Claire Heitzler's Avellana Yule Log for praline lovers

Among this year's fine gourmet creations for Christmas 2023, we love the one by Claire Heitzler, available for delivery in and around Paris or in her boutique in Levallois-Perret. This talented chef, who has worked in some of the world's finest houses, from the Ritz Paris to Lasserre and Ladurée, now has her own online patisserie and takeaway.

Let yourself be tempted by pastry excellence with Claire Heitzler's Bûche Avellana, available from December 1 to 25, 2023. The chef, renowned for her refined, gourmet approach, offers us a Christmas under the sign of praline. This creation is an invitation to savor the refined marriage of hazelnut and praline, forming a symphony of textures and flavors.

The mouth-watering composition of this entremets includes a hazelnut crunch and hazelnut cookie, topped with a light hazelnut mousse and a semi-creamy praline heart. This tasty masterpiece is shaped like a crown, a nod to the festive season. Count €8.50 for an individual log and €68 for a log for 6 to 8 people.

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For more choice, don't miss the other variations, such as the almond and yuzu "Junos" log and the all-chocolate "Maya" log. The "Junos" log offers a fresh, sparkling alliance with its almond shortbread, candied yuzu and unroasted almond mousse, while the "Maya" log will seduce chocolate aficionados with its chocolate cookie, praline crunch and 64% Madagascar chocolate cream.

Claire Heitzler, whose talent was forged alongside some of the great names in gastronomy, confirms her signature: desserts that are both light and richly flavored. Last year, her sapin was already an editorial favorite, and this year's Avellina with hazelnut and praline is once again a unanimous favorite.

Happy holidays and Merry Christmas 2023 !