Lilah's Bakery

What Lilah's Bakery does

Lilah's Bakery is a family-owned, Shreveport-based artisan bakery founded in 2006 by Lisa Tike and Sopan "TK" Tike, specializing in king cakes sold primarily during the Carnival season (January 6 through Fat Tuesday). The core product line includes over 20 king cake flavors in three to four sizes, with specialty SKUs such as Boudin, Maple Bacon, gluten-free, and holiday-themed variants. Production is highly seasonal: a 2-person core team expands to roughly 25 employees during peak, with capacity to produce 400–600 cakes per day and bake at a rate of approximately 100 cakes per hour, scaling annual volume from 70 cakes in 2008 to 22,800 in 2022. Year-round offerings (king cake cheesecake, cupcakes, bread pudding, holiday cakes, school fundraisers) and an incoming April 2026 Corporate Dessert Program extend the portfolio beyond the seasonal window.

The business operates a multi-channel distribution model: direct-to-consumer pickup and nationwide UPS/FedEx shipping via Square-based ecommerce, 30+ retail partner locations across Northwest Louisiana and Northeast Texas, the On the Go Delivery local service, and a corporate bulk order channel with special pricing for orders of 50 or more and multi-address shipping with custom branding. Pricing is not publicly disclosed for most SKUs; the Boudin king cake was referenced at $35 in 2015. Revenue is generated from unit-priced retail sales, corporate gifting contracts (93% repeat order rate), and retail wholesale through resellers. The company is bootstrapped with no external funding, has consolidated to a single owned headquarters at 1718 Centenary Blvd, and has earned consistent regional press recognition including features in Louisiana Cookin', Matador Network, Only in Your State, and Pelican State of Mind.

Name

Lilah's Bakery

Legal name

Lilah's Bakery

Website

https://lilahskingcakes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lilah's Bakery is a family-owned Shreveport bakery specializing in over 20 flavors of king cakes for Mardi Gras season, distributing via retail pickup, nationwide shipping, and 30+ partner locations across Louisiana and Texas, with a corporate gifting channel and an April 2026 corporate dessert expansion.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Artisan Bakery

NAICS

Bread and Bakery Product Manufacturing (31181), Baked Goods Retailers (445291), Commercial Bakeries (311812)

SIC

Bakery Products (2050)

akta.pro primary industry

Cake Shops & Custom Celebration Cakes (THAFAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Retail Bakeries (Bread & Daily Bakery) (THAFAFAA), Bread & Pastry Specialty Stores (CRAHAGAC), Dessert & Bakery Catering (Cakes, Pastries, Candy) (HSACAGAI), Online Bakery & Desserts Delivery (CRAHAIAK)

Keywords

• King cake bakery
• Mardi Gras pastries
• Artisan bakery products
• Corporate dessert gifting
• Seasonal baked goods

Headquarters

HQ city

Shreveport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Retail King Cake Sales: Direct sales of king cakes to consumers during Mardi Gras season (January 6 to Fat Tuesday) and for holidays. Available in three sizes with over 20 flavor varieties.
2. Corporate Bulk Orders: High-volume corporate gifting orders with special pricing for quantities of 50 or more. Includes custom business card/handwritten note insertions and nationwide shipping.
3. Year-Round Bakery Products: Dessert boxes, cookie trays, and corporate gifting packages launching mid-April for year-round revenue. Includes standing orders for regular office treats and client gifts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lilah's Bakery is a family-owned artisan bakery based in Shreveport, Louisiana, that specializes in handmade King Cakes offered in over 20 flavor varieties and multiple sizes for the Mardi Gras (Carnival) season. Beyond king cakes, the bakery sells complementary desserts such as King Cake Cheesecake, King Cake Cupcakes, and Mardi Gras Bread Pudding, and offers corporate gifting programs, bulk orders, king cake making classes, and school fundraisers, distributing via in-store pickup, nationwide shipping, local delivery, and 30+ retail partner locations across Louisiana and Texas.

Product overview

Lilah's Bakery is a Shreveport-based family-owned bakery specializing in King Cakes, primarily operating as a seasonal business centered around Mardi Gras (January 6 through Fat Tuesday). The core product line consists of over 20 King Cake flavors offered in multiple sizes, including specialty varieties like Boudin, Gluten-Free, and Holiday-themed cakes. The company also operates a year-round presence with complementary products including King Cake Cheesecake, King Cake Cupcakes, and Mardi Gras Bread Pudding. A new Corporate Dessert Program launching mid-April 2026 will expand the portfolio with Corporate Dessert Boxes, Cookie Trays, Office Baskets, and Custom Corporate Gifting for business clientele. Services include Corporate Bulk Orders (50+ cakes), School Fundraisers, and King Cake Making Party classes. Products are available via pickup, local delivery, and nationwide shipping through retail locations across Northwest Louisiana and Northeast Texas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• King Cakes Traditional Mardi Gras king cakes in over 20 flavor varieties, available in multiple sizes from mini to extra-large. Made fresh daily during Carnival season (January 6 through Fat Tuesday) and for holiday occasions. Customers include individual consumers celebrating Mardi Gras, families, and gift recipients nationwide.
• Boudin King Cake Savory king cake filled with boudin and pepper jack cheese, topped with cane syrup and cracklin crumbs. Targeted at adventurous food consumers and Louisiana cuisine enthusiasts seeking a savory twist on the traditional sweet king cake.
• Gluten-Free King Cake Gluten-free variant of the traditional king cake for customers with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease. Available as part of the king cake product line during Mardi Gras season and holidays.
• Holiday King Cakes Themed king cakes produced for Easter, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas holidays, extending the core king cake offering beyond Mardi Gras season for consumers seeking year-round festive treats.
• King Cake Cheesecake King cake-flavored cheesecake, a hybrid dessert combining two popular Louisiana treats. Targeted at year-round dessert customers and Louisiana food enthusiasts.
• King Cake Cupcakes Individual-sized king cake cupcakes offering a single-serve alternative to full-sized king cakes, targeted at individual consumers and small gatherings.
• Mardi Gras Bread Pudding King cake flavored bread pudding with praline sauce, offered year-round as a complement to the seasonal king cake lineup.
• Corporate Bulk Orders High-volume king cake ordering service for businesses with special pricing for quantities of 50 or more. Includes a bulk address order form for multi-recipient shipping and personalized business card/note insertions. Targeted at corporate clients for client appreciation gifts, employee celebrations, and corporate events.
• Corporate Dessert Program Corporate dessert program launching mid-April 2026 featuring Corporate Dessert Boxes, Cookie Trays & Office Baskets, and Custom Corporate Gifting packages with logo cards, personalized messages, or branded packaging. Designed for businesses seeking year-round client appreciation, team celebrations, and client gift programs. Includes standing order options for regular deliveries.
• King Cake Making Parties Educational classes teaching participants how to bake king cakes. Classes limited to 16 participants, run 2-2.5 hours, with parent/guardian required to remain on premises for children's classes. Targeted at food enthusiasts, families, and groups seeking hands-on baking experiences.
• School/Organization Fundraisers King cake fundraiser program for schools and organizations, providing an alternative seasonal fundraising product. Includes scheduled dates and waiting list options for future seasons.

Quantifiable outcome

• 22,800 king cakes sold in 2022 Carnival season (325x growth from first year)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• On the Go DeliveryminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal delivery partner for Shreveport-Bossier area. Enables same-day/next-day delivery of king cakes to local customers through their platform.
• Cafe Coco (Shreveport)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCafe location reselling Lilah's King Cakes during Mardi Gras season in Shreveport.
• Ellis Home & Garden (Bossier, Longview TX, Texarkana TX)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHome and garden retail stores reselling king cakes at multiple locations in Louisiana and Texas.
• Sterling Spirits (Bossier, Haughton)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpirits/liquor stores in Bossier Parish reselling Lilah's King Cakes as a complementary product.
• Mudbugs Bar & Grill (Frisco, TX)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTexas restaurant/bar reselling Lilah's King Cakes, representing expansion into Northeast Texas market.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Randazzo's King Cake & Pastry Shop: Family-owned Slidell, Louisiana bakery specializing in king cakes with nationwide shipping. Direct competitor to Lilah's in the Mardi Gras king cake category with similar DTC and seasonal wholesale motion.
• Manny Randazzo King Cakes: New Orleans-area king cake specialist shipping nationwide. Comparable to Lilah's in product focus (king cake-only specialty), Gulf South heritage, and DTC/seasonal wholesale distribution.
• Haydel's Bakery: Third-generation New Orleans bakery with a strong king cake program alongside broader bakery offerings. Comparable in regional bakery heritage, Mardi Gras seasonality, and multi-channel distribution.
• Meche's Donuts & King Cakes: Lafayette, Louisiana bakery known for donuts and king cakes. Regional Louisiana peer in the same Mardi Gras king cake category with retail storefront and seasonal gifting motion.

Regional players

• Cannata's Family Market: Houma/Thibodaux-area Louisiana market with a strong in-house king cake program. Competes for the same Gulf South Mardi Gras consumer dollars via in-store and shipping.

Broad incumbents

• Nothing Bundt Cakes: National franchise concept in the celebration cake category. Comparable in custom/celebration cake positioning, corporate gifting, and event-driven purchase occasions, though Lilah's is regional and king cake-specific.
• Cheryl's Cookies: National direct-to-consumer and corporate gifting cookie/dessert brand. Comparable to Lilah's new Corporate Dessert Program in the office gifting, cookie tray, and nationwide shipping motion.
• Rouses Markets: Louisiana-based regional grocery chain with prominent in-store king cake program. Competes for the same Gulf South Mardi Gras consumer share through retail rather than DTC, but operates at much greater scale.
• Winn-Dixie: Grocery banner with in-store bakery programs that include king cakes in Louisiana. Competes with Lilah's on convenience and price for everyday and seasonal bakery occasions in overlapping geographies.

Others

• Edible Arrangements: National franchise in fruit-based gift arrangements and edible corporate gifting. Adjacent peer in the corporate gifting and nationwide shipping motions that Lilah's is building toward with its 2026 dessert program.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/lilahsbakery
• Xx.com/lilahsbakery

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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