The Hotel de Crillon in Paris is closing this weekend for a two-year-long makeover that includes a new spa and sweeping renovations.

In 2010, Hôtel de Crillon reaffirms its love for fashion and tailoring with this unique piece ‘‘Hand Stitched” created by their pastry Chef Jérôme Chaucesse.

The unique Christmas log combines the legendary flavor of crème de marrons and the tart nature of tangerines with the creamy texture of vanilla panacotta in a perfect harmony of textures. All resting on an authentic tangerine biscuit.

Delicately embroidered and topped with crunchy buttons, it thrills the eye and the palate of those who seek a touch of sweetness in the midst of a cold Paris winter.

The beautiful Penelope Cruz is the new face of Lancome’s Fall/Winter 2010/2011 Campaign. The campaign was shot in Paris by Mario Testino.

The actress posed on a balcony at the famous Hotel Crillon, with a classic updo and elegant, one-shouldered black dress.

Tresor was launched in 1990 and has been fronted by some of Hollywood’s most fabulous faces, including Isabella Rossellini and Kate Winslet.