CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) - Chef Reyana Radcliff from Your Braisen Chef, a New Orleans native, joins QC Life to share authentic Mardi Gras traditions.
Mardi Gras traditions are rich with symbolism and meaning. The iconic parade colors each represent something special: purple symbolizes justice and loyalty, green represents faith, and gold signifies wealth and power.
One of the most beloved traditions is the King Cake ritual, where a small plastic baby Jesus is hidden inside the cake, and one lucky person who discovers it is said to have good fortune for the year ahead.
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