7 Mardi Gras Dishes You Have To See To Believe

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Fat Tuesday, the holiday traditionally known as Mardi Gras, is all about the food. And all around the nation, chefs and food enthusiasts compete to devise their own Mardi-Gras-inspired dishes that both delight and mystify the palate.

1. King Cake Burger

A native of New Orleans, this better burger is the brainchild of P.J. Haines, owner of the Food Drunk. While the name, alone, is enough to pique interest, it’s the features of this fearless burger that have people talking. The King Cake Burger features brisket and cheddar cheese on a brioche bun. This is where the normality stops, however. In honor of Mardi Gras, Haines took his burger to the next level by adding a slathering of cake frosting and a dousing of colorful sprinkles. Schweet, yet…satisfying?