Who Put the Baby in King Cake?

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Who Put the Baby in King Cake?

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Feb 28, 2020

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King cake is a tasty part of Mardi Gras celebrations today, but the traditions behind it go way back. Learn about the history of king cake, and why many now come with a small plastic baby, in this episode of BrainStuff.
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