Galette des rois

France’s January galettes des rois cakes hit by butter shortages

Some good quality butter has risen in price by as much as 25% or more in a year with knock-on effects for the traditional treat

Photos: The best galettes des rois as France marks Epiphany

From almond cream to candied fruits, from zest pastry to pillowy brioche, we explore the most creative takes on this year’s Epiphany galettes

France celebrates with traditional galette des rois

It is galette des rois season in France, as the country marks Epiphany on January 6, and bakers compete to make the best, most original versions of the popular patisserie.

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Macron ‘make effort’ galette speech draws criticism

French President Emmanuel Macron has been criticised after saying that French people must remember the importance of “making an effort”, in his speech at this year’s galette des rois ceremony.