King Cake
While everyone knows the NOLA version is smothered with purple and green frosting and a hidden plastic baby, you'll be more satisfied with a traditional French gallette de rois from the NYC bakery Épicerie Boulud. Their traditional take on the sugar-dusted cake is irresistible (you may even find a small ceramic figurine of a "feve"). Order now online or swing by either their Lincoln Center or Plaza Hall locations. Bonus, a crown is included to prove that you're the king of the day.
Épicerie Boulud, 1900 Broadway @ 64th Street and The Plaza Food Hall 1 West 59th St.
[Photo via Épicerie Boulud]