Bell & Ross Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Haute Pâtisserie Creations by Renowned Pastry Chef Julien Dugourd
Bell & Ross, known for its aviation-inspired instrument watches, has embarked on an unexpected yet refined culinary collaboration. To celebrate Valentine’s Day 2025, the Franco-Swiss watch brand has partnered with Mandarin Oriental Paris and renowned pastry chef Julien Dugourd to offer an exclusive gourmet experience, merging haute horology with haute cuisine.
Exclusive Desserts Inspired by Bell & Ross Timepieces
From 1 February to 2 March 2025, guests at Mandarin Oriental Paris will have the opportunity to indulge in two unique desserts, each inspired by an iconic Bell & Ross timepiece.
🍫 Cyber Skull Bronze Dessert
The first creation takes inspiration from the BR 01 Cyber Skull Bronze, a timepiece celebrated for its bold, skull-shaped design. This dessert features:
✔️ Silky chocolate mousse, offering a rich and indulgent cocoa experience.
✔️ Decadent caramel filling, adding depth and balance to the sweetness.
✔️ Crisp outer texture, reflecting the watch’s angular and sculptural aesthetics.
This culinary masterpiece mirrors the avant-garde design of the Cyber Skull Bronze, turning the timepiece’s rebellious essence into a sophisticated gastronomic delight.
🔹 Cyber Sapphire Dessert
The second dessert, inspired by the BR 01 Cyber Sapphire, remains equally enigmatic in its presentation. However, official sources do not provide details on its flavour profile or composition.
Both desserts are available by pre-order online or can be enjoyed directly at the restaurant.
Beyond the Plate: A Complete Bell & Ross Experience
This collaboration extends beyond fine dining, offering guests a luxury Bell & Ross experience.
🔹 Exclusive Visit to the Bell & Ross Boutique – Guests ordering the "Be My Valentine by Bell & Ross" menu will be invited to the brand’s boutique, located just 400 metres from the hotel, for a private viewing of Bell & Ross timepieces.
🔹 A Special Bell & Ross Gift – Visitors will receive an exclusive branded gift, adding a memorable touch to the experience.
🔹 The Art of Precision in Watchmaking & Gastronomy – This partnership highlights the shared values of craftsmanship, precision, and creativity, whether in fine watchmaking or haute pâtisserie.
Bell & Ross: A Fusion of Horology & Haute Cuisine
With this initiative, Bell & Ross continues to push boundaries beyond traditional watchmaking, entering the world of gastronomic artistry. Inspired by timepieces, these desserts are more than just a temporary culinary offering—they are a statement of luxury, creativity, and craftsmanship.
For collectors of fine watches and connoisseurs of haute cuisine, this Valentine’s Day collaboration is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the perfect union of time and taste, all within the elegant setting of Mandarin Oriental Paris.
