NOCCA Culinary Students Launch 2026 King Cake Program with New Creations from Emeril Lagasse and Frank Brigtsen

December 2, 2025

The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA) is ushering in Carnival season with the return of its annual king cake program, and this year’s lineup comes with star-powered collaborations. The 2026 collection introduces two new chef-driven creations — Chef Emeril Lagasse’s Banana Cream Pie King Cake and Chef Frank Brigtsen’s Strawberry Tres Leches King […]


NOCCA and Krewe of Muses Team Up for a Special Anniversary King Cake

February 18, 2025

The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA) has announced an exciting partnership with the all-female Mardi Gras Krewe of Muses to create a unique king cake in celebration of the krewe’s 25th anniversary. Dubbed “The Goddess,” this special edition king cake features Greek-inspired flavors and a shimmering silver finish to honor the milestone. NOCCA’s […]


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