Some good examples of Mardi Gras decorations include beads, bead wreaths, Mardi Gras trees, tri-color garlands, and bright ribbons and bows. These can be bought from Amazon, Gonola, and Windy City Novelties.
Bon, in french, means good. Mardi Gras means 'Fat Tuesday.' Saying Bon Mardi Gras is the english equivilant to saying Happy Mardi Gras.
That would be a good idea for decorating at Mardi Gras. You could put masks on the tree and beads.
let the good time roll
The traditional Mardi Gras cry is "Laissez les bon temps rouler," which translates to "Let the good times roll." This phrase captures the spirit of celebration and revelry associated with Mardi Gras festivities, particularly in New Orleans. It embodies the festive atmosphere of the season, encouraging people to enjoy the festivities and indulge in the joyous experiences that Mardi Gras brings.
Good Food, Great Times, Mardi Gras, and the New Orleans Saints
This site is probably a good first stop: http://www.mardigrascostumes.com/ but there are many others which are equally sensible; http://www.costumecraze.com/Mardi-Gras.html and http://www.buycostumes.com/browse/Adult-Costumes/Mardi-Gras/_/N-3iZ27/results1.aspx are two.
"Le bon rolle", Does it mean "let the good time rolle"?
Good Food, Great Times, oh and this little thing called Mardi Gras.
red beans and rice, muffalata, jambalaya and of course king cake
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, and it is common practice among Christians to sacrifice worldly pleasures during this season to remember the sacrifice of Jesus being crucified (Good Friday). Somewhere someone got the idea that if you're going to abstain from worldly pleasures for 40 days you might as well party it up for the day (Fat Tuesday) if not the week (MardiGras) before.
Maison Dupuy, New Orleans Hotel is only two blocks from bourbon Street so is a good choice for Mardi Gras but you'll want to book earlier. It also has a nice court yard for some privacy. The Dauphine Orleans Hotel is another good choice.
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is a tourist destination. Also New Orleans is well known for good food and restaurants.