Here Are 8 Crazy Traditions You'll Totally Get If You're From New Orleans
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Kezia Kamenetz
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If you are from New Orleans, you know that we like to do things a little bit different here. We have a unique culture that we work hard to preserve. Here are some of our best traditions.
Don't want to be around the dinner table on Thanksgiving? Then you'll be right at home in New Orleans--we go to the horse races, and make sure you wear your most creative and beautiful hat!
It's a lovely NOLA tradition full of spirit and respect.
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To make your Mondays go down a bit smoother, start your beans on Sunday night and don’t worry about them until dinner the next night. Or, go to your local diner and pick up your own bowl!
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When Mardi Gras rolls around, all bets are off--you can bet we're going to do anything we can to make sure we get that Zulu Coconut or Muses Shoe!
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After 12th night, you better be on alert--King Cake will be everywhere, and if you get the baby, it's your job to bring the next cake!
When you need a respite from the stresses of family, don't forget a visit to your local bar--the Christmas Tree Bar on Oak Street is a great choice.
When the Saints aren't playing well, New Orleanians don't just take it lying down--we put on our paper bags.
The Mardi Gras Indians are probably the most intricate and talented costume designers in NOLA, but so many people spend weeks making sure they are looking their absolute best during Mardi Gras.
What are your favorite New Orleans traditions? Which do you think are the best? Let us know in the comments below. We love to hear from you!
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