Manny Randazzo King Cakes Blog

The History of New Orleans' Favorite Sandwich: The Poboy

Lovingly abbreviated to "poboys," poor boy sandwiches are foundational to the culinary culture in New Orleans.

Unique Influences in NOLA Architecture

The city of New Orleans possesses a multifaceted culture that makes itself known in its music, food, art, and of course, architecture.

Krewe of Bacchus

The Krewe of Bacchus celebrates one of the most memorable krewe innovators and kings to the Mardi Gras parade since its inception!

Can you Bring King Cake on a Plane?

King cakes are so delicious on the ground, why not also enjoy them in the air?

When is King Cake Season?

Although some like to think that it's king cake season all year round (and who are we to judge a demanding sweet tooth?), there's a certain date that king cake bakeries in New Orleans hold as sacred: January 6th.

Krewe of Endymion

The Krewe of Endymion is one of only three Krewes large enough to be considered a “Super Krewe.” Calling the Mercedes Benz Superdome it's home, Endymion is the only parade that rides through it.

Can Dogs Eat King Cake?

Although our famous New Orleans king cakes are perfect for parties of any stripe, feeding them to your dog is generally not something that we would recommend!

Can you Freeze your King Cake?

Manny Randazzo's is famous throughout South Louisiana for its king cakes. People stand in line for hours waiting to purchase one of our deliciously fresh king cakes. No need to purchase your king cake last minute for the sake of freshness. You can buy your king cake ahead of time and freeze it immediately, saving your king cake for the right time.

Happy Mardi Gras! Thanks for your business!

Say good-bye to 2020 and welcome 2021 with open arms. Here at Manny Randazzo's, we want to wish everyone a Happy New Year and thank you for your consistent business during this difficult year. With the new year coming in, it is time to start preparing for the Carnival Season!

Give your Valentine a King Cake

Nothing says love like a cake from Randazzo's! This Valentine's Day, surprise your sweetheart with one of our heart-shaped Valentine's Day king cakes. With Valentine's Day coming up, you might be struggling to find the perfect gift or the perfect dessert for your special Valentine's Day dinner. At Randazzo's, we make the perfect heart-shaped king cake with pink, red, and white sprinkles and a deliciously creamy pink drizzle icing.