Grand Hyatt Seoul dresses its mascot in chocolate for Christmas

Grand Hyatt Seoul has dressed its cherished mascot HY in chocolate for the festive season, creating a confection that feels almost too charming to consume. The figure sits on a glazed ceramic plate, rendered in rich cocoa with chocolate chip eyes, its rounded form topped with a crimson knitted Santa hat trimmed in white. A green and red scarf wraps around its neck, and the craftsmanship extends to the finest details: chocolate chip pupils, cream coloured accents and even a small chocolate dog biscuit tucked beside it.

The surrounding stage dressing complements the piece with intentionality. A verdant cone shaped tree stands to one side, deep red baubles scatter across a neutral cream surface, and festive ribbons in burgundy catch the soft studio light. Small chocolate fragments and cream coloured bone shaped decorations rest nearby, speaking to the playful character of the mascot.

Santa HY arrives as a seasonal offering at The Deli, Grand Hyatt Seoul’s culinary space, priced at 100,000 Korean won. Whether gifted to someone treasured or claimed as a personal indulgence during the year’s final weeks, the piece bridges the gap between patisserie art and holiday charm. The handcrafted nature means each Santa HY carries the unmistakable mark of skilled chocolate work: the textured surface, the deliberately placed features, the small imperfections that distinguish handmade confectionery from the merely manufactured.

This festive iteration of the hotel’s mascot has been conceived as both a keepsake and a delicacy, its appeal resting not merely on novelty but on the genuine craft involved. The red hat and smiling expression carry warmth; the chocolate itself promises flavour beneath the whimsy. For the duration of the holiday season, Santa HY remains available at The Deli for those seeking something more considered than standard seasonal treats.

Imagery courtesy of Grand Hyatt Seoul (@grandhyattseoul).