Pillowy, perfectly greasy, with just the right amount of crisp — there's nothing quite like a freshly fried beignet when you're visiting New Orleans. These square-shaped, no-hole, donut-like delights ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Before they became synonymous with New Orleans, beignets were classic French pastries, fried to light and airy perfection. Cafe du Monde ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For Mardi Gras, it's only right to treat your taste buds to the most indulgent foods (the holiday means "Fat Tuesday" in French ...

Close up of a plate of beignets - Bhofack2/Getty Images A brassy, boisterous New Orleans Mardi Gras celebration is full of plenty of live music, parades, and parties, and the food is an integral part ...