Galette Des Rois, known as King Cake, is a popular French cake to celebrate the holiday of Epiphany which takes place on January 6. It is the day when the Three Kings (les rois) visited the Baby Jesus.
The cake is offered for the most part of January in France and is a tradition stemming from the 14th century.
In modern times, the Galette des Rois is simply a festive way to celebrate the new year with family and friends, regardless of religious background.
The traditional Galette des Rois is a layered, flaky puff pastry with a frangipane or apple filling.
A lucky bean or fève (favor) is hidden in the cake. The person who finds the feve in his or her slice becomes honourary King or Queen for the day. In the modern day, a figurine or trinket is used in place of a bean.
Here are a few bakeries and patisseries in Metro Vancouver which are offering Galette des Rois.
Thomas Haas
Thomas Haas (2539 West Broadway, Vancouver; 128-998 Harbourside Drive, North Vancouver) is offering Galette des Rois in two flavours: Classic- Almond with orange zest and a touch of Grand Marnier and Pistachio- Almond.
Available online and in-store starting December 31.
Ca Croustille
Ca Croustille is offering Galette des Rois in Traditional or Apple flavours.
Thierry
Thierry is offering Galette Des Rois available in small, medium or large. Pre-order now, available from January 6th to end of January.
Mon Paris Patisserie
Mon Paris Patisserie in Burnaby is offering two flavours this year: Classic Almond Frangipane and Pistachio and Raspberries. Available from January 7 to January 30.
L’Atelier Patisserie
L’Atelier Patisserie is offering Galette Des Rois staring Epiphany and throughout the month of January.
