Answers to common questions about king cakes, Mardi Gras traditions, shipping, freshness, and nationwide delivery.
When ordering a king cake online—for yourself or as a gift—the real test of value is not simply what you paid. Will opening the box exceed your expectations—or those of your customer, friend or family member—or leave whoever receives it appreciative but underwhelmed? Of course it needs to taste great, but the answer depends on…
Planning to Enjoy Your King Cake Later? If you won’t be serving your King Cake within the next few days, the best place for it is the freezer. Simply place the entire inner King Cake box in your freezer. There’s no need to keep the outer shipping box. When you’re ready to enjoy it, remove…
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…
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?…
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…
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…
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,…