NEW! Bûche de Noël Masterclass with step-by-step instruction *

Bring home your own beautiful Bûche de Noël, (French for "yule log.") If properly refrigerated, it will last until Christmas Eve dinner!About this Event

The origins of the Bûche de Noël date back to ancient European traditions surrounding the Yule log. Long before the dessert existed, families celebrated the winter solstice by burning a large log in the hearth, often decorated with leaves or sprinkled with wine. This ritual was thought to bring warmth, protection, and good fortune for the year ahead.

By the 19th century, as fireplaces gave way to modern heating systems, the practice of burning a Yule log faded. Yet, French bakers—masters of transforming tradition into taste—reimagined the log as an edible dessert. Combining a rolled sponge cake, buttercream, and festive decorations, they created a sweet tribute to the holiday custom. Thus, the Bûche de Noël was born, becoming a cherished symbol of French Christmas.

Executive Chef Camille Le Caër is a classically trained French Chef, train