Is Mardi Gras the real crêpe holiday? Not in France.
In this short, we explain La Chandeleur (Candlemas), France’s official crêpe day on February 2, and why it’s often confused with Mardi Gras or Pancake Day in the UK. Chandeleur is tied to the return of light and long-standing religious tradition, while Mardi Gras is about using up rich foods before Lent. Same batter, very different reasons.
If you’ve ever wondered why French people eat crêpes today, what Chandeleur actually celebrates, or how it differs from Mardi Gras, this video breaks it down.
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