The origin of the first “cocktail” is disputed; however, New Orleans’ Sazerac is widely considered the oldest cocktail recognizable by name. It is also the city’s most iconic classic mixed drink. Originally made with the French cognac that gave it its name — Sazerac de Forge et Fils — the complex layering of ingredients usually calls for rye today.

Metro Atlanta is bringing the spirit of Mardi Gras to life with lively parades, festive parties, and plenty of beads, music, and Cajun-inspired eats.

Fat Tuesday is quickly approaching. For those who can’t make it to New Orleans to celebrate, these metro Atlanta bars and restaurants offer a way to join the festivities.

Mardi Gras is a few weeks away; Atlanteans can experience a piece of the 300-year-old tradition with the King Cake Drive-Thru.

The New Orleans Saints have learned their fair share of lessons over the years. According to one of their former executives, he's used some of what he learned in New Orleans to help him with his new team,

ATLANTA - With Mardi Gras just two weeks away, a special one-weekend-only pop-up event will bring a taste of New Orleans to Atlanta. The "King Cake Drive-Thru" will take place this Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or while supplies last.

Kevin Weekes of ESPN reported Wednesday that he had been informed by NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly and other sources that the league recently met with a group interested in bringing an expansion team to New Orleans. The meeting took place at the NHL's league offices in New York.

The Atlanta Hawks are in a weird place this season, due to their first-round selection being owned by the San Antonio Spurs, but Dyson Daniels has made it all worth it.

New Orleans Fire Captain John Blackwell ran towards the unknown without hesitation, fueled only by courage and an unshakable sense of duty.