
The enticing aroma of fresh-baked Mardi Gras treats drifts from Resch’s Bakery, a beloved Columbus institution that transforms Fat Tuesday into a feast for the senses. Their signature pączki, those plump Polish doughnuts traditional to the pre-Lenten celebration, emerge from the ovens with a perfect golden-brown crust, then glazed with rich fillings like lemon, strawberry, blueberry, and chocolate. Alongside these treasures, the bakery’s vibrant king cakes showcase swirls of cinnamon beneath a coating of purple, green, and gold sugar – each one hiding a tiny plastic baby that brings luck to its finder.
Sweet, pillowy clouds of fried dough emerge from Resch’s Bakery’s kitchen throughout Mardi Gras season. Their beignets are piled high with drifts of powdered sugar that float away with each delectable bite. These New Orleans-style treats join their lineup of pączki and king cakes, creating an irresistible trio of Fat Tuesday indulgences. Still warm from the fryer, the beignets shatter delicately at first bite, their airy interiors perfectly contrasting the crisp, golden-brown exterior.