If you're looking for a chocolate Yule log that's out of the ordinary, check out the new creations from the 1986 Meilleur Ouvrier de France. This year, Jean Paul Hévin takes us into his dreamlike world with a Parisian collection that celebrates both his dreams as a chocolatier and his passion for exceptional cocoa beans. The theme "Dreams and Beans" could well be the theme of his entire creative life. But as in the story of the chicken and the egg, which came first? His dreams of accompanying the great chocolate celebrations with emotion and humor through new creations, or his consuming passion for rare cocoa beans, which he seeks out in the best plantations around the world? The two feed off each other, much to our gourmet delight.
The 2025/2026 collection particularly highlights 70% Grand Cru cocoa from Cameroon, sourced from the Hévin-Nkolossang post-harvest center of excellence. This project is close to the chocolatier's heart and illustrates his commitment to respectful and sustainable production. Jean Paul Hévin knows that this precious fruit of the earth is fragile and must be produced with constant care and respect for its preservation. This is one of the company's major commitments for the future, in order to keep intact the ultimate goal of its art: pleasure.
Among the 2025 Christmas logs, the "Récré" creation will delight those nostalgic for childhood. On your holiday table, this log will inevitably remind everyone of a memorable, funny, or moving moment. Its gourmet composition combines a crispy caramelized hazelnut, a dark chocolate biscuit, a creamy vanilla caramel, and a 70% Grand Cru dark chocolate mousse from Cameroon. The whole thing rests on a base of caramelized almonds with dark chocolate. A creation that will be talked about as much for its playful appearance as for its intense flavor. Price: €67 for 6 to 8 people.
The "Quatre Saisons" log invites us on a gourmet journey through time. Why only evoke the winter of Christmas when we can celebrate the whole year with its seasons? Summer in the sun, spring in bloom, autumn in Viennese colors... This creation, with its spicy flavors and intense cocoa taste, consists of a crispy almond duja, a cocoa genoise biscuit, a crème brûlée with Sansho berries, and a dark chocolate mousse from Cameroon. It also rests on a base of caramelized almonds, this time with milk chocolate. Same price, $75 for 6 to 8 people.
The "Nkolossang" log perfectly embodies the chocolatier's philosophy. Adorned with African fabrics to honor his country of origin, it celebrates a bean that Jean Paul Hévin had long dreamed of and which has now become a reality. A high-quality bean produced in accordance with the strictest rules of respect for the country and its farmers at his Hévin-Nkolossang center. This travel log, which can be shipped anywhere in France, combines a crispy aniseed gianduja shortbread, a cocoa biscuit with almond paste, and a 70% Grand Cru dark chocolate mousse from Cameroon. Serves 6 people at $58.
For lovers of ice cream logs, we love the "Rennes" creation, which revisits the much-coveted chestnut ice cream log. Dreams and beans or reindeer and beans? At Christmas, one goes with the other, and Santa's sleigh pulled by Rudolph is part of our childhood dreams. This frozen version combines a chestnut biscuit, lime sorbet, chestnut paste, and chestnut parfait. A fresh and delicious creation for €39 for six people.
The "Imagine" log pays tribute to John Lennon and his famous song. Jean Paul Hévin also dreams of a world united to celebrate the last day of the year around a revisited pavlova that perfectly combines blackcurrant, violet, and chestnut. It has the same composition as the previous one with chestnut biscuit and chestnut parfait, but a blackcurrant and violet sorbet that changes everything. Also €39 for 6 people.
The "Grand Palais" advent calendar is also worth a look. For Jean Paul Hévin, Paris has always been the city of his dreams. The Grand Palais, with its bold architectural design made entirely of metal and glass, is one of the symbols of the capital and was the natural choice for his 2025 advent calendar. Inside, you'll find chocolate candies, mini bars, caramels, almonds, and a surprise on December 24. A beautiful 190g item priced at $53.
The "Enfants du Monde" chocolate piece illustrates a hopeful dream for the future with this poetic and joyful centerpiece for the holiday season. Referencing the song "We Are the World" by Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson, this chocolate sphere is filled with almond and hazelnut praline. It combines dark chocolate and milk chocolate with Grand Cru cocoa from Cameroon sourced from the Hévin-Nkolossang center of excellence. Weighing 660g and priced at €127, it is sure to be a sensation on your table.
The "Nuit de Noël" box set brings together all the art of chocolate according to Jean Paul Hévin: spicy or fruity ganaches, iconic dark or milk pralines. This year's guest star is a ganache made with 65% Grand Cru cocoa from Cameroon, sourced from the Hévin-Nkolossang center. A 260g gourmet box for €42, allowing you to discover or rediscover the master chocolatier's expertise.
For Parisians, head to the capital's boutiques to discover this festive collection that combines imagination, expertise, and a commitment to sustainable cocoa. You can also order online on the official Jean Paul Hévin website. In short, everything you need to transform your Christmas table into a moment of chocolatey bliss while supporting an industry that respects producers and the environment. Happy Christmas logs to all!
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Location
Jean-Paul Hévin
231, Rue Saint-Honoré
75001 Paris 1
Official website
www.jeanpaulhevin.com
