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We tried the waffle treats at Cheval Blanc Paris

The Tout-Paris classic, the Cheval Blanc's brasserie overlooking the Seine in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, introduces its Gaufres Gourmandes. Sweet waffles crafted by Maxime Frédéric and Sacha Vadier, alongside savory options from Arnauld Donckele and William Béquin, all served with a stunning panoramic view of Paris—it's a must-try.

Valentine’s Day: Pleincœur Bakery & Chocolaterie Celebrates the Month of Love with Sweet Treats and Masterclasses

For Valentine’s Day, Pleincœur is not just celebrating a single day but the entire month dedicated to love. Because, when your name is Pleincœur, sharing a wealth of love is only natural. Maxime Frédéric and his team unveil an entire collection featuring cakes, marshmallow teddy bears, stuffed roses, and chocolate flowers. As a special bonus, the world-renowned pastry chef is hosting a Masterclass on February 14th, just in time for lovers!

Louis Vuitton’s Tea Time by Maxime Frédéric: Elegant and couture-inspired – our photos

Louis Vuitton Tea Time invites you to the heart of Paris, where every bite becomes a little luxury signed by Maxime Frédéric, World's Best Pastry Chef. From mini savory bites to jewel-like desserts, everything can be nibbled, savored, and contemplated like a haute couture creation. Here, Café Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton transforms the gourmet break into a chic and indulgent ritual to be savored with your fingertips.

The 2026 Kings’ Cakes: Delicious Creations by Pleincœur, crafted by Maxime Frédéric

Maxime Frédéric and his family of the heart unveil their 2025 galettes des rois at Pleincœur in the 17th arrondissement. Three creations with frangipane, hazelnut, and pear-chocolate to celebrate Epiphany with palace-quality service and a neighborhood atmosphere.

The 2026 Kings' Cake by Louis Vuitton, crafted by Maxime Frédéric: hazelnuts elevated with Monogram elegance

The 2026 King's Cake by Louis Vuitton, crafted by Maxime Frédéric, offers a modern twist on tradition with an irresistibly indulgent hazelnut flair. Featuring golden Viennese pastry layers, monogrammed accents, creamy frangipane, and a porcelain Vivienne figurine fève, it elevates the classic Epiphany treat into a luxurious, edible masterpiece!

The Cheval Blanc Paris 2025 Yule Log: Maxime Frédéric Unveils a Stunning Christmas Tree

The Cheval Blanc Paris unveils its 2025 Christmas log, featuring a stunning holiday tree designed by Pastry Chef Maxime Frédéric. Named "The King of the Forest," this masterpiece combines a Pear Belle-Hélène mousse for six to eight guests with a chocolate Christmas tree filled with praline, available to order from December 19 to 26, 2025.

The 2025 hazelnut and lemon Yule log and Louis Vuitton chocolates, by Maxime Frédéric

Louis Vuitton unveils its 2025 Christmas log, created by Maxime Frédéric. Melting hazelnut and zesty lemon: a bold and irresistibly indulgent combination. Alongside it, a trio of chocolate fir trees and the winter Vivienne promise to make a splash on every festive table.

Christmas logs and delicacies from Pleincœur 2025 by Maxime Frédéric

Maxime Frédéric unveils his 2025 Christmas logs and chocolates at Pleincœur in the 17th arrondissement. Four signature logs and a collection of artisanal chocolates are available for the holiday season. We tried them and we'll tell you all about them.

Pleincœur, opening of Atelier Noisette & Chocolat by Maxime Frédéric: boutique and workshop

Maxime Frédéric and his family are opening a hazelnut factory in the heart of Paris, in the 17th arrondissement! We take you on a tour of this new Pleincœur spot, which combines in-house praline production, workshops with upcoming masterclasses and a gourmet boutique.

Maxime Frédéric, elected World's Best Pastry Chef 2025

Maxime is still the talk of the town. After being voted the most creative pastry chef by La Liste, he was voted Best Pastry Chef in the World by the World's 50 Best 2025. The famous pastry chef of Cheval Blanc, Café Vuitton and boulangerie Pleincœur has not finished delighting us.

Le Jardin, the Rooftop Terrace at Cheval Blanc Paris for Summer 2025

Fancy a hot terrace-garden? Head for the 650 m² rooftop of Cheval Blanc Paris, which is reopening its verdant terraces for sublime moments above the Paris skyline from May 15 to September 15, 2025.

Pleincœur 2025 Easter chocolates by Maxime Frédéric and family

Pleincœur's handmade chocolates, imagined by Maxime Frédéric and his family at heart, plunge us into a Normandy farmhouse for Easter 2025. Head to Les Batignolles in Paris to discover this collection combining gourmet goodness and savoir-faire, from March 15 to March 31, 2025. We tested it and recommend it!

Hakuba, the Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant at Cheval Blanc Paris

Discover Hakuba, the Japanese restaurant nestled in the heart of the prestigious Cheval Blanc Paris. The restaurant offers a unique immersion in the art of Japanese gastronomy, with Omakase menus carefully orchestrated by sushi master Takuya Watanabe, in collaboration with sauce master Arnaud Donckele and pastry chef Maxime Frédéric. A delicate experience that echoes Japanese tradition and the quest for authenticity.

Easter 2025: Maxime Frédéric's sublime chocolate bell at Cheval Blanc Paris

For Easter 2025, Cheval Blanc Paris unveils a spectacular chocolate creation: "La Cloche de Pâques" by Maxime Frédéric, inspired by Notre-Dame Cathedral and the building's Art Nouveau motifs. Available in limited quantities, it can be ordered now.

Easter 2025 in Louis Vuitton: how about a couture chocolate egg this year?

For Easter 2025, the Maison Louis Vuitton launches its new collection of chocolate eggs. These limited-edition, gourmet-fashion creations skilfully blend aesthetics and refined flavours to form veritable works of art, available for click & collect at Chocolaterie LV Dream. An opportunity to indulge in a little gourmet couture.

The Cheval Blanc Paris 2025 Galette des Rois by Maxime Frédéric and his team

For Epiphany 2025, the prestigious Cheval Blanc Paris, nestled in the heart of the 1st arrondissement, invites us to discover an exceptional galette des rois. Designed by renowned pastry chef Maxime Frédéric, this gourmet creation, available from January 2 to 12, 2025, combines tradition and refinement in an ode to the delicacy of roses.

Pleincœur, Maxime Frédéric's bakery, patisserie and chocolate shop Paris 17th arrondissement

Maxime Frédéric, the famous Cheval Blanc pastry chef, surrounded by a talented team, has opened Pleincœur, a family-run bakery, patisserie and chocolaterie that's full of treasures. We take you on a tour of this Parisian boutique in the 17th arrondissement, in the Batignolles district.

The enchanted sleigh: the fairytale Yule log at Cheval Blanc Paris 2024

For its 2024 Yule Log, Cheval Blanc Paris offers a gourmet experience that takes us into the Christmas imagination. The "Traineau Enchanté" (Enchanted Sleigh) imagined by Maxime Frédéric and his team. Available from December 20 to 25, this gourmet creation, combining chocolate and childhood memories, is sure to create a sensation on your holiday table.

Le Tout-Paris at Cheval Blanc Paris

Le Tout-Paris, the sublime restaurant that rules the capital, wins its first Michelin star. Located on the 7ᵉ floor of the Cheval Blanc Paris, with a terrace boasting breathtaking views of the Seine and the capital's iconic monuments, you'll discover William Bequin's beautiful contemporary French cuisine, generous and well mastered.

Saint Valentin 2024: the ultra-adorable and desirable collection from Chocolaterie Louis Vuitton

Chocolaterie Louis Vuitton unveils its special Valentine's Day 2024 collection. Lovers and other gourmands addicted to the luxury label can choose between two chocolate-couture boxes and a work weighing over 1kg featuring Vivienne, the House's adorable mascot. This year, the chocolates have style! Reservations are already open.