On Epiphany, Parisians gather to enjoy the classic King Cake. Whether flaky and filled with frangipane or almond cream, it’s a cherished tradition of sharing. While modern variations push the boundaries of creativity, the traditional style remains the crowd favorite: a golden, flaky pastry baked to perfection, enclosing a rich, almond-based filling.
So, what exactly goes into a classic King Cake? The frangipane is made from a creamy blend of almonds and pastry cream; meanwhile, simple almond cream consists solely of butter, sugar, ground almonds, and eggs. The outcome? Almond cream delivers a stronger, more pronounced flavor, while frangipane is softer and melts in your mouth with a creamy texture.
As a symbol of expert pastry craftsmanship, the traditional king cake continues to captivate with its refined simplicity. Every year, it reminds us that in January, indulgence is still a cherished tradition. Are you also ready to say goodbye to chocolate kings' cakes, apple-flavored versions, and other creative variations dreamed up by Parisian pastry chefs?
Explore the creations of Parisian chefs and pastry artists to indulge in the purest tradition, in celebration of Epiphany 2026!
Seine-et-Marne: Where to find the best almond galette in the department for 2026?
A few weeks ahead of Epiphany, pastry lovers are already eagerly anticipating the season. In Seine-et-Marne, a recent competition crowned the bakery that will produce the department’s best almond galette of 2026. Find out who took home the top prize! [Read more]
Île-de-France: the best almond galette des rois of 2026 can be enjoyed in the Hauts-de-Seine department.
Wondering where to enjoy the best almond galette in Greater Paris in 2026? On December 5, the Greater Paris Bakers' Union announced its winners. So, who took first prize? The best almond galette in the Paris region can now be found in Hauts-de-Seine! [Read more]
Essonne: where can you find the best almond galette 2026 in the department?
In January 2026, Athis-Mons will be the place to be to taste the best almond galette in Essonne. The bakery-pastry shop "Les Petits Gourmands" is the grand winner of the 2026 competition organized by the department's Chamber of Trades and Crafts. [Read more]
Yvelines: where can you find the best almond galette in the department in 2026?
The 2026 galette des rois season will soon be upon us! For residents of Yvelines, Croissy-sur-Seine is the place to be in January to taste the best almond galette in the department. [Read more]
Galette des Rois 2026: Arnaud Larher's gourmet creations in Paris
For Epiphany 2026, Meilleur Ouvrier de France Arnaud Larher is unveiling his new Chloé galette in his Parisian boutiques, alongside the Twin and Larher galettes. Available throughout January. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
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