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Between Three Kings’ Day on Jan. 6 and Mardi Gras — celebrated this year on Feb. 17 — bakeries in New Orleans churn out hundreds of thousands of ring-shaped king cakes, filled with cinnamon and other flavors like cream cheese, drizzled with icing and dusted with purple, green and gold sugar.
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Bakeries in New Orleans churn out hundreds of thousands of ring-shaped king cakes between Three Kings Day and Mardi Gras
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{ "date": "Feb. 9, 2026", "event": "Mardi Gras", "author": "Matt Haines", "location": "New Orleans", "date_range": "Jan. 6 - Feb. 17" } - UUID
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- February 20, 2026 at 12:52 AM (1 month ago)
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- February 20, 2026 at 12:52 AM (1 month ago)
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/09/dining/king-cake-baby-jesus.html
New Orleanians debate the meaning of the plastic baby in king cakes, with some believing it represents Jesus and others seeing it as a tradition rooted in ancient festivals. The article explores the history of the tradition and the various interpretations held by bakers and locals. The debate highlights the evolving meaning of cultural traditions.
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