LaDurée and the 2025 Longines Grand Prix de Diane: Culinary Art Meets Equestrian Elegance
In June 2025, I had the pleasure of collaborating with the prestigious French brand LaDurée on the production of a unique video designed to promote their gourmet picnic, specially created for the famous horse racing event, the Longines Grand Prix de Diane. Held annually at the Chantilly racetrack, this event is the ultimate benchmark of elegance, combining equestrian sports, fashion, lifestyle, and fine dining.
A gourmet and sophisticated collaboration
The filming took place at the iconic LaDurée on the Champs-Élysées, a true Parisian institution of culinary refinement. The chef at LaDurée opened the doors to his kitchens to share, in a video, the creative and meticulous process behind this unique gourmet menu, designed to be enjoyed during the Grand Prix de Diane.
A video with a sensory touch
My artistic vision for this project was clear: to create an aesthetically pleasing and immersive video capable of capturing the full sensory richness of LaDurée’s culinary creations. To achieve this, the shoot was meticulously planned around three key elements:
Close-ups with an aesthetic flair: Capturing each ingredient with cinematic precision to highlight the delicacy, freshness, and exceptional quality of the products used.
Immersive sound design: Every movement of the chef, every texture, and every interaction with the ingredients has been enhanced through precise sound design, adding an almost tactile dimension to the visual experience.
Soft, refined lighting: A soft yet carefully sculpted light that subtly accentuates every detail and every technical gesture, highlighting the craftsmanship and finesse that are the hallmarks of LaDurée.
A prestigious event at the heart of our partnership with France Galop
This video was created specifically to promote the partnership between LaDurée and France Galop in anticipation of the 2025 Longines Grand Prix de Diane. This event, a must-attend gathering that blends horse racing, French refinement, and elegant tradition, welcomes thousands of visitors each year who come not only to watch the races but also to witness the famous Miss Longines pageant, which celebrates feminine elegance and the art of hat-making.
Through this exclusive video content, France Galop was able to enhance the event’s appeal while showcasing the culinary excellence of its partner, LaDurée, to an audience that appreciates elegance and the French art of living.