Gobs and Goblets
Gobs and Goblets
Hannah Nichols-Chia + Maddie Carpenter
The Epiphany behind Epiphany Cakes
34 minutes Posted Jan 8, 2025 at 7:00 am.
Intro
History of the Cake - Romans
What is Saturnalia?
Saturnalia Cake
The Christianisation of Rome
History of Galette Des Rois - France
Modern Day Epiphany Cakes
Our Galette des Rois Recipe!
Portugal’s King Cake
Spain and Mexico’s King Cake
Switzerland’s King Cake
Bulgaria’s King Cake
The Moment of Truth
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Show notes

In this episode, we look at the complex history of Epiphany Cakes, a festive food still eaten in many places today to commemorate the three Kings' journey and the arrival to baby Jesus. 

It all started with dancing, eating, and… sacrifice. 

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Credits: 

Hosts/Producers - Hannah Nichols-Chia + Maddie Carpenter 

Director of Photography + Sound - Harry Sheehan

Intro Design - Archie Bowers

Music by Vlad Bakutov 

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