Jaeger-LeCoultre Elevates Culinary Artistry with Precision Atelier Collaboration
At Watches & Wonders Geneva 2024, Jaeger-LeCoultre introduces the latest collaboration under its Made of Makers programme: the Precision Atelier, a gastronomic journey crafted by two Michelin-starred chef, Himanshu Saini.
Expanding the Dialogue Between Watchmaking and the Arts
Made of Makers initiative extends the dialogue between horology and art by collaborating with artists, designers, and craftsmen from diverse disciplines. With a focus on creativity, expertise, and precision, the programme explores new forms of artistic expression through unexpected materials and media. Chef Himanshu Saini joins a roster of esteemed collaborators, including artists from various fields like Zimoun, Michael Murphy, and Nina Métayer.
The Ingredient Scientist
In tribute to precision – a core value of Jaeger-LeCoultre since its inception – Chef Himanshu Saini partners with the Maison to create the Precision Atelier. Combining craftsmanship and avant-garde culinary techniques, Saini’s modernist gastronomy captures the essence of precision inherent in every Jaeger-LeCoultre timepiece. His culinary journey will debut at Watches and Wonders in Geneva before traveling worldwide as part of the Maison’s Precision Maker exhibition.
Describing the collaboration, Chef Himanshu Saini states, “Through the intricacy and precision of craftsmanship, we share a deep affinity that I aim to express in my creations for the Precision Atelier.”
An Unexpected Gastronomic Journey
The Precision Atelier presents a menu of four experiential bites, reinterpreting Chef Saini’s Indian roots with a subtle Swiss accent. Each bite reflects different aspects of precision observed during Saini’s visit to the Manufacture in Le Sentier. From ‘Crimson Rosette’ to ‘Pine Nut Delight,’ guests embark on a tantalizing adventure in taste and texture, with surprising ingredients taking on unexpected forms.
Catherine Rénier, CEO of Jaeger-LeCoultre, expresses excitement about the collaboration, stating, “There is a deep affinity between the artistic world and our Maison, and working with a culinary virtuoso like Chef Himanshu Saini allows us to explore uncharted territories where precision, creativity, and passion intersect.”
The Precision Atelier promises to be a sensory journey, where culinary artistry meets precision craftsmanship, creating an unforgettable experience for watch enthusiasts and gastronomes alike.
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