The Peninsula Paris supports the global fight against breast cancer throughout October with special event and offers

Since its opening in 2014, The Peninsula Paris has shown its commitment to the fight against breast cancer by supporting the annual Pink October global campaign.

This October, proceeds from the 2022 Peninsula in Pink promotions and experiences will be donated to Europa Donna France, an association dedicated to helping women with breast cancer and leading new cancer research.

The month-long Pink October programme was launched at The Peninsula Paris on Thursday 29 September with a gala evening and fundraising auction at the hotel.

Gala evening and fundraising auction for Europa Donna France

Guests could sip a welcome cocktail as Faustine Bollaert, master of ceremony, flicked a switch to the illuminate the hotel’s magnificent façade in pink. After the ceremony, guests experienced an exquisite dinner curated by Executive Chef David Bizet and paired with fine wines selected by Head Sommelier Florent Martin. Menu highlights included Salmon and beetroot gravelax with smoked oil, horseradish and caviar and glazed meadow quail with black truffle, olive and artichoke. A mouth-watering raspberry and hibiscus dessert was prepared by pastry chef Anne Coruble.

During the dinner, Dr Marc Espié, oncologist and member of Europa Donna France's scientific committee, will briefly discuss the need for enhanced care for women with breast cancer.

Afterwards, guests will be invited to take part in a charity fundraising auction conducted by Christie's, with auctioneer Camille De Foresta holding the hammer. Lots for bidding include luxury champagnes, wines, haute couture and hotel experiences.

Proceeds from the auction will be donated to Europa Donna France, which has been active for over twenty years in supporting the fight against breast cancer through information and research and preventative activities for vulnerable and under-privileged women.

Peninsula in Pink Guest Experiences

Throughout October, guests can enjoy specially designed Peninsula in Pink stay, dining, and spa promotions in support of Europa Donna France. Employees are encouraged to volunteer with the charity and help women affected by breast cancer.

Pastry chef Anne Coruble and her team will curate original sweet creations, including:

• A Peninsula Page Boy made from ruby chocolate, for which the cocoa bean naturally colours the chocolate pink, which will be provided as an amenity in each guest room.
• Three pink plated desserts to be served in the hotel's restaurants:
  • Poached raspberry, wild fennel and lactic meringue at L'Oiseau Blanc**;
  • Citrus-frosted dragon fruit with raspberry panna cotta at LiLi;
  • Île flottante with pink pralines and geranium flowers at Le Lobby.

The emblematic Peninsula Afternoon Tea will be deliciously reimagined in pink hues for the entire month by pastry chef Anne Coruble and chef Baptiste Leroux.

Savoury treats include roasted pepper shortbread, chioggia beetroot and smoked cream, crispy scallop with dulse seaweed and raspberry, plus champagne balls, pickled radish and sacristan.

Gourmets will be delighted by a delicious flaky brioche with pink pralines, pink grapefruit pavlova and citrus confit with herbs, pink lemon and pear comice swirl and vanilla scone with hibiscus flower powder or a light raspberry, fennel and ginger foam.

Diners can pair the highly desirable Peninsula in Pink Afternoon Tea at Le Lobby with a fragrant green tea featuring notes of jasmine and rosebuds. An iced green tea is served with refreshing notes of jasmine, rosebuds, agave syrup and lemon juice.

At Bar Kléber, Deutz Rosé Brut 2015 champagne will be served throughout the month, along with a themed cocktail mixed with Saint Germain, lime juice and champagne. A soft drink version is also available, made with Fluère, lime juice, cranberry juice and ginger ale.

Guests can relax and unwind in signature style at The Peninsula Spa with a Blissful Marma body treatment by Subtle Energies. A signature treatment of The Peninsula Hotels, this holistic body massage combines long, flowing strokes with the stimulation of Marma points which, combined with aromatic natural oils, provide intense soothing and overall well-being.

Another special, Peninsula in Pink-themed wellness experience offered at the hotel will be a mini-series of expert-led yoga classes. The first, on Saturday, 1 October, was open to patients; the second, on Thursday, 13 October, will be provided for all hotel staff; and the third, on Thursday, 20 October, will be offered for hotel guests.

With these activities, at The Peninsula Paris, we are proud to generate a collective commitment towards helping Europa Donna France in their fight against breast cancer, involving not only the guests of the hotel, but also our engaged employees.

Additional information - From Friday 30 September to Monday 31 October 2022

Dining Experiences

• Themed desserts are served à la carte at L'Oiseau Blanc, LiLi and Le Lobby restaurants.
• Peninsula in Pink Afternoon Tea is served Monday to Saturday, from 15:00 to 18:00.
  • 65 € per person for the Classic edition
  • 85 € per person for the Prestige edition, served with a glass of Deutz Rosé Brut 2015 or the cocktail of the month.
• Reservations at 01 58 12 28 88 or at ppr@peninsula.com.

Spa Bliss

• Blissful Marma Massage by Sublte Energies;
  • 60-minute body treatment at the price of 240€;
  • 105-minute body treatment at the price of 340€;
• Reservations at 01 58 12 66 82 or at spappr@peninsula.com.

Special Thanks

The Peninsula Paris and Europa Donna France would like to express their thanks to:

Speakers

Mrs Faustine Bollaert, master of ceremony • Mrs Camille de Foresta, auctioneer • Mr Côme Rémy • Mrs Natacha Espié, President of Europa Donna France • Dr Marc Espié, oncologist and member of the scientific committee of Europa Donna France.

Gala Event Partner Brands

Anne Fontaine • Anthes • Armara • Bernardaud • Bordier • Boucherie Nivernaise • Christie’s • Cog St Honore • Collectif FEMIVIN • Danone Eaux France • Deutz • Domaine des Bernardins • Domaine Dubreuil-Fontaine • Enclave Vinothèque • Gamme des Chefs • HPS • Huguenin • Igor • Kaviari • Maison nordique • Options • Plantin • Quartier du pain • Reservoir Prod • Sica • Vergers St Eustache.

Partner Brands for the Charitable Auction

Alaïa • Atomo Chili • Atomo Liban • Balmain • Benoît Lesuffleur • Bernardaud • Bonpoint • Château Cantenac Brown • Château Le Puy • Château Margaux • Château Pichon Baron • Château Suduiraut • Clos Saint Antonin • Collectif FEMIVIN • Cosmétique et Parfum International • Deutz • Dior • Dolce & Gabbana • Domaine Chartron • Domaine Dambrun • Domaine de Lorient • Domaine Delobel • Domaine des Bernardins • Domaine des Corbillières • Domaine L'Or de Line • Domaine Nathalie Falmet • Domaine Weinbach • Enclave Vinothèque • Fédération Française de Tennis • Fondation Louis Vuitton • Isabelle Pangault • Jess Voyages • La compagnie médocaine des assurances • Maison Mellerio • Montblanc • Pierre Fabre • Qatar Airways • Station thermale d’Avène • The Peninsula Chicago • The Peninsula Istanbul • The Peninsula London • The Peninsula New York • The Peninsula Paris.