2024 Advent Calendars: 17 gourmet and prestigious suggestions

The countdown is about to begin. As the festive season approaches, it's hard not to get caught up in the excitement of the anticipation of Christmas. This is the time of year when every day counts. And to make it even more special, what could be better than a beautiful (and good) Advent calendar? Whether you're a fan of chocolate, exquisite teas, sweet delights, artisanal products or wine, there's something for everyone. Here's our selection of the most prestigious Advent calendars, so that every day is a new opportunity to treat yourself and celebrate the approach of the festive season.

La Maison du Chocolat: Snowflake

The Flocon de Neige Advent calendar slips 26 chocolate delights into its 24 compartments for a daily gourmet pleasure that gives the countdown a taste of better times and reminds us of tender childhood.

• Price: €58
• Available in stores and online from November 7, 2023.
• More information on La Maison du Chocolat

Alléno & Rivoire: The Advent Messenger

An unusual Advent calendar. A string of berlingots that hold the magic of the festive season. You'll find gourmet surprises and sweet nothings. The best part? A gourmet, sugar-free chocolate with birch water.

• Price: 75 euros
• Available from November 13.
• Further information on Alléno & Rivoire

La Comtesse du Barry: the savory version of the Advent calendar

Are you more of a savory fan? This Advent calendar from La Comtesse du Barry will delight your taste buds. Featuring terrines, rillettes and foie gras, this box is packed with delicious delicacies, perfect for waiting for the big day.

• Price: 84.90 euros
• Available in all Comtesse du Barry boutiques in France and online.
• www.comtessedubarry.com

Wineted: French excellence in an Advent calendar

With Wineted, the Maison de négoce de vins rares, you can look forward to a tasty and elegant Christmas. What's on the calendar? Seventeen grands crus, four spirits and three assorted dishes to accompany these exceptional vintages. There's no doubt about it, the wait for Christmas will be under the best possible conditions.

• Price: 1500 euros
• Available online at www.maison-wineted.com

Maison du Whisky: French Whiskies Academy

Gone are the days of chocolate, and this year there's a whisky to taste every day in December. Each little window reveals a liquid treasure in its own miniature version, bringing a touch of warmth and festivity to the festive season.

• Price: 99 euros
• Available in La Maison du Whisky boutiques, wine shops and at www.whisky.fr

Alain Ducasse: 24 days of enchantment

Alain Ducasse intends to take you on a journey. In the 24 days leading up to Christmas, rediscover the richness of the terroir with chocolate treats. But that's not all. Pâte de fruit, apricot-praliné romain, chocolate marshmallow... a host of tasty surprises await you.

• Price: 51 euros
• Available from November 2, 2023 in Alain Ducasse outlets and on the online boutique.
• www.lechocolat-alainducasse.com

Pierre Marcolini: a frosty Christmas

Let the festivities begin. With Pierre Marcolini's Advent calendar, you're guaranteed a return to childhood. Christmas truffles, crunchy pralines and a host of other delights, all made from the finest Belgian chocolate, make for an unforgettable gourmet experience.

• Price: 54 euros
• Available online and in the store
• www.marcolini.com/fr/chocolats/calendrier-de-l-avent

Maison Petrossian: 24 fruity chocolate treats

Savor every countdown day with Maison Petrossian. 24 days of fruity, chocolatey delights, from dark chocolate enrobes to vanilla caramel ganache. The best part? 10 calendars contain a golden ticket for a chance to win 50g of Ossetra Tsa Imperial caviar.

• Price: 45 euros
• Available exclusively at www.petrossian.fr
• Available in stores from November 1ᵉʳ

Une Petite Mousse: beer made sublime

Let the magic of the season enchant you as you discover a world of never-before-seen flavors. Designed to brighten up your December evenings, these 24 craft beers have been made especially for the Advent calendar.

• Price: 69.95 euros
• Available at www.unepetitemousse.fr

Pierre Hermé: an infinitely gourmet Advent calendar

Pierre Hermé revisits the traditional Advent wreath. In a version... Infinitely gourmand. Gourmets will discover an assortment of 24 chocolate delights. Dark chocolate beggars, almonds and hazelnuts coated in dark and milk chocolate... there's something for everyone.

• Price: 95 euros
• Available from October 26, exclusively at www.pierreherme.com

Ladurée: elegance in a box

The Advent calendar is the epitome of elegance, with its case housing gourmet delights. A festive crown of macaroons encloses 24 treasures, including chocolates, caramels and a final surprise. A delicious journey to Christmas.

• Price: 98 euros
• Available from 1ᵉʳ November to 31 December 2023 in Ladurée boutiques and at www.laduree.fr

Ici Présent: discovering the wines of Domaine Ostertag Hurlimann

This is an exceptional Advent calendar. It unveils twelve exceptional 75 cl bottles from a prestigious Alsace vineyard, renowned for its high-quality environmental commitment.

• Price: 120 euros
• Available at www.icipresent.com

Hugo & Victor x Lorenz Bäumer: gourmet stars

This Advent calendar dazzles with its watercolor of Place Vendôme and the rich traditions of the Bäumer jewelry house. Delicious treasures in a variety of flavors are hidden inside. For Christmas Eve, a hazelnut gianduja star adorned with gold leaf awaits you.

• Price: 99 euros
• Available for pre-order from November 1ᵉʳ.
• www.hugovictor.com

Cuvée Privée: a hedonistic party season

The intimacy of Christmas dinners is captured here. This Advent calendar contains a selection of twelve 10cl bottles of wine, including such gems as Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Chablis Premier Cru, Volnay and Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé. A great opportunity to discover exceptional vintages.

• Price: 79 euros
• Available in stores and on cuvee-prive.com

Tea Seeker: discovering the world

Inspired by the expeditions of tea seekers, this Advent calendar takes you on a sensory voyage. Inside, you'll find a selection of original teas and Grands Crus. There's nothing like enjoying a cup of tea to find warmth and comfort as you wait for Christmas.

• Price: 50 euros
• Available from palaisdesthes.com

Oliviers & Co: waiting for Christmas under the olive tree

The countdown is on! Oliviers & Co takes you on a Mediterranean journey through its 24 windows, featuring a range of olive oils, vinegars and spices. A sunny way to look forward to Christmas.

• Price: €59.90
• Available in boutiques or on the brand's website, at Bon Marché Rive Gauche and Rive Droite and on lagrandeepicerie.com.
• Delivery anywhere in France possible.

L'infuseur Paris: 24 days of drinking treasures

For its first Advent calendar, L'infuseur Paris has pulled out all the stops. The box, made entirely in France, features 17 infusions and teas, a cherry bark wooden spoon, and five other miniatures of Plaq, Confiture Parisienne, Hédène, Nourée and Huages.

• Price: €119.90
• Available in boutiques or on the brand's website, at Bon Marché Rive Gauche and Rive Droite and on lagrandeepicerie.com.
• Delivery anywhere in France possible.

Whether filled with sweet flavors or festive surprises, these calendars remind us that the Advent season is a time for travel, for exquisite anticipation of the celebration to come. A tradition that endures, enchanting our childlike souls as we look forward to the magic of Christmas once again.