Dong Phuong Bakery
New Orleans East
4.8 / 5
The brioche-style bread is lighter and flakier than anything else... the cream cheese frosting has a delicious saltiness that sets it apart.
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Manny Randazzo King Cakes
Metairie
4.7 / 5
The gold standard of traditional king cakes. The pecan praline is like a good praline crossed with a caramel cake.
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The Chantilly king cake is a game changer. The dough is pillowy and the mascarpone whipped cream is refreshing.
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The Pink Parade cake is resplendent; it practically glows! It looks like something Dr. Seuss would come up with.
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