In December, every team looks forward to a festive moment before the holidays. The office Christmas afternoon break is the simplest and most effective format for creating that moment without heavy logistics. Less formal than a Christmas dinner, more generous than a simple leaving party, it strikes the right balance between celebration and everyday life.

In short: an office Christmas afternoon break in Paris and Île-de-France starts at €6 per person excl. VAT for an afternoon break, plus €29 excl. VAT for delivery in Paris and nearby towns.

  • Afternoon break: from €6 per person excl. VAT. For 20 people: €120 excl. VAT plus €29 excl. VAT for delivery, i.e. €149 excl. VAT.
  • To add as you wish: a box of 24 macarons at €64.00 excl. VAT, 20 fresh fruit skewers at €48.90 excl. VAT, Alain Milliat juice from €9.50 excl. VAT per litre.
  • Delivery from 6:30 am Monday to Friday; order until 2 pm the day before, 48 hours' notice recommended from 50 people or for several sites.

Why the office Christmas afternoon break works so well

The Christmas afternoon break naturally brings everyone together: no guest list, no complex organisation, no excessive budget. It is a moment around a table, with products that evoke the holidays: macarons in seasonal flavours, chouquettes, flaky pastries, artisan chocolates, premium fruit juices. The format is inclusive, festive and simple to organise. It fits naturally into our range of seasonal events, designed to give rhythm to your teams' year.

The star products of an office Christmas afternoon break

Product Why it is ideal for Christmas Diets
Pierre Morel macarons Colourful, festive, memorable, the "gift" product par excellence Gluten-free
Artisan chouquettes Light, generous, convivial, a sharing format Vegetarian
Mado Paris madeleines The childhood taste of Christmas, in an artisan version Organic, palm-oil-free
Butter pastries The essential base, everyone likes them Vegetarian
Winter fruit skewers Clementines, kiwis, pineapple, freshness and festive colours Vegan, gluten-free
Alain Milliat juices Clementine nectar, pomegranate juice, festive alcohol-free drinks Vegan, gluten-free

To extend the gesture beyond the afternoon break, a gift box handed to each employee or a selection of afternoon breaks throughout December keeps up the same festive warmth.

Office Christmas afternoon break budget in Paris: how much to plan?

Format Budget / person excl. VAT What it includes
Essential festive break €8 to €12 Chouquettes + madeleines + drink
Full festive break €12 to €18 Pastries + cakes + fruit + artisan juices
Premium Christmas break €18 to €28 Pierre Morel macarons + full platter + Alain Milliat juice

When should you hold the office Christmas afternoon break?

The second or third week of December is ideal, after the busy periods but before teams start leaving on holiday. A date between 12 and 20 December generally ensures maximum attendance. Announce the date at least 2 weeks in advance for the best turnout.

Order your Christmas afternoon break in Paris

L'Écrin Traiteur delivers your artisan Christmas afternoon breaks in Paris and Île-de-France from 6:30 am, Monday to Friday. Order until 2 pm the day before; for 50 people or more, or several sites, give at least 48 hours' notice. Delivery €29 excl. VAT in Paris and nearby towns, €50 minimum order (excl. VAT).

Put together your festive end-of-year moment

From the convivial afternoon break to gift boxes, as well as our seasonal formats and our afternoon breaks, we work with you on the end-of-year ritual that brings your teams together. Request your quote: delivery from 6:30 am in Paris and Île-de-France, reply within 24 hours.

To compare all end-of-year formats and their prices, see the costed guide to end-of-year celebrations at work.

L'Écrin Traiteur prices, October 2026.

Frequently asked questions about the office Christmas afternoon break

What date for the office Christmas afternoon break?

Between 12 and 20 December, ideally in the second or third week, after the busy periods and before the holidays. Check leave and training schedules so that everyone can be there. Announce the date 2 to 3 weeks in advance. Delivery Monday to Friday from 6:30 am in Paris and Île-de-France.

What budget for an office Christmas afternoon break in Paris?

An afternoon break starts at €6 per person excl. VAT, plus €29 excl. VAT for delivery: €149 excl. VAT for 20 people. As you wish, you can add a box of 24 macarons at €64.00 excl. VAT, 20 fresh fruit skewers at €48.90 excl. VAT or Alain Milliat juice from €9.50 excl. VAT per litre. The minimum order is €50 excl. VAT.

Does L'Écrin Traiteur deliver in December for office celebrations?

Yes, we deliver all year round in Paris and Île-de-France, Monday to Friday from 6:30 am, including in December. Order until 2 pm the day before; for 50 people or more, or several sites, give at least 48 hours' notice. Delivery €29 excl. VAT in Paris and nearby towns, quote within 24 hours.

Can you combine a Christmas afternoon break with a team gift exchange?

Yes, the format lends itself well to it. The afternoon break creates a friendly, relaxed moment that puts everyone at ease for the gift ritual. The free-flowing format, standing around the table, makes conversation easier. A gift box can be handed to each employee during the afternoon break.

Does L'Écrin Traiteur offer alcohol-free options for office celebrations?

Yes, our entire menu is alcohol-free. We deliver only alcohol-free food products: Alain Milliat premium fruit juices, artisan juices, water. This is an advantage for diverse teams where some people do not drink alcohol.