Panettone in all its forms: the best addresses in Paris
As the festive season approaches, panettone is a must-have sweet, a true symbol of Italian tradition. Soft, fragrant and irresistibly indulgent, it comes in a multitude of flavors to satisfy every taste. In Paris, a number of addresses stand out for their creativity and expertise, offering exceptional creations that will delight connoisseurs.
Eataly: gourmet abundance
At Eataly, the world of panettone is a festival of flavors and variety. With some thirty flavors available, this emblematic Marais store offers classics with candied fruit, chocolate or hazelnut cream. There are also more daring versions, such as limoncello. Gluten-free options ensure that no one is left out. Prices start at €13.90, a bargain for exploring these Italian delicacies. Whether you’re a fan of tradition or looking for a new experience, Eataly is a must-visit destination for the festive season.
Pierre Hermé: Isfahan excellence
Master pastry chef Pierre Hermé, renowned for his sophisticated creations, brings his famous “Fetish Ispahan” fragrance to an exceptional panettone. Scented with rose, lychee and raspberry, this soft brioche is enhanced by a rose marzipan and crunchy almond slivers. A unique sensory experience that combines softness and crunch in every bite. Available in our Paris boutiques and online, this panettone, priced at €35, is a true masterpiece for lovers of delicate flavors.
Cova: the Milanese heritage
A two-hundred-year-old institution acquired by LVMH, Cova remains faithful to the traditional panettone recipe, handed down from generation to generation. Each brioche is the fruit of a meticulous 48-hour process, guaranteeing incomparable texture and flavor. Among their creations, the peach and gianduja panettone stands out for its harmonious marriage of hazelnuts and chocolate. At €55 per kilogram, it’s an upscale pleasure not to be missed. Find this Milanese icon at 1 rue du Pont-Neuf in the 1ᵉʳ arrondissement.
Christophe Louie: haute couture craftsmanship
Trained by master pastry chef Mauro Morandin in the Aosta Valley, Christophe Louie infuses his panettones with a touch of haute gastronomie. Working with top-quality ingredients and century-old sourdough, he offers creations with a unique texture. His chocolate and gianduja panettone, a creamy blend of hazelnuts, cocoa and sugar, is a real gourmet nugget. Available from his boutique in the 3ᵉ arrondissement, this artisanal creation is priced at €55, a price justified by the excellence of its ingredients and craftsmanship.
Hotel Bulgari: the sweetness of luxury
Three-star chef Niko Romito reinvents panettone for Bulgari hotels with an approach that blends lightness and sophistication. Made without preservatives and with organic Sicilian almond emulsion as a partial replacement for butter, his panettone is an explosion of fruity flavors thanks to hand-preserved oranges, citrus honey and Bourbon vanilla. Presented in sumptuous packaging, this luxury creation retails for €85, and is available in a limited edition at the Bulgari Paris hotel. A gourmet experience that lives up to the expectations of lovers of exclusivity.
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