According to ExploreLouisiana.com, French settlers came to Louisiana in the 18th century, they brought their traditions, such as the king cake, which was, at the time, served during Epiphany.

King cake—also known as three kings cake or galette des rois, in French—is a sweet bread pastry that’s part of Mardi Gras celebrations across the country.

This sweet treat is associated with Mardi Gras, but its history traces back to Twelfth Night. Learn about the history of king cake, what it tastes like, where to get it, and why there's a baby ...

EVEN OLDER, AT THE TIME OF EUROPEAN PAGANISM– THERE WERE CELEBRATIONS WHERE ONE LUCKY MEMBER FROM THE TOWNSFOLK WOULD BECOME A KING OF FOOLS, OR KING FOR DAY. FRENCH BAKERS WOULD SOON HIDE SMALL ...

King cakes have become synonymous with Mardi Gras! The iconic cake features cinnamon-infused, hand-braided brioche bread, a creamy icing glaze, topped with purple, green, and gold sugar, colorful ...