This book tells a "thousands-year-old story through lush photography of more than one hundred and fifty unique king cakes, as well as stories from the diverse and talented bakers who make them. While king cakes are typically only available during Carnival season, readers can enjoy this book year-round. From the traditional cakes generations of New Orleanians have loved to the unconventional creations that break all the rules, this book is your guide to the Crescent City's favorite baked good"--Publisher marketing.