet recipes. So, to make sure you have a highly successful February 13, 2024, here are the best tips and addresses in Paris for Mardi Gras 2024!
Mardi Gras 2024: What are we celebrating on this festive day? History and origins
Mardi Gras 2024 takes place this year on February 13. But what exactly are we celebrating on this day? Why a Tuesday and not another day? Why do we dress up for Mardi Gras? [Read more]
History of Paris Carnival: a medieval tradition still celebrated in the capital
Colors, music, costumes, food: the Carnaval de Paris is a big party, taking place this year on February 11, 2024. By the way, do you know the history of Carnival? [Read more]
What's for Mardi Gras 2024? Regional specialities
You could easily say that there are as many different recipes and names for beignets as there are regions in France. Don't believe us? Here's a quick roundup of the different beignets in France, in time for Mardi Gras 2024 on February 13! [Read more]
Where to eat donuts and beignets in Paris? Our best addresses
Are you a fan of plump sugar doughnuts and doughnuts with chocolate or jam filling? We'll take you to the best spots in Paris for a guaranteed treat! [Read more]
Where to eat a good waffle in Paris? Our best addresses
Fancy a hot, fluffy waffle? Discover the addresses in Paris where you can satisfy your sweet tooth! [Read more]
Where to eat a good crêpe in Paris? Our crêperie addresses
Discover the best creperies in Paris where you can enjoy sweet and savoury crepes without a guilty conscience! [Read more]
Mardi Gras 2024: Easy recipes for doughnuts, waffles and bugnes
It's time to get in the kitchen and make some hearty doughnuts, for your kids or yourself, for Mardi Gras 2024 on February 13! [Read more]
Carnaval de Paris 2024: the party route!
Carnaval de Paris celebrates its 25th edition this year. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at this not-to-be-missed Mardi Gras event in the capital.à [Read more]
Galbar: the 10th arrondissement's gourmet crêperie revisits iconic desserts
Fancy a crêpe with an unusual flavour? Head for Galbar, a surprising creperie in Paris's 10th arrondissement, a stone's throw from the Grand Rex, offering sweet and savoury crepes in the most unusual compositions, served in a cone, to eat in or take away. We've tried it, we'll tell you about it! [Read more]
Mardi Gras: big party and free entertainment for children, at the MOB hotel in Saint-Ouen
This year, Mardi Gras falls during the February vacations, so make way for Carnival and, above all, family fun at the MOB hotel in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine. [Read more]
Mardi Gras 2024: join the carnival at the Jardin d'Acclimatation!
The Jardin d'Acclimatation is holding its annual Carnival during the February vacations 2024, on Tuesday February 13. Bring the whole family to join in the festive parade, and enjoy the park's animals and rides. Get out your best disguises and join in the costume parade! [Read more]
Mardi Gras: learn how to make bugnes and beignets with Maison Fika's culinary workshops
In Asnières-sur-Seine, visit the city's most gourmet address during the February school vacations: Maison Fika, the temple of gourmet delights, offering culinary workshops for the whole family. [Read more]
Happy Mardi Gras 2024 to all!
