eat + drink

MARDI GRAS BRUNCH

What: Annual homage to Mardi Gras at Jax Cafe, featuring a New Orleans-inspired menu (jambalaya, red beans and rice, chicken étouffée, beignets and more) supplemented by brunch standards (waffles, pecan pancakes, omelets to order) and live music by the Minnesota Dixie Trio.

When: Feb. 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Jax Cafe, 1928 University Av. NE., Minneapolis.

Reservations: $26 adults, $11 children 10 and under, call 612-789-7297, ext. 1.

RICK NELSON