It's Peak Bûche de Noël Season in Paris

"A log has morphed into an edible Christmas tree in Maxime Frédéric’s “King of the Forest” creation at Cheval Blanc Paris. Inside the 75% dark chocolate tree, you’ll find praline, speculoos shortbread, and mendiant made with nuts and candied orange peel, while at its base a circle of “gifts” is really another dessert entirely inspired by the classic Poire Belle-Hélène, with poached pears elevated by tonka beans, fir liqueur, and fromage-blanc mousse. The ornament at the top nods to the “white horse” emblem of this stunning luxury hotel inside the historic Samaritaine department store. Serves 6–8, €180, limited edition, preorder for pickup." - Mary Winston Nicklin