From Mougins to Monaco. Celebration of Deep Roots

A delicate fusion of African heritage and French artistry. 

In the heart of the French Riviera, the picturesque village of Mougins became the stage for an extraordinary exclusive destination event — a Luxury event planning masterpiece meticulously curated by CERISE EVENT.

A Nigerian 60th birthday is never just a celebration — it’s a milestone of life and legacy. We transformed it into a poetic cultural celebration of identity, artistry, and belonging — where deep roots met Riviera light and elegance.

Over 5 unforgettable days, 35 guests from Nigeria, the UK, France, and the USA gathered to honor a remarkable woman whose journey continues to inspire. It wasn’t merely a birthday; it was a moment of reflection, reconnection, and refined joy — a bespoke event experience designed with emotion and precision.

The celebration began with a fusion Welcome Dinner at the hidden boutique Hotel Le Mas Candille, where classic cuisine met contemporary flair — setting the tone for connection and storytelling through taste. 

The Main Dinner, held in a private château in Mougins, blended Provençal and French gastronomy, offering guests a luxury dining experience against the golden glow of the Riviera.

Between these intimate moments, guests enjoyed Clarins spa rituals, professional golf sessions, private wine tastings in Provence, and exclusive city tours of Cannes and Monaco — all curated to reflect the essence of the Côte d’Azur lifestyle and bespoke event production at its finest.

VISION
Deep burgundy, gold, and sunset coral infused the space with the cultural warmth of the Côte d’Azur. The table décor united sculptural florals, fine linens, and crystal accents in a soft dialogue of texture and light. Guided by refined production, the château transformed into a bespoke event design — a living harmony of culture, emotion, and modern grace.
TASTE
The evening opened with the CERISE EVENT signature cocktail, a refreshing Peach Kir Royal — perfectly Riviera. The Welcome Dinner celebrated Asian fusion cuisine, where citrus, soy, and lemongrass created a lively balance of cultures. The Main Dinner revealed the essence of the Riviera through refined Provençal cuisine — local seafood, truffle, and golden light in every detail. A Grand Cake adorned with orchids and seashells crowned the night, while champagne, hibiscus notes, and smooth Provençal wines turned dining into a bespoke sensory experience crafted with heart and grace.
SOUNDS
Sound production is in deep moments of prayer and quiet remembrance, opened the night, followed by the warm resonance of a live saxophone drifting through the château.

As evening fell over the French Riviera, the rhythm evolved — smooth jazz intertwined with vibrant Afrobeat, before melting into soulful Afro-soul. Each transition was curated through expert technical production, transforming music into an atmosphere, and the atmosphere into pure emotion.
TOUCH
Velvet and natural linen dressed the room in softness, while plush sofas and wooden chairs invited warmth and ease. Subtle imperfections in handcrafted ceramics revealed the beauty of human artistry and the authenticity of the handmade.

This tactile scenography, imagined as part of a premium bespoke décor, celebrated connection and belonging — a quiet choreography of handshakes and embraces, where every touch honored legacy, artistry, and presence.
SMELL
A natural blend of stone pine, wild strawberry tree, and sea breeze carried the essence of the Riviera. The refined aroma of Provençal wine filled the air as guests raised their glasses, mingling with soft notes of wood, wax, and ocean mist.

Amber, musk, and fresh roses completed this high-end dining— the fragrance of the Côte d’Azur, timeless and unforgettable.