6 Spots to Buy A King Cake in Charlotte, North Carolina

Mardi Gras is right around the corner, so start collecting beads! As a child, my family had a big Mardi Gras party. I am not sure exactly what I remember, but one thing I will never forget is the King Cake. Then I had no idea what it was, but now that I am older, I appreciate how much fun it was.

First off, you have to know what a King Cake is before you decide to buy one. A King Cake is also known as a three kings cake or galette des rois, in French. This sweet pastry is shaped like a wreath and is part of Mardi Gras celebrations throughout the country.

Typically, the cake is colorful, covered with thick frosting, and decorated with colorful sugar sprinkles. There is also a baby inside. Not a real one of course, but a toy. The small baby symbolizes Jesus and is hidden in the king's cake. If your slice has the baby, it symbolizes luck and prosperity. I never got the baby on the cake, but I think my time will come soon. If you want to celebrate Mardi Gras with a fun King Cake, here are 6 spots to buy a King Cake in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Located at Panaderia El Quezal, 925 Eastway Drive, Charlotte. You can see more on ordering here.

Manolo’s Latin Bakery is located at 4405-C Central Avenue, Charlotte. See more on ordering here.

Located at Suarez Bakery, 4245 Park Road, Charlotte. King Cake preorders are almost sold out. The last dates available are Feb 23–25 to order one.

So random, but you can also buy one online with Amazon Prime. This cake also has a small plastic baby to put inside the cake. You can see more here.

Call and they can help fill a King Cake order for you Bundt style! See more here.

You can pick up at any Publix location in the Charlotte area a yummy King Cake. They are prepackaged but just as good! Click here to see more about picking one up.