It’s basically a giant glazed donut topped with sugar. Sugar Shack–Located in Franklinton, LA, this is the favorite king cake of folks in Washington parish. Sugar Love is also the inventor of King Cake on a Stick. Sugar Love Bakery–home to delicious and slightly sparkly king cakes, Sugar Love frequently takes home the top prize at king cake parties. They offer a wide variety of sizes and flavors during the season. Unlike Nonna’s the sprinkles are purple green and gold instead of pink, yellow, and blue. If you grew up on Manny Randazzo’s and need your fix, Camellia City is pretty close. They make a ton of varieties–my personal favorite is the pecan praline. They have a Covington location and one right off of Highway 59. Nonna Randazzo’s–a perennial favorite on the northshore, Nonna Randazzo’s makes a LOT of king cake this time of year. If you do make the trip all the way to Springfield expect an exceptionally nice staff and low prices. Expect to get filling on your hands if you attempt to eat a slice that way. These cakes are over-stuffed with filling and a little flatter than a traditional cake. Navarre’s Bakery–now this bakery is actually located in Springfield, Louisiana which is in Livingston parish, but if you ask someone in Tangipahoa parish their favorite king cake, Navarre’s will inevitably get mentioned. She claims to be the first baker to start filling her king cakes (with apple pie filling and cream cheese). Marguerite’s Cakes–Marguerite’s cakes has been a staple in Slidell for ages. For pictures of the Mardi Gras Mambo, check out our post about this unique cake. This is a small operation so I recommended calling ahead to find out about availability. They are best-known for their “Mambo” cake that features four flavors in one medium-sized cake. Maple Street Bakery–Located in Abita Springs, Maple street offers traditional, cream cheese filled, and a variety of other flavors. They also offer a unique chocolate king cake which you can see here. Many varieties are available in small, medium, and large to best suit your needs. Mandeville Bake Shop–Mandeville bake shop provides a variety of king cakes including some that are very similar to the classic McKenzie’s-style cake which is just sugar and glaze with no white icing. They offer a wide variety of flavors and sizes during the season. King Kake King–sold at Buttercrisp Diner in Covington, these cakes are a favorite among the Covington crowd. They also offer the creative flavor Almond Crunch if you’re looking for something new to try. They can be purchased this year at Pho Grace in Hammond, Pho Cong in Covington, and Bo Tea Cafe in Slidell.ĭoughlicious Donuts–these donut-style king cakes are a big hit in Tangipahoa parish and available for pick up at their shop in Hammond. Their king cakes have also been crowned the winner at New Orleans’ King Cake Festival for both the “most original” and “traditional” categories.ĭong Phuong–located in New Orleans East, this king cake is so hot that a few Northshore businesses carry them. Bakery King CakesĬocoa Bean Bakery–the Cocoa Bean is known for their elaborate birthday cakes. We’ve got a list of the specialties out there and we’ve also got a list of king cake inspired treats. We’re telling you who sells king cake and what kinds they carry. So for any of you approaching king cake season with a sporting attitude. Others have tasting parties and anoint the best king cake. For some people it’s a sport–they try as many different types of king cakes as they can in the weeks leading up to Mardi Gras day. The great equalizer, king cakes can be bought practically anywhere this time of year–I just spotted some for sale at my pharmacy! They also start earlier in the season and you can fully enjoy one whether it rains or not. You may think that Carnival season is about parades and fancy balls, but really. King Cake Season is a little wild and sometimes items won’t be available every day or they may only be available if you order in advance, and there are often sell outs of popular cakes so be aware. Most of the time I’ve been able to confirm that the information is correct, but please call in advance before you get in your car and drive somewhere. This year’s King Cake Guide is brought to you by Rapid Urgent Care, open seven days a week, three hundred and sixty-five days a year–even holidays.Įditor’s Note: this post is updated for 2022.
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