Today I’m sharing 4 exciting ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in Cleveland, Ohio. From New Orleans-style revelry to 3 other cultural celebrations with connections to this festive season hosted right here in The Land.
In this post, you will discover the best restaurants around town—including an actual New Orleans-themed restaurant—to find Cajun and Creole cuisine. You’ll also learn where to find Cocktails, Pączki, Beignets, King Cakes and other treats inspired by the Big Easy.
Don’t forget to save this post for later and share it with your friends and family in Cleveland! There’s so much information packed in here, you’ll want to use the table of contents below to help you navigate!
Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler! (aka “Let the good times roll”)
Disclaimer: Because it is a minor holiday in Cleveland, many businesses do not make their plans available until close to the holiday date. However, I did my best to gather information on events and dates from multiple sources. Some businesses still have not shared their plans at this time; I will update this listing as soon as they do so that you can plan ahead accordingly. Be sure to double-check anywhere you decide to go for hours of operation and availability; some things were noted based on what others did last year.
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This post is jam-packed with useful information. Use the table of contents to navigate quickly to the sections you want to read more about. At the bottom of each section is a quick return button, so you can return to this menu any time you want!
4 Ways to Celebrate Mardi Gras in Cleveland
Enjoy These New Orleans-inspired Restaurants
Try These Delicious Cajun & Creole Dishes
Toast With These Classic New Orleans Cocktails
King Cakes, Beignets, Pączki, and more, Oh my
Mardi Gras & Fat Tuesday Events in Cleveland
But First, What is Mardi Gras?
You’ve probably heard of Mardi Gras before, but do you know what it is?
Today, let’s take a moment to talk about what Mardi Gras is and why it’s celebrated. Mardi Gras is a French term meaning “Fat Tuesday,” and is the final day of a season of revelry and indulgence referred to around the world as Carnival. Beginning on January 6, otherwise known as the Epiphany in Christian religions, this celebration can last from one to three months. The season officially ends the day before Ash Wednesday, which is known as Fat Tuesday. The end date fluctuates based on when Easter lands that year.
The season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, a day of solemnity when many people give up something indulgent they enjoy for the 40 days until Easter. This helps to explain why Carnival celebrations are so full of indulgence: people would use up ingredients they’d be sacrificing during Lent so they don’t go bad. King Cake and other treats made with ingredients from this period help remind us of that time of year.
While Mardi Gras and Carnival are rooted in religious holidays, some believe it’s based on pagan celebrations of spring and fertility. In any case, I think it’s a time for everyone who wants to enjoy it and make it through the dismal winter season before spring brings everything back to life.
Some other US cities known for their large Mardi Gras celebrations are Mobile, Alabama, St. Louis, Missouri, and Galveston, Texas. Globally it’s known by many names like Carnevale in Italy, Carnival in Brazil, Fasching in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. It’s also celebrated in Russia as Maslenitsa and in Slovenia as Kurentovanje. Whatever it’s called, they all represent a time of parties, parades, and delicious food before a season of sacrifice begins.
I am only just touching the surface of what Mardi Gras is. If you find this topic interesting, I encourage you to read more about it. It’s a fascinating history, with many traditions in New Orleans and many other cities and countries.
Behind the colors
of Mardi Gras
Purple, Green and Gold are traditional colors for this festive season. But do you know why these colors were chosen?
From 1892 to 1893, during the Rex Krewe’s parade “Symbolism of Colors,” purple was chosen as the color representing justice. Green was chosen for faith, and gold for power.
Foods Enjoyed
during Mardi Gras
The Mardi Gras season is a time for celebration, and what better to celebrate with than good food? Here are some of the best foods to eat during Mardi Gras:
For sweet tooths: King Cakes, Beignets, Bananas Foster, Pralines and Roman Candies. In cities with bigger Polish populations like Cleveland, you’ll find treats like Pączki at many local bakeries.
Savory flavors of Cajun and Creole can be enjoyed with Jambalaya, Red Beans + Rice, Gumbo, Muffuletta, Etouffee, Po’Boys, and seafood dishes.
King Cake and Pączki are the most seasonal-specific treats on this list, with the rest available year-round.
Note: King Cake is traditionally eaten only during the Carnival season, aka King Cake season. Red Beans + Rice is a Monday night meal.
Mardi Gras Terminology
Commonly Used
- Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler (pronounced “Lay-say le bon tom roo-lay”) is a Cajun French term that means “let the good times roll.”
- Carnival is a season of merriment that begins on Twelfth Night (January 6) and ends on Fat Tuesday at midnight.
- Mardi Gras is French for “Fat Tuesday” and is known for revelry and indulgence before giving up something for Lent.
- Cajun is a term used to refer to descendants of French Canadians who live in the southern part of Louisiana and speak an archaic form of French.
- Creole – There is a lot behind this word, more than I can easily define. Check out this article from neworleans.com for more.
- King Cake is a festive pastry decorated with Mardi Gras colors and a plastic baby inside. Whoever finds the baby buys the cake next year.
Maybe You’ve Heard It
- Krewe is a term often used to describe all of the Carnival organizations in New Orleans.
- Throws is a word used to describe all the trinkets and beads thrown off parade floats, with many Krewes tossing their own signature tokens. You may hear the phrase “Throw me something, mister” in reference to a Krewe tossing one of these trinkets.
- Vieux Carré is another French term that means “old quarter”. This is referring to the French Quarter, a famous section in New Orleans spanning 12 city blocks.
- Lagniappe is a bonus or extra gift given to customers at the time of purchase.
- Joie de vivre is a French phrase that means “joy of living“
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My Epic New Orleans City Guide
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Walking through The Barataria Swamp just outside of New Orleans
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4 Ways to Celebrate Mardi Gras in Cleveland
Fat Tuesday / Mardi Gras
Tuesday, February 21, 2023, in New Orleans and many other cities and countries
Want to learn more about this season? Scroll up or click on the “But First, What Is Mardi Gras” section, to learn more.
While Mardi Gras isn’t a huge holiday in Cleveland, there are actually many ways to celebrate the season. From an actual New Orleans-themed restaurant to other bakeries and shops having their own celebrations, and this year will mark the first Mardi Gras parade!
2023 CLEVELAND MARDI GRAS EVENT
Mardi Gras Cleveland 2023 | 02/18/23 | Flats East Bank Neighborhood | 02/18/23 | Visit Event Site
Enjoy the 6th annual Mardi Gras in Cleveland at the official celebration and bar crawl featuring the first annual Mardi Gras parade! The parade kicks off with a family-friendly lunch, followed by local entertainment and an official Mardi Gras Cleveland King & Queen during the parade, and a bar crawl. Visit the linked site above for the most up-to-date details. How exciting!
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Click here to quickly scroll to the full event list.
Pączki Day
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
This popular Polish pastry pronounced like “Poonch Kee”, means donut in Polish and has quite a popular following in the Cleveland area. So much so, people order theirs a month in advance to make sure they get a box of them for Pączki Day. This popular occasion has ties to Mardi Gras in that it was intended to use up indulgent ingredients before the season of Lent for those who observe.
Pączki are made from a sweet, yeasty dough and are often filled with jams or creams and coated with powdered sugar. Pączki Day is celebrated on Fat Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday with some celebrating it on the Thursday before Mardi Gras.
Click to quickly scroll to my list of where to find Pączki in Cleveland
Kurentovanje
Thursday, February 11, 2023, through Tuesday, February 21, 2023, in Ptuj, Slovenia
(see Cleveland’s date below)
The Slovenian Mardi Gras, Kurentovanje (pronounced “Koo-Rehn-to-VAHN-yeh”), is an annual, multi-day cultural festival celebrating the change of seasons featuring mythical creatures named Kurents. These sheepskin-covered creatures are known to chase away winter and bring back spring, so they play a big role throughout the celebration. Kurentovanje, which takes place in Ptuj, Slovenia, is full of cultural and festive events. The celebration kicks off with a “Kurent Jump” that ends with a carnival parade featuring several different events throughout the 11-day celebration. Learn more here.
2023 CLEVELAND KURENTOVANJE EVENT
Cleveland Kurentovanje | 02/05/23–02/18/23 | St. Clair-Superior Neighborhood | Visit Event Site
Cleveland Kurentovanje is a local event that was founded in 2012 and inspired by the celebrations in Ptuj, Slovenia. The Kurent Jump kicks off the week-long celebration, which includes food, dancing, and drinking as well as Slovenian-inspired events around history, food, and more. Learn more on their official website linked above.
Click here to quickly scroll to the full event list of other Mardi Gras-inspired events.
Fasching
January 6, 2023, through February 21, 2023
Fasching is a celebration that is predominant in Germany and German-speaking countries like Austria and Switzerland. It has also been referred to as Karneval and Fastnacht, but they all represent the same celebratory event full of parades, indulgence, and other events leading up to Ash Wednesday, and in some instances, beyond. The official season technically begins at 11 am on November 11, but the primary events start on January 6 and run through Fat Tuesday, like Mardi Gras.
2023 CLEVELAND FASCHING EVENT
Fasching Mardi Gras | 02/21/23 | Hofbräuhaus, Downtown Cleveland | Visit Event Site
Celebrate Mardi Gras in Cleveland at Hofbräuhaus’s annual celebration and Masquerade Party. Enjoy live entertainment, costume contests, food & drink specials, stein holding, and more. Plus, don’t forget to wear your Mardi Gras costume or mask!
Click here to quickly scroll to the full event list of other Mardi Gras-inspired events.
Enjoy These New Orleans-inspired Restaurants
Bourbon Street Barrel Room
Website | 2393 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
This restaurant is one of the most New Orleans-styled in Cleveland, from its facade that looks like it came straight out of Bourbon Street to the decor and menu full of dishes you’d find in NOLA like Gumbo, Jambalaya, Muffaletta, Po’ Boys, and more. Yum! A perfect place to celebrate Mardi Gras in Cleveland.
House of Creole
Website | 668 Euclid Ave Unit 2, Cleveland, OH 44114
Find classic New Orleans dishes such as Gumbo, Jambalaya, and many other Southern-inspired dishes at House of Creole, which recently opened in Downtown Cleveland. The restaurant has many seafood options for those who prefer not to eat chicken or other meats.
House of Creole Mardi Gras Event | 02/21/23 | Downtown | Visit Event Site
Special New Orleans-themed drinks and menu including Beignets and King Cake.
House of Blues
Website | 308 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114
While this spot is technically a chain restaurant, we still think it’s worth exploring. Our favorite thing about the HOB is its festive, New Orleans-inspired style, the artwork, and of course coming to concerts. We liked it so much, we chose it as our wedding venue!
You can enjoy Cajun-influenced dishes like Gumbo, Jambalaya, Cajun Chicken Pasta, and Shrimp Po’boys. You can also find Southern dishes like Fried Chicken and Shrimp and Grits on the menu.
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Try These Delicious Cajun & Creole Dishes
I scoured the internet for restaurants in Cleveland that serve up Cajun and Creole meals, so you wouldn’t have to. Let me know if I missed anywhere in the Greater Cleveland area. Enjoy!
Grumpy’s Cafe in Tremont
This is our favorite spot to enjoy breakfast as we celebrate Mardi Gras in Cleveland. Enjoy a Jambalaya Omelet, a bowl of Jambalaya, or my favorite, The Grumpy’s Special with the andouille sausage and Cajun hashbrowns. You won’t regret it!
Another Broken Egg Cafe in Westlake
Check out a Mardi Gras Omelet, Bourbon Street pancakes, Biscuit Beignets, and other Southern-inspired breakfast dishes at this restaurant.
Bite Creole Kitchen in South Euclid
Eat your way through their Creole dishes, like Jambalaya, Cajun Gumbo, Po’Boys, and more.
Black Box Fix in Legacy Village
Try their Best Damn Cheesesteak with Cajun Queso, Nola Pasta, Cajun Fries, and other Creole-flavored dishes at this restaurant.
Winking Lizard Tavern in multiple locations across NE Ohio
Mardi Gras specials are available now through 02/21/23. Try dishes like Muffuletta, Cajun Catfish Po’Bo, Cajun Chicken Spinach Salad, Bayou Burger, Cajun Chicken Sandwich, and more!
Russo’s Restaurant in Peninsula
If you’re craving a taste of New Orleans, a short drive outside of Cleveland will take you to cuisine with Cajun roots like Gumbo Ya-Ya, House Made Chicken Andouille, and Pastalaya.
Southern Cafe in Lakewood
Look for Cajun Fried Chicken Breast, Po’Boys, Chicken & Sausage Gumbo (seasonal), Bourbon Street Pasta, Cajun Creamed Corn, Red Beans & Rice, and other favorites.
Rowley Inn in Tremont
Find some Cajun-flavored fries and Polish-ish Boys on their menu. This spot is always worth a visit.
O’Charley’s Restaurant + Bar in Strongsville
They serve a variety of New Orleans-inspired dishes, including Bayou Shrimp Pasta, New Orleans Cajun Chicken Pasta, and Louisiana Sirloin topped with Cajun butter.
Yardhouse in Westlake
Has a Spicy Jambalaya dish on its menu
Soho Chicken & Whiskey in Ohio City
Find Gumbo and southern-inspired fare on the menu.
Rood Food and Pie in Lakewood
Enjoy some Cajun Shrimp + Grits.
BJs Restaurant & Brewhouse in Orange Village
Has a New Orleans Jambalaya dish.
Bonus: Make Your Own Cajun & Creole Dishes at home
Here are some local ways to make your own dishes at home.
Cajun-inspired dishes from Food of Jane, a local food blogger and recipe maker of noodly deliciousness, are worth a try: Creamy Cajun Pasta, Drunken Buttered Noodle Sauce (Cajun option), Chicken Po’Boy’s + Homemade Cajun Aioli, Seared Scallops + Cajun Gouda Orzo
Adun Spice has a big selection of seasonings—perfect for New Orleans Mardi Gras: Cajun Salt-Free, Maple Cajun, Creole Blend, and other seasons commonly used in New Orleans cooking.
Shop the West Side Market and find flavorful ingredients for your own New Orleans-inspired dishes.
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Toast With These Classic New Orleans Cocktails
New Orleans is famous for its cocktails, and it’s no surprise so many of them originated in the city. Here are some of the most popular New Orleans-inspired cocktails you’ll find here in Cleveland.
Bourbon Street Barrel Room in Tremont
Hurricane, Sazerac, Mardi Gras Grenade, French 75, Pimm’s Cup, Cajun Bloody Mary, and other New Orleans-inspired cocktails like Marie Laveau, Gator Juice, Bayou Lemonade, and more.
House of Creole in Downtown
New Orleans-inspired cocktails like the Cleveland Sazerac, House of Creole Hurricane, Louisiana Tea, Creole Island, Bayou Drop, and others.
Russo’s Restaurant in Peninsula
Hurricane, Sazerac, and other cocktails to pair with their Cajun items on the menu.
Edwin’s in Shaker Square
Find Sazerac, French 75, and other New Orleans-inspired drinks on the menu
Porco Tiki Lounge in Tremont
Have a Hurricane or a Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri, drinks you’d find all over New Orleans
Velvet Tango Room in Tremont
Sip on a Vieux Carré, French 75, Sidecar, Sazerac, Ninth Ward, Classic Daiquiri, Ramos Gin Fizz, and other New Orleans-inspired cocktails.
Meet the spirits that define the Big Easy: The Hurricane, Pimm’s Cup, Ramos Gin Fizz, Mint Julep, The Sazerac, Vieux Carré, French 75, Grasshopper, Cajun Bloody Mary, Brandy Milk Punch, Hand Grenades, Frozen Daiquiris.
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King Cakes, Beignets, Pączki, and More, Oh My
These treats are the perfect way to celebrate Mardi Gras in Cleveland.
Celebrate Pączki Day At These Local Favorite Spots
Cleveland is home to a large Polish population, so it should come as no surprise that Pączki is extremely popular here. Here are several bakeries around town that sell this puffy, filled pastry covered in powdered sugar. I’m sharing flavors they are known for but be sure to check the website to confirm. You may also want to order ahead as these bakeries will sell out quickly.
Rudy’s Strudel & Bakery in Parma
Grab a delicious Pączki from this Cleveland bakery’s popular selection of sweet and savory treats. Known for their unique flavors and homages to local shops and neighborhoods, you’re going to want to order ahead to make sure you get yours as they are bound to sell out.
Find many traditional sweet flavors, and more unique ones like Hough Bakery, Sweet Moses Hot Chocolate, and Champagne 75. They also have an unexpected twist to Pączki offering savory flavors, several based on local neighborhoods. Try a potato & cheese named Parma, an Irish twist with corned beef & cabbage called Westparker, or the Italian flavors of Murray Hill stuffed with Italian sausage and peppers.
Stan’s Northfield Bakery in Northfield
Enjoy 19 flavors like Raspberry, Strawberry, Vanilla, and Chocolate Buttercreams, Bavarian, Chocolate, and Coconut Custard, Apple, Apricot, Cream Cheese, Prune, Blueberry, Lemon, Plain, Nut, Poppyseed, Marshmallow Meringue & more with their expanded Pączki Day menu.
Kiedrowski’s Bakery in Parma
Find 6 grandma Kiedrowski-approved old-world Polish flavors like Poppyseed, Lekvar (Prune), Rose, Edelweiss (yellow cake with Bavarian and Vienna cremes), Apricot, and Sugared Pączki.
More Bakeries serving up PĄCZKI
Edwins Too in Shaker Square
Order a dozen or half-dozen assorted flavors of your choice, including Cherry, Lavender Cream, Lemon, Prune, Rose, and Raspberry.
Colozza’s Bakery in Parma
Pre-order flavors like Apple, Lemon, Raspberry, Blueberry, Apricot, Cannoli, Custard, Tiramisu, Chocolate Mousse, Peanut Butter Fudge, Pistacio, Marshmallow, Prune, and Poppyseed.
Breads and Beyond in Parma
find a large selection of Pączki flavors
Michael Angelo’s in Broadview Heights
Order a dozen or half-dozen boxes of Apricot, Bavarian Maple, Custard, Marshmallow, Poppyseed, Raspberry, Apple, Chocolate Mousse, Lemon, Peanut Butter, Prune, and Strawberry Mousse Flavors.
Frangipane Bakeries in North Olmsted
Find flavors like Vanilla and Chocolate Custard, Raspberry, Apple, Blueberry, Lemon, Prune, and Cherry.
The Mad Batter Bakeshop (formerly Raised & Glazed) in Chagrin Falls
Their flavors have ranged from Apple, Apricot, Lemon, Raspberry, Custard, Poppyseed, Prune, Peanut Buttercream, and Chocolate or Vanilla cream.
Terrapin Bakery in Tremont
Enjoy freshly fried Pączki in Lemon and Blueberry.
Other Shops Celebrating Pączki Day
Brewnuts in Detroit-Shoreway
Known for Pączki flavors like Strawberry, Chocolate Custard, Lemon, Fruity Pebs Cream, and Blueberry. Can’t wait to see what they whip up this year.
Mitchell’s Ice Cream at the Ohio City Neighborhood
On February 21, 2023, enjoy a Pączki filled with your favorite flavor of ice cream while supplies last at Mitchell’s Ice Cream’s annual Pączki Day.
Biagio’s in Eastlake
This beloved donut shop carries Pączki year-round and adds more flavor selections for Fat Tuesday. Vanilla, Chocolate Buttercream, Black Raspberry, Strawberry, Blueberry, Lemon, Apricot, and Apple.
Jack Frost Donuts in Old Brooklyn
Offering Pączki one day only on Fat Tuesday including traditional flavors and more indulgent like Cherry Cheesecake, Pina Colada, Caramel Cinnamon Apple, S’mores, and Banana Split.
Goldie’s Donuts in Lyndhurst
Enjoy flavors like Apricot, Chocolate, Lemon, Blackberry, or Raspberry all covered in mounds of powdered sugar.
Bigmouth Donut Company in Rocky River
Indulge in flavors like Blueberry Cream, Lemon Curd, Bavarian Cream, Chocolate Cream, Raspberry, and Apple Chutney in regular and gluten-free options.
2023 CLEVELAND MARDI GRAS & PĄCZKI EVENTS
These are just a few food-related events. Click here to quickly scroll to the full event list of other Mardi Gras-inspired events.
Brewnuts Fat Tuesday Celebration | 02/21/23 | Brewnuts, Detroit-Shoreway | Website
This beloved donut shop goes hard for a theme—and Mardi Gras is no exception. Last year’s event was full of Zydeco tunes, Hurricanes in party cups, t-shirts, King Cake Dones and a latte, and Pączki in a variety of flavors like Strawberry, Chocolate Custard, Lemon, Fruity Pebs Creme, Blueberry. While they haven’t shared this year’s event yet (they’re still working on it!) they assured me that this annual celebration will go on in 2023.
Pączki Day at Mitchell’s | 02/21/23 | Mitchell’s Ice Cream, Ohio City | Website
Enjoy a Pączki filled with your favorite Mitchel’s Ice Cream flavor at the Ohio City location for a limited time only. Sounds delicious!
Enjoy Beignets For Days
Beignets are one of my favorite New Orleans treats, and I was thrilled to find so many local restaurants serving them. The list even includes a couple of Beignet-inspired treats! Enjoy.
Bourbon Street Barrel Room
Order a plate of Beignets on their dessert menu.
Colozza’s Bakery in Parma
Their Beignets are made with deep-fried choux pastry, filled with vanilla mousse, and covered in powdered sugar. Available a few weeks before and after Fat Tuesday / Mardi Gras / Lent.
Dough Daddy Doughnuts a Cleveland Food Truck in North Ridgeville
Served up hot Beignet with dipping sauces and special treats like Oreo fried beignets or their Victory boat—a Beignet covered with caramel, chocolate, whipped cream, and sprinkles. Check out their website for more details.
Edda Coffee Roasters in Ohio City
Try their Stuffed Beignets with triple berry compote coated in powdered sugar, and served hot.
Soho Chicken + Whiskey in Ohio City
You will find crispy Beignet with powdered sugar, raspberry jam, and dark chocolate on their brunch menu.
House of Creole in Downtown
Indulge in a Beignet Ice Cream Sunday after dinner, and order Beignets during their special Mardi Gras menu on 02/21/23.
Lee’s Seafood Boil in North Olmsted
Beignets with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar are available on the dessert menu.
Edwin’s
Get an order of Beignet with Calvados caramel sauce.
Touch Supper Club
Find an order of Beignet with dipping sauces on their menu.
Luxe Kitchen & Lounge
Beignets with chocolate, berry coulis, and caramel sauce. Sounds delicious!
Winking Lizard Tavern in multiple locations across NE Ohio
Serving Beignet covered in powdered sugar until February 21.
Another Broken Egg Cafe in Westlake
Check out Biscuit Beignets at this restaurant.
Agave & Rye in Downtown
Enjoy an unconventional dish off the Big Munchies menu—a Beignet stuffed with macaroni and cheese.
indulge in a king cake
Finding who sells King Cake was a little tricky since it’s not always on the menu until closer to Fat Tuesday. But I was able to find several bakeries serving up King Cakes and inspired treats. Be sure to check out their websites as many requests that you pre-order your King Cakes.
Stan’s Northfield Bakery in Northfield
King Cakes decorated in traditional Mardi Gras colors that serve 8-10 can be ordered.
Colozza’s Bakery in Parma
Find King Cakes filled with Cinnamon and Raspberry-cheese.
Terrapin Bakery in Tremont
King Cakes covered in Mardi Gras colored icing and served whole or by the slice. Call ahead to reserve.
Breads and Beyond in Parma
They have King Cakes ready to go a couple of weeks before Fat Tuesday. Check their social accounts for updates.
Luna Bakery in Cleveland Heights
They will have King Cakes (like this) whole and by the slice and beautifully decorated sugar cookies (like these) available to order in mid-February through their website. There is a roughly 72-hour turnaround time.
The Mad Batter Bakeshop in Chagrin Falls
Order your buttery and decadent King Cakes covered in white icing with Mardi Gras-colored sprinkles and decor in advance!
Kelsey Elizabeth in Rocky River, Avon, & Chagrin Falls
Enjoy a King Cake decorated with Mardi Gras color icing similar to their cinnamon rolls. One year, they even had adorable Queen Cakes with pink icing. Keep an eye on their social accounts to see what they are planning for this year.
Brewnuts in Detroit-Shoreway
Last year they had a tasty King Cake donut on the menu and I anticipate its return this year.
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Mardi Gras & Fat Tuesday Events in Cleveland
- 02/11/23 3rd Annual Mardi Gras Bar Crawl Dive Bar, Cleveland
- 02/11/23 Apokriatiko – Greek Mardi Gras at Nafpaktian Cultural Foundation in Olmsted Falls
- 02/18/23 11th Annual Cleveland Kurentovanje Festival & Parade at Slovenian National Home, Cleveland
- 02/18/23 Mardi Gras Cleveland Bar Crawl (& more) at Flats East Bank, Downtown Cleveland
- 02/18/23 Mardi Gras Celebration at St. Thomas More in Brooklyn
- 02/18/23 FHTC Masquerade Magic Fundraiser at Hungarian Culture Club in Fairport Harbor
- 02/19/23 Mardi Gras Celebration at Collision Bend in The Flats, Downtown, Cleveland
- 02/19/23 Mardi Gras Brunch with Blue Lunch at Music Box, Downtown Cleveland
- 02/19/23 Mardi Gras 2023 Celebration at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Berea
- 02/21/23 Pączki Party at Edwins too in Shaker Square
- 02/21/23 Fasching (German Mardi Gras)Masquerade Party at Hofbräuhaus, Downtown, Cleveland
- 02/21/23 Mardi Gras Celebration at Camino, Downtown Cleveland
- 02/21/23 Mo Mojo Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Party at G.A.R. Hall in Penninsula
- 02/21/23 Mardi Gras at the Crystal Keg Bar & Grill in North Royalton
- 02/21/23 Mardi Gras on Front St! at Front Street Social in Berea
- 022123 Mardi Gras Specials at The Grand Resort in Warren
- 022123 Mardi Gras Week at Dragonfly Tea Room in Canal Fulton
- 022123 Fat Tuesday at Hooley House in Brooklyn, Mentor, and Westlake
- 2/25/23 Pączki Party! Pączki & Wine Pairing Event at Little Birdie Wine Nest in
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Silly little end note for anyone who read this far. The term “Mardi Gras” is used 90 times in this post. The word “Beignet” 33, “King Cake” is used 29 times, and surprisingly “Pączki” is only used 38 times. I felt like I said that word at least 100.
Your comment on my Ptuj post brought me here.. Small world indeed! 🙂
Thanks for sharing this, I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.