Why "Let Them Eat Cake" Haunts Bastille Day? [History] | Hubbastille: Explore the Fusion of Culture, Music & Creativity

Why "Let Them Eat Cake" Haunts Bastille Day? [History]

The phrase “let them eat cake” is historically associated with Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France during the French Revolution. It encapsulates a perception of indifference and detachment from the suffering of... Read more »
Indulge in Opera Bastille Cake: A Decadent Treat | Hubbastille: Explore the Fusion of Culture, Music & Creativity

Indulge in Opera Bastille Cake: A Decadent Treat

This multi-layered confection is a sophisticated dessert. It traditionally consists of thin layers of almond sponge cake (joconde), coffee-soaked layers, chocolate ganache, and coffee buttercream. A shiny chocolate glaze tops it off.... Read more »
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Learn About: Bastille Day, "Let Them Eat Cake" History & Lessons | Hubbastille: Explore the Fusion of Culture, Music & Creativity

Learn About: Bastille Day, "Let Them Eat Cake" History & Lessons

The phrases associated with the French Revolution, notably one linked to Marie Antoinette, are frequently invoked when discussing societal inequality and perceived indifference of the ruling class to the suffering of the... Read more »