Appleton celebrates Mardi Gras with Jambalaya and King Cake

The History and Meaning of the Mardi Gras King Cake
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,
What is king cake? A Mardi Gras treat... with a baby inside
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.
You can't truly celebrate Mardi Gras without king cake. Find out what it is and where to find it.
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.
What is Mardi Gras? How to celebrate in 2025, where to get king cake in Binghamton
The ring-shaped, sugar-topped cake is a Mardi Gras staple. Typically decorated with icing and sugar or sprinkles in the traditional yellow, green, and purple colors of Mardi Gras, king cake is so called to represent Three Kings Day. A plastic baby is also traditionally hidden inside the cake for someone to find.
Happy Mardi Gras! Here's where to find a last-minute king cake in Austin
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.
Local bakery shows off King Cakes for Mardi Gras
If you're looking to indulge in King Cake for Mardi Gras, you don't have look any further than a bakery here in New Mexico.
King Cake: The Fat Tuesday treat explained
Over time, the "King Cake" became a staple of Mardi Gras, symbolizing celebration, good fortune, and some indulgence before fasting for Lent
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King cake of the day: Is this $76 New Orleans king cake worth it? I had to try and see.
Balboni's cannoli king cake has fired up a lot of buzz this Carnival season in New Orleans. Beyond its elaborate back story, ...
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A Crowning Moment for the New Orleans King Cake
King cake is rooted in religious tradition—it’s a Catholic custom that’s believed to have been adapted from an ancient Roman ...
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Powerful storms threaten Mardi Gras finale celebrations in New Orleans
Everyone is keeping their eyes on the skies in New Orleans as severe weather on the horizon could put a damper on the finale ...
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King cake of the day: Jewish baker blends New Orleans flavor with traditional challah
With a similar braided, fluffy exterior as challah, Deutch's king cake fuses New Orleans and Jewish traditions for a cinnamon ...
Metairie Road King Cake drive-thru is back
If it works for fried chicken, cups of coffee, or even New Orleans daiquiris, sooner or later, somebody had to put a King ...
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King cake and hurricanes: Where to celebrate Mardi Gras 2025 in metro Atlanta
Sip on hurricanes, indulge in king cake and let the good times roll. Head to Petite Violette for a New Orleans-inspired dinner menu featuring items like a New Orleans oyster sampler with ...
Findlay Market brings New Orleans flavors to Cincinnati with Mardi Gras event
Findlay Market brought a taste of New Orleans to Cincinnati on Sunday with its first-ever Mardi Gras tasting event.
Lagniappe shares recipes for Mardi Gras food
Executive chef Isaiah Durand brought King Cake and turtle soup to share the traditions of the day. King Cake is usually ...