Abu Dhabi, March 2025 — YKONE, the global influencer marketing group founded in Paris in 2008, has been established in the Middle East for a decade, with offices in the UAE (Abu Dhabi, Dubai). During its annual leadership seminar, the group brought together partners, clients, influencers, and friends in Abu Dhabi, joined by all YKONE CEOs and top managers.
Hosted by Leah Chernick, Managing Director, Béatrice Imbert-Forgeot, Global Deputy Managing Director, and Olivier Billon, Founder & Group CEO, the evening welcomed 80 distinguished guests for an intimate gathering at African Lounge by Tashas — a luxurious, canopied oasis with stunning outdoor terraces overlooking the city. It was the perfect setting to connect, network, and celebrate with key figures from the UAE’s hospitality, tourism, and luxury industries.
The experience unfolded with an exquisite selection of canapés and mocktails, setting the stage for a sensory journey alongside YKONE CAVIAR CLUB’s longstanding partners, Prunier Caviar & Caviar House, and Memo Paris.
A Symphony of the Senses
First to taste. Guests were invited to discover the essence of caviar through an exclusive tasting experience, unveiling what makes this delicacy truly exceptional — from St James to Oscietre Supérieur. An exclusive moment, both refined and enlightening.
The delicate resonance of the qanun guided guests through the evening, honoring the rich cultural traditions of Ramadan. Performed live by the lebanese musician Clara Younes, this ancient instrument revealed its secrets through both sound and story, adding a mesmerizing touch to the atmosphere and embodying the spirit of the season.
A longtime partner of YKONE CAVIAR CLUB, MEMO Paris awakened the senses with a playful olfactory game inspired by the essence of Abu Dhabi. With eyes closed, guests followed their instincts on a journey of fragrance — each scent a clue, a place, or a memory waiting to be named.
Each guest departed with Crystal Vision, YKONE’s first brand book, celebrating 15 years of creativity, influence, and global campaigns, alongside a bespoke selection of Ladurée macarons, specially crafted for the occasion in collaboration with the iconic French patisserie.
From taste to sound to scent, YKONE CAVIAR CLUB Abu Dhabi was a celebration of sensory excellence, luxury, and discovery — an evening to remember!
