Couture Meets Cuisine: Dior’s New Culinary Experience
In an exciting new partnership, Dior has joined forces with Anne-Sophie Pic, the world’s most Michelin-starred female chef, for an upcoming gastronomic venture. This collaboration marks a significant step for both entities, intertwining the realms of haute couture and high-end gastronomy, representing the epitome of French art de vivre.
The highlight of this collaboration is the planned opening of a new Monsieur Dior restaurant in Osaka, slated for 2025. This endeavor reflects a long-term commitment between Dior and Pic, promising to evolve through seasons, years, and various projects. Until the Osaka restaurant’s grand opening, culinary enthusiasts can enjoy a taste of this partnership at Kansai International Airport near Osaka, where a selection of Pic’s cakes and pastries, inspired by Christian Dior’s archives, are available at the first-ever Café Dior by Anne-Sophie Pic.
The décor of these culinary creations pays homage to Dior’s signature aesthetics, featuring iconic motifs such as cannage, houndstooth, leopard motifs, and toile de Jouy. These delightful treats, a blend of fashion and flavor, are an ode to the timeless elegance of Dior and the culinary mastery of Anne-Sophie Pic.
Anne-Sophie Pic expressed her excitement about this alliance, resonating with Christian Dior’s vision of elevating women through fashion. She takes pride in celebrating French elegance and savoir-faire through this unique collaboration.
Dior’s venture into the culinary world is not new, with established Monsieur Dior restaurant run by French chef Jean Imbert at its historic flagship in Paris, along with Café Dior locations in the United States and Asia. For Anne-Sophie Pic, who holds an impressive 10 Michelin stars, this partnership adds to her global presence, which includes acclaimed restaurants like the three Michelin-star Restaurant Pic in Valence, France, and La Dame de Pic in various international locations.
This partnership between Dior and Anne-Sophie Pic is a testament to the growing synergy between fashion and gastronomy, celebrating craftsmanship, creativity, and the French art de vivre.
Photography by – Laora Queyras