For the past 60 years, Sofitel has been embodying French art de vivre all over the world. 2024 marks the brand’s diamond jubilee through a series of exclusive events in Sofitel hotels: Rendez-vous at Sofitel Phnom Penh Photkeethra in June 2024 for an exceptional celebration.
2024, an Anniversary not to be missed
For 60 years (already), Sofitel has been promoting French art de vivre all over the world. A diamond jubilee marked by a series of 120 celebrations will take place throughout the year, designed for the brand’s guests across the globe.
Chef Paulin Rio
The culinary genius behind Terre et Mer Gastronomie and Sturia caviar ambassador in Japan and Asia, Chef Paulin Rio brings unparalleled expertise to this special event. With a career spanning the kitchens of France, Australia, and Japan, including the prestigious Ritz Carlton Tokyo, Chef Paulin has also served as the commercial head for the foie gras brand Rougié in Japan and Asia. In 2018, he founded Terre et Mer Gastronomie, representing premium French food brands. As a caviar expert, Chef Paulin shares his extensive knowledge with both professional chefs and gastronomic enthusiasts.
Chef Louiz
The Japanese Head Chef at Hachi, Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra, Chef Louiz brings over 13 years of culinary experience to the table. Passionate about traditional Japanese cooking styles and boasting a consistent record of achievements within international hotel groups, Chef Louiz is the perfect partner for this unique dining experience.
This exclusive five-course menu features exquisite dishes such as Sturia caviar, Brittany blue lobster, foie gras, and Wagyu beef, crafted by our two celebrated chefs. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating six decades of Sofitel’s rich heritage and culinary excellence.
$95 + + for 5-course menu-View menu
from 6:30 p.m.
Wine pairing available
Diamond Jubilee celebrated in style
And the brand goes on further: many surprises will be unveiled through the year to celebrate its 60th anniversary with style. Satrting with two major announcements at the beginning of the year: a new brand film and a collaboration that sparkles. The objective: to reaffirm the brand’s pillars from French Zest and committed luxury to a heartfelt service culture and the deployment of the emblematic Cultural Link.
New ambassadors and a new brand film
In April 2024, Sofitel unveiled a brand-new campaign headlined by two new brand ambassadors: actors Gillian Anderson and Dali Benssalah.
The campaign features a short film titled The Encounter, which takes place in the flagship hotel Sofitel Mexico City Reforma, the epitome of a brand platform that is constantly evolving.
A collaboration with Courbet, sustainable Jewellers
At the same time, Sofitel unveiled its new collaboration with the first sustainable jeweller on Place Vendôme in Paris; Courbet, which has designed an exclusive jewellery line that sumptuously expresses the shared values of the two Maisons, symbolising Sofitel’s diamond anniversary. The collection comprises 18 original creations that each embodies the Sofitel Cultural Link. There are diamond pavé earrings, cord bracelets available in different colours, pendant necklaces, and rings adorned with ethically sourced diamonds.
60 years of history, 60 years of passion, 60 years of authenticity
A pioneer of the French luxury hospitality, Sofitel has been spreading the French art de vivre around the world for 60 years. In June 1964, Sofitel opened its first hotel in Strasbourg, Alsace. A region that epitomises all that France has to offer – gourmet cuisine, picturesque architecture and singular landscapes.
Ten years later, the brand embarks on an international expansion trajectory, with one objective in mind: to deploy its know-how on every continent, highlighting what makes each destination different. Sofitel has been the first French luxury hotel brand operating on every continent – Europe, North and South America, Oceania, Africa and Asia.
Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeehra
Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeehra was for its part inaugurated in 2012. In a city where modern buildings compete to touch the skies, find a lush green oasis of songbirds, palm trees and magnificently preserved colonial architecture at the heart of the capital at Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra.
“June is a monumental month for me personally as I celebrate my 30th work anniversary with Sofitel, having dedicated my entire career to this exceptional brand. I am incredibly proud of how far Sofitel has come and deeply honoured to be part of its legacy. Celebrating Sofitel’s 60th anniversary alongside my own milestone fills me with immense pride and gratitude for the journey, we’ve undertaken together, continually striving to offer unparalleled luxury and unforgettable experience to our guests”, says Charles-Henri Chevet – Area General Manager.