This summer, the Palais de Tokyo, a renowned contemporary art center in Paris, is buzzing with excitement for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Palais has been transformed into a hub for hospitality events, making it a must-visit destination for visitors.
Air France Takes Flight at the Palais de Tokyo
One of the highlights of the Palais de Tokyo’s Olympic programming is the “World of Air France” pop-up experience. This exciting collaboration showcases the airline’s dedication to culinary excellence, sustainable fashion, cultural experiences, and travel.
A Culinary Journey with Michelin-Starred Chefs
Air France’s pop-up space offers a delightful restaurant experience, featuring a menu crafted by the three Michelin-starred chef Arnaud Lallement. The restaurant offers a diverse selection of dishes, including chicken, fish, and vegetarian options, ensuring a satisfying meal for all guests. Pastry chef Nina Métayer, recently crowned “World’s Best Pastry Chef 2024” in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Ranking, adds her touch with a delectable dessert menu. Together, these culinary stars celebrate French culinary heritage, providing visitors with a unique taste of French savoir-faire.
Dining in the Clouds
The Air France restaurant offers a unique dining experience, transporting guests to a French flight in the sky. With a seating capacity of 80 guests, the restaurant serves a traditional French meal, starting with an appetizer, followed by a starter, main course, cheese, and a decadent dessert. French designer Jean-Marie Massaud has created aviation-style tableware that further enhances the travel theme, presenting servings in Air France’s classic format.
An Exhibition of Innovation and Sustainability
Beyond the restaurant, Air France’s pop-up space also features an exhibition space dedicated to the airline’s legacy and future aspirations. The Palais de Tokyo exhibition showcases the airline’s newest business cabin design, highlighting the latest structural updates that enhance the Air France travel experience.
The exhibition also presents a striking red dress with an “endless train,” designed by Rabih Kayrouz, featured in Air France’s brand video. The dress symbolizes the airline’s commitment to pushing creative boundaries and embracing sustainability.
An Immersive Aviation Experience
Visitors can further immerse themselves in the world of Air France by entering the airline’s iconic long-haul Airbus A350 for a virtual reality simulation. The simulation allows guests to step into the cockpit, providing an immersive experience that deepens their appreciation for Air France’s dedication to aviation excellence.
Welcome to All Fans: A Collection of Sustainable Style
Air France is celebrating the Olympics with the launch of its “Welcome to All Fans” collection, featuring a range of branded items available at their Palais de Tokyo location and online.
In partnership with Weturn, a French textile recovery and recycling company, and Lynx Studios, a sustainable fashion specialist, Air France presents a unique pair of “I used to be an airplane seat” sneakers. The shoes, made in Portugal, are crafted from renewed fabrics that match the seat covers of the Airbus A380s that Air France piloted until 2020. This innovative collaboration highlights the airline’s commitment to sustainable practices and circular fashion.
The “Welcome to All Fans” collection also includes other collectible upcycled items, designer objects, travel accessories, luggage, toys, model aircrafts, notebooks, and more.
Celebrate the Olympics at the Palais de Tokyo
The Air France pop-up experience at the Palais de Tokyo offers a captivating blend of culinary excellence, sustainable fashion, and aviation innovation. This summer, immerse yourself in the world of Air France and experience the excitement of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games at this vibrant Parisian destination.
