International Takes On the King Cake: From Rosca De Reyes to Galette Des Rois

October 24, 2023 King King Cakes

Mardi Gras is a time-honored tradition that transcends borders, celebrated in various forms and under different names worldwide. While New Orleans is widely recognized for its vibrant Mardi Gras celebrations and iconic King Cake, lesser-known is the fact that this delicious pastry has cultural cousins across the globe.

King of All Cakes, Mardi Gras King Cakes Return to Bakeries/Grocery Stores

January 21, 2022 Dylan Domangue, KALB

It’s Mardi Gras season in Louisiana, and that means the return of king cakes to local bakeries and grocery stores.

King’s Day 2019: King Cakes, Second-Lines, a Peek Inside Bakery Kitchens

January 9, 2019 Ann Maloney, Nola.com

Throughout the greater New Orleans area bakers rise early to work in cinnamon-and-sugar scented kitchens, where huge tubs of cream cheese filling swirl in mixers, expert hands swiftly braid sweet cinnamon into dough and sprinkle purple, green and gold sugars.