2nd Galette des Rois This Year 🥐 | Le Panier @ Pike Place

Checked off my 2nd Galette des Rois (King Cake) of the year, and it’s from Le Panier—a charming French bakery at Seattle’s Pike Place Market 🥰! I originally thought reservations were a must for this classic French treat 🤔, but was pleasantly surprised to spot pre-sliced pieces on the counter when I walked in 🤩—no advance booking needed, total win for impromptu cravings! The price is super friendly, even half the cost of La Parisienne next door 💰. Of course, you get what you pay for—the almond filling is less rich and the pastry crust isn’t as flaky or buttery, but it’s still a solid pick for satisfying that French sweet tooth! --- The sun was shining bright ☀️—such a rare and delightful clear day in Seattle! A row of elderly ladies were enjoying afternoon tea by the window 🍵, creating such a warm and cozy vibe. Best part? It’s off-peak season now, so no waiting in long lines 🚫⏳—grabbed my cake and dug in right away, no hassle! I couldn’t help but ask the clerk: “Do the sliced Galette des Rois still have a feve (the little lucky charm hidden inside)?” 🧐 She smiled and replied, “This is the fun part” 😊—that little touch of mystery makes eating King Cake even more enjoyable! #FrenchPastry #FrenchBakery #GaletteDesRois #Seattle #PikePlaceMarket #SeattleEats #SeattleFoodie #AfternoonTeaVibes #OffPeakTravel #SeattleFrenchTreats