2024 the best king cake recipe review

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"I once ate more than eighty king cakes in a single Carnival," author Matt Haines proudly remembers, demonstrating his dedication to this delicious Mardi Gras tradition. "So you can imagine how amazed I was to learn there has never been a coffee table book dedicated to king cakes!"

The Big Book of King Cake changes that, telling the thousands-year-old story through lush photography of more than one hundred and fifty unique king cakes, as well as stories from the diverse and talented bakers who make them.

While king cakes are typically only available during Carnival season, readers can enjoy this book year-round. From the traditional cakes generations of New Orleanians have loved, to the unconventional creations that break all the rules, this book is your guide to the Crescent City's favorite baked good.

The Big Book of King Cake is for anyone who loves food, history, sweets, culture, and of course, New Orleans.

From the Publisher

Celebrate Mardi Gras 2022 with the perfect gift for the king cake-, Mardi Gras-, or New Orleans-lover in your life. Or just treat yourself!

Featuring 75 New Orleans Bakeries and Bakers

Over 100 different cakes including a cricket king cake, octopus king cake, ice cream king cake, and so much more.

About the Author

Matt Haines’s interest in king cake was sparked in 2017 while eating more than eighty varieties during a single Carnival season. That same year, he hiked the Appalachian Trail using the trail name “King Cake.” Based in New Orleans, Matt writes professionally about food, travel, current events, and inspirational people. He’s written for Voice of America, CNN Underscored, Zagat, Fodor’s Travel, The Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate, Gambit Weekly, Very Local New Orleans, and others.

About the Photographer

Randy Krause Schmidt is a New Orleans-based portrait and food photographer. He’s had a sweet tooth for as long as he can remember, so he was elated to collaborate with Matt Haines on this celebration of such an integral part of the region’s food culture and the talented bakers who make it possible. His work has been featured in Vogue, Southern Living, Louisiana Cookin’, New Orleans Magazine, Where Magazine, Eater, and others.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Susan Schadt Press (December 14, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1733634126
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1733634120
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.6 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 1.3 x 11 inches
Reviewer: DENNIS BURAS
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: simply amazing
Review: "The Big Book of King Cake" is a delightful exploration of one of the most cherished traditions of Mardi Gras in New Orleans. It showcases a variety of recipes, reflecting both classic approaches and modern twists on the beloved king cake. If you’re a fan of baking or interested in the culinary practices of New Orleans, this book would be a valuable addition to your collection!

Reviewer: Ri
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great coffee table book
Review: Colorful book detailing the history of the cake. Local bakeries are also featured with their stories. The book is filled with great pictures. It is easy and enjoyable to read.

Reviewer: Mama Beth
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: King Cake Heaven!
Review: You’ll be surprised to discover so many treasured traditions and new ideas, history behind this rich confection, and the family that has branched off to many new companies.Great coffee table book!

Reviewer: Sancho
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Dig In!
Review: This is a beautifully illustrated book on the King cake. I bought it as a hospitality gift for a friend who is a "hobby" cook, and was also raised in New Orleans. I'm certain that he will enjoy it.

Reviewer: Courtney Stephens
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great table book
Review: Been having my eye on this for a while and it makes for a perfect table book for Mardi Gras!

Reviewer: Linda Soniat
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Worth it!
Review: Very well written and researched. Beautiful photography.

Reviewer: Bill Austin
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Many types of cakes
Review: Picture’s paper quality. Very good coffee table book.,

Reviewer: Blitz
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Beautiful book!
Review: Family lives in NOLA, obsessed as everyone down there with Mardi Gras, beads, king cake, etc. Bought this for my sister, in hopes she doesn't already have it. It's got beautiful photos, great stories about all the famous bakeries & bakers, and is a HUGE book. Well worth the price (and the price for shipping it down there for her!)