Hotel Eden, a 5-star luxury hotel of the Dorchester Collection chain, is proud to announce a special collaboration with “Said dal 1923”, the historic artisan chocolate producer from Rome. The utmost expressions of the world of hospitality and the realm of Italian chocolate-making, Hotel Eden and “Said dal 1923” combine their arts to offer a journey into unprecedented taste.
In the comfortable lounge of La Libreria, the hotel’s elegant lobby lounge bar, “Said dal 1923” chocolate will be offered in a range of scrumptious flavours, starting from Valentine’s Day, with an irresistible and indulgent menu, the perfect gift to share with loved ones.
Guests and Romans can enjoy, from Monday to Saturday, one of the world’s most loved ingredients in a whole host of delicacies: hot dark chocolate and gianduja with toppings and spices such as star anise, crushed pistachios, ginger, chilli or crispy puffs; a special cappuccino with three chocolates; a selection of pralines and truffles; petite patisserie, biscuits and chocolate-coated ginger, orange and lemon zest; strawberries with chocolate and champagne and the typical Italian dessert of Tiramisu, revisited by Hotel Eden’s Executive Chef Fabio Ciervo and created on the spot.
An elegant and captivating trolley of delights will allow guests to admire the chocolate specialties of “Said dal 1923” along with creations by Fabio Ciervo and Pastry Chef Ezio Redolfi. The impeccable service of Hotel Eden, having always been distinguished by its care and attention, will accompany guests during the experience, transporting them to a dimension in which taste and pleasure are at the centre.
Thanks to the history of “Said dal 1923”, the emotion and joy of chocolate reach all the senses, conferring well-being whilst offering a great mood-boost.
A little break that will make winter even sweeter, to be savoured in a sophisticated environment embellished with precious marble and golden details.
Gua Sha Facelift Ritual by Philosophia Botanica, exclusively at Hotel Eden
Dorchester Collection’s Hotel Eden presents the Rome exclusive of Philosophia Botanica’s Gua Sha Facelift Ritual, at The Eden Spa, the hotel’s wellness oasis, characterised by its choice of innovative, natural and non-invasive treatments.
Hailed as “natural botox”, The Gua Sha Facelift Ritual, a bespoke treatment that activates energy channels, originates from traditional Chinese medicine (660 AD) and uses an ancient massage technique to restore fluid circulation. Gua means “rub” whilst Sha signifies “redness”.
During the Gua Sha Facelift Ritual, the face is rubbed with rose quartz, jade and Bian stones through specific movements that work each of the muscles to define the contours of the face. During the Ritual, the facialist combines these face-rolling techniques with the application of Philosophia Botanica perfumed oils that both smooth and hydrate the skin.
The treatment enhances the complexion, stimulates deep-level blood and lymphatic circulation to eradicate puffiness (ideal for dark circles), refreshes and tightens the skin, restoring its tone, whilst reducing fine lines and reactivating blood flow.
The stones used during the treatment are jade, rose quartz and Bian stone. Jade is considered a “healer” stone; rich in benefits for the body and mind, it has relaxing properties enabling one to overcome fear. Generally green, when used on the face with tools such as the jade roller, the stone has anti-ageing properties. The calming power of the jade is elevated by that of the rose quartz, which activates the chakras and stimulates emotion. A symbol of love and beauty, rose quartz promotes imagination and intellect, opening the heart to inner peace. Black in colour, Bian stone improves circulation and promotes the production of collagen.
By the end of the ritual, the skin is noticeably brighter and tighter, with a beautiful lifting effect that earned the Gua Sha Facelift Ritual by Philosophia Botanica the title of “natural botox”. Repeating the treatment twice a month is recommended, with it also being important to learn specific motions in order to apply the technique daily at home to help circulate the lymphatic fluid of the face, even if just for 5-10 minutes.
In celebration of Federico Fellini’s 100th birthday, Hotel Eden Rome opens “Piccolo Cinema Eden” curated by Chez Dede
With 2020 marking 100 years since the birth of Federico Fellini, Hotel Eden Rome – a hotel within the prestigious Dorchester Collection – is set to inaugurate its Piccolo Cinema Eden, curated by Chez Dede, the creative duo comprising Daria Reina and Andrea Ferolla, Hotel Eden’s Artist in Residence.
Twice weekly until 17 May, on the days traditionally dedicated to cinema – Wednesdays (at 7:30 pm) and Sundays (at 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm) – the elegant lobby lounge bar of La Libreria will be transformed into an intimate 24-seat cinema showing classic films rooted in Rome, such as; “The Great Beauty”, “Roman Holiday”, and “Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow”.
Fittingly, the cinema opens its doors with “La Dolce Vita”, in celebration of the centenary of its director who loved the top floor of Hotel Eden. Indeed, Fellini used to hold interviews sitting in front of the enchanting view of Rome, rendering Hotel Eden famous all over the world.
Chez Dede sought to reinforce Hotel Eden’s historic link with the world of cinema by proposing to showcase the theme of Rome, both as an undisputed protagonist and a classic backdrop in cinema. Cinephiles and non will enjoy viewing iconic and arthouse films in a cinematic theatre modelled on the past — an intimate environment, elegant and comfortable sofas, precious velvet curtains that descend softly from the ceiling, and “ushers” in bespoke uniforms created especially for the occasion, all render the experience truly unforgettable.
Costing 20 EURO, tickets to the screenings include special gourmet popcorn, sweet or savoury, created by executive chef Fabio Ciervo, accompanied by a mini bottle of Moët & Chandon Champagne. There will also be a trolley from which guests can select from a range of snacks designed by Ciervo. Moët & Chandon has won the heart of cinema, celebrating the great achievements of generations of actors and directors of the international scene at premieres and festivals, becoming the Champagne of the Cinema.
In addition, those attending the afternoon Sunday screening are given the option of a pre-cinema brunch created by Executive Chef Fabio Ciervo, accompanied by live music, with entry to the Piccolo Cinema Eden (3:30pm screening) at a special rate of 90 EURO instead of 100 EURO.
Paolo Sorrentino’s “The Great Beauty” shall bring this film festival to a close, as an original interpretation of Rome that earned him an Oscar in 2014 in the “Best Foreign Language Film” category and which has been critically defined as a modern version of Fellini’s “La Dolce Vita”.
The carefully designed programme includes the classic film “Roman Holiday” starring the stunning Audrey Hepburn sashaying along the streets of Rome with the fascinating Gregory Peck,
“Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow” by Vittorio De Sica, with the extraordinary pair of Loren-Mastroianni. The film was awarded the Oscar for “Best Foreign Film”.
Hotel Eden thus consolidates its bond with cinema, in honour of its history spanning over 130 years, seeing the presence of great personalities from the world of entertainment such as Director Orson Welles, the charming Ingrid Bergman who lived in the Aurora Terrace Suite for quite some time, as well as world-famous actress and dancer, Ginger Rogers.
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