There may not be any big, boisterous crowds on Bourbon Street in New Orleans this year, but one thing is certain: Even during this odder-than-ever Mardi Gras season, there will still be king cake.

Ensenada.- In this port city, about an hour south of the border crossing, you can find the best desserts in the world. At least that's what the locals tell visitors, urging them to dive into the ...