Galette des rois guide

This Kings' Cake from a bakery in the Yvelines region is enough to delight your taste buds.

Epiphany Celebrations: A Sweet Tradition in Marly-le-Roi All pastry lovers are invited to Marly-le-Roi in the Yvelines department to sample the famous galette des rois crafted by Pâtisserie Haelewyn. This renowned bakery has garnered multiple accolades, including second place at the 2026 Yvelines Best Galette competition and the prestigious title of Best Bakery in Yvelines for 2025.

Frangipane King Cakes with Almond and Pistachio from Le Jardin Sucré, available in Paris and the Yvelines

Head for Jardin Sucré in the 17ᵉ arrondissement of Paris, or Cernay-la-Ville in the Yvelines, to feast on their galettes des rois. On the menu: a traditional almond frangipane, topped with vanilla, and another with pistachio of course, their signature gourmet.

The Epiphany Kings’ Cake by Ophélie Barès 2026 – We Want More!

The Encore pastry shop by Ophélie Barès, located in Asnières-sur-Seine, is delighting fans once again with its 2026 Kings’ Cake. Winner of the 2023 Young Talent Award from La Liste and ranked among the top by Le Parisien in 2025, Ophélie Barès elevates the classic galette des Rois to new heights with a signature inverted puff pastry and a fragrant almond-flavored frangipane. A must-try this January.

The King’s Cakes from Maison Caffet are truly outstanding for 2026

For Epiphany 2026, Maison Caffet is unveiling two unique takes on the king cake: the Pomm'Envoûtée, featuring apples and almond crumble, and the classic flaky almond galette. Both will be available from January 1st in all stores and online.

Yvelines: here's where to enjoy the best almond galette of 2026 in the department

The 2026 galette des rois season is open! For residents of Yvelines, Croissy-sur-Seine is the place to be this January to taste the best almond galette in the department.

The delicious handcrafted King Cakes from Roulés Boulés 2026

Alert! Looking for the best handcrafted Kings’ Cakes in Paris at affordable prices? We recommend checking out Roulés Boulés, a bakery in the 3rd arrondissement that’s serving up everything from classic almond and chocolate-hazelnut galettes to exotic flavors like pandan and even durian — starting January 5, 2026.

King Cake with Frangipane and Cinnamon 2026 at Baiman’s Cake in Montreuil

For Epiphany 2025, Baiman's Cake in Montreuil is offering two handcrafted kings' cakes, created in collaboration with talented pastry chef Anthony Nguyen. On the menu: a classic frangipane and a unique cinnamon-infused version.

King Cake with Sobacha: Christophe Louie’s Unique Buckwheat Creation

Christophe Louie reveals his King’s Cake made with sobacha to be enjoyed starting January 6, 2026, at his Parisian bakery. This innovative creation features puffed buckwheat and is the result of a collaboration with pastry chef Anthony Nguyen.

King Cake with a Twist: Lalla Coffee’s Pistachio Baklava-Inspired Creation

Lalla Coffee is set to debut its Epiphany galette, reimagined as a baklava-inspired pastry with pistachio, starting January 5, 2026, at its café in the 12th arrondissement of Paris. This sweet creation offers a delightful Middle Eastern twist, crafted in collaboration with pastry chef Antho Nguyen. We tried it ourselves and highly recommend it—especially if you're a true pistachio fan.

The 2026 Kings' Cakes at La Grande Épicerie de Paris: Delightful sweet and savory creations to enjoy!

For Epiphany 2026, La Grande Épicerie in Paris presents a delightful quartet of King's Cakes—sweet and savory—to impress your guests!

The 2026 Kings' Cake by Louis Vuitton, crafted by Maxime Frédéric: hazelnuts elevated with Monogram elegance

The 2026 King's Cake by Louis Vuitton, crafted by Maxime Frédéric, offers a modern twist on tradition with an irresistibly indulgent hazelnut flair. Featuring golden Viennese pastry layers, monogrammed accents, creamy frangipane, and a porcelain Vivienne figurine fève, it elevates the classic Epiphany treat into a luxurious, edible masterpiece!

The 2026 King’s Cake at Shangri-La Paris by Timothy Lam: An Exceptional Creation

For Epiphany 2026, Shangri-La Paris is unveiling Chef Timothy Lam's signature king cake, beautifully golden with hazelnut frangipane and crunchy gianduja shards. Crispy yet creamy, and decadently regal, it’s ready to crown your taste buds!

Almond, Vanilla & Praline Spéculoos: Matthieu Carlin's 2026 Kings' Cake at the Hôtel de Crillon

For Epiphany 2026, the Hôtel de Crillon reveals an elegant and delicately crafted galette, designed by pastry chef Matthieu Carlin in collaboration with fine jewelry house Christofle, at their Butterfly pastry shop. This indulgent and nostalgic treat combines the flavors of almond, vanilla, and praline spiced with a touch of speculoos.

The exquisite Carya King Cake from Maison du Chocolat for 2026

The House of Chocolate reveals its 2026 Epiphany King Cake, named Carya. This creation celebrates the pecan nut, beautifully paired with rich dark chocolate in a delicious combination. Available from January 3 to 19, 2026, in the Paris boutiques, reservations open on December 29.

Galette des Rois at Bacha Coffee: Paris's flagship embraces the Epiphany celebration

For its first Epiphany celebration in the capital, the renowned Bacha Coffee House is unveiling its King Cake at the heart of its flagship store on the Champs-Élysées, from December 30, 2025, to January 24, 2026.

The George V Galette des Rois: a gourmet creation for Epiphany 2026.

For Epiphany 2026, the Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris invites us to discover a unique and refined galette des rois, created by chefs Michael Bartocetti and Guillaume Cabrol. Available for pre-order since October 15, 2025, and available for pickup from December 26 to January 6, this creation stands out for its chocolate puff pastry and frangipane with Cazette de Bourgogne flowers.

Claire Heitzler's 2026 Frangipane King Cake with Vanilla and Orange Blossom

Claire Heitzler unveils her Néroli galette in Levallois-Perret for January 2026: a vanilla-frangipane with a hint of orange blossom, nestled within a golden, flaky crust. The pastry chef also offers a classic almond and hazelnut version.

Lenôtre's Kings' Cakes 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France

Lenôtre reveals its 2026 King’s King Cakes starting January 2nd in its Parisian and Île-de-France boutiques. The house presents its new flagship creation, Escale en Orient, infused with hints of orange blossom and dates, alongside its classic almond galette and a traditional Bordeaux-style brioche.

Epiphany 2026: Discover where to find the best almond tarts across Île-de-France

This January, many are curious about where to enjoy and pick up the finest galettes des rois across Paris, Seine-et-Marne, Yvelines, Essonne, and Val-d'Oise. Several regional contests have declared the top almond galettes of 2026. Find out who took home the awards and discover the acclaimed bakeries!

The sublime Galette des Rois 2026 from Le Bristol Paris by Maxence Barbot

For Epiphany 2026, Maxence Barbot, the new pastry chef at Le Bristol Paris, has created a spectacular galette des rois. Available for pre-order from December 26, 2025, this signature creation consists of 27 layers of puff pastry brioche combined with cider apples and Calvados frangipane. A traditional galette also accompanies this edition.