Dive into the luxury of Easter 2024 with our curated guide to the world’s most exquisite hotel chocolate eggs. From Paris to Tokyo, explore how luxury hotels are transforming Easter into an unparalleled celebration of artistry and taste
Easter 2024 marks a season of unparalleled luxury and creativity, as the globe’s most distinguished hotels unveil their Easter eggs. These aren’t just any Easter eggs; they are the epitome of culinary artistry, blending the rich tradition of Easter with the innovative spirit of the world’s leading chefs and chocolatiers. From the heart of Paris to the historic elegance of Lisbon, join us on a lavish journey to discover the most luxurious Easter eggs of 2024, each offering a unique taste of the extraordinary.
A Global Palette of Easter Delights
Le Bristol Paris: The Flame of Innovation
At Le Bristol Paris, Chef Chocolatier Johan Giacchetti presents “L’Oeuf Flamme,” a masterpiece that combines 70% Venezuelan dark chocolate with the zest of pistachio praline and the sweetness of orange blossom caramel. This egg is not just a treat; it’s a symbol of passion and excellence in chocolate craftsmanship.
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Brach Paris Hotel: Vibrant Energy Encased in Chocolate
The “Kangaroo Boxer” Easter egg from Brach Paris Hotel, designed by the acclaimed duo Yann Brys and Alexis Beaufills, captures the essence of vitality and excellence. This milk blond chocolate creation, filled with macadamia nuts and milk caramel jam, embodies the dynamic spirit of Brach Paris.
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Cour Des Vosges: Sophistication Meets Playfulness
Cour Des Vosges brings an unexpected twist to Easter with a dark chocolate crocodile on a skateboard. This inventive piece, made from 63% Peruvian dark chocolate, merges audacity with elegance, offering a nod to the playful side of luxury.
La Mamounia by Pierre Hermé: A Canvas of Chocolate and Art Brut
Easter at La Mamounia transforms into an exquisite celebration of art and indulgence, courtesy of the Pierre Hermé Boutique. Known for moments of sheer indulgence, this season, Pierre Hermé takes us on a journey that marries the rich, velvety essence of chocolate with the raw, unrefined beauty of “Art Brut”. Their signature eggs for 2024 are not merely treats; they are masterpieces, each dedicated to this unique art form. La Mamounia’s offering is a must-experience for those who appreciate the finer, more artistic side of Easter celebrations.
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Nolinski Paris: Elegance Reimagined
Nolinski Paris introduces a captivating creation that reflects the hotel’s elegant and refined identity. The chocolate milk 34% Madagascar, known for its delicate and rich flavors, forms the base of an Easter egg that is visually stunning as well as gastronomically pleasing.
Shangri-La Paris: An Easter Marvel
Shangri-La Paris offers “L’Œuf Bénitier” a creation that encapsulates the essence of luxury and surprise. With its outer shell resembling a bénitier seashell, this Easter egg harbors a treasure trove of praline, salted butter caramel, and delightful flavors. The excitement builds with the possibility of finding a winning pearl inside one lucky egg, leading to a whimsical journey to Shangri-La Mauritius.
Cheval Blanc Paris: A Tribute to the Countryside
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The “Easter Mill” at Cheval Blanc Paris is a nostalgic ode to childhood memories of the countryside. This chocolate windmill, crafted from 70% dark chocolate and accentuated with fleur de sel, tells a story of textures and flavors through layers of praline, buckwheat caramel, puffed rice, and roasted corn. A key mechanism allows the windmill’s arms to spin, bringing the tradition of the miller into the modern Easter celebration.
Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel: Feathered Elegance
Hôtel de Crillon stands out with an egg-shaped sculpture that’s as much a piece of art as it is a culinary delight. Collaborating with feather artist Eric Charles-Donatien, the pastry team has created an egg that juxtaposes 43% milk chocolate filled with crunchy praline against 66% dark chocolate with a gianduja center. At its heart lies a numbered miniature version of the hotel’s vintage DS car, offering a piece of Parisian history.
The Peninsula Paris: The Awakening of Spring
The Peninsula Paris celebrates its 10th anniversary with “L’Éclosion,” an Easter egg that symbolizes the renewal of spring. This creation, inspired by the hotel’s “Dancing Leaves” and designed by Pastry Chef Anne Coruble, unfurls its chocolate petals to reveal a heart of gourmet delight, inviting guests to witness the beauty of nature’s awakening.
Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris: A Sculpture of Seasons
The Four Seasons Hotel George V presents a masterpiece by Michael Bartocetti: an Easter egg that mirrors the delicate spirals of a budding flower, crafted from 75% pure Belize Tulakulum dark chocolate. Within its folds, flavors of pecan, caramel, lavender, almond, pistachio, and orange zest praline reflect the changing seasons, embodying the hotel’s celebration of renewal and freshness.
The Connaught, London: A Connaughty Treat
The Connaught Patisserie introduces a playful twist to Easter with its “Connaughty” chocolate Easter Egg. Crafted with orange and crispy almond praline and adorned with white chocolate and orange praline decorations, this creation draws inspiration from the vibrant orange blooms of early spring, offering a taste of the season’s joy and playfulness.
The Woodward, Geneva: A Carousel of Flavors
In collaboration with Blancpain, The Woodward presents “Le Carrousel”, an Easter egg that elegantly combines almond and coffee praline, creamy caramel with coffee and Gruyère cream, and a caramelized almond crisp, all encased in Felchlin Maracaibo dark chocolate. This creation pays homage to the art of watchmaking, translating the precision and elegance of Blancpain’s designs into a culinary masterpiece.
Le Meurice, Paris: Trompe-L’œil Delights
Le Meurice, under the guidance of Chef Cedric Grolet, offers an Easter collection that plays with the senses. The Almond, Hazelnut, and “Fruit Drawings” creations are exquisite examples of trompe-l’œil, with each nut and fruit meticulously crafted from chocolate to mimic real-life textures and flavors, offering a delightful surprise that’s as visually impressive as delicious.
Rosewood London: Inspired by Van Gogh
Executive Pastry Chef Mark Perkins at Rosewood London crafts an Easter egg that pays homage to Van Gogh’s “Almond Blossoms.” This limited-edition egg, with its milk chocolate shell adorned with chocolate branches and sugar blossom flowers, encapsulates the beauty of spring and the transformative power of art.
Ritz Lisbon: A Hive of Sweetness
Ritz Lisbon brings a unique perspective to Easter with an egg designed as a beehive, complete with honeybees. This limited edition creation is not just a feast for the eyes but also a tribute to the importance of bees in our ecosystem, offering a sweet, nature-inspired narrative to the Easter celebrations.
The Easter eggs of 2024 offer more than indulgence; they represent a global celebration of craftsmanship, luxury, and the joy of discovery. As we embrace the spring season, let these masterpieces inspire and delight you, encapsulating the essence of the hotels that crafted them and the destinations they adorn.
TheHotelTrotter.com is curated by greek journalist and fanatic hotel lover Eleni Stasinopoulou. With the eye of a fashion and lifestyle editor, Eleni hopes to inspire all connoisseurs of traveling, focusing on stylish hotel moments around the globe.
