In Paris, the tradition of the Christmas log cake takes on the air of haute couture pastry making. Every year, chefs from grand palacessuch as the Plaza Athénée, Le Meurice, and Le Crillon, as well as renowned establishments such as Pierre Hermé, Lenôtre, and Ladurée, compete in creativity to offer unique log cakes.
These festive desserts are not just delicious: they are designed as true ephemeral sculptures, playing with textures, flavors, and shapes. Grand cru chocolate, rare vanilla, candied citrus fruits, exotic fruits, crunchy pralines, and even gluten-free creations... every detail is carefully thought out.
And for Christmas 2025 in Paris, for once, there are many options to choose from among the sublime creations of luxury hotels and renowned establishments, combining boldness, refinement, originality, and luxury. So, are you ready to feast your eyes, tantalize your taste buds, and be amazed by the chefs' expertise?
Here is a selection ofexceptional Yule logs that are sure to be a hit at your festive table.
For Christmas 2025, Naraé Kim unveils a refined and delicate log at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme.
The Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme and its talented Pastry Chef Naraé Kim unveil a delicate Christmas log inspired by jewelry. We tell you more about this creation entitled "Broche de Gui" (Mistletoe Brooch). [Read more]
Shangri-La Paris 2025 Vanilla Flower Christmas Log by Timothy Lam, a haute couture creation
For the 2025 holiday season, Timothy Lam, the new pastry chef at Shangri-La Paris, presents his first Christmas log, the Fleur de Vanille, an exceptional creation available in a limited edition from December 1 to 31, 2025. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
The 2025 Christmas log from Maison Dior, a couture creation by multi-starred chef Yannick Alléno
Celebrate the holiday season with elegance and refinement with the Dior Christmas log, available at 30 Montaigne from December 15, 2025. A sweet couture creation, signed by multi-starred chef Yannick Alléno, for a highly stylish New Year's Eve meal! [Read more]
2025 Christmas logs from La Grande Épicerie de Paris: three cakes in the spirit of Christmas markets
A bite-sized chalet, two logs—chocolate and vanilla—Christmas market style, and all the spirit of the holidays concentrated in three desserts. That's what La Grande Épicerie de Paris is offering food lovers for the 2025 holiday season! [Read more]
Kimpton's ice cream cone Christmas log for Christmas 2025
The Kimpton St Honoré Paris revisits the 2025 Christmas log with an unusual creation: a giant ice cream cone in a trompe-l'oeil pop pink. If you want to impress your guests, don't miss the launch of reservations starting December 10, 2025. [Read more]
The sublime Opéra Garnier Christmas log from La Maison du Chocolat 2025
La Maison du Chocolat is celebrating Christmas 2025 with an architectural collection inspired by Paris. The Bûche de Noël Garnier pays homage to the Opéra Garnier, while the Sapin Concorde and the Calendrier Triomphe revisit Parisian monuments in chocolate, to be discovered from November 4 to December 31, 2025. [Read more]
The Lenôtre 2025 Christmas log: The Train des Merveilles and festive creations
Lenôtre unveils its 2025 Christmas log collection with the Train des Merveilles, a signature creation by world pastry champion Etienne Leroy. Available from December 17, 2025, in Parisian boutiques. We tell you everything... [Read more]
Pierre Hermé's 2025 Christmas Logs, the Abysses collection
Pierre Hermé unveils his 2025 Christmas collection, Abysses, inspired by the seabed. Yule logs, Advent calendars, and chocolates will arrive in Parisian stores at the end of 2025, with creations that pay tribute to coral reefs. [Read more]
The Jules Verne 2025's exceptional Christmas log cake in the shape of binoculars
The Jules Verne restaurant is launching its 2025 Christmas log cake, called Voyage Extraordinaire, inspired by the Eiffel Tower's observation glasses. A creation by pastry chef Kévin Rabateaud under the direction of Frédéric Anton, to be ordered quickly for December 24 and 25, 2025. [Read more]
The Café de la Paix's 2025 Christmas log cake, inspired by Sleeping Beauty: the Adage à la Rose
Café de la Paix and Maison Repetto have joined forces to create the Adage à la Rose, a Christmas log inspired by the ballet Sleeping Beauty. This creation by pastry chef Simon Letaillieur celebrates 150 years of the Opéra Garnier and will be available from December 8 to 25, 2025. [Read more]
The Burgundy Paris's Feuille à feuille Christmas log, a favorite for 2025
Looking for the best Yule log in Paris? We went to discover the one at Burgundy Paris (1st arrondissement) created by Léandre Vivier. This 2025 Feuille à feuille, created around Tulakalum chocolate from Belize, is a real favorite this year. Available for click and collect from December 17 to January 1. We'll tell you all about it... [Read more]
Pierre Marcolini's 2025 Christmas logs celebrate Art Deco in Paris.
Pierre Marcolini is celebrating the centenary of the International Exhibition of Decorative Arts with its Art Deco-inspired 2025 Christmas collection. In Paris and in its boutiques, discover the graphic and delicious Yule logs that pay tribute to the movement. [Read more]
Eddie Benghanem's exceptional Christmas log cake for the Trianon Palace Versailles 2025
Here is a 2025 Christmas log that is as beautiful as it is unusual, which will make an impression on your Christmas Eve table. Étoile d'hiver (Winter Star) is the name of this gourmet dessert, designed to delight children and adults alike. Chocolate, vanilla, caramel—it has everything to make you fall in love. [Read more]
The Bristol 2025 Christmas log by Maxence Barbot takes us to the summit.
Le Bristol Paris unveils its 2025 Christmas log cake, created by chef Maxence Barbot. A superb chocolate creation in the shape of a fir tree, inspired by the gardens of the palace located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. [Read more]
Christmas Logs from Le Ritz Paris Le Comptoir 2025: Barley Sugar, Sleigh, and Gift
Le Ritz Paris Le Comptoir unveils its 2025 Christmas logs. The Sucre d'Orge, Cadeau, and Traîneau creations invite you on a gourmet journey through childhood memories. Available for pre-order from November 14 and in stores from November 20 to December 31, 2025. [Read more]
Peninsula Paris 2025 Christmas log: Joyau des Pins by Anne Coruble
The Peninsula returns to the very essence of Christmas. For her 2025 Yule log, Anne Coruble unveils her Joyau des Pins, a gourmet creation composed of no less than 12 layers paying homage to Provençal tradition. [Read more]
The George V Paris 2025 Christmas log: Michael Bartocetti's snow-covered creation
Once again this year, pastry chef Michael Bartocetti of the Four Seasons Hotel George V presents an exceptional Christmas log for the 2025 holiday season, inspired by a snow-covered tree branch entwined with Christmas roses. Available for pre-order starting October 15, it can be picked up starting December 18, 2025. [Read more]
Ladurée 2025's crazy Yule log and festive creations unveiled
For the festive season of 2025, Maison Ladurée invites us into a marvellous garden inspired by the Greek myth of the Hesperides. Yule logs, macaroons and sweets are nestled among the branches like gourmet treasures to be discovered from November onwards. We got a sneak preview of this year's creations and tell you all about them. [Read more]
La Bûche de Noël du Mandarin Oriental Lutetia Paris 2025: the log of light by Nicolas Guercio
For Christmas 2025, the Mandarin Oriental Lutetia celebrates its 115th anniversary with an exceptional pastry creation. Chef Nicolas Guercio unveils the Lumière log, a creation that should dazzle everyone around the table this Christmas. [Read more]
Nina Métayer's Yule logs 2025: Christmas in Alsace
Nina Métayer takes us on a journey to Alsace this year with her collection of 2025 Yule logs. From December 3 to 31 in her Paris boutiques, these creations revisit Alsatian traditions with exceptional savoir-faire. We tested them and tell you all about it. [Read more]
La Réserve Paris 2025 Christmas log: Jordan Talbot's sublime Astre d'Or
To celebrate Christmas 2025 and the palace's 10th anniversary, Jordan Talbot unveils L'Astre d'Or, an exceptional Yule log at La Réserve Paris. Available from December 23 to 25, 2025, this poetic creation is inspired by Nordic tales and the Belle Époque. [Read more]
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