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Top 5 Baton Rouge King Cakes

February 1, 2019 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

King Cake truly is the demise of many New Year’s resolutions, but how can we resist this buttery danish pastry, sweetened with dusted sugar, icing and a plethora of flavored fillings? Not us! Here are the top 5 King Cakes in Baton Rouge according to YOU, Baton Rouge moms! Enjoy this trail of delicious King Cakes, try them all to decide the best for yourself.

Top 5 Baton Rouge King Cakes:

Thee Heavenly Donut – Voted BEST KING CAKE by Baton Rouge moms! Home of the BOUDIN king cake and Pecan praline, Banana Foster, Turtle, LA Cajun Mud, Strawberry and famous Fried King Cakes! Owned by a fellow Baton Rouge mom, THEE HEAVENLY Donut’s mission is to offer the freshest (made daily), handmade donuts, kolaches, king cakes, cupcakes and specialty cakes– all year round. Owners Kara and Shane Castille have a passion for great customer service and treating their customers like family. Their products are like no other in the greater Baton Rouge area!

Oak Point Fresh Market – You can stop by both Watson and Central to grab a specialty King Cake!! Baked fresh daily. Flavors include Chantilly, Black Forest, Caramel Apple Heath, Turtle King Cake and more!

Rouses – Rouses king cakes are made with their exclusive gourmet cinnamon dough, iced, and sprinkled with decorative sugars in the carnival colors of purple (for justice), green (for faith), and gold (for power).

Calandro’s – With over 50 flavors to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect King Cake at Calandro’s! The new flavor for 2019 is an exciting one. In 2018, Calandro’s started making their own Italian cookies, so of course, they had to infuse a King Cake with Italian Cookie goodness. So the brand new “Little Italy” Gourmet flavor now has Italian cookie crumbles inside and crumbled on top along with a Fig & Bavarian Creme fill combo that is to die for!

Randazzo’s – Your source for the original Randazzo family mardi gras king cake. You can get your Baton Rouge Randazzo’s at Carnival Mart off Florida BLVD and at Capital City Crawfish! Every cake is “hand-braided” and baked fresh daily. Their traditional King Cake is cinnamon flavored, colored with Mardi Gras colors of purple, green and gold, iced with our just made icing and festively decorated with candy non-pariels. Each cake contains a baby. king Cakes are complemented by Cream Cheese, Strawberry Cream Cheese and Pecan Praline. They pump the filling into the braids of the cake before it is baked.

Carnival Mart
8696 Florline Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
225-248-9720

Honorable Mention

Ambrosia – There are many options when it comes to The Ambrosia King Cake! The Traditional King Cake (shown here for an “In-Store Pickup”) has cinnamon and sugar inside of our family secret King Cake dough. Purchase a “Mardi Gras King Cake Kit” and take your King Cake home for the kids to decorate and have a Mardi Gras Party!

Ralph’s Market -A locally owned business, Ralph’s Market wants the best for our families and yours. That’s why we always offer a large selection of freshhigh-qualityty products that includes many grown right here in Louisiana! We‘d love to serve you at any of our three convenient and friendly locations in Gonzales, at Pelican Point, and on Jones’ Creek in Baton Rouge.

Ralph's Supermarkey King Cake Baton Rouge

Gambino’s – In New Orleans and around the world, Gambino’s Bakery is a household tradition that offers over sixty-five years of experience with delicious baked goods.

Alexander’s Highland Market – Gluten-sensitive? Cutting back on carbs? Trying to follow a keto diet? Along with their regular king cakes, Alexander’s is catering to you this Mardi Gras season! Alexander’s Highland Market is partnering with Eat Fit BR to provide 100 percent all natural, gluten-friendly, low-carb, keto-friendly king cakes for those whose dietary restrictions prevent them in indulging in the traditional Mardi Gras desserts. The cakes are also soy-free, preservative-free, and have no added sugar.

Be sure to check out our complete Mardi Gras Guide with parade schedule, full list of King Cake locations, Mardi Gras tips for the family and more!

2019 Guide to King Cakes in Baton Rouge and Beyond

January 29, 2019 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Have you had your fill of King Cake this Mardi Gras season? There are numerous places to get King Cake in Baton Rouge and a plethora of flavors to choose from… traditional, cream-cheese, chocolate, praline, strawberry, apple, raspberry to bacon, boudin and maple! Below we’ve listed over 20 places to get your King Cakes in Baton Rouge and beyond.

Your guide to King Cakes in Baton Rouge and Beyond:

Alexander’s – 18111 Highland Market Drive – Phone: 615-7800
Ambrosia Bakery – 8546 Siegen Lane – Phone: 763-6489
Baums – Florida Blvd Location 8046 Florida Blvd. Phone: 927-0760 – Perkins Road Location 10550 Perkins Rd. Phone: 767-4838
Brew Ha Ha – 711 Jefferson Hwy Suite 2-A – Phone: 923-1923
Cake Jewels – King Cake Balls – Phone: 337-0253
Calandro’s – Government Street: 383-7815 • Perkins Road: 767-6659
Claudus King Cake – Harahan, LA (504) 521-6683
Cupcake Allie – 753 Perkins Road, Suite #6 Phone: 302-7096
Daily Donut – Gonzales– 12503 Airline Hwy
Dawn’s Sweet Tooth – 13623 Hooper Rd Ste A Central, Louisiana (225) 261-0090
Gambino’s– 8646 Goodwood Blvd – Phone: 928-7000
Gourmet Girls– 3025 Perkins Rd – Phone: 252-0999
Harvest – 12513 Highway 73 (3.55 mi) Geismar, Louisiana 70734 (225) 673-6504
Les Amis Bake Shoppe – 11826 Coursey Blvd – Phone: 293-8115
Mr. Ronnies– 216 Lee Dr, Ste D Phone: 223-6116
Nanette Mayhall Phone: 343-4530.
Navarre’s Famous King Cakes – 31545 Highway 22 Springfield, Louisiana (225) 294-3438
Oak Point Fresh Market – Watson and Central locations
Ralphs– 15013 Hwy 44 Gonzales – 622-4044 – 6431 Hwy 44 (Pelican Point) Gonzales – 473-1004
Randazzos– You can get your Baton Rouge Randazzo’s at Carnival Mart off Florida BLVD and at Capital City Crawfish!
Rouses – Many locations (225) 448-0050
Strands Cafe– 226 LAUREL ST.- Phone: 344-5346
Thee Heavenly Donut– 17732 Highland Rd – 753.7711 5830 – S. Sherwood Forest Blvd. – 368.0090 – 15507 Hwy 44 Gonzales – 622.7797
Tiger Deaux-Nuts– 5162 Government St Phone: 421-1091

These are not the only places to find King Cake in the Baton Rouge area but this is a great start! If we have missed one of your favorites, please let us know.

Walmart Online Grocery Pickup Service Expanded in the Baton Rouge Area

August 22, 2017 by Tiany Davis

If there is one thing moms rarely look forward to, it’s grocery shopping. Time always seems to be an issue and if you go with kids in tow it can make for a longer, more expensive trip. Between kids, rushing through isles, standing in line and going back and forth for the three items you forgot… I think it’s safe to say most would opt for a grocery shopping fairy if they could. Well, now you can! There’s a new service in the Baton Rouge area that can make every grocery shopping woe disappear… Walmart Online Grocery Pickup Service!

Walmart shoppers are now able to order grocery items online and pick them up curbside at no additional charge at Eight Baton Rouge area stores. {See below}

How Walmart Online Grocery Pickup Service Works

We recently tried the Walmart online grocery pickup service and it was quick, user-friendly and saved us money! It never fails, you can go into the grocery store prepared with a list in hand but you add 10 to 20 items that you forgot or impulse buy on the spot. The first thing I realized with ordering our groceries online was that I followed my list and only purchased what I needed, in turn, saving us money. When illness strikes or during busy seasons such as the holidays, this service is a priceless life saver! I found this out firsthand when I became ill last month and ended up home-bound for close to thirty days. LIFE-SAVER!

You can shop by searching for your items or shopping by department, with more than 30,000 items available for pickup, ranging from fresh produce and meat to canned goods and diapers. Choose a day and time for pickup, pay for your items and your done. The Walmart Grocery interface is seamless, fast, easy. My entire online shopping experience took 30 minutes, saving me a ton of time!

Specially trained Walmart employees go through your order and select items, including produce, they pick the freshest items – guaranteed, or your money back.

Once you arrive at Walmart you will see signs leading to the pickup area, park at the designated curbside pickup and call the number listed on the sign in front of your parking space. When you call the number an employee will notify someone to bring and load your groceries for you. You never have to leave the comfort of your car. (Can I get an Amen!)

You can also use Online Grocery Mobile Check-in by downloading the “Walmart Grocery” app. The app will not show the store your exact location, but will let them know how many minutes away you are so they can prepare for your arrival.

What happens if they don’t have what you ordered?

Walmart will make substitutions for items that are unavailable on the day your order is packed unless you change your substitutions setting in My Account. In cases of expensive items such as electronics or items where features are very important, they will contact you by phone to describe alternatives and get your approval before they substitute that item. If they are unable to contact you, the unavailable item will be canceled. If you choose not to allow substitutions, any items that are not available will be left off of your order.

When I picked up our groceries the Walmart associates showed me the substitutions that were chosen and I was able to accept or decline them on the spot. Your order will not be charged to your card until you have signed and accepted your groceries.

Walmart Stores Offering Online Grocery in the Baton Rouge area:

Neighborhood Market
11550 Coursey Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70816

Neighborhood Market
11825 Hooper Road
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70818

Supercenter
2171 Oneal Ln
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816

Neighborhood Market
5255 Highland Rd
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808

Walmart Supercenter
308 N Airline Hwy
Gonzales, LA 70737

Walmart Supercenter
904 S Range Ave
Denham Springs, LA 70726

Walmart Supercenter
17585 Ailine Hwy
Prairieville, LA 70769

Neighborhood Market
15047 Airline Hwy
Prairieville, LA 70769

It’s definitely worth a try and we have a coupon code to share that will take $10 off your first online order! Get $10 off your 1st order w/ code WOWFRESH. $50 min.

Disclosure: This is a “sponsored post.” The company who sponsored it compensated BRM via a cash payment, gift, or giveaway. Opinions expressed herein are that of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of the sponsor.

Peanut Butter Cup Mini Golf Tournament

May 16, 2016 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Come celebrate “Halfoween” with 10/31 Consortium at the 6th Annual Peanut Butter Cup Mini Golf Tournament!

Peanut Butter Cup Mini Golf Tournament

This is no ordinary mini golf game as living obstacles will appear on this enchanted golf course! Players are also encouraged to dress in costume. Teams of 4 or less will compete in 18 holes of mini golf for the coveted peanut butter cup filled trophy. The best adult score will receive The Orange Jacket and the best child (12 and under) score will receive a trophy.

What: 6th Annual Peanut Butter Cup Mini Golf Tournament
When: Friday, May 20th, 6:30pm
Where: All Star Lanes Baton Rouge, 9829 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge

Registration fees includes 18 holes of miniature golf, a $5 arcade game card, 2 passes for bowling (valid on a return visit), and a private 10/31 Consortium barbecue with hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, potato salad, and soft drinks, and goodie bags.

**FEES:
$31 for Members
$40 for Non Members
$15 for kids 12 and under
Free for kids 2 and under

The dress is casual, costume or golf-tastic. Golfers may bring their own putters and caddies. Caddies and spectators may attend for $20 and includes access to private barbeque.

Cash or check will be accepted at check-in. Credit cards will only be accepted via Eventbrite.

Hole sponsorships are also available for $200. Sponsorships include 2 signs at your hole, a complimentary team of 4, promo items in goodie bags, and online recognition (website, e-newsletter, and social media).

As always, please bring non-perishable food donations for the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank to be entered into the door prize drawings.

You must be a 2016 PAID member of 10/31 Consortium in order to get the member rate. Contact info@1031Consortium.com with questions.

About 10/31 Consortium

10/31 Consortium is a Baton Rouge based club for Halloween enthusiasts. We hold many Halloween themed events throughout the year leading up to our largest event, the Baton Rouge Halloween Parade and corresponding ball, the Ghostly Gala. Through the fun of Halloween, we strive to be a positive source of hope and creativity for the children of Baton Rouge. We are a 501c4 non profit and Halloween club benefiting Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital, the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, and the Big Buddy Program.

Introducing our new Mascot! Giveaway

April 25, 2016 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

You may have noticed a mama owl with her little one popping up throughout our marketing, our website and on our social media channels. We’d like to introduce you to our new Baton Rouge Moms mascot, mama owl! We have yet to solidify a name and we hope you all will help us out with that, but first we want to share why and how we chose her.

Introducing our new Mascot! Why an Owl?

We chose the owl as our Baton Rouge Moms mascot because we think she symbolize several important qualities that mothers embody.

Owls are a symbol of Wisdom – The reason owls are associated with wisdom in Western culture is that the owl was the special bird of the Greek goddess Athena, the clever warrior goddess after whom the Greek city Athens is named. Owls are often portrayed as teachers and nurturers, incidentally, they are excellent, protective mothers.
They have tremendous Vision – Not only can they see deep into the dark, but they can turn their heads for a complete 360º view. We all know moms have eyes behind their heads. We see all, we know all.

Owls are a symbol of Strength – Owl species are well-known for the defense of their nests and young. Moms are strong and brave women who have been known to fight polar bears, punch sharks and kiss boo boos like nobodies business. Mothers daily learn about strengths they don’t even now they have. And as a community of moms, we are stronger together than we are alone.

Once we found our mascot we searched for a local artisan who could bring our mama owl to life, our plush mascot will make her way around town, attend events and even leave fun surprises around Baton Rouge for moms and kids to find.

Christy, a Louisiana mom and owner of Embellished Bayou created our adorable mama owl. Embellished Bayou is your source for beautiful custom embroidery, children’s appliqued apparel, and personalized gifts. Embellished Bayou was started in 2009 in the craft studio of her Louisiana home. Christy became interested in machine embroidery (primarily monogramming and appliques) several years ago and her business has grown into a unique, custom Etsy shop with items ranging from LSU and Louisiana themed onesies and t-shirts to birthday bloomers and personalized plush lovies. The at-home business has fit right in to her life as wife and mom to a busy 2 year old. We would love for you to support this fellow Louisiana mom and her business, just look at her amazing work…

A note from Chrsity….

I LOVE making custom items, so if you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for in my shop, please don’t hesitate to contact me via email at christy@embellishedbayou.com and I’ll create something special just for you!

Become a fan of Embellished Bayou on Facebook for special discounts, updates on new products, and giveaways: http://www.facebook.com/embellishedbayou

You can find Christy online at her Etsy shop or website and on Twitter

GIVEAWAY

We are giving away one large mama owl plush with a $20 Embellished Bayou Gift Certificate! All you have to do is help us name our mama owl!

Leave us a comment and tell us what you think our mascot should be named..

A) Evangeline Owl: Bearer of good news
B) Adelina Owl: Noble or kind or winged
C) Ella Owl: All or complete of fairy maiden

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