On Dec. 16 and 17 from 5 to 7 p.m., Sofitel is inviting New Yorkers to cozy up inside its ski chalet-themed lobby, where sheepskin throws, vintage skis, birch bark decor, and a grand staircase modeled after a ski run will transport visitors to the powdery slopes of Chamonix and Val-d’Isère.
“In previous years we’ve had holiday displays exploring themes of gastronomy, Christmas melodies, even haute couture,” says Sofitel New York’s General Manager, Simon Antoine. “After the darkness of these past few years, we wanted to lighten the mood and focus on one of the pillars of the Sofitel brand, which is joie de vivre, or the enjoyment of life.
To bring home a taste of Sofitel, visitors can shop sweet treats like salted caramels, truffles, macarons, and powdered hot chocolate from Angelina Paris’ retail line at the lobby pop-up shop. These items make for perfect stocking stuffers or secret Santa gifts—or sneak a tin of candied chestnuts just for you.
SofitelNY Those are madeleines, not macarons.