Le Meridien New Delhi Unveils Chocolate Eiffel Tower to Celebrate Olympic Spirit

Le Meridien New Delhi Unveils Chocolate Eiffel Tower to Celebrate Olympic Spirit

New Delhi, July 26, 2024: Le Meridien New Delhi today unveiled a magnificent Chocolate Eiffel Tower as a tribute to the Olympic Games in Paris. This stunning creation, a testament to the hotel's culinary artistry, stands as a symbol of unity and encouragement for athletes worldwide.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail by the hotel’s Executive Pastry Chef Vivek Chauhan & Sous Chef Nitin Singharia along with Pastry Kitchen team in just 11 days with sleepless nights. The chocolate masterpiece is a towering 9 feet tall, weighs an impressive 250 Kg and boasts dimensions of 48x48x108 inches. This awe-inspiring structure will be on display at Longitude until August 12, 2024, inviting guests to marvel at its intricate design and indulge in the spirit of the Olympics.

“We are honoured to create this extraordinary chocolate sculpture as a symbol of our support for the Olympic athletes,” said Executive Chef Davinder Kumar , Le Meridien New Delhi. “We believe that the Olympic spirit is about more than just physical prowess; it's also about mental fortitude and the power of human connection. We hope this installation inspires athletes around the world to strive for their best.”

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