January 6 is alreadyEpiphany! It's a day that gourmets will celebrate with dignity by devouring one of the many galettes des rois created by local pastry chefs. Whether traditional or unusual, the galette is sure to tantalize your taste buds with its generous frangipane and golden hue.
For those undecided about where to eat the famous galette des rois, competitions are organized every year, rewarding the best almond galettes in each département of the Paris region.
After the Greater Paris, the Essonne, the Yvelines, and the Val-d’Oise, it’s now Seine-et-Marne’s turn to unveil its top bakeries. On December 9th, the Seine-et-Marne Bakery House announced the results of its 2026 Best Almond King Cake Competition. After tasting, smelling, and examining numerous entries, the jury awarded the top prize to Aux 4 Épis in La Ferté-sous-Jouarre. The bakery took home the title of Best Almond King Cake in Seine-et-Marne for 2026, in the “Business” category.
In second place, we have the bakery Aux 2 Épis located in Saint-Jean-les-Deux-Jumeaux. The Moulin de Chessy takes third place on the podium. Keep in mind, these award-winning artisanal galettes will be available to enjoy starting January 2026.
