March 24, 2022 – To celebrate Easter 2022, The Woodward's talented Head Pastry Chef, Titouan Claudet, has drawn inspiration from La Maison Guerlain’s glamorous eau de toilette. Original and delectable, the chef’s chocolate egg creation takes on the elegant shape of the house’s Aqua Allegoria bottle. Inspired by the famous Vendôme column in Paris with its chiselled honeycomb dome topped by a metallic gold sphere, the bottle is itself a modern version of the iconic Guerlain bee bottle designed in 1853.
The Pastry Chef's refined skills are the perfect echo to the creative spirit of La Maison Guerlain, whose joyful eau de toilette collection pays tribute to nature and its beautiful raw materials for moments of true pleasure. Titouan Claudet has created a delicate work of art made of grand cru chocolate from wild Criollo cacao beans sourced in Beni, Bolivia. Standing on a square pedestal of chocolate with fleur de sel, the egg is filled with caramelised hazelnuts and salted butter caramel, revealing infinitely decadent flavours in the spirit of chocolate mendiants. This limited-edition creation will be available exclusively by order from 10 to 18 April at CHF 98 each, to be picked up on site. Reservations at +41 22 901 37 00.
Throughout Easter weekend, Le Jardinier, with its modern décor punctuated by serene natural tones and its veranda offering majestic views over the lake and Mont-Blanc, will propose a 4-course springinspired menu at lunch and dinner for CHF 140. Committed to cooking with an abundance of local and seasonal ingredients, Executive Chef Olivier Jean’s menu promises to be healthy and generous. The bar will offer a cocktail called Bee's co Sour in homage to the Guerlain Bee, which has guided the House's collaborations and artistic creations since it landed on the original 1853 bee bottle. Created by Head Bartender Loïc Ledevin, this new cocktail is composed of bee-pollen-infused pisco, lemon and homemade mead, is infused with verbena and finished with honey produced by Stéphanie, a local beekeeper and Mont Salève white beer, offering a fresh and floral escape for the senses.
Spa Guerlain at The Woodward will offer special, sensorial moments for two this Easter, designed to be shared with one’s mother, a friend or a special someone. It is an invitation to let time stand still and savour the experience of tranquillity in a beautiful sanctuary of wellbeing. Scent-loving customers will also be offered a private perfume consultation in an experience designed to plunge into the heart of perfume history and discover the fragrance that best reflects their personality. The elegant boutique nestled within the spa offers the possibility to handpick a bottle, personalise it with an engraved message and dress it up with a custom ribbon. The perfume consultation is available by appointment only, every day from 10am to 7pm. At CHF 100 for 30 minutes, the experience is free with any perfume purchase.
Guests wishing to experience Easter in Geneva with their families can book the dedicated offer, which includes:
- Accommodations in a connecting Executive Suite and Deluxe Suite
- 50% discount on the Deluxe Suite
- Breakfast served in the restaurant or in the comfort of your suite
- A welcome gift by Head Pastry Chef Titouan Claudet
- A special welcome gift for children
- Access to Club Woodward’s swimming pool, Swedish baths and fitness area
- Free parking
This offer is valid for a minimum two-night stay until 9 June, then again from 15 September until 31 December 2022. Reservations at +41 22 901 37 77.
About Guerlain
Since 1828, Guerlain has explored, innovated and perfected its Fragrance, Skincare and Makeup thanks to its daring creators of mythic creations with timeless savoir-faire. All with Nature and Art as inspiration and the Culture of Beauty as a signature. Instituts & Spas: In 1939, Guerlain opened one of the world’s first beauty institutes on the 1st floor of 68, Avenue des Champs-Élysées. Today, our Institutes & Spas carry on this tradition of excellence, embodied by settings that are as exclusive as the treatments offered. Designed by renowned architects, they are inspired by the cultural heritage of each location, creating a unique atmosphere. Our treatment protocols are the fruit of Guerlain’s own unique aesthetic expertise and savoir-faire, offering clients around the world a truly exceptional experience.
About The Woodward
Sitting directly on the shores of Lake Geneva with awe-inspiring views of majestic Mont Blanc, the post-Haussmann-style hotel dating back to 1901 is located on Quai Wilson, and has been transformed by world-renowned architect, Pierre-Yves Rochon. The Woodward is the first suite-only hotel in Geneva with just 26 keys. In addition to its world-class dining experiences driven by L’Atelier Robuchon and Le Jardinier, the hotel is also home to two bars and a tearoom, as well as a private cigar lounge. This private residence also features a 1,200m2 Guerlain Spa including a large swimming pool and a fully equipped fitness room.