Believed to have originated in twelfth-century France, the King cake tradition is an homage to the wise men (three kings).
The unofficial regent is also expected to host the next King cake party--or at least provide the cake! So, of course, everyone asks Who got the Baby in the King Cake? Downing\'s hand-cut colorful collage illustrations accompany h.
In New Orleans, as in Europe, a charm or plastic Baby is hidden inside the cake and whoever finds the treasure is crowned King or queen for the day.
Believed to have originated in twelfth-century France, the King cake tradition is an homage to the wise men (three kings)