Sofitel's La Haute Croissanterie elevates croissants for Mother's Day

Take a moment to cherish the appearance of this gourmet croissant at Sofitel Ambassador Seoul Hotel in the South Korean capital. The traditional croissant roll takes on a new form in the shape of a cherry blossom flower, as pleasing to the eye as the flowers themselves. Smooth raspberry gel glows with the same vibrancy, and cherry blossom whipped ganache builds the scents of spring into this exceptional example of La Haute Croissanterie.

Cherry blossoms, known locally as beotkkot, are revered in Korea due to the fleeting nature of the blossoms and their importance in signaling the arrival of springtime. The graceful beauty of the pink, white and red flowers also contributes to the adoration of cherry blossoms.

Indulge in the fusion of velvety vanilla cream and the enlivening tang of marinated Mexican plum, a culinary creation conceived by Sofitel Mexico City Reforma. Naturally, these flavors are brought together by the unmistakable butteriness of French croissants. In this epicurean fusion of cultures, ingredients overlap in layers to create an intricate taste profile and all the color of Mexican cuisine.

Floral notes come from dahlia, the national flower of Mexico. Dahlias were also an integral part of Aztec culture, with the tuber roots being a food crop, while the hollow stems were used for transporting water. Elderflower, also native to Mexico, adds summery hints of flowers, citrus, and honey, and its flavor has even graced royal wedding cakes.

At Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, the simple elegance of treasured French croissants lays a platform for inventiveness. The flaky, two-toned crust of the Floral Saffron croissant is infused with saffron petals. Take a bite and flood your senses with the richly flavored filling of pistachio sponge cake and Saffron creme brulée.

What better ingredient than saffron to represent global traditions of epicurean luxury? This spice derived from the bright-red stigmas of the crocus sativus flower is so exclusive and sought-after because each stigma must be picked by hand, and each flower only provides three red threads. A fitting ingredient in Dubai, an important hub on ancient spice routes along which saffron traveled. 

La Haute Croissanterie collection complements the floral designs in Sofitel hotels, which in Dubai includes verdant green walls and botanically styled headboards.
 

"Creating La Haute Croissanterie Blossoms allowed us to elevate everyday experiences for guests by infusing creativity and flair into our pastries, using unconventional tastes to bring flavors from native flowers from around the world." — Anne-Cécile Degenne, Sofitel's Corporate Executive Chef

At this Sofitel address along the Gulf of Guinea, the Wild Hibiscus croissant also takes on the shape of the flower that inspired it. The hibiscus flower is similar to cherry blossom flowers, having delicate petals that form its rounded shape, but hibiscus exists in many different colors. The flower's petals are represented by pastry at Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa, with hibiscus cream adding richness, and fresh strawberries contributing freshness.

Hibiscus was cultivated in West Africa and has been part of culinary life for centuries. Tea textured by the flavor and fragrance of hibiscus is part of daily routines and social gatherings. The perfect flower around which to form this unique croissant with the floral charm that marks Mother's Day everywhere, from France to Benin.

Heritage, authentic luxury, and finding joy in fine details. This is how life is lived at Sofitel. And it's embodied in the kitchens of Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, where the team of Croissant Couturiers has perfected the recipe for timeless French croissants, then added passionately creative details. 

Citrus Fleur is a work of culinary art with ideas as fresh as the first batch from a boulangerie. First, admire the visual delight of the croissant, adorned with white chocolate. Next, taste it to discover how lavender-infused whipping ganache and lemon myrtle yogurt cream enhance the art of French pastry-making.

New South Wales has the perfect climate for citrus trees, and the freshness and color of the fruits mirror vibrant lifestyles in dynamic Sydney. Fresh citrus scents also evoke the Côte d'Azur in southern France. Indeed, New South Wales and the Côte d'Azur share other similarities, such as enjoying gastronomic experiences beside glistening marinas or in idyllic rural settings.

Savor your Verbena Breeze croissant one bite at a time, picking out bright notes of lemon that verbena plants are known for. In the same bite, piquant rhubarb shines through. The creamy smoothness of whipped ganache contrasts enticingly with the crunch of rhubarb chips, and a glossy rhubarb confit contributes color and shine.

Verbena is a perennial herb with gastronomic and medicinal qualities, and this versatile French ingredient now graces the La Haute Croissanterie blossoms collection. At times a digestif, aperitif, marinade, or ice cream flavoring, verbena takes croissant-making on new adventures at Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opera.
 

Indulge in Verbena Breeze croissants as part of a Parisian day spent amid the splendor of the Opéra district when you stay at Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opera

Orange blossom could be the signature scent of Marrakech. Its presence pops up enchantingly in different settings, from mint tea and crisp, cold water after a day of exploration, to subtle notes in pastries during leisurely breakfasts. This gave rise to a special croissant with hints of orange blossom running through the recipe, and a sprinkling of candied orange zest on top of the pastry.

As with all Sofitel croissants, the two-toned buttery crust crafted by the Chef at Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial & Spa honors the golden ratio of French croissant-making. This time-honored practice relies on carefully defined proportions of pure butter and high-quality flour that shape the much-loved texture and flavors of croissants.