In some parts, it’s known as Fat Tuesday. But in Chicago, Tuesday, March 4 marks Paczki Day. Paczki, pronounced “puhnch-kee, ...

Fat Tuesday, or Mardi Gras, marks the final day of indulgence before the season of Lent begins in many Christian traditions.

At Trefzger’s Bakery in Peoria Heights, it’s a busy day. Bakers were busy Monday afternoon frosting circular puff pastries with white frosting and gold, green, and purple sprinkles. Each king cake is ...

The Carnival season, or Mardi Gras season, officially begins on Epiphany, Jan. 6, and lasts through Fat Tuesday.