Matt Haines Author

New Orleans writer Matt Haines, author of The Big Book of King Cake, quickly found his next food obsession: poboys. In researching The Big Book of Po’boy, he tasted over 100 and discovered that every sandwich—and its maker—has a story. Haines has written for The New York Times, Voice of America, Lonely Planet, Zagat, CNN Underscored, Fodor's, and more. His books, including The Big Book of King Cake and The Little Book of King Cake, have sold over 23,500 copies and been featured on CBS Sunday Morning and in The New York Times. Follow him on Instagram @MattHainesWrites. Randy Krause Schmidt is a New Orleans-based photographer specializing in portrait and food photography. His work has been featured in publications such as Vogue, Southern Living, Louisiana Cookin’, New Orleans Magazine, and Eater. Randy has collaborated with Susan Schadt Press on several projects, including The Big Book of King Cake (2021), Classical Shindig: Amateur Artistry from the Simple to the Sublime (2023) and Who's Your Mama, Are You Catholic, and Can You Make A Roux? (2024),  His diverse skill set and dedication to capturing the essence of his subjects have made him a sought-after professional in his field.