Lagardere Travel Retail, in partnership with acclaimed French pastry chef, Christophe Adam, has opened L’Eclair de Genie in Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB) – the first airport location for the globally celebrated pastry brand.

The iconic L’Eclair de Genie, under the culinary mastery of founder Adam, promises to bring passengers at DXB an exquisite range of pastries, including what is widely known as the world’s best eclairs, viennoiseries and macarons, a statement said.

The L’Eclair de Genie menu at DXB will continually evolve and feature seasonal editions. The Ramadan eclair collection showcases decorated eclairs with fillings inspired by traditional Arabic flavours such as date and pistachio.

The cafe offers a curated selection of specialty coffees and organic teas to accompany the treats, that are crafted fresh each day in Dubai.

It also offers a savoury menu featuring fresh salads, scrumptious sandwiches, and naan wraps.

Chef Adam is celebrated for revolutionising the traditional French éclair. His innovative creations are known for their vibrant colours and delicate finish.  

Bursting with luscious flavours, from citrus zesty lemon yuzu to the rich decadence of salted caramel and Mexican chocolate, each bite is a gastronomic journey, a statement said.

The new outlet boasts a stunning design bringing a touch of Parisian haute couture to the heart of DXB. Travelers have the option to savour the delicacies or pack them for an ideal gift or for a little sweet indulgence.

Vadim Motlik, Lagardère Travel Retail UAE, CEO said: “We are thrilled to have partnered with Chef Christophe Adam and bring this much-loved French brand to DXB, L’Eclair de Genie is a place where travellers can relax and indulge some of the world’s finest éclair and pastries, whilst immersing themselves in an ambiance reminiscent of the Parisian original.

“This new addition adds another touch of gourmet luxury to DXB, further emphasising our dedication to continuously elevate the traveller's experience.

“Our goal was to bring this innovative concept to DXB and make it accessible to passengers from across the globe, underpinning our continued commitment to deliver unique and memorable experiences."

Adam said: "Dubai is a city dear to my heart. It makes sense in the development of L'Éclair de Génie to set up once again in this large and dynamic city.

“For the past 10 years I have dreamed of having a Travel Retail presence in an airport. L'Eclair de Genie has now opened its doors at DXB, one of the world's biggest air hubs. I'm absolutely delighted!

“Our aim was to offer a simple but aesthetically pleasing place where travellers could taste our pastries and chocolates on the spot or to go. This is the start of a wonderful adventure, in partnership with Lagardere Travel Retail!”

Alison Macdonald, Vice President of Commercial Concession Management at Dubai Airports, said: "We are pleased to welcome L’Eclair de Genie to DXB as part of our ongoing transformation and elevation of the airport dining experience.

“The collaboration showcases the artistry of the French pastry and with an infusion of local flavours in exciting seasonal editions, it will introduce our global guests to celebrated tastes from across the region. We invite those travelling through DXB to embark on a sensory journey through our newest luxury gourmet destination.” – TradeArabia News Service