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As we celebrate Mardi Gras, David Guas, a New Orleans native and pastry chef, dishes on king cake
"King cake is to Mardi Gras as pumpkin pie is to Thanksgiving — without it, the holiday just would not be the same! Every table in every home, office, cafeteria and lounge will be graced by a King Cake at some point between Twelfth Night on Jan. 6, and Fat Tuesday, when Lent begins," said Guas, who is also author of "Dam Good Sweet: Desserts to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, New Orleans Style. A post shared by Bayou Bakery / David Guas (@bayoubakery) A post shared by Bayou Bakery / David Guas (@bayoubakery)
"During this time, which can happily stretch for months depending on the calendar year, New Orleans is invaded with king cakes and parties," he added.
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