Messika X Le Meurice For Christmas 2024

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Messika embraces the holiday spirit with an exclusive collaboration with the Parisian palace, Le Meurice. This magical and indulgent experience sees jewelry and pastry come together in perfect harmony. Discover these precious and sweet delights in advance of the end-of-year festivities.

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THE ARTISTIC SPIRIT

Messika and Le Meurice embrace creativity with this unprecedented holiday collaboration. It’s a natural fit for this Parisian institution, which has forged ties with art throughout its history.

From Picasso to Dalí and more recently Philippe Starck, the establishment has welcomed numerous renowned artists. This strong cultural heritage is reflected in the atmosphere of this iconic venue.

Le Meurice is a living work of art, blending the elegance of Parisian style with the inventiveness of contemporary creators. It serves as a highly inspiring backdrop for Valérie Messika, who often draws her inspirations from the City of Light.

« I love the unique blend of atmosphere here, between classic French style, Philippe Starck’s contemporary touches, and Ara’s work, his daughter, on the ceiling of the Restaurant Le Dalí. Le Meurice is both grand and intimate.»Valérie Messika, Founder and Artistic Director of Maison Messika

A PRECIOUS GARDEN

From November 23, 2024, to January 6, 2025, the Parisian palace transforms into a dazzling universe of gold and diamonds. The signature motifs of Messika adorn Le Meurice, brilliantly enhancing the festive display. Together, the Artistic Director and Le Meurice envision a true winter garden. From the entrance hall to the Restaurant Le Dalí, Christmas trees sparkle with light and color, showcasing the golden, coppery pink, and silver tones of the jewelry house’s decorations.

The iconic Move motif takes on a festive air this winter, bringing an unexpected twist to the Meurice. This 360° collaboration extends even to the culinary offerings.

FROM SURPRISE TO DELIGHT: AN EXCEPTIONAL LOG

Valérie Messika’s jewelry signature inspires pastry chef François Deshayes. Here’s a glimpse of this unprecedented indulgence. Graphic and modern, the Move transforms into a sumptuous log cake with a trompe-l’oeil effect. More than just a dessert, it features a Russian doll-inspired presentation by Messika and chef François Deshayes.

First revealed is a majestic jewelry box, followed by the surprise: beneath a crunchy chocolate lid from Alain Ducasse’s chocolate factory lies a remarkable 3D trompe-l’oeil log. Three exquisite Moves, each with a perfect illusion!

These creamy, vanilla, and praline-chocolate capsules with fleur de sel each embrace a diamond-flavored vanilla water. A sublime marriage of flavors and aromas, where the roundness of chocolate perfectly complements the sweetness of Madagascar vanilla.

The ultimate tasting surprise: the chocolate box can be enjoyed solo or as a delightful treat to accompany this festive dessert.

The iconic Move Messika continues to surprise with this majestic pastry that is sure to dazzle all tables. This exclusive log is available only at the Restaurant Le Dalí at Le Meurice— a unique opportunity to bite into diamonds this holiday season in an exceptional setting.

« With this log, we wanted to create emotions, to surprise and amaze through both taste and texture, as well as form » Valérie Messika

A CROSS-INTERVIEW BETWEEN VALÉRIE MESSIKA AND PASTRY CHEF FRANÇOIS DESHAYES. CREATIVE AND GUSTATORY INSIGHTS INTO THIS EXCEPTIONAL COLLABORATION.

• What does Le Meurice, this mythical place in the heart of Paris, inspire in you?
  

Valérie Messika : I have a very special connection with this institution, as my husband proposed to me during a dinner in this palace. There is truly a unique alchemy between grandeur and intimacy in this place. It’s a historic hotel that has perfectly blended with the modernity of its time. I admire Philippe Starck’s work; he brings a quirky touch that’s a bit “out of the box,” similar to Messika. The three-gold effect colors also remind me of our house: French gilding, the contemporary mirror-polish of the designer, and the warm coppery-pink tones of Ara Starck’s work. There’s a magical and unique vibration that emanates from this place.

• For the holidays, you’re creating an unprecedented trompe-l’oeil log; how did this idea come about?
  

François Deshayes : I love the idea of surprise when opening a jewelry box, and I really wanted to replicate that. For me, it was important to immerse myself in the Messika universe, to echo the shapes and colors of the box and the pieces. We focused on every detail, even replicating the fine gold ribbon on the side of the box, showcasing the iconic Move motif while accentuating the three golds and, of course, enhancing the diamond! It was an exciting journey of research and development for us.

• What did you enjoy about this unprecedented project?
  

François Deshayes : For me, Messika is an impressive jewelry house, and Valérie’s career is equally remarkable. I wanted to meet the challenge and impress in return. It was also a pleasure to step outside the norm, to work in Messika’s offices with their team, gaining different perspectives on the usual projects and challenging ourselves.

Valérie Messika : I love the idea of this pastry trompe-l’oeil shaped like a Move. It’s a truly magical creation in terms of both flavor and form. Just like in jewelry, it requires excellence and precision. I really appreciate this blend of simplicity and essential flavors: the joy of praline chocolate and the subtlety of Madagascar vanilla. It’s exquisitely balanced! It’s also a symbolic log for me, with this trio of diamonds so dear to our house—three stones representing the symbol of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. A beautiful image to celebrate the holidays across generations.

• Any tasting advice?
  

Valérie Messika : You must absolutely let yourself be taken by the surprise of the moment. Lift the beautiful chocolate box to discover this trompe-l’oeil log. The pleasure for the eyes combined with the accuracy of taste is divine! The lightness of vanilla mousse combined with the crunchiness of praline and the richness of chocolate is heavenly!

François Deshayes : It’s a log of pleasure! An invitation to have fun and play with the trompe-l’oeil elements: daring to lift the precious chocolate lid, biting into a vanilla diamond, or enjoying a piece of the box as a treat. I love this idea of simplicity in praline-vanilla and praline-chocolate flavors, but with precise harmonies. They evoke almost childlike flavors that awaken the inner child in each of us.