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The collaboration sees a tasteful Festive odyssey, introducing a limited-edition collection of indulgent coffee and elegant accessories
Kuala Lumpur, 24 October 2024 - Nespresso rings in the festive season, encouraging coffee lovers to spend their Unforgettable Holidays with a new selection of coffees co-created by French Michelin Star Chef Jean Imbert, offering the perfect opportunity to indulge in meaningful moments. From Christmas and New Year celebrations to cosy family reunions, the end of the year is an ideal time for sharing and gifting, making Nespresso’s latest collection a fitting addition to any holiday gathering. Accompanied by stylish accessories and enchanting gifts, the collection adds a touch of elegance to the holidays.
New gastronomic coffees
Following his work on numerous luxury projects worldwide and his recent appointment as Head Chef of Belmond’s Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Chef Imbert now brings his gastronomic expertise to Nespresso’s latest coffee creations. Inspired by Belmond’s legendary art of travel and train journeys around the world, the Nespresso Unforgettable Holidays campaign will visually transport coffee aficionados on an enchanting quest, seeking to awaken the senses with new flavours influenced by global exploration.
"I am deeply honoured to have been given the extraordinary opportunity to collaborate with Nespresso in crafting these exquisite and exclusive coffee creations. Through tireless dedication and close collaboration with their entire team, we have meticulously refined these masterpieces, each born from a new and exciting challenge. I am immensely proud of the outcome, as these coffees embody the cherished memories of my travels, evoking the essence of distant lands with notes of peanut and roasted sesame. Additionally, they capture the spirit of Paris, reminiscent of the iconic croissant aux amandes. Lastly, an unforgettable Espresso, aptly named, completes this remarkable collection," said Chef Imbert.
The Unforgettable Espresso for Original rangeand Double Espresso for Vertuo range evoke long train journeys through Latin America: an aromatic blend including Arabica beans from Peru and Costa Rica emboldened by Robusta, the coffee boasts toasted cereal and woody notes. Savour this black or as a delectable Latte Macchiato on Original or Double Cappuccino on Vertuo for a real taste of luxury.
Based on an original idea from Jean Imbert, the Almond Croissant Flavour will transport you to the heart of Paris. This flavoured coffee releases almond and buttery pastry notes, evoking a sense of childhood memories for the Chef. Enjoy it as a Cappuccino and let it unleash the almond notes.
The Peanut and Roasted Sesame Flavour is a tribute to Imbert’s gastronomic voyages. This coffee flavour combines notes of toasted sesame, popcorn and mixed nuts to create an unmissable, warming drink this festive season.
The Gifting Odyssey
The Nespresso Advent Calendar returns in 2024, unveiling one coffee behind each door, allowing you to discover new flavours and revisit your favourite Nespresso coffees. With a packaging that echoes the collection’s theme of travel, this festive treat will transport you to magical places from the comfort of your home. Designed to surprise and delight, the Advent Calendars will include the limited-edition festive coffees co-created with Jean Imbert and an exclusive limited-edition decorated mug in porcelain for the last day. Nespresso also offers the Limited-Edition Travel Mug as part of the Festive collection, crafted from 90% recycled stainless steel in a striking, deep blue, reflecting the campaign’s distinctive look and feel.
Nespresso Advent Calendar
Creative recipes to cosy up this season
This festive season, Nespresso has created new recipes, specially designed to optimise the flavours developed by Chef Jean Imbert. Try the Peanut and Roasted Sesame Flavour coffee with whipped cream, topped with toasted sesame seeds and a touch of honey, or the limited-edition Almond Croissant Flavour as a Gourmet Almond Croissant Latte with smooth milk and the subtlety of orange blossom. Coffee lovers can also indulge in the elegance of an exquisite mocktail that combines vanilla syrup, pineapple juice, freshly squeezed lime, and an intense touch of the Unforgettable Double Espresso. Indulge in Nespresso festive recipes at www.nespresso.com/recipes.
The Nespresso Unforgettable Holidays Collection launches online and in Nespresso boutiques from 28 Oct 2024 and will be available for a limited time.
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About Nestlé Nespresso
Nestlé Nespresso SA is the pioneer and reference for highest-quality portioned coffee. The company works with more than 150,000 farmers in 18 countries through its AAA Sustainable Quality™ Program to embed sustainability practices on farms and the surrounding landscapes. Launched in 2003 in collaboration with the NGO Rainforest Alliance, the program helps to improve the yield and quality of harvests, ensuring a sustainable supply of high-quality coffee and improving livelihoods of farmers and their communities.
In 2022, Nespresso achieved B Corp™ certification – joining an international movement of over 7,900 purpose-led businesses that meet B Corp’s high standards of social and environmental responsibility and transparency.
Headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland, Nespresso operates in 93 markets and has 14'000 employees. In 2023, it operated a global retail network of 791 boutiques. For more information, visit the Nespresso corporate website: www.nestle-nespresso.com.
About Jean Imbert
At the helm of the Plaza Athénée since June 2021, succeeding Alain Ducasse, Chef Jean Imbert has managed to create a surprise by winning his first star for the restaurant "Jean Imbert au Plaza Athénée" after only 9 weeks of opening.
In March 2022 he is the first chef of the historic Christian Dior boutique at 30 Avenue Montaigne. His journey did not end there, as he became the Chef of the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in April 2022 and of the legendary Le Brando hotel, nestling in the heart of the Tetiaroa atoll, in February 2023. In May 2023, Jean Imbert is nominated the chef of the Hotel Martinez in Cannes, with "La Plage du Martinez" as his first opening.
In February 2024, he will become head of two new restaurants, Riviera and High Society at The Lana (Dubaï), the Dorchester Collection's first hotel in the Middle East. Chef Jean Imbert opens “La Palme d'Or”, the gastronomic restaurant at the Hôtel Martinez during the Cannes Film Festival 2024.
Jean Imbert is also head of the Hôtel Cheval Blanc St-Barth. He is also the creator of the ToShare concept, which he developed with his friend Pharrell Williams. He was voted Chef of the Year in 2021 by Quotidien magazine, and in 2019 by GQ magazine. He is considered one of the 50 most influential French people in the world by Vanity Fair. The youngest graduate of the Institut Paul Bocuse, he is also known as the iconic winner of the TV show Top Chef in 2012.
About Belmond
Belmond was born from a passion for connecting discerning travellers with the world’s most remarkable properties, locations and journeys. From hotels and trains to river cruises and safaris, Belmond curates incomparable experiences and crafts unforgettable stories. With a legacy spanning over 45 years, since the acquisition of Hotel Cipriani in Venice in 1976, Belmond has grown into a global collection of 47 properties spread across 28 countries and territories. Exceptional destinations connected by legendary journeys are the very soul of Belmond, where the path that brings you to a place is as important as the destination itself. A pioneer of slow travel, Belmond has been operating the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express since 1982. The group later expanded to include pristine beach resorts, such as Maroma on the Riviera Maya, historic hideaways such as Villa San Michele in the Florentine foothills, urbane icons, such as Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro, and gateways to UNESCO world heritage sites, such as Hotel das Cataratas in Brazil’s Iguassu National Park. As proud custodians of storied properties, Belmond is committed to building on the past to create a new legacy: the heritage of the future. Working with communities and local talents, together with the world's most respected chefs, designers and artists, Belmond continues its purpose of perpetuating the legendary art of travel. Since 2019, Belmond has been part of the world’s leading luxury group, LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton).