Bell & Ross and renowned Pastry Chef Julien Dugourd have enjoyed a long-standing relationship. A friend of the brand, Dugourd is well-established in the world of culinary arts and crafting delectable sweet treats. He is also a big fan of Bell & Ross, as a result of this, it has paved the way forward for several cool branding collaborations, in this case – horology-inspired desserts.
This year both Dugourd and the Franco-Swiss watchmaking house have come together once more to unveil another sweet partnership. Coinciding with Valentine’s Day, the brand has partnered with Mandarin Oriental Paris and the celebrated pastry chef for an exclusive experience embodying excellence and refinement.
Horology-Inspired
Mandarin Oriental Paris and pastry chef Julien Dugourd.
Renowned for his craftsmanship and keen eye for detail, Dugourd has created two desserts tributing Bell & Ross’ iconic timepieces. His creative culinary approach exemplifies the innovative qualities and bold, aviation-inspired designs the brand is renowned for.
Since 1994, Bell & Ross has pushed the boundaries of watchmaking with timepieces that embody precision, performance, and aesthetics. This captivating approach now appears in dessert form through the talents of Dugourd who borrowed elements from two iconic models.
The BR-01 Cyber Skull Bronze inspires a sweet treat.
For his first creation, the chef took inspiration from the BR-01 Cyber Skull Bronze. The delectable dessert delicately balances intensity and sweetness with a delicate blend of Caribbean crunch, chocolate mousse, and caramel. Fittingly, the dessert is enhanced by bronze-hued finishes reminiscent of the watch.
Exclusively, he also unveils a brand-new dessert inspired by the BR-01 Cyber Sapphire. This elegant and surprising interpretation is exclusively available at the Mandarin Oriental Paris.
Timely Collaboration
The BR-01 Cyber Sapphire in dessert form.
From February 1st to March 2nd, these exceptional desserts will be available for dine in at Mandarin Oriental Paris as well as in-room dining. This unique experience can be reserved online or on-site. Beyond the tasting, the journey continues with an exclusive visit to the Bell & Ross boutique at the Village Royal.
Located just 400 meters from the hotel, guests who book the “Be My Valentine by Bell & Ross” package will receive an exclusive gift and have the opportunity to discover Bell & Ross timepieces in an intimate and elegant setting.
Completing this immersive exercise is a special Bell & Ross showcase at Mandarin Oriental. Here, guests can discover the BR-01 Cyber Skull Bronze and BR-01 Cyber Sapphire prestigious editions that reflect the brand’s avant-garde craftsmanship.
Time seems to stand still in this encounter between fine watchmaking and haute pâtisserie. In this case, delectable desserts inspired by a truly revolutionary and forward-thinking watch brand, resulting in a unique sensory experience.
