Much more than just a pastry, the galette des rois is a unifying ritual in French culture. Every January, it provides a wonderful excuse to bring friends and colleagues together for a moment of conviviality. Amid laughter and sharing, the chance discovery of the fève breaks down hierarchies and brings generations together. A symbol of equality, this tradition embodies the art of strengthening bonds and savoring the present moment, allowing us to start the year in a spirit of collective joy.
La galette des Reines by Yannick Alleno
La galette des Reines signed by Yannick Alleno is a delicate and contemporary creation. Its thin puff pastry encases a hazelnut frangipane subtly marbled with creamy hazelnut cream and crunchy praline. Bright notes of candied lemon enhance the balance, while roasted hazelnut pieces complete the ensemble.
The galette from Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris
A classic of French art de vivre, the galette des rois signed by the pastry chef Alexandre Favre from the Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris reinterprets the Epiphany tradition with elegance and artisanal mastery. Its puff pastry, made with Normandy butter and organic ancient wheat flour, reveals a traditional frangipane enriched with an intensely indulgent almond center. Delicately caramelized, the galette is adorned with a shiny, irresistible finish, a refined tribute to tradition.
La Fleur de Noisette from La Réserve Paris
Jordan Talbot pays tribute to Brittany, his native land, which he shares with Jérôme Banctel, the three-star chef of the Parisian palace. Inspired by crêpes dentelles, its galette is adorned with a crispy decoration punctuated with caramelized hazelnut pieces. Beneath this golden puff pastry made with fresh butter lies a frangipane filling combining hazelnuts, Valencia almonds, and toasted vanilla, enriched with an intense Piedmont hazelnut center. A generous creation, designed to be shared, containing an anniversary bean celebrating ten years of La Réserve Paris.
Joyau des Rois from The Peninsula Paris
Inspired by the beauty of the fields, Anne Coruble‘s “Joyau des Rois” (Jewell of Kings) galette celebrates the French terroir with a wheat ear design. This bold creation combines crispy puff pastry with a creamy frangipane filling made with oats and Piedmont hazelnuts. The sensory experience is enhanced by a hop caramel, whose delicate bitterness is balanced by the sweetness of smoked vanilla cream. A vibrant gastronomic tribute, where each texture composes a veritable symphony of flavors.
Cœur d’amande from Le Plaza Athénée
For Epiphany, Angelo Musa and Elisabeth Hot have created a refined galette at the Plaza Athénée, combining respect for tradition with contemporary creativity. Named Cœur d’amande (Almond Heart), it seduces with its golden puff pastry made from a blend of wheat flour and roasted wheat, offering delicate toasted notes. At its heart lies a duo of almond creams: a light, melt-in-the-mouth cream with roasted almonds enveloping a generous frangipane, for a perfectly balanced and indulgent taste experience.
The galette des Rois from Drouant
Created by Nicolas Jaulmes, this galette pays vibrant homage to the Drouant institution. Its shape evokes a book, a nod to the prestigious Goncourt and Renaudot literary prizes awarded within its walls. The puff pastry features the geometric patterns of the iconic Ruhlmann staircase, celebrating the establishment’s Art Deco heritage. This creation blends gastronomy, literature, and architecture, offering a unique cultural experience where historic design is elegantly savored in the heart of this legendary Parisian residence.
The galette from Le Cheval Blanc Paris
For this Epiphany, Maxime Frédéric offers a rustic galette that is a true celebration of French terroirs. Its light puff pastry, made with Normandy butter and Auvergne flour, is distinguished by a veil of caramelized sugar with a golden color. At its heart, a melt-in-the-mouth almond frangipane delicately unfolds. Enhanced with a hint of almond, this creation offers a harmonious taste experience where the richness of the ingredients highlights the artisanal expertise, evoking the sweetness of spring blossoms in the mouth.
Monsieur Lancaster galette des Rois
At the heart of this Parisian residence, guardian of precious moments of conviviality, chefs Sébastien Giroud and Alban Monroux elegantly perpetuate the tradition of Epiphany. Their creation, a true tribute to sharing, is distinguished by its refined delicacy. This galette combines the delicacy of bitter almonds with the creaminess of pecan praline. A combination of authentic flavors that invites you to celebrate the custom in a historic setting, where each bite reveals exceptional pastry-making expertise.
La galette from Le Ritz Paris Le Comptoir
For Epiphany 2026, Ritz Paris Le Comptoir is reinventing the galette des rois with elegance and audacity. Pastry chef Joris Theysset offers an original creation made with grilled corn, combining tender Viennese puff pastry, gooey caramel, almond frangipane infused with popcorn, and crispy corn praline, topped with chocolate popcorn sand roses: a surprising and indulgent treat. Alongside it, the classic frangipane galette and an individual version are still available, all celebrating tradition with refinement.
Curve of Time galette by Jaeger-LeCoultre & Nina Metayer
Rooted in the tradition of sharing, this galette has become a work of contemporary expression. With Curve of Time, Nina Métayer revisits the Epiphany ritual alongside Jaeger-LeCoultre, combining cocoa puff pastry, chestnut frangipane, and hazelnut praline. Inspired by the Vallée de Joux, the creation stands out for its precision and refined textures. Some galettes contain vermeil beans, inspired by the Reverso watch, celebrating time, craftsmanship, and excellence.
As a bonus, Mariage Frères and its spectacular crown of Kings
Admired and coveted, the crown catches everyone’s eye with its brilliance. Flavored with Japanese matcha tea and orange blossom, this soft brioche, coated with marzipan, is adorned with candied fruits in precious hues and golden sugared almonds. Made in the heart of Paris’ Marais district, Mariage Frères‘ crown of Kings is a bold and indulgent creation, designed as an exceptional offering for Epiphany.
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Featured photo: © Geraldine Martens for La Réserve Paris
