There’s no better place to experience the magic of Mardi Gras than in New Orleans. It’s home to one of the most extravagant and lively celebrations in the country, filled with vibrant beads, dazzling parades,

The holiday means parades, parties and, of course, lots of good food, drinks and desserts. One of those desserts you might be overindulging in this Mardi

New Orleans, Louisiana – Mardi Gras is here, which means now is the time to devour its traditional treat - king cake! But what exactly is king cake anyway, and why is there a "baby" inside? King cake is everywhere in Louisiana during Mardi Gras season.

King cake is rooted in religious tradition—it’s a Catholic custom that’s believed to have been adapted from an ancient Roman one—but in New Orleans it’s also a “huge economic boon,” Bronwen Wyatt, a baker and a recipe developer,

With Mardi Gras 2025 fast approaching, the last call for king cakes is coming soon. Here are the best our food writer Ian McNulty sampled so far this season.

There are bakeries in New Orleans that will ship king cakes, many that can arrive overnight. A list can be found on the New Orleans tourism website. Many local grocery stores sell them pre-packaged. And some local bakeries will custom make a king cake.

The Biloxi bakery with an unusual name is going in a different direction after the head baker decided to stir things up. Here’s what is next for their cakes and treats.

When Christianity extended its influence and displaced other religions, the king cake was adopted into the Christian tradition. The cake was used to honor the biblical three kings, whose journey to Bethlehem to greet the baby Jesus took 12 days (hence the 12 days of Christmas).

Balboni's cannoli king cake has fired up a lot of buzz this Carnival season in New Orleans. Beyond its elaborate back story, here's what the extravagant cake is like.

Over time, the “King Cake” became a staple of Mardi Gras, symbolizing celebration, good fortune, and some indulgence before fasting for Lent

Let the Good Times Roll! Indulge in the spirit of Mardi Gras with a delicious King Cake from these top Austin bakeries. Orders are available now.

After a season of sweet competition, visitors to the Ocean Springs Visitors Center have spoken! Sucre Dolot Bakery has been crowned the winner of the 2025 Ocean Springs King Cake Contest. Throughout the Mardi Gras season,