Tarte Tatin

A rustic-elegant caramelized apple tart with golden-brown apples arranged in a perfect spiral pattern, the pastry base showing flaky layers and buttery shine, positioned off-center for dynamic composition. Accompanied by a perfect quenelle of vanilla bean ice cream showing visible specks, drizzled with salted caramel sauce creating glossy pools and artistic swooshes. Garnished with candied apple chips standing vertically creating height, fresh thyme sprig, and 24k gold leaf, finished with flaky sea salt crystals.