Megève by Fauchon

Parisian patisserie and delicatessen Fauchon takes haute cuisine to a whole new level, effortlessly blending art and food. Not only are your taste buds in for a treat, but desserts are specially created for your viewing pleasure.

In 2004, Chairman Michel Ducros revamped the quaint establishment that Auguste Fauchon had founded in 1886, propelling the company towards the height of stylish decadence. A multi-faceted store concept, monochrome graphic identity, shocking pink interiors and new product lines were only the icing on the cake; it was Fauchon’s bold foray into nouvelle cuisine that sent customers into sweet ecstasy.

The patisserie showcases innovative desserts of all colours and shapes, embellished with metallic gold, white and cocoa buttons, not to mention leopard print éclairs. As well as crafting their own chefs-d’oeuvre, Fauchon incorporates the works of other great artists into their desserts. The eyes of Leonardo da Vinci’s famous Mona Lisa appear on one of Fauchon’s éclairs. It was obvious that their food was moving into new territories when design bible Wallpaper crowned these éclairs Best Pastry in their 2009 Design Awards.

According to the Scientific American, neuroscientist Dana Small believes that the sight and smell of food influences the perception of taste. Food that is aesthetically pleasing could have a positive psychological impact on the taste buds. Hence, Fauchon heightens the epicurean experience through a winning combination of sensual sights and tantalising tastes.