Future Mardi Gras Dates and How They’re Calculated One of the most common questions people ask is: “Why does Mardi Gras change every year?” The simple answer is this: Because Easter changes every year, and Mardi Gras is always celebrated 47 days before Easter Sunday. Since Easter can fall anywhere between late March and late…
What Is a Second Line?
The Story Behind One of New Orleans’ Most Beloved Traditions If you’ve ever visited New Orleans, chances are you’ve seen—or at least heard—a brass band leading a crowd of people dancing through the streets, waving colorful umbrellas and handkerchiefs. That’s called a Second Line, and it’s one of the city’s most recognizable traditions. A Second…
Why Is There a Baby in a King Cake?
The tiny plastic baby hidden inside a King Cake is one of Mardi Gras’ most recognizable traditions, but few people know how it began. The story stretches back thousands of years, blending ancient customs, Christian traditions, European baking, and a little New Orleans legend. For the Christian perspective click here Where Did the Tradition Begin?…
Can You Ship King Cakes Anywhere In The United States?
The Short Answer: Yes One of the most common questions we receive is: “Can you ship a king cake to my state?” The answer is almost always yes. Today, king cakes can be shipped virtually anywhere in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii. Whether you’re celebrating Mardi Gras in New York, California, Texas, Colorado,…
What Is The Best King Cake Delivery Company?
Choosing The Right King Cake Company With dozens of bakeries offering king cakes online, many customers ask the same question: “What is the best king cake delivery company?” The answer depends on what you’re looking for. Some customers want the cheapest cake. Others want the biggest cake. Some want unique flavors. But if you’re looking…
How Do King Cakes Stay Fresh During Shipping?
The Right Bakery Is More Important Than Choosing the Shipping Company One of the most common questions we hear is: “How can a king cake travel across the country and still arrive fresh?” The answer surprises many people. Freshness starts with the bakery, not the shipping company. FedEx, UPS, and other carriers can only deliver…
King Cake – more than just a dessert
In New Orleans, a city where every cobblestone street and Creole cottage tells a story, the King Cake stands out as a delicious narrator of our most colorful time of year: Mardi Gras. From the first slice served on Twelfth Night to the last crumb enjoyed on Fat Tuesday, the King Cake is a staple…
Bringing a Taste of Louisiana to Your Doorstep: The Story of Our King Cakes Going National
Hello there, friends and fellow Mardi Gras enthusiasts! Dave Brennan here, the proud owner of King King Cakes, nestled right in the pulsing heart of New Orleans. If you’re reading this, you likely share my love for the rich traditions of Mardi Gras, and of course, the king cake. For years, our bakery has been…
Mardi Gras in New Orleans: A Symphony of Flavors and Traditions
Greetings from New Orleans, the heart of Mardi Gras celebrations and culinary delights! I am Dave Brennan, the proud owner of King King Cakes, and today, I’m thrilled to share with you the essence of our Mardi Gras festivities—our king cakes. In New Orleans, Mardi Gras is not just a festival; it’s a season of…
The Hidden Meanings Behind the Objects in King Cakes: More Than Just a Baby
Hello, y’all! Dave Brennan here, the proud owner of King King Cakes in the heart of New Orleans. Today, I’d like to dive deep into a tradition that’s close to my heart and full of delightful surprises—King Cakes. Not just any King Cake, though, but one that holds multiple hidden objects, each bearing a unique…