The Big Book of King Cake

"I once ate more than eighty king cakes in a single Carnival," author Matt Haines proudly remembers, demonstrating his dedication to this delicious Mardi Gras tradition. "So you can imagine how amazed I was to learn there has never been a coffee table book dedicated to king cakes!"

The Big Book of King Cake changes that with beautiful photography of more than one hundred and fifty unique king cakes, as well as stories from the diverse and talented bakers who make them.

While king cakes are typically only available during Carnival season, readers can enjoy this book year-round. From the traditional cakes generations of New Orleanians have loved, to the unconventional creations that break all the rules, this book is your guide to the Crescent City's favorite baked good.

This is the perfect holiday gift for anyone who loves food, history, sweets, culture, and of course, New Orleans.

 

 

Viola's Heritage Breads'  Sweet Potato King Cake is featured on page 82. 

Stay tuned for when ordering opens to taste this amazing treat. 

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Small Bites, Big Legacy

Help us sell 1,000 bags of Sweet Potato Granola and grow a sustainable business rooted in heritage and built for consistent distribution.

Viola’s Heritage Granola isn’t just a snack — it’s a stepping stone.

This campaign supports the next stage of our business: selling 1,000 bags direct-to-consumer to fund a production run that moves us from small-batch fulfillment to consistent, regional distribution. We’re building a business that honors tradition, nourishes community, and grows with intention.

WHY GRANOLA?

Because it’s simple, powerful, and full of purpose — just like the stories that shape us.


Viola’s Heritage Sweet Potato Granola is more than a snack. It’s a tribute to tradition, made with real sweet potatoes, toasted oats, and Southern spices. Granola gives us the flexibility to reach our community with something that’s:

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    We chose granola because it allows us to grow intentionally by producing at scale, preserving quality, and building a business that can stretch beyond New Orleans without compromising what makes us special.
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Because we’re ready — and we’re not waiting for permission to grow.

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This campaign helps us take that next step: not just toward sales, but toward sustainability. Every bag sold funds more than granola it fuels fair wages, local sourcing, and a legacy worth building.

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