Contrary to popular belief, Mardi Gras can be a Family Friendly Mardi Gras, especially in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. The festival seems like it was made for children, with creative floats, costumes and masks, bold colors, and joyous music. … Read Full Article
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Holly Clegg’s Kid-Friendly Easy Mardi Gras King Cake Recipe
Holly Clegg was one of our greatest supporters. She shared many recipes and resources with Baton Rouge Family Fun. We hope they will continue to be enjoyed by families in Baton Rouge and beyond for years to come. Below is one of her posts from 2018, … Read Full Article

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Bienvenue to a brand new Baton Rouge petite boulangerie, Shannon’s Sugah Shack! Shannon is a scratch-made, home cook that has been selling baked goods solely to friends family (and their businesses) since 1984. After much encouragement, support, and … Read Full Article

Easy Boudin King Cake – Mardi Gras Recipe (Video)
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Gluten Free King Cake Recipe – Baton Rouge Family Fun
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2021 King Cake Guide – Baton Rouge and Beyond
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Family Fun Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt
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Hot Chocolate Bombs in Baton Rouge & DIY Recipe
Hot chocolate bombs are the newest holiday trend this season, and with good reason! Sold out at most big box stores and made viral on TikTok, hot chocolate bombs have become a bit elusive and hard to find online and at stores. Suddenly in high … Read Full Article

Safe to Eat Cookie Dough – Eggless – Sponsored by Party Time
The aroma of homemade Christmas cookies baking in the oven is one of the most glorious smells during the holiday season. In our home, there is not a more highly-anticipated (and delicious) Christmas task than baking cookies. With cookies comes cookie … Read Full Article

Ice Skating on the River – Raising Cane’s River Center
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Christmas Lights in Baton Rouge & Beyond – 2020
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Mother Son Dance To Go – Benefiting OLOL Children’s Hospital
This year has been anything but normal, with many events being canceled or going virtual due to COVID. This year, Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital has reimagined the Mother-Son Dance into an exclusive “To-Go” box - "Mother-Son Dance To Go!" … Read Full Article