DIA DE REYES MAGOS

One of our favorite holidays is El Día de Los Reyes, and for good reason! It’s a day devoted to family, rich in tradition and a time when we get to enjoy a delicious Rosca de Reyes. However, not many people know the history and symbolism behind this cake. Why is it round? Why do we hide a small baby figurine inside? Let’s explore together!

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 Where does this dessert come from? The origins of the Rosca date back to medieval Europe, specifically France. Cakes were baked with a small bean hidden inside, and whoever found the bean would be crowned “King” for the holiday. As Catholicism adopted the tradition, the bean was replaced with a small porcelain figurine of baby Jesus. Hiding the figurine in the cake symbolizes Mary and Joseph hiding their baby from King Herod’s persecution.

The shape of the Rosca is also symbolic, resembling a crown and representing eternal, never-ending love. The colorful quince, nopales, and cherries on top represent the jewels of the crown, while the color green symbolizes faith and gold represents power.

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One of our favorite holidays is El Dia de Los Reyes, and for good reason! It’s a day devoted to family, steeped in tradition, and the day we get to eat una deliciosa Rosca de Reyes. However, not very many people know the history and symbolism of the cake. Why is it round? Why do we hide a little baby in the cake? Let’s explore that together! Continue reading