At the helm of the century-old cutlery brand, which he took over nearly three years ago, Didier Perret is full of ideas and resources to keep Claude Dozorme on the path to success. Driven by ambition and pragmatism, his strategy reflects a confident man keen on connecting the brand with younger generations. To do so, he isn’t afraid to challenge himself and shake up the established order. Interview.
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Alessi 2025 : new objects for ancient rituals
Discover the first new collection of 2025!
Revol unveils a unique and patented customisation technique
Thanks to its long-standing expertise in decoration, previously exclusive to luxury brands, professionals in the restaurant and international hotel industries can now access over 400 customisable items from Revol’s collection. In addition to the well-established chromography technique, which involves baking a design onto the rim of a plate or mug, the French manufacturer patented a new technique in 2024 for decorating ceramics through laser ablation. This groundbreaking innovation produces a rich visual effect, ensuring that the markings are completely indelible.
The strong new promises of Monbento
Building on its original concept, monbento has become a French pioneer in the highly competitive world of on-the-go meals. Through conviction, innovation, and creative ideas, it has built a unique brand universe that unites a strong community. This is a strength on which it relies to prepare for the future. An interview with Élodie Mosnier, its new Managing Director.
LEONARDO glams up decor
Joy and style are the key themes of Leonardo’s new collections.
ASA SELECTION : simple things are beautiful
Repeatedly recognised with international design awards, the German brand carefully selects its manufacturing partners. Committed to a CSR-driven approach, which resonates deeply with all its employees, ASA Selection ensures its products are made responsibly, favouring craftsmanship whenever possible—particularly through its partnerships in Portugal. Handmade products are clearly marked in its catalogue with the label "Made with passion by ASA Selection."
BACCARAT OPENS A NEW CHAPTER
The prestigious brand Baccarat extends its territory into new categories, enriching its lifestyle dimension.
In 2025, La Rochère, the pioneer of Made in France, celebrates its 550th anniversary
Since 1475, La Rochère has passed down a unique glassmaking expertise within a factory renowned worldwide. Visiting it is like taking a journey through both the past and the future. Partly artisanal, partly industrial, its production of premium tableware and high-end glass for the construction industry places it uniquely at the crossroads of two worlds. In 2025, the company will present a special collection to celebrate its 550th anniversary… the details of which are still a closely kept secret!
When personalisation reinforces the exception
L'Atelier du Vin x Albert Bichot - Focusing on premium brands ensures the acquisition of beautifully crafted products that stand out for their superior quality and attention to detail. In their desire to offer their customers an ever more unique experience, brands are now focusing on personalisation. This tailored offering, highly valued by professionals, is becoming more widespread among individuals thanks to the new possibilities provided by technology.
Amefa France Orbiting Towards the Future
At Amefa France, 2025 will mark the culmination of the succession plan initiated in 2017: Jean-Michel Parisy, president and co-CEO of the group, will step down from his operational duties in September, handing over the reins to Vincent Beaujeu-Dumontel from Thiers. Together, they outline the structure of this satellite company of the Dutch Amefa group, founded in 1996, with a turnover of €33 million. A solid, profitable, and independent company with exemplary CSR practices, Amefa France has become one of the jewels of French tableware.
The tasting moment with Riedel
Founded in 1756 and a pioneer in varietal-specific stemware since 1958, Riedel has become a benchmark brand among wine connoisseurs and hospitality professionals. Supported by exceptional industrial facilities, the company designs and manufactures collections to suit all lifestyles and occasions – from professional wine tastings to dinner parties or picnics. In Paris Paris, we had the pleasure of meeting Maximilian J. Riedel, the 11th generation of the family, who still owns the company he runs with his father Georg J. Riedel. A passionate man with over half a million followers on Instagram (@maxriedel).
Luxury and fantasy with Non Sans Raison
Luxury and fantasy with Non Sans Raison.
Founded in 2008 by Martial Dumas and Bertille Carpentier, Non Sans Raison has become a major player in the Limoges porcelain scene. Well established in France and internationally in the high-end hospitality and restaurant market, as well as in concept stores, independent boutiques, and galleries, the brand offers a new commercial approach that meets the aspirations of its customers, who are eager to mix and match.
Pekoë : Lucas Frank x Revol
From the artistry of traditional tea ceremonies to the invention of a new culinary experience, blending poetry and technical prowess, the Pekoë tea set – the fruit of a collaboration between Revol and an emerging French design star – brings together two creative worlds as rich as they are complementary…
Jean Dubost
Founded in 1920 by Monsieur Pierre Dubost and Madame Marcelle Colas Pradel, The Manufacture de Coutellerie Générale (The Manufacture of General Cutlery) opened its doors in Viscomtat, near Thiers, the capital of French cutlery.
OPINEL
For 125 years "the Opinel" has remained the same... it has become a timeless object, which is passed on and travels, from pocket to pocket, through centuries and generations and accompanies the handyman, the craftsman, the hiker, the fisherman, the lover of nature... It is a fair, simple and noble object, made of wood and steel.