Bûches de Noël 2024 by BO&MIE: a magical journey into the heart of winter

Christmas is slowly taking hold in Paris, and it's now the turn of light to reign supreme. The capital lights up before our wondering eyes, and the festive spirit takes hold of us as we go in search of beautiful gift ideas to slip under the tree and delicacies to find on our festive tables. This enchanted time of year feels like a return to childhood, inviting us to care for our loved ones in a spirit of love, unity and sharing. That's the magic of Christmas.

For those with a sweet tooth, there's one highlight not to be missed: the traditional Yule log. Every year in Paris, a fabulous ballet of gourmet delights awaits us, with ever more original creations to delight the eyes before the taste buds. It's worth noting that, on this occasion, the best Parisian addresses compete in creativity to offer us a unique Christmas while surprising our guests or hosts.

If you're tasked with finding THE perfect Yule log to impress your guests, why not take a trip to Bo&Mie? In 2024, the famous Parisian bakery celebrates the City of Light with a creation as elegant as it is gourmet. Inspired by the emblematic facades of the capital's Haussmann buildings,"Un Flocon à Paris" pays tribute to the architectural heritage and timeless charm of Paris. This signature log is distinguished by its spectacular design in the shape of a Parisian building, sublimated by a delicately chocolate-covered ribbon.

In terms of flavor, this exceptional creation promises an unforgettable taste experience. "Un Flocon à Paris" harmoniously combines fruity and floral notes with an exquisite marriage of lychee, raspberry and elderflower. Light lychee mousse adds sweetness and freshness, while lychee compote and raspberry and elderflower confit add a tangy touch. A trocadero cookie and a crunchy streusel complete the picture, offering a perfect balance of textures. Finally, the white chocolate shell adds a touch of elegance and lightness. Priced at €89.90, this log will delight up to 10 guests.

In 2024, BO&MIE offers a second ultra-limited edition creation, available in only 50 pieces: the"Le Flocon" log. Inspired by the magic of winter, this uniquely designed log captures the essence of the festive season with a delicate aesthetic reminiscent of snowflakes.

Beneath its elegant, refined appearance lies a subtly balanced interplay of textures and flavors. "Le Flocon" features a crunchy base ofProvence almond and streusel, topped with a creamy pressed Bresse fromage blanc and a light Menton lemon mousse. This audacious marriage combines freshness and gourmandise, perfect for delighting the most demanding palates.

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Available at €69.90 for 6 guests, or in an individual version at €6.90, this ephemeral creation is a real invitation to extend the magic of the festive season with style and refinement. A must-have for lovers of exceptional pastries!

For lovers of citrus and spices, BO&MIE unveils Flocon Exotique, an exotic Yule log full of pep and sunshine that takes you on a journey from the very first bite. It combines the freshness of a lime and Java pepper ganache with the tangy sweetness of a lime gel. Its spicy mango-pineapple confit adds an exotic touch, perfectly balanced by a mirliton cookie and a shortbread crumble evoking the textures of tropical beaches. This light, refreshing log is ideal for closing your festive meals with elegance and lightness.

Chocolate lovers will be won over by Flocon Cacao, an intense, gourmet chocolate Yule log. This creation showcases powerful flavors with a vanilla chocolate mousse and dark chocolate crunch, playing on contrasting textures. At its heart, a chocolate dacquoise and a vanilla ganache infused with tonka beans create a subtle balance between the intensity of cocoa and the sweetness of vanilla. This chocolate log will appealto lovers of bold desserts, and promises an unforgettable chocolate experience for the holidays.

Finally, for pistachio lovers, the Flocon d'Orient log is an ode to refinement and gourmandise. It features pistachio and orange blossom in an exquisite interplay of textures: pistachio dacquoise, pistachio crunch and a light orange blossom mousse. The whole is sublimated by an airy crème montée and a pistachio cream, offering a perfect balance between sweetness and character. If you're looking for an elegant, aromatic Yule log, this creation will be the star of your festive tables.

The entire collection is available in individual, 4- and 6-person formats, with the exception of the signature "Un flocon à Paris" log, which is designed to delight 10 to 12 people.