Once upon a time, the Palace of tomorrow

Once upon a time, the Palace of tomorrow

News Angelo Musa, the new Executive Head Pastry Chef at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée The Plaza Athénée s Cour Jardin will provide a backdrop for Philippe Hiquily s work this autumn Dior Institut at Hotel Plaza Athénée The Christmas Log by Angelo Musa, A World of Enchantment at the Plaza Athénée For a Christmas wreathed in smiles. An ice rink at the Plaza Athénée from November to January! Hôtel Plaza Athénée presents an innovative and motivating fitness equipment All year round : Hôtel Plaza Athénée : the Couture address in Paris Jazz at the Plaza. The Swing in Relais evenings are back, more fun than ever! A very popular parade (of cakes): brunch at the Plaza Athénée Hôtel Plaza Athénée The Lobby, la Galerie, la Cour Jardin & le Relais Plaza Private rooms The Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée restaurant & le Bar Guestrooms & Suites The Dior Institut Plaza Athénée s History

Press Release 30 May 2016 Angelo Musa, the new Executive Head Pastry Chef at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée Angelo Musa, World Champion Pastry Chef in 2003 and winner of France s top vocational award in 2007 ( Meilleur Ouvrier de France hence the blue, white and red collar), is joining the Hôtel Plaza Athénée as Executive Head Pastry Chef. At the beginning of April 2016, Angelo Musa was appointed by Alain Ducasse and François Delahaye to lead the teams of pastry chefs at 25 avenue Montaigne. With long-standing experience in France and other countries, the Man from Nancy is unfazed about the new challenge facing him. I m delighted to be joining the staff at the Plaza Athénée beside Alain Ducasse, and to be able to work closely with the Head Pastry Chef Alexandre Dufeu.. His job? He knows that it will be hard work but he describes it with his usual modesty and with great enthusiasm. With his staff of 21, he will be bringing his own creative touches to the menus in the Cour Jardin, the Galerie, the Relais Plaza and the Terrasse Montaigneas well as stamping his mark on functions and room service! There s no shortage of subject matter but he approaches everything methodically, as a new set of challenges His concept? His watchword is balance! Balanced flavours come first. The flavours may have their own distinct characters but they should blend delicately with each other. Then come balanced textures (to create various sensations on the palate soft, crunchy, melt-in-the-mouth etc.) and, finally, the balance between sweet and sharp or sweet and acidic. His preferences? He enjoys giving the classics a new twist. He works through each stage of the process with the same attention to technical excellence. The flaky pastry in a vanilla slice must be perfectly crisp and the cream very, very fresh. Pastry cases for custard desserts or fruit tarts must be baked blind with the precision of a watchmaker before being dressed. The cream filling for an éclair has to be beaten until it is soft and smooth, to create a contrast with the crunch of the choux pastry.

Angelo s aim is to amaze even the most experienced taste buds with a subtle combination of flavours and textures. He tests things out, plays around with the results, tastes what he has created and has fun. Eventually, he stops - he s created something that he s happy with! Now he wants to test it on somebody else now, right away! He works closely with his staff and discusses his ideas with them before trying them out on his friends. He likes people. He likes to see them enjoying themselves. Their delight is his reward. Looks like he s in the right job, wouldn t you say! Who is Angelo Musa? Born in Nancy in 1970, Head Pastry ChefAngelo Musa is a graduate of the hotel school in Metz. He won the Coupe de France competition in 2001 and the World Pastry Cup in 2003. He learnt his trade at the Pâtisserie Bourguignon in Metz then at the Relais Desserts Oberweis in Luxemburg before joining Pascal Caffet s Palais du Chocolatin Troyes. Since 2007, he has been one of the Meilleurs Ouvriers de France (best craftsmen in France), a prestigious and much-coveted title. In March 2008, he set up a consultancy firm, Papilio Conseil, through which he developed Thierry Tessier & Philippe Conticini s Pâtisserie des Rêves in the 7th and 16th arrondissementsin Paris. Now, it has led to his appointment as Executive Head Pastry Chef at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée. A brief look back at Angelo Musa s career: 1991-1993: 1993-1999: 1999-2001: 2001: 2001-2002: January 2003: November 2003: October 2007: March 2008: February 2013: 1 April 2016: Pâtisserie BOURGUIGNON, Metz Relais Dessert OBERWEIS, Luxemburg Pascal Caffet s PALAIS DU CHOCOLAT, Troyes Winner of the Coupe de France Relais Dessert OBERWEIS, Luxemburg Winner of the World Pastry Cup. This title opened doors for him. He was able to travel and find out more about other culinary cultures. Winner of the Tholoniat Trophy. Meilleur ouvrier de France (pastry) Opening of a consultancy firm (Papilio conseil) and set-up of La Pâtisserie des rêves for Philippe Conticini the 7th and 11th arrondissementsin Paris. Return to the Pâtisserie BOURGUIGNON in Metz. Appointed Head Pastry Chef at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée Paris Angelo Musa s cakes and pastries are served in the Relais Plaza, the Cour Jardin, the Terrasse Montaigne and the Galerie. They are also available through room service. Hôtel Plaza Athénée- 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 0153 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Communications Director isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com- Tél. : 01 53 67 64 44 Aude Bourgouin, Communications manager aude.bourgouin@dorchestercollection.com- Tél. : 01 53 67 66 07 Notes to editors:dorchester Collectionis a portfolio of the world s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements.the current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group) For further information please contact Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com Tel:+ 44 (0) 20 7319 7524

Press Release May 2016 The Plaza Athénée s Cour Jardin will provide a backdrop for Philippe Hiquily s work this autumn From 26 September to 16 November, the courtyard at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée will provide the backdrop for an exhibition of sculptures by the French artist, Philippe Hiquily. A dozen sculptures will be placed in the foyer (La Marathonienne) and the courtyard, where the most outstanding exhibits will be the gentle, elegant curves of La Reorneadora and Les Epicuriennes. Throughout a career spanning more than fifty years, Philippe Hiquily enjoyed working with metal, bringing it to life, twisting it and gradually discovering the thousands of ways in which iron, steel or brass can be transformed and shaped. This exhibition is being organised by the Galerie LOFT and curated by Marie-Béatrice Lavau. After working as an art dealer in Asia, Marie-Béatrice Lavau has specialised in providing consultancy services for art lovers. The exhibition will be open to the public every day from 10am to 7pm in the Cour Jardin at the Plaza Athénée. The courtyard will provide a superb setting for the artist s sculptures and they, in turn, will create a truly special event, particularly because of their wonderful patina and their delicate balance.

Philippe Hiquily Philippe Hiquily (1925-2013) was a multi-talented artist, considered as one of the greatest sculptors of the 20th century along with César or Arman. He was close to artists such as Man Ray, Max Ernst or Jean Tinguely but Hiquily always refused to be linked to any one particular school. Nevertheless, many of his works were reminiscent of Surrealism and New Realism and he is seen as one of the forerunners of kinetic art (notably because of mobiles such as Ariane or Cheng Er.). He began working with bronze circa 1980 and his pieces were exhibited for the first time in 1986, at the Galerie Patrice Trigano in Paris. A graduate of the Ecole des Beaux-Arts (1953), Philippe Hiquily believed that the aim of sculpture is to amaze and he chose to achieve this through the use of metal. He travelled through periods in history and across continents, one of those sculptors who leave a mark on their period while constantly reinventing what they do. Philippe Hiquily s work can be seen in many museums, notably the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York, the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Montreal and the Musée National d Art Moderne in Paris. The Galerie Loft has been representing him for more than 25 years. The Galerie Loft Founded in 1985 by Jean-François Roudillon, the Galerie Loft in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés has always specialised in discovering young, contemporary artists from all backgrounds, encouraging them and promoting their work among art collectors in Paris and elsewhere in Europe. From the outset, the gallery looked after the most significant artists of their generation and it was instrumental in publicising contemporary movements such as Street Art and graffiti. The Galerie Loft is also particularly active internationally, organising numerous exhibitions and lending works by its artists to institutions and foundations in other countries. It also helps to promote French artists working in France on the international scene, mainly through exhibitions of monumental sculptures. Further information: http://www.galerieloft.com/ Contact Commissaire d exposition Marie-Béatrice Lavau, Commissaire d Exposition - lavau.marie-beatrice@orange.fr - Tel.: 06 09 82 46 30 Galerie Loft - 3 bis, rue des Beaux-Arts - 75 006 Paris Jean-François Roudillon, Directeur - info@galerieloft.com - Tel.: 01 46 33 18 90 Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 01 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Communications Director isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 64 44 Caroline Lefèvre, Press Manager caroline.lefevre - Tél. : 01 53 67 66 07 Notes to editors: Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements. The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group) For further information on Dorchester Collection please contact: Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com - Tel: + 44 (0) 20 7319 75 24

Press release March 2016 Dior at the Hotel Plaza Athénée Jérôme Galland pour Christian Dior Parfums An exceptional, entirely revisited setting and a new Dior tissue massage method with proven effectiveness. Christian Dior always maintained excellent relations with the Plaza Athénée hotel, 25 Avenue Montaigne, barely two hundred meters from the designer s fashion house.these two legendary addresses, emblems of French luxury, face each other from either side of what was in 1947, and what remains today, the most elegant avenue in Paris. Ten years ago, the house of Dior chose this exceptional place as the haven where its avantgarde treatments are administered in a soft, refined atmosphere. Today, the Dior Institut is writing a new chapter of its story. The Dior Institut au Plaza Athénée turns a page in sophistication: from the reception to the Dior Institut suites and the relaxation room,all the spaces are decorated in elegant shades of champagne.

With whitewashed gilding on the wood paneling, a mirror ceiling paved with sparkling crystal, and low-relief sculptures of the famous rose - the symbol of Dior and its Dior Prestige treatment -, the suites reveal their delicate refinement down to the slightest detail.the design also appears on a floor sculpture.this serene setting and the treatments offered here are an invitation to tranquility, the exaltation of beauty, and total release. A new tissue massage technique, exclusive to Dior, will be part of the new Dior Prestige Grand Facial Treatment. This exceptional personalized skincare ritual crystallizes all the values of Dior Institut - indulgence, performance, and excellence - and it perfectly complements the signature sculpting massage of Dior Institut: Dior Prestige Awakening of the Senses, an Invitation to an Exceptional Experience. Dior Institut offers a unique sensory experience where well-being and effectiveness come together to sublimely transform your skin. This singular experience at the Dior Institut brings you serenity, self-confidence and renewed energy. Jérôme Galland pour Christian Dior Parfums Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 01 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Communications Director isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 64 44 Aude Bourgouin, Communications manager aude.bourgouin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 66 07 Notes to editors: Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements. The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group) For further information on Dorchester Collection please contact: Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com - Tel: + 44 (0) 20 7319 75 24

Press Release September 2016 The Christmas Log by Angelo Musa, A Combination of Elegance and Simplicity Angelo Musa, the Plaza Athénée s new Executive Pastry Chef, has unveiled his Christmas log, in plenty of time for the festive season. He has favoured a more conventional design to reflect the spirit of Christmas and the festive tradition, ideal for those special moments with the family. In doing so, he has turned the spotlight on elegance and simplicity, with authentic flavours that have definite character and a simple but elegant form. Let yourself be tempted by this log with its milk chocolate coating and its light hazelnut and vanilla cream filling. Enjoy a touch of fantasy with the yuzu ganache and fall in love with the crispy hazelnut biscuit. Take a bite and wait for the elegant explosion of fragrance and flavour. Connaisseurs will know the score immediately their tastebuds will be in seventh heaven! Limited edition Serves 6 to 8 Price: 90 euros incl. VAT Bookings: phone +33 (0) 153 676597 (from 1 December) Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 01 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Communications Director isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 64 44 Caroline Lefèvre, Press Manager - caroline.lefevre@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 66 07 Notes to editors: Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements. For further information on Dorchester Collection please contact: Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com - Tel : + 44 (0) 20 7319 7524

Press Release September 2016 A World of Enchantment at the Plaza Athénée Teddy Bear and Dolly Corolle will captivate you in a sparkling winter wonderland The Plaza Athénée s World of Enchantment will be open from 27 November 2016 to 5 January 2017 on the 1st floor of the famous luxury hotel in Paris, welcoming hotel guests as well as visitors of all ages looking to enjoy the magic of Christmas. Visitors will be taken into the enchanting world of a Christmas fairy tale. The Plaza s iconic red bears and Corolle s Snow Treasure dolls will delight children and parents alike amid the dazzling decor of sleighs, sledges and a mysterious forest. While the older members of the family have tea in the splendid gallery and nibble one of Angelo Musa s latest culinary creations, the children can go and explore the World of Enchantment exhibition. Then, if they want to pirouette like a pro, they can don a pair of skates and learn the finer points of the art on the rink installed in the courtyard, the Cour Jardin.

Corolle, the Plaza Athénée s partner for the festive season, is a French company located in the Tours area. It is a leading brand in the doll market. In fact, it has been a benchmark since 1979. Corolle dolls are easily recognisable for their pretty faces, grace, elegance and delicate scent of vanilla. Every year, the Plaza Athénée offers a little Christmas magic to guests of all ages with its magnificent ice rink but, this year, it wanted to add a little extra touch and show Christmas through a child s eyes. The event also gives Teddy, the Plaza Athénée s emblematic bear, an opportunity to make a very pretty friend Practical information: Located on the 1st floor of the Hôtel Plaza Athénée, 25 avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris. The World of Enchantment awaits you between 27 November 2016 and 5 January 2017. Angelo Musa s latest cakes and pastries will be served at teatime in the gallery. The ice rink will be open from 27 November 2016 to 29 January 2017, from Wednesday to Sunday between noon and 7pm. Ice rink open to children aged 6+. Corolle Press Office L ambassade 88 avenue Kléber - 75116 Paris - Tel.: +33 (0) 147 011246 Marine Delègue and Monique Mehrez marine.delegue@lambassade.agency Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 01 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Communication Director isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : +33 (0)1 53 67 64 44 Caroline Lefèvre, Press Officer caroline.lefevre@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : +33 (0)1 53 67 66 07 Notes to editors: Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements. The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group) For further information on Dorchester Collection please contact: Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com - Tel: + 44 (0) 20 7319 75 24

Press release Septembre 2016 For a Christmas wreathed in smiles. The Plaza Athénée s florists are offering a few very special classes in the run-up to Christmas! During the month of December, our florists will be welcoming a small number of privileged guests to the enchanting setting of the Cour Jardin in winter for a lesson in creating an Advent wreath, Christmas wreath or table decoration. For 90 minutes, from 2.30pm to 4pm, Guillaume or Mehdi will provide instruction and share all the little tips you need to create the design for your front door or table and impress your visitors. They will supply everything you require (a range of materials, decorations in different colours and tools) including the most important thing the advice that will allow you to leave with the best of all designs, your own! Dates & subjects of the classes: Tuesday 6 December Tuesady 13 December Tuesday 20 December Price: 120 euros per person, including: - The lesson - A hot drink and a few sweet nibbles made by Angelo Musa s team - The completed wreath Bookings by email or phone. Tel.: 01 53 67 66 07 or Email: noel.hpa@dorchestercollection.com Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 01 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Communications Director isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 64 44 Caroline Lefèvre, Press Manager - caroline.lefevre@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 66 07 Notes to editors: Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements. For further information on Dorchester Collection please contact: Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com - Tel : + 44 (0) 20 7319 7524

Press Release September 2016 An ice rink at the Plaza Athénée from November to January! From Sunday 27 November 2016 to Sunday 29 January 2017, visitors will be taken into a magic world decked out in the colours of Christmas. As it does every year, the Hôtel Plaza Athénée will be installing an ice rink of almost 100 sq. metres in the Cour Jardin! The rink is designed for children between the ages of 6 and 12 who will be able to enjoy skating safely, watched over by qualified instructors. The latest cakes by Angelo Musa, the new Executive Pastry Chef, will be served in the gallery at teatime, as part of a menu at 48 euros per person including a hot drink. The menu provides entry to the ice rink for two children. Offer valid subject to availability. Practical information: The ice rink is open from Wednesday to Sunday between 3pm and 7pm. (There cannot be more than 10 children on the rink at any one time. A member of hotel security will be present during opening hours on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Skates, gloves and helmets are supplied free of charge). To add even more magic to the occasion, Teddy Bear and the Corolle doll await young and old in the World of Enchantment on the 1st floor of the famous luxury hotel in Paris, in a fairytale setting that is the stuff of dreams. Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 01 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Directrice de la Communication isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 64 44 Caroline Lefèvre, Attachée de Presse caroline.lefevre@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 66 07 Note à la rédaction : Dorchester Collection regroupe quelques-uns des plus beaux hôtels au monde situés en Europe et aux Etats-Unis. S appuyant sur son expérience inégalée et son aptitude en matière d acquisition et de gestion de joyaux de l hôtellerie, la mission de Dorchester Collection est de développer un portefeuille hôtelier irréprochable. L'objectif est en effet de regrouper les plus beaux hôtels du monde en acquérant directement ses propriétés, en assurant le management des hôtels, qu'ils aient été acquis de manière partielle ou totale, ou bien encore en dirigeant ceux-ci par contrat de gestion. Pour plus d informations sur Dorchester Collection, veuillez contacter Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com Tel : +44 (0) 20 73 19 75 24

Press Release May 2016 Hôtel Plaza Athénée presents an innovative and motivating fitness equipment Hotel Plaza Athénée is the first Parisian palace offering to its guests one of the most efficient and complete fitness equipment at the moment: the Nexersys NXS. Based on martial arts, this virtual coach will improve cardio, strength, speed and precision throughout an intensive and efficient workout, in only 20 minutes. It will also help the user burning calories faster than with any other fitness equipment with a playful aspect. The workout is divided in 4-minute rounds with 30 seconds of directions from the virtual coach, 3 minutes of high intensity exercise and 30 seconds for cooling down and checking results. Nexersys NXS delivers a full-body training involving the heart, a large number of muscular groups of the top and the bottom of the body as well as the cognitive functions of the user. For each round, there are different types of training: - Cardio: to work specifically on endurance. - Strike: to focus on strike, speed and precision. - Follow me: to work on reaction time and coordination. - Avatar: to apply your new skills facing a virtual opponent. - Core: to focus on abs. Each user can use his personal account that will allow the virtual coach to adapt exercises to the fitness level during the next visits at Hôtel Plaza Athénée! Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 01 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Communications Director isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 64 44 Aude Bourgouin, Communications manager aude.bourgouin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 66 07 Notes to editors: Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements. The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group) For further information on Dorchester Collection please contact: Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com - Tel: + 44 (0) 20 73 19 75 24

Press release June 2015 Jazz at the Plaza. The Swing in Relais evenings are back, more fun than ever! After a recent makeover by Bruno Moinard, the Relais Plaza has changed its decor without changing its traditions. It still has its elegant atmosphere, Art Deco styling and cadenced, respectful service with the right touch of cordiality. It s just what a Parisian venue should be! So when Werner Kuchler organises the Swing in relais evenings on the last Wednesday of the month, people make sure they get their bookings in quickly. This is more than just a musical event. There s great food and a relaxed atmosphere too. All you need for a fantastic evening. The welcome for which Werner and his staff are famous, the shimmering lights and the centrally-placed piano create such a warm first impression. You feel you re with friends here! The evening begins, the guests arrive and are carefully seated. Whether you order a specially-created Relais menu or a perfectly-seasoned steak tartare, Chef Philippe Marc reads indefatigably from his own gourmet song sheet. Then the performer steps onto the stage Accompanied by the piano or a jazz band, Werner offers a répertoire of jazz that may be exuberant or velvety smooth. It all depends on his mood or the time of night. The programme includes classics made famous by Ray Charles, Yves Montand or Charles Aznavour. Frank Sinatra s softest melodies are given a feverish workout. Guests discreetly tap their feet or get up for a dance. Some of them may even hope, secretly, that Werner will ask them to come and accompany him at the microphone. The desserts, created by Head Pastrycook Jean-Marie Hiblot, who works closely with Christophe Michalak, arrive on the tables. The ambiance couldn t be better. Is it time to go? What, already? OK, then. But let s book for next month. It was such fun! Yes, do come again. It s the last Wednesday of the month! Thank you, Werner, for entertaining us so well. You re one of the dandies who ensure that Paris will always be Paris!

A word about Werner Kuchler: Werner Küchler s expertise and spontaneity have been delighting clients at the Relais Plaza for the past forty years, giving them the feeling that they belong to one great family. He provides a sincere, warm welcome but his impeccable manners ensure that he never intrudes on a client s personal space. When he was appointed Director of the Relais Plaza in 1987, Werner, who originally came from Bavaria, quickly won over his clients thanks to his wonderful personality and his charisma. Werner has succeeded in developing the Relais Plaza, but slowly our clients don t like being rushed. He organised the first musical evening at the Relais Plaza one New Year s Eve. It was a huge success. Thank You letters began pouring in the next day. He repeated the experiment for the Russian New Year on 13 January and, again, clients came to dance and have fun. They loved it and thanked him for it. That set the rhythm. Now the Relais Plaza hosts a jazz evening every month and the Swing in Relais evenings are an event not to be missed. Werner goes with the flow, crooning his way through Wonderful World or performing Autumn Leaves in an improvised duet with Queen Sirikit of Thailand when she s having one of her private dinners at the Relais. Le Relais Plaza - 21, avenue Montaigne 75008 Paris Restaurant Manager: Werner Kuchler Chef: Philippe Marc - Pastrycook: Angelo Musa and Alexandre Dufeu Lunch from noon to 2.45pm / Dinner from 7pm to 11.30pm. 110 covers. Discreet tables available on request. Private setting possible in part of the restaurant: up to 40 covers. Swing in Relais evenings on the last Wednesday of the month. Menu 78 (starter, main course and dessert excluding drinks). Phone bookings on +33 (0) 153 676 400 or book by email on: mdhrelais.hpa@dorchestercollection.com Average price : 90 per person (excluding drinks) Chef Alain Ducasse supervises all the Plaza Athénée menus and also has his own Parisian restaurant there, under his own name. Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 01 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Communications Director isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 64 44 Aude Bourgouin, Communications manager aude.bourgouin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 66 07 Notes to editors: Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements. The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group) For further information on Dorchester Collection please contact: Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com - Tel : + 44 (0) 20 7319 75 24

Press release February 2015 Hôtel Plaza Athénée: the Couture address in Paris Our establishment is similar to the couture houses of avenue Montaigne, not only for the customized services we offer each of our guests, but also because of our craftspeople. François Delahaye Text by François Simon, foreword by Pascal Payen-Appenzeller Celebrating its first 100 years, the Hôtel Plaza Athénée in the elegant heart of Paris is looking ahead to its next century. Following a yearlong renovation, guests are rediscovering the warm, refined surroundings for which the hotel is legendary. Opened in 1913 on Avenue Montaigne, soon after the opening of the Theatre des Champs-Élysées, the Plaza Athénée rapidly became the inevitable meeting place of the city s elite. Famous guests include Mata Hari (who was arrested there), Rudolph Valentino, Grace Kelly, Gary Cooper, and modern icons Michael Jackson, Johnny Depp, Anna Wintour, Stevie Wonder, and Penelope Cruz. Located within one of Paris s most prestigious districts, the hotel remains at the center of fashionable and artistic Parisian life. This stately volume opens the doors of the Hôtel Plaza Athénée, and recounts the legend of its remarkable longevity, through previously unpublished documents and interviews with those whose lives have intersected in this mythical hotel. 23 x 30 cm 196 pages 200 illustrations hardcover with jacket. 65 $85 55 ISBN : 978 2 7594 0737 8 Hôtel Plaza Athénée is available for purchase at ASSOULINE boutiques worldwide and through www.assouline.com

About François Simon : François Simon was food critic for French newspaper Le Figaro for more than twenty years; he currently hosts the Paris Dernière show on the Paris Première television network. Simon has launched a Web site, simonsays.fr, he regularly contributes to publications including Air France magazine and L Officiel Homme, and he continues to write books devoted to the art of living well. For Assouline, Simon has also written The Provence of Alain Ducasse (2001), Paris Hotel Stories (2003), Toscane(s) (2004), Jean-Paul Hévin (2007), and Cuisine & Cravings of the Stars (2008). About Pascal Payen-Appenzeller : A stratigrapher, historian, writer, and poet, Pascal Payen-Appenzeller has a passion for the piano as well as for contemporary art, of which he is also a collector and a critic. He is the author of numerous books on Paris, including the first encyclopedia on the city, Champs- Élysées: dictionnaire historique, architectural et culturel, 1er tome (Gourcuff Gradenigo, 2013), as well as the original edition of Hôtel Plaza Athénée, published by Assouline in 2004 in collaboration with the hotel. Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: 01 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Communications Director isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 64 44 Aude Bourgouin, Press manager aude.bourgouin@dorchestercollection.com - Tél. : 01 53 67 66 07 Assouline editions 35, rue Bonaparte 75006 Paris Press contact : Stéphanie Labeille Tél. : 00 1 917 522 1482 E-mail : stephanie@assouline.com www.assouline.com Notes to editors: Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements. dorchestercollection.com For further information on Dorchester Collection please contact: Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com Tel: + 44 (0) 20 7319 75 24

Press Release March 2015 A very popular parade (of cakes): brunch at the Plaza Athénée Brunch. A convivial and particularly mouthwatering moment which the staff at the Plaza Athénée has decided to turn into a veritable fashion parade of sweet and savoury delights. Begin with the famous homemade pastries (flaky chocolate and pistachio bun, walnut and lemon croissant, sugar tart, Breton kouignamann, chocolate or raspberry brioche, and last but by no means least the kouglof from Alsace) to accompany your hot chocolate, tea or coffee, with a yoghurt, honey, marmalades and fresh fruit juice. What s next? A glass of champagne delicately leads the way to the following course while a bite-sized nibble awakens your tastebuds before you select your favourite egg dish - fresh Boiled Egg, Eggs Benedictine or softboiled Eggs Cardinal with a slice of lobster. Finally, you can choose a main course from among the Carpaccio of Bass Marinated in Cédric Casanova Oil, Rocket, Green Asparagus from Le Pertuis or a few thin Slices of Breton Artichoke, Lambs Lettuce and Black Truffle. After the selection of three mature cheeses accompanied by grapes, the desserts parade onto the table choux pastry with salt butter caramel, French toast to share, a bowl of diced fresh fruit, a selection of verrines etc. What more could a gourmet hope for! Haute couture brunch is served daily except Thursdays and Fridays, from 11am to 1.45pm. Director: Antoine Lair - Chef: Philippe Marc Pastrycooks: Alexandre Dufeu Telephone bookings on 01 53 67 65 36 or by email: petitdejeuner.hpa@dorchestercollection.com Price: 120 euros (130 on Sundays) Hôtel Plaza Athénée - 25 avenue Montaigne - 75008 Paris - Tel.: +33 1 53 67 66 65 Isabelle Maurin, Director of Communications isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com - Tel.: +33 1 53 67 64 44 Aude Bourgouin, Communications Manager aude.bourgouin@dorchestercollection.com - Tel.: +33 1 53 67 66 37 Editor's Note: Dorchester Collection groups together some of the world's foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the United States. By applying its unrivalled experience in owning and operating some of the world s great individual hotels, the Dorchester Collection's vision is to become the ultimate hotel management company, with a passion for excellence and innovation, honouring the individuality and heritage of its hotels. This will be achieved through both acquiring hotels and managing hotels on behalf of third parties. For more information about Dorchester Collection, please contact Julia Record Julia.Record@dorchestercollection.com Tel.: +44 (0) 20 73 19 75 24

ONCE UPON A TIME, THE PALACE OF TOMORROW Façade du Plaza Athénée Bi Premium-Masahiko Takeda Our establishment has a close relationship with the couture houses on Avenue Montaigne, not only through the bespoke services that we offer each of our guests, but also because we are closely connected to our employees, who may well be working behind the scenes but who are very much in the spotlight in keeping the Hotel running similar to the seamstresses who work behind the scenes of a fashion show. Once upon a time, the palace of tomorrow. It says it all... beauty and intimacy, past and present.

The aim behind the expansion of the Plaza Athénée is to continue the adventure that started one hundred years ago, explains the Hotel s general manager. With this in mind, the renovations of the Plaza Athénée have strived to maintain the property s Parisian essence whilst linking it to the world of Haute Couture. The Hotel s motto Once upon a time, the palace of tomorrow highlights two key elements. Firstly, Once upon a time, recalls the beginning of the Hotel s story, based first and foremost on respecting its heritage and where the essence of the Hotel lies. The Haussmannian architecture, the facade, the lobby, the wood panelling of Le Bar, La Galerie, the Alain Ducasse at Hotel Plaza Athénée restaurant, La Cour Jardin and Le Relais Plaza all feature on the list of historic places in Paris. Furthermore, the Hotel s relationship with its guests contributes to the essence of the Hotel as well as its connection with its employees, some of whom have worked at the Hotel for over thirty years. The second part of the Hotel s motto, the palace of tomorrow, looks to the future and considers how best to integrate the iconic palace into the modern world without betraying the heritage of the property. The challenge here was to subtly enhance the Hotel homely atmosphere for our current guests whilst considering a style that would appeal to the following generations. 2014 marks the beginning of a new era for the Plaza. Athénée with a renovation that not only embraces the past 100 years but looks to the future combining the classic with the contemporary. The project was carried out with the help of the following designers and artists; the architect Jean- Jacques Ory, who was responsible for extending the premises; the interior designer Bruno Moinard for the decoration of the communal areas; designers Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku for the Alain Ducasse at Hotel Plaza Athénée restaurant and Le Bar; and finally Marie-José Pommereau for the restoration of the guestrooms and apartments. It is with this combined support that the Plaza Athénée will remain an elegant and timeless destination offering guests an unforgettable experience.

Enhancing the communal areas with a delicate touch Internationally acclaimed interior designer Bruno Moinard was chosen by the Hotel to redesign the lobby, La Galerie, La Cour Jardin, the Salon Organza (previously known as the Salon Marie Antoinette) and the new ballroom named the Salon Haute Couture. In order to create a spectacular yet discreet atmosphere, without changing the Hotel s concept, Bruno Moinard has placed emphasis on a subtle silver colour scheme complementing the existing features of the Hotel highlighted by light effects, be they natural or electric. La Galerie Niall Cluton Today, luxury is found in detail, in the seam, the lining, in what remains unseen, in surprises. Not in extravagance or overtly opulent decor.

The Lobby When entering the lobby, guests will be instantly immersed by Haute Couture. Floral displays add to the welcoming atmosphere and are changed every week. New bronze, marble and brushed oak furnishings have been designed, along with wood panelling on the walls. The beautifully designed mosaic floor is adorned with a rug inspired by a crystalline motif, which echoes the large chandelier. Le lobby Niall Clutton

La Galerie In La Galerie, famous throughout Paris for its desserts, Angelo Musa and the pastry chef Alexandre Dufeu reveal their latest creations. Light is a key element in La Galerie with silver tones, chandeliers and the shaded patterns of the rug that adorns the mosaic floor. Taking inspiration from La Cour Jardin, which La Galerie overlooks, the design details evoke nature with branch-shaped chandeliers, acanthus leaves surrounding lamp and sofa stands, and hand embroidered floral patterns upon cushions. La Galerie provides an elegant and comfortable space for guests to unwind at any time of day. La Galerie Eric Laignel HEAD CHEF : Philippe Marc FLOOR MANAGER : Gabriele Zennaro OPENING HOURS : Every day from 8 am to 2 am MENUS : Average à la carte price: 65 (not including drinks). Le Goûter du Plaza Athénée : from 48 with a hot drink CONTACT: + 33(0)1 53 67 66 00. bargalerieterrasse.hpa@dorchestercollection.com

La Cour Jardin Landscaped by the garden designer and architect Olivier Riols, La Cour Jardin is a perfect setting for guests to enjoy at any season. With its geraniums and Virginia creepers, crape myrtle and red camellias in the summer, it also brings an ice rink to enjoy in the winter. The main change includes the design of new bench seats adorned in a cane fabric and embroidered with the Hotel s logo. La Cour Jardin Niall Clutton OPENING TIMES : In season, every day from noon to 2.30 pm and 7 pm to 10.30 pm MENUS : Average à la carte price: 110 (not including drinks) CONTACT : +33 (0)1 53 67 66 02. mdhcourjardin.hpa@dorchestercollection.com

Le Relais Plaza Created in 1936, Le Relais Plaza is a chic brasserie that has become one of the capital s go-to destinations over the years. This Parisian venue, with its cosmopolitan and refined atmosphere, evokes the dandyism of former times, which continues to inspire Werner Küchler, the restaurant manager of this iconic establishment, where chef Philippe Marc heads the kitchen. Under the direction of Bruno Moinard, Le Relais Plaza s refurbishment predominantly consisted of redecorating a few elements of the restaurant. Particular attention was paid to detail, such as the lampshade crafted in folds of fibrous plaster, as well as the furnishings and the newly extended bar area. Le Relais Plaza Niall Clutton OPENING TIMES : Every day from noon to 2.45 pm and 7 pm to 11.30 pm MENUS : 54 and 64 menus (not including drinks). Average à la carte price: 90 (not including drinks) CONTACT : + 33(0)1 53 67 64 00. mdhrelais.hpa@dorchestercollection.com

Private Rooms Salon Organza Eric Laignel

The Organza, Création and Collection rooms The private rooms have been considerably extended: the two previously existing rooms (Salon Organza and Collection rooms) have been joined by a spacious ballroom (Salon Haute Couture), a warm space for breaks, along with two adjoining meeting rooms (Création rooms A & B) located on the upper floors of the Hotel. The whole spirit of Haute Couture is celebrated through light in the Salon Organza. In the centre of the room, a rug is printed with a pattern that matches La Galerie s wing chairs and the sofas in La Cour Jardin. The 85 square metre room can accommodate up to 120 guests. SALON ORGANZA : 85m² RECEPTION CAPACITY: Max capacity: 120 / theatre style: 80 / cabaret: 35 / banquet: 72 MENU : Menus from 150 per person / Workshop from 230 per person SALON COLLECTION : 55m² RECEPTION CAPACITY: Max capacity: 60 / theatre style: 40 / cabaret: 24 / banquet: 27 MENU : Menus from 150 per person / Workshop from 230 per person SALON CRÉATION A : 70m² RECEPTION CAPACITY: Max capacity: 85/ theatre style: 75 / cabaret: 30 MENU : Workshop from 230 per person SALON CRÉATION B : 30m² RECEPTION CAPACITY: Max capacity: 20 / theatre style: 20 / cabaret: x MENU: Workshop from 230 per person

The Salon Haute Couture The Salon Haute Couture spans over 150 square metres and 5.75 metres in height, with a total capacity of 200 guests. The aim of this room was to create a timeless space for events and special occasions. With every detail of decoration taken into account, from the glamourous red floor rug to the golden ceiling which holds 7 large chandeliers, the Salon Haute Couture will be Paris ultimate event space. Salon Haute Couture en style gala Eric Laignel SALON HAUTE COUTURE : 150m² RECEPTION CAPACITY : Max capacity: 200 / theatre style: 130 / cabaret: 90 / banquet: 60 MENU: Menus from 150 per person / Workshop from 230 per person CONTACT : Groups and Events Department + 33(0)1 53 67 66 74 events.hpa@dorchestercollection.com

The Alain Ducasse at Hôtel Plaza Athénée Restaurant François Delahaye and Alain Ducasse appointed the Jouin Manku agency to redesign the new Alain Ducasse at Hotel Plaza Athénée restaurant. Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku used their innovative vision for the restoration of these space and embarked on a project using architectural design and playful dimension. In order to create their vision they used the expertise of several artistic craftsmen from the national association Meilleurs Ouvriers de France. Luxury is about inventing new, personal experiences that are not familiar to everyone and have not already been encountered. Luxury highlights individuality

Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku have created a space that shakes up all the codes of Fine Dining. The restaurant offers a radical and surprising aesthetic with the exceptional know-how of local craftsmen, who helped create the furnishings in particular. Although guests will be in the same restaurant space, the atmosphere will differ between lunch and dinner. The decor, light, table settings, and seating arrangements all play a role in the restaurant s transformation by night. Breakfast can also be served here for Hotel guests only. In conjunction with the products served on the menu, the two designers have chosen authentic materials including tables made of wood, leather and stainless steel. Huge elegant silver bells, that recall the service bells used in aristocratic households in the last century, reflect the crystal drops of the chandeliers. In the evenings only, the back wall opens up to reveal the chef s treasure trove, a cabinet full of culinary objects reflecting a history of tableware. Combining pieces taken from Alain Ducasse s personal collection and elements chosen from the greatest French manufacturers, such as Christofle and Cristalleries Saint-Louis, the aim of this treasure chest is to encourage conversation and enhance the sense of curiosity within the restaurant. Salle du restaurant Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée Pierre Monetta Alain Ducasse Maurice Rougemont OPENING TIMES : Lunch: 12.45 pm - 2.15 pm (Thursdays & Fridays). Dinner: 7.30 pm - 10.15 pm (Monday to Friday) MENUS : Average à la carte price: 250 (not including drinks). Naturalité menu: 210 (from the seasonal à la carte ) Marine-Garden menu 380 (3 dishes, cheese & dessert) CONTACT : + 33(0)1 53 67 65 00. adpa@alain-ducasse.com

The idyllic Bar Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku have adopted a bold and creative approach to Le Bar, plunging guests into a distinctive and dreamlike atmosphere. Known as one of the top evening destinations in Paris, Le Bar has been redesigned to create an innovative setting. Using a contemporary style, the space is decorated with a blend of blue and brown tones. The ceiling is hidden under an installation composed of wreaths of fabric whilst the oversized bar in transparent resin levitates within the space. The chairs and sofas are elegantly designed with saddler topstitching, inspired by some of the finest vintage cars in the world. In the evenings, the glass disk-shaped lamps shed a dim and more discreet light creating an intimate ambience. Le Bar du Plaza Athénée Eric Laignel

Who is your #PlazaBuddy tonight? Thierry Hernandez and Julien Lambert, respectively bar director and artistic director of Le Bar du Plaza Athénée, have designed a cocktail menu with six categories represented by mascots created specially for the Plaza Bar, a modern interpretation of the hotel s teddy bear. Depicted on the menu and on the coasters, the mascots form a leitmotiv for the Bar, with a unique #PlazaBuddy signature. BESPOKE COCKTAILS Inspired by the habits of today s younger generation, the cocktails are served in glasses specially designed by the Jouin Manku Agency, also responsible for the Bar s innovative décor, and specially hand-blown in Murano. They come in three sizes - small, medium and large - so that clients can order exactly what they want, no more and no less. Another highlight of the cocktails is the possibility of an ephemeral signature on a marshmallow, sitting atop the rim. OPENING TIMES : Every day from 6 pm to 2 am MENUS : Average à la carte price: 30 (not including drinks) CONTACT : + 33(0)1 53 67 66 00. bar.hpa@dorchestercollection.com

GUESTROOMS & SUITES Junior Suite Prestige / Prestige Junior Suite Eric Laignel

Guestrooms and suites designed as private apartments For the restoration of some of the guestrooms and suites, the Hotel chose Marie-José Pommereau, who has been responsible for decorating the rooms for the last 14 years. The Hotel now has 154 rooms and 54 suites, having created an additional 14 rooms including eight suites and six guestrooms. Marie-José Pommereau chose a range of warm tones for the walls including peony, suninfused yellow and silver as well as using materials such as damask, embroideries and plain silks from top couture houses to adorn the windows, armchairs and beds. Suite Prestige Eric Laignel Our aim from the beginning has been to create spaces in line with our guests dreams and expectations, in other words guestrooms and apartments that remain intimate and extremely private, which they will be delighted to return to each time that they stay in Paris, as if they were coming back home.

Suite Prestige Eric Laignel Located directly above Harry Winston, the six newly created apartments overlook avenue Montaigne and can be privatised for guests exclusive use as well as being transformed into one apartment. The eight new suites, at 21 avenue Montaigne, above Le Relais Plaza, include two new signature Eiffel suites, a Deluxe suite and a Prestige suite, all decorated in grey with pink or violet tones. As if looking at a painting, the signature suites overlook the Eiffel Tower through a silver-framed window. The other part of Marie-José Pommereau s mission included renovating many of the bathrooms. This technical and aesthetic task was primarily focused on the lighting. Luminous Calacatta grey-veined white marble, sourced from Carrara, was used to adorn the walls, and new mirrors reflect the light to transform these bathrooms into boudoirs of our time.

Junior Suite Prestige Eric Laignel Junior Suite Prestige Eric Laignel TYPE OF DECOR : Classic and Art Deco style NUMBER OF FLOORS : 8 NUMBER OF GUESTROOMS : 154 NUMBER OF SUITES : 54 CONTACT : + 33 (0) 1 53 67 66 67. reservations.hpa@dorchestercollection.com

The Dior Institut bespoke beauty Reception Jérôme Galland pour Christian Dior Parfums Since it was founded in 1946, Dior has maintained a strong relationship with the Hotel Plaza Athénée. Christian Dior was passionate about the Hotel which resulted in the opening of the Dior Institut in 2008. Exuding a modern and elegant atmosphere, Dior Institut is composed of six treatment rooms including one double, and takes on Dior s Haute Couture spirit on 30 avenue Montaigne to provide guests with a high quality and bespoke service. A new philosophy The ultimate luxury experience for pure beauty is the philosophy of the new Dior Institut, which emphasises the exclusive experience similar to that of Haute Couture. Inspired by Christian Dior, the architect of design, the Dior Institut treatments are created, structured and redefined for each guest, step by step, for instant and long-lasting rejuvenating results. The ultimate luxury experience is the philosophy of the new Dior Institut, which like Haute Couture emphasises the bespoke experience.

A new manicure and pedicure space The Dior Institut also offers a new manicure and pedicure space which will include anti-ageing treatments using the Micro-Abrasion technique. The Dior Institut will offer guests a special and unforgettable experience. In the words of Christian Dior, these treatments will make guests feel in harmony with their age and today s society. Nail Corner Eric Laignel NUMBER OF TREATMENT ROOMS : 6 treatment rooms including one double DAYS AND OPENING TIMES : 9 am 9 pm from 1st April to 31 October 10 am 8 pm from 1st November to 31 March CONTACT : + 33(0)1 01 53 67 65 35. InstitutDior.HPA@dorchestercollection.com

100 years of history On 20 April 1913, the avenue Montaigne was all astir as the Plaza Athénée opened its doors at number 25 with sixteen guestrooms per floor, apartments on the top floor and a restaurant overseen at the time by chef Jacques-Léon Colombier. The Hotel soon became a new haunt for both composers and artists who regularly ate at the restaurant after an evening performance at the theatre. The roaring twenties evoked the post-war period. It was a time of jubilation and embellishment. The architect Jules Lefebvre was chosen to create the fine apartments, La Cour Jardin, and the Salons Régence and Marie-Antoinette. Le Relais Plaza restaurant opened in 1936: its décor was entrusted to the interior designer Constant Lefranc, who transformed it into an Art Deco temple. It was in 1947 that Christian Dior set up his couture house on avenue Montaigne right next to the Plaza Athénée. Whilst 1968 marked a time of change politically with the student rebellions of May 1968, the Hotel also went through a change in management: Paul Bougenaux in 1969, the former head concierge, organised a staff demonstration to protest against the threatened sale of the Hotel; Franco Cozzo followed his footsteps in 1979 and Hervé Houdré in 1995, who oversaw a major redesign of the Hotel in light of the growing competition. In 1999, François Delahaye became managing director and initiated key changes. He chose Alain Ducasse to supervise the Hotel s catering services and create the menu for the Alain Ducasse at Hotel Plaza Athénée restaurant, which obtained three Michelin stars in 2001. Meanwhile, chef Philippe Marc was appointed at Le Relais Plaza, and acclaimed pastry chef Christophe Michalak was appointed at La Galerie des Gobelins. In 2001, Dorchester Collection announced the acquisition of the Plaza Athénée. Le Bar was redesigned in June 2001 by designer Patrick Jouin and soon became one of the most popular destinations in Paris. Facade of the Plaza Athénée Christian Dior model in front of the Plaza Athénée Association Willy Maywald ADAGP

Cour Jardin in the 1960's In 2003, Laurence Bloch, the Hotel s manager, commissioned interior decorators Bettina Mortemard and Marie-José Pommereau to decorate the 194 guestrooms, which included 46 suites. Two years later, a 450-square metre Royal Suite opened on the fifth floor and 2008 saw the launch of the Eiffel Suite with unparalleled views of the Eiffel Tower. That same year, the Dior Institut opened at the Hotel and received the Living Heritage Company (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant) prize in 2011. It was in 2012 that the Plaza Athénée was awarded the official French distinction of palace, and on 20 April 2013, the iconic Hotel celebrated its centenary, 100 years to the day from when it opened. A time capsule was created to mark the occasion, in which objects from the past and from the present were included to be passed down to future generations for the next 25 years.

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TARIFS 2016 This prices can be changed at any time without advanced notification Individual room 990 Superior room 1 350 Deluxe room 1 450 Junior Suite 1 650 Deluxe Junior Suite 1 850 Prestige Junior Suite 2 150 Superior Suite 2 650 Deluxe Suite 3 350 Prestige Suite 4 900 Presidential Suite 5 900 Eiffel Suite 12 000 Signature Eiffel Suite 14 000 Royal Suite 28 000 Continental Breakfast 46 American Breakfast 60 Haute Couture Brunch 110 TVA included, tourist tax : 4,40 Euro per person, per day If you need more information about this press release, we are at your disposal. CONTACTS : Isabelle MAURIN COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR : isabelle.maurin@dorchestercollection.com / + 33 (0)1.53.67.64.44 Aude BOURGOUIN PR MANAGER : aude.bourgouin@dorchestercollection.com / +33 (0) 1.53.67.66.07

AWARDS GAINED IN 2016 Hotel: Forbes Travel Guide World Five Stars Oyster.com World Best Renovation Award 5 Stars The World Luxury Spa Award Best Beauty Salon Food & Beverage: Guide Michelin France 3 stars for the restaurant Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée Guide Lebey, Award of the Best Fish Dish France Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée Restaurant manager of the year, Guide Pudlo Paris 2016 France Werner Küchler The World Luxury Restaurant Award Luxury Hotel Restaurant The World Luxury Restaurant Award French Cuisine