"Ducking into the swank Four Seasons New Orleans on Mardi Gras Day is a fine idea if you aren’t on a budget and need a dose of pampered civility. Have a drink at the James Beard-nominated Candelier Bar, get some raw oysters and steak frites at Donald Link’s Chemin à la Mer or a whole fried chicken at Miss River from Alon Shaya. Both restaurants are serving the regular menus." - Beth D’Addono