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.

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,

When Christianity extended its influence and displaced other religions, the king cake was adopted into the Christian tradition. The cake was used to honor the biblical three kings, whose journey to Bethlehem to greet the baby Jesus took 12 days (hence the 12 days of Christmas).

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