The 55th Greasing of the Poles is almost here! 🎭✨ I caught up with @Evie Eats to see how she’s preparing to compete in this one-of-a-kind, star-studded spectacle kicking off Mardi Gras weekend at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans. This year’s contestants: 🎶 @HaSizzle – The King of Bounce 👑 @Fleurty Girl – The powerhouse behind Fleurty Girl 📰 Chelsea Brasted – Journalist and co-author of Axios New Orleans 🍽️ Evelyn Bories – Local social media foodie in New Orleans With live music, celebrity judges, and a little bit of champagne-fueled chaos, you won’t want to miss it! As Caleb, the forever upbeat doorman, says best: ‘Everyone will be there… and they may even be a little tipsy.’ 🍾💃 📅 Friday, Feb 28 | 10 AM 📍Royal Sonesta New Orleans #Greasing2025 #GreasingofthePoles #mardigras @The Times-Picayune | NOLA.com