I know what you are thinking.
No. It’s not just because of the Three Kings Cake.
Not only.

[Click the image to enlarge to full resolution. 6th January 2021.]

Every year on the 6th January my mother bought a Three Kings Cake. Although we all knew the meaning of Epiphany, Twelfth Day or Three Kings Day – as it is called – back in my childhood 6th January was a synonym for “Having a Three Kings Cake” – at least for me.

My mother used to crisp it for a few minutes and finally carefully placed the golden paper crown on top. There was a chance to be king for one day – so let the feast begin!

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