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“We were the first to use the babies,” he said.
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Donald Entringer Sr said they were first to use babies
- Confidence Score
- 0.950
- Claim Maker
- Donald Entringer Sr
- Context Type
- News Article
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{ "date": "Feb. 9, 2026", "event": "Mardi Gras", "author": "Matt Haines", "person": "Donald Entringer Sr" } - UUID
- a11f156e-35dd-48f7-bff4-a5105010810c
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- February 20, 2026 at 12:52 AM (6 months ago)
- Last Updated
- February 20, 2026 at 12:52 AM (6 months 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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