This Christmas, Ladurée reinvents a classic dessert, the Christmas yule log, with a new design bringing a showstopping pop of colour to Christmas tables .
The Christmas yule logs have been created by Executive Pastry Chef Julien Alvarez (ex-pastry chef at Le Bristol), and this modern Christmas Log is a tribute to Ladurée’s iconic macaron.
Inspired by its shape, the logs are crafted with soft biscuits filled with a creamy liquid centre and crisp base.
The colourful range features classic and trending flavours; Vanilla Pecan, Ispahan, Pistachio, Chocolate Hazelnut and Mango Yuzu. The logs would be a great complement to vary the Christmas desserts table décor.
The yule logs are available in Ladurée stores and for click and collect at www.laduree.co.uk. Individual Log: £10.50, 4/6 Log Portion: £42
For those preferring the classic Laduree macarons, the brand has launched a festive edition including three new limited-edition, to help you celebrate the Christmas season.
- The Christmas Biscuit Macaron: created with muscovado sugar cream and caramelised, white chocolate and infused with hints of cinnamon, cloves, cardamom and nutmeg.
- Chocolate Macaron with Christmas Spices: a milk chocolate and hazelnut treat that transforms the perfect hot cholate into a macaron.
- Nougat Macaron: an elegant conclusion to the trio of delights, this macaron offers an irresistible nut filling in a smooth chestnut honey nougat cream.
The festive flavours can be purchased in Ladurée’s limited-edition Christmas boxes.
They celebrate the winter solstice, paying homage to the symbols and décor of the season.
Ladurée has created a custom garland design, adorned with pine needles, and bejewelled macarons against a sparkling white glitter background.
The most eye catching is the box of 27, which features a unique, ornate pop-up decoration when opened.
The Christmas box is available in a number of sizes and designs, making the elegant collection the perfect hostess gift or sweet treat to close out a Christmas meal.
Available in Ladurée stores and at Laduree website until 31st December.
Box of 27 (with pop-up): £78
Boxes of 8, 12, 18, 40 and 42 macarons: £26.50, £38, £52, £115 and £128.