Célébrant ses 10 ans d’existence, le Salon « Les Montres » accueillera les amoureux de belles mécaniques horlogères les 7, 8 et 9 novembre, place Saint-Germain-des-Prés à Paris. Créé par Arnaud et Jean Lassaussois, propriétaires des boutiques Les Montres, cet événement réunit 13 marques parmi les plus prestigieuses de l’Horlogerie mondiale haut de gamme. Gratuite et ouverte à tous, cette 10ème édition invite amateurs et néophytes à s’émerveiller devant le meilleur de la création horlogère, à découvrir les dernières nouveautés des marques, à s’initier à l’Horlogerie, et même à acquérir sur place leurs coups de cœur . . .Fidèles à cette rencontre de passionnés, Baume et Mercier, Bell & Ross, Blancpain, Breitling, BRM, Chanel, Hermès, Hublot, Jaeger LeCoultre, Panerai, Pequignet, Tag Heuer et Zenith présenteront leurs nouvelles créations, aux côtés du fabricant de bracelets de montre Bouveret et du créateur d’horloges contemporaines Philippe Lebru. Dans un décor feutré et intimiste, les visiteurs pourront satisfaire leur curiosité, bénéficier de l’expertise des marques, essayer leurs modèles favoris et même repartir avec, puisqu’il est possible d’acquérir sur place les montres exposées. Enfin, le salon « Les Montres » sera ponctué de plusieurs animations dévoilant les coulisses de la fabrication d’une montre. Un atelier d’horlogerie, orchestré par les maîtres horlogers de Jaeger-LeCoultre, révèlera le minutieux travail requis pour monter un mécanisme de haute précision. Des cours d’initiation horlogère seront dispensés gracieusement par Objectif Horlogerie pour apprendre à monter une montre, et une librairie éphémère, regorgeant d’ouvrages de référence, permettra aux plus curieux de parfaire leur culture horlogère !
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, “Les Montres” exhibition will greet all fine horology enthusiasts on the 7th, 8th and 9th of November, place Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris, France. Created by Arnaud and Jean Lassaussois, proprietors of the Les Montres stores, this event gathers 13 of the most prestigious fine watchmakers of the world. Free of access and open to all, this 10th edition welcome watch-lovers and novices to come and feast their eyes on the finest in watchmaking, discover the brands’ latest creations, take an introduction course to horology and even acquire their favorites. . .Loyal to the meeting, Baume & Mercier, Bell & Ross, Blancpain, Breitling, BRM, Chanel, Hermès, Hublot, Jaeger LeCoultre, Panerai, Pequignet, Tag Heuer and Zenith will showcase their newest creations, along with wristband manufacturer Bouveret and contemporary clock maker Philippe Lebru. In a hushed and intimate atmosphere, favoring conviviality and exchanges, visitors will have the opportunity to satiate their curiosity, benefit from experts’ advice, try their favorite watches and even leave with them, as it is possible to buy the timepieces displayed. Tinged with Parisian charm, “Les Montres” exhibit is punctuated by several features unveiling what is behind the making of a watch. A horology workshop, set up by Jaeger LeCoultre watchmakers, will reveal the minute work required to assemble a high precision movement. Complimentary introduction courses to horology, given by Objectif Horlogerie, will let visitors grab the professionals’ tools and try their hands at making a watch. A temporary bookshop full of reference books will help the more curious ones to deepen their clockmaking knowledge. Last but not least, the watch buffs will try their luck at the sweepstakes for a chance to visit the Jaeger LeCoultre manufacture. A wonderful journey through the world of watchmaking, “Les Montres” exhibit is an invitation to the heart of creation and know-how…
Salon Les Montres – du 7 au 9 novembre – 4, place Saint-Germain des Prés – 75006 Paris. www.boutiquelesmontres.com
Salon « Les Montres » : un voyage dans l’univers de l’horlogerie
/dans Joaillerie-Horlogerie /par Florence BernardinCelebrating its 10th anniversary, “Les Montres” exhibition will greet all fine horology enthusiasts on the 7th, 8th and 9th of November, place Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris, France. Created by Arnaud and Jean Lassaussois, proprietors of the Les Montres stores, this event gathers 13 of the most prestigious fine watchmakers of the world. Free of access and open to all, this 10th edition welcome watch-lovers and novices to come and feast their eyes on the finest in watchmaking, discover the brands’ latest creations, take an introduction course to horology and even acquire their favorites. . .Loyal to the meeting, Baume & Mercier, Bell & Ross, Blancpain, Breitling, BRM, Chanel, Hermès, Hublot, Jaeger LeCoultre, Panerai, Pequignet, Tag Heuer and Zenith will showcase their newest creations, along with wristband manufacturer Bouveret and contemporary clock maker Philippe Lebru. In a hushed and intimate atmosphere, favoring conviviality and exchanges, visitors will have the opportunity to satiate their curiosity, benefit from experts’ advice, try their favorite watches and even leave with them, as it is possible to buy the timepieces displayed. Tinged with Parisian charm, “Les Montres” exhibit is punctuated by several features unveiling what is behind the making of a watch. A horology workshop, set up by Jaeger LeCoultre watchmakers, will reveal the minute work required to assemble a high precision movement. Complimentary introduction courses to horology, given by Objectif Horlogerie, will let visitors grab the professionals’ tools and try their hands at making a watch. A temporary bookshop full of reference books will help the more curious ones to deepen their clockmaking knowledge. Last but not least, the watch buffs will try their luck at the sweepstakes for a chance to visit the Jaeger LeCoultre manufacture. A wonderful journey through the world of watchmaking, “Les Montres” exhibit is an invitation to the heart of creation and know-how…
Salon Les Montres – du 7 au 9 novembre – 4, place Saint-Germain des Prés – 75006 Paris. www.boutiquelesmontres.com
Mauboussin ouvre un espace Effet Mer à Saint-Tropez !
/dans Evénements /par Florence BernardinSince his arrival as the head of Mauboussin 2002, Alain Nemarcq has not stopped to change the rules of luxury jewelry. He has now a new challenge : to take gold to the beach. The famous CEO, already settled at place La Garonne, chose Pampelonne and the club The Palmiers to open its first pop-up store on the sand in » the spirit of nonchalance and freedom which characterizes the atmosphere of Saint-Tropez. You will find a large selection of jewelry and watches, not to forget the hit of the summer : the new bracelet « moi non plus » and « toi non plus » for womens and mens !
L’hôtel Capella Singapour distingué par le magazine Travel + Leisure
/dans Hôtellerie /par Florence BernardinThis year’s Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2012 has seen Singapore’s most luxurious resort, Capella Singapore, ranked amongst some of the finest hotels in the world. Officially rated 37 out of 50 Top Hotels Overall and also Top 5 out of 15 Top Resorts in Asia, is the only hotel in Singapore to be named among the top 50 in the world and also the only Singapore hotel in the Top Resorts in Asia in the recent Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2012. Some of the other well-known properties that Capella Singapore has been listed alongside include Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, India; The Peninsula, Bangkok; Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey, to name a few. Capella Singapore’s sister property, Capella Pedregal, Los Cabos ranked 57 out of the Top 100 Hotels Overall. Robert Lagerwey, General Manager of Capella Singapore, shared, « We are deeply honoured to be ranked among the world’s best. At Capella Singapore we believe that education and empowerment play a crucial role in creating one of the world’s best luxury resorts. This award is a testament to the efforts of all the hardworking staff here in the hotel and reflects our ultimate aim of becoming Asia’s best hotel ».
La Fête des Roses & des Plantes à la Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
/dans Evénements /par Florence BernardinC’est dans le célèbre jardin à la française que se donnent rendez-vous chaque année les exposants de la « Fête des Roses & des Plantes ». Cet événement rend hommage à la Baronne de Rothschild qui vouait une telle passion aux fleurs et aux plantes qu’elle entoura la villa de 9 jardins différents… ce rendez-vous chic et coloré accueillera dans un cadre enchanteur des rosiéristes et de pépiniéristes de renom, qui présenteront de nombreuses variétés : roses anciennes, modernes, anglaises et italiennes, fleurs à bulbes, aquatiques ou exotiques, plantes rares et méditerranéennes seront proposées pour fleurir tous les styles de jardins. À leurs côtés prendront place également d’autres exposants renommés dans le domaine de l’art de vivre. Ils présenteront leurs créations autour des saveurs, des senteurs et de la passion des jardins. Parmi eux, le célèbre parfumeur Fragonard témoignera sa fidélité à la Fête des Roses et des Plantes, avec ses fraîches fragrances à base de roses.
Parmi les animations proposées lors de cet événement : visite des jardins de la Villa, ateliers de jardinage et d’art floral ainsi que des conférences données par la Société Française des Roses…
Tarif Adultes : 12,50 € avec audioguide – Gratuit pour les moins de 18 ans.
Contact : www.villa-ephrussi.com
On 10th, 11th and 12th May 2013, the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild will be celebrating its rose and plant festival for the 4th year running. Around thirty international exhibitors are expected in the gardens of the villa – rose growers, nurseries and gardening professionals – to share their passion with a wide audience. This event pays homage to Baroness de Rothschild who had such a passion for flowers and plants that she created 9 different gardens around the villa. It is in the famous, French-style formal garden that exhibitors will be meeting up for the rose and plant festival. From 10th to 12th May 2013, this 4th edition will take place in an enchanting setting established by renowned rose-growers and nurseries, who will be displayingnumerous different varieties. English roses, modern roses, exotic flowers, rare and Mediterranean plants will be proposed to blossom in all styles of garden or simply for the sheer visual pleasure of onlookers. Other renowned exhibitors from the world of gardens and flowers will also take place alongside them. A partner once again, the famous perfumer Fragonard, will be inviting visitors to discover its subtle rose-based fragrances.
Adults and children alike will be able to explore the world of plants by means of a number of different activities: visits around the gardens, gardening workshops and presentations which will include talks by the French rose society, the Société Française des Roses…
Une gastronomie de haut vol à bord de La Première d’Air France
/dans Aérien /par Florence BernardinDepuis le mois d’avril 2013, les clients de La Première d’Air France peuvent découvrir à bord de nouvelles prestations pour toujours plus de confort, de plaisir, de saveurs et de détente. Ainsi, le Studio Culinaire Servair, présidé par Joël Robuchon, accompagné de Guy Martin et Jacques Le Divellec, signe les menus servis à bord des cabines La Première au départ de Paris. Pour les menus La Première servis en avril et en mai 2013, le chef étoilé Jacques Le Divellec a imaginé de nouveaux plats chauds tels que homard grillé, caille rôtie en crapaudine ou encore filets de rougets barbet rôtis sur peau… Tous les mois, les chefs renouvellent le menu en signant une entrée et deux plats exclusifs. L’objectif est de proposer aux clients une offre de restauration reprenant les codes de la haute gastronomie française !
As from April 2013, Air France’s La Première customers will be able to enjoy even more services for additional comfort, pleasure, flavour and relaxation. The Servair Culinary Studio, chaired by Joël Robuchon, accompanied by Guy Martin and Jacques Divellec, has designed the menus served in the La Première cabin on flights from Paris. On the menu in the La Première cabin in April and May 2013, top chef Jacques Le Divellec has designed exceptional new hot dishes. Grilled lobster, roasted flattened quail and roasted mullet fillets are just some of the new culinary creations signed by the internationally renowned chef. Every month, the chefs renew the menu by offering a starter and two exclusive main dishes. The aim is to offer customers a French-style fine dining experience !