If you've ever had a king cake for Mardi Gras, you know that the baby is the most important component; but what does it mean?

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King Cake, with its rich history and unique tradition, is a centerpiece of Mardi Gras festivities.

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Chelsea Tripp, owner of Kouign Bakery, is photographed with trays of king cakes in Wallingford on February 16, 2026. Kouign ...

Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, is a day of indulgence before Lent. Learn about its traditions, colors, and the ...

NEWINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — With Mardi Gras around the corner, bakeries and grocers across Connecticut are doing some heavy lifting to deliver king cakes for customers. At Stew Leonard’s in Newington, ...

With Mardi Gras 2026 fast approaching, the last call for king cakes is coming soon. Here are the best our food writer Ian ...

From high-energy parades to colorful beads and masks, there are dozens of traditions involved in Mardi Gras. Here's when and ...