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- Christmas Yule Logs 2024: 8 Exceptional Creations in Paris
Christmas Yule Logs 2024: 8 Exceptional Creations in Paris
This festive season, the most luxurious Parisian hotels have unveiled breathtaking and delicious yule logs, true masterpieces of pastry art. Discover our selection of the most exquisite creations to make your holiday celebrations unforgettable.
1. Hôtel Plaza Athénée – "Christmas by the Fireplace"
Serves 8, €120
Designed by Jean Imbert, Angelo Musa (MOF), and Elisabeth Hot, this masterpiece resembles a Parisian Haussmannian fireplace, paying homage to the city’s iconic architecture.
- Details: Chocolate ganache infused with cascara coffee, almond biscuit with praline, almond milk cream, and light mousse flavored with melilot and meadowsweet.
- Availability: Reservations open December 2. Pickup from December 20 to 26 at La Galerie, Hôtel Plaza Athénée.
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2. Cheval Blanc Paris – "The Enchanted Sleigh"
Serves 5-6, €220
Maxime Frédéric brings magic to the table with a two-part dessert: a chocolate horse galloping through the snow and a sleigh sheltering a festive treat.
- Details: Vanilla rice pudding, almond whipped ganache, mandarin confit, orange caramel, cinnamon crunch, and vanilla sponge.
- Availability: Pre-orders available online. Pickup from December 20 to 25.
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3. Ritz Paris – "Santa's Hat"
Serves 6-8, €110
François Perret’s playful design is both fun and delicious, making it a perfect choice for family celebrations.
- Details: Spiced coconut biscuit, light mousse, tangy mango-passion-lime compote, and coconut shavings.
- Availability: Click & Collect from November 12. Pickup at Ritz Paris Le Comptoir.
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4. Hôtel de Crillon – "Chocolate Symphony"
Serves 6, €80
Matthieu Carlin crafts a refined and intense chocolate yule log, concealed under a glossy chocolate sheet.
- Details: Dark chocolate mousse (68%), soft chocolate sponge, gianduja and salted hazelnut core, and a crisp sablé base.
- Availability: Pre-orders start November 25 on Butterfly Pâtisserie’s e-shop.
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5. Peninsula Paris – "Hespéridée"
Serves 4, €80
Anne Coruble’s creation draws inspiration from the crystal leaves adorning the Peninsula’s lobby, offering a bright and refreshing flavor profile.
- Details: Vanilla crunch with Brittany frosted vanilla and lemon, raw milk cheesecake, buttermilk mousse, lemon and bergamot confit, and white chocolate yogurt glaze.
- Availability: Pre-orders open December 1. Pickup from December 17 to 31.
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6. Shangri-La Paris – "Festive Shell"
Serves 6-8, €128
Maxence Barbot’s design evokes organic shapes and holiday cheer with a dessert as beautiful as it is flavorful.
- Details: Chocolate biscuit with sea salt, vanilla cream and mousse, roasted pear marmalade with festive spices, and vanilla caviar.
- Availability: Pickup from December 9 to 31. For reservations, call +33 (0)1 53 67 19 91.
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7. Lutetia Paris – "Snowflake"
Serves 6-8, €145
Chef Nicolas Guercio reinvents the Mont-Blanc dessert in this poetic creation, featuring a musical surprise hidden inside.
- Details: Sweet pastry, chestnut cream, blackcurrant confit with Timut pepper, chestnut mousse, and chocolate branches.
- Availability: Reservations until December 22. Pickup on December 23 and 24.
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8. Dior – "Couture Spool"
Serves 6, €130
Jean Imbert and Romuald Bizart’s refined creation is inspired by haute couture, featuring intricate details like buttons and thread spools.
- Details: Joconde sponge, crunchy cream, hazelnut confit and mousse, with subtle orange notes and an elegant pied-de-poule base.
- Availability: Pre-orders start December 14.
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3. Le Meurice x Messika – 2024 Christmas Yule Log
Price on request
A luxurious collaboration between the pastry chef François Deshayes and the iconic jewelry house Messika. This creation combines elegance and flavor in a stunning dessert inspired by Messika’s emblematic "Move" design.
- Details: Vanilla and praline cream, chocolate mousse, a hint of fleur de sel, and a chocolate-covered surprise adorned with edible diamond-like details.
- Availability: Available exclusively at Le Meurice's Restaurant Le Dalí.
- Link: Le Meurice Yule Log
Make your Christmas unforgettable with these unique and exquisite creations. Order now and savor the magic of the season!