Chocolate Santa Claus Arrives At Jean Philippe Patisserie At Bellagio
Santa Claus has arrived at Jean Philippe Pâtisserie at Bellagio Las Vegas where he will remain sitting in his favorite chair throughout the holiday season. The five-foot chocolate Santa created by Jean Philippe Pâtisserie’s talented pastry team is made from 230 pounds of dark chocolate, 50 pounds of fondant and clad in a glistening suit fashioned with sugar icing.
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Surrounding Santa’s chair are presents in all shapes and sizes, topped with festive fondant bows. Every element in this intricate display was hand detailed using cacao butter and pure gold powder and is sure to delight onlookers whether they’ve been naughty or nice.
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Miniature chocolates that showcase Santa’s adventurous side and traditional Christmas symbols also are available. Selections include Santa building a sand castle, skiing and posing with one of his beloved reindeer.
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Each is made from the finest European chocolate and allows guests the chance to savor Jean Philippe Pâtisserie’s sweet holiday traditions in their own homes.
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![Praline Christmas Tree at Jean Philippe Praline Christmas Tree at Jean Philippe](http://www.finehomeslv.com/las-vegas-dessert/jean-philippe-patisserie/praline-christmas-tree.jpg)
All chocolate holiday specialties are available for purchase at both Jean Philippe Pâtisserie’s Bellagio and ARIA locations as well as online at www.jpchocolates.com. Jean Philippe Pâtisserie also offers an assortment of French favorites including crêpes, pastries, chocolates and gelatos in addition to a wide variety of retail selections and custom cakes. Photo credit: Courtesy
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