We went to discover the Christmas log cake created by Léandre Vivier for Christmas 2025 at Burgundy Paris, and we can tell you right now: it's a real favorite that we highly recommend. This Feuille à feuille log, createdby the pastry chef of this 5-star hotel nestled on Rue Duphot in the 1st arrondissement, really won us over with its aesthetic and gourmet approach. The first piece in the Christmas collection, it explores the art of assembly with clean lines reminiscent of the sculptures by Guy de Rougemont that adorn the hotel. It is undoubtedly one of our top picks for exceptional Yule logs this season.
Behind this creation lies a beautiful story of travel. Léandre Vivier, the young prodigy of Parisian pastry (Meilleur Apprenti de France, winner of the France 2 TV show "Qui sera le prochain grand pâtissier" (Who will be the next great pastry chef), and former pastry chef at the Ritz, Le Meurice, and the Four Seasons Georges V), is a true globetrotter who draws inspiration from his travels to create his pastries. His recent trip to the heart of the cocoa plantations of Belize was the inspiration for this Feuille à feuille log. This immersion gave rise to the desire to enhance Tulakalum 75% chocolate, a Grand Cru from the Cayo district. This cocoa, grown without pesticides or insecticides by the Hummingbird Citrus plantation in the primary rainforest, develops remarkable fruity and tangy notes. Tulakalum means "together" in the Mayan dialect, a nice nod to the collaborative work between producers and creators.
When you taste it, you'll be blown away by this Tulakalum chocolate milk jam enhanced with a hint of smoked vanilla, which adds a deep and unique intensity. Around this vibrant center, the textures blend together harmoniously. We discover a crunchy macadamia nut with buttery notes, a soft vanilla biscuit that contrasts with a creamy praline. The whole thing is enveloped in a light Tahitian vanilla mousse, enhanced with roasted soybean pieces that add an unexpected roasted and slightly salty touch that makes all the difference. It's refined, balanced, and simply delicious.
Visually, the log makes an impression with its delicate layers of caramel that add a gourmet finishing touch, enhanced by a few finely placed gold flakes. Each layer becomes a sheet of flavors, a material in its own right, sculpted with the precision that characterizes Léandre Vivier's creations. His artistic approach and attention to detail are evident in his mastery of poaching techniques and the rigor of his graphic lines.
If you're looking for a log that's out of the ordinary for the holidays, with a distinctive flavor and remarkable craftsmanship, we highly recommend this one. It's the kind of gourmet discovery that transforms Christmas dessert into an exceptional moment, without going overboard but focusing on quality and authentic flavors. And if you want to discover other equally exceptional creations, don't hesitate to check out our selection of the best Yule logs in Paris.
The composition of this creation reveals the full complexity of the work involved:
The Feuille à feuille log is available for click and collect on the official Burgundy Paris website from December 17, 2025, to January 1. Please remember to order 48 hours in advance. Serves 6 to 8 people and costs €105. Le Burgundy Paris is located at 6-8 rue Duphot in the 1st arrondissement, a stone's throw from Place de la Madeleine and the Tuileries.
Dates and Opening Time
From December 17, 2025 to January 1, 2026
Location
Le Burgundy de Paris
6-8 Rue Duphot
75001 Paris 1
Prices
Bûche 6/8 personnes: €105
Recommended age
For all
Official website
www.leburgundy.com
