Elevating Celebrations with Live Engraving at the Michelin Guide 2025 Ceremony After Party in Orlando

I had the incredible opportunity to bring live personalization to one of the most anticipated culinary celebrations of the year — the Michelin Guide 2025 Ceremony After Party at the Four Seasons Orlando which took place in April.

Sponsored by Evian, the evening celebrated the culinary excellence of restaurants across Florida. Our team was honored to create a live engraving experience that captured the spirit of the night, offering guests a one-of-a-kind keepsake they could treasure for years to come.

At A Handful of Letters, we believe that personalization transforms a moment into a memory. And on this night, it was truly an honor to help celebrate the incredible talent recognized by Michelin.

Celebrating Culinary Excellence with Personalized Keepsakes

During the after party, our team of three professional artists spent three unforgettable hours engraving Evian’s iconic glass bottles live on-site.

Each bottle was meticulously personalized with:

• The awardee’s name

• Their restaurant’s name

• Their Michelin distinction (such as the number of stars awarded, "Bib Gourmand," or "Recommended")

• A hand-engraved Michelin logo to mark the occasion

The atmosphere was electric as winners and honorees visited our table to receive their personalized bottles. Throughout the evening, we engraved over 150 custom bottles, each one transformed into a meaningful memento of a milestone achievement.

A Night Full of Energy, Celebration, and Personal Moments

Guests were genuinely excited to see their names and awards hand-engraved in real time — and the line for personalization didn’t let up all night.
One of the most memorable moments came when the event’s CEO shared that this was the longest guests had ever stayed at a Michelin after party, energized by the experience of receiving their personalized bottles.

It’s moments like these that highlight the true power of live personalization: creating a connection between the guest, the brand, and the occasion in a way that feels authentic, elevated, and unforgettable.

Why Live Engraving Enhances Luxury Events

Live event personalization offers brands and hosts a unique way to elevate any celebration:

• Creates a sense of exclusivity: A hand-personalized gift feels tailored and thoughtful.

• Extends the guest experience: Watching a piece come to life on-site makes the moment interactive and memorable.

• Drives engagement: Guests naturally share their experience on social media, extending the event’s reach.

• Aligns with luxury values: Personal craftsmanship mirrors the excellence and attention to detail celebrated at events like the Michelin Guide Ceremony.

In a setting where excellence is the standard, thoughtful touches like these help deepen the emotional connection guests have with the experience — and leave a lasting impression long after the night ends.

About A Handful of Letters

Based in Orlando and available for events nationwide, A Handful of Letters specializes in live personalization for luxury brand activations, corporate events, and private celebrations.
Our services include live engraving, calligraphy, leather embossing, and hand painting, each crafted with an emphasis on quality, artistry, and attention to detail.

I personally attend almost every activation to ensure each event runs smoothly and reflects our commitment to creating meaningful, high-touch guest experiences. For larger events and high-volume activations, my team of professionally trained artists delivers consistent excellence at every touchpoint.

Let’s Create an Experience Guests Will Always Remember

If you’re planning a brand activation, awards ceremony, or luxury event and would love to offer guests a unique, personal experience they will treasure, I would love to connect with you.

You can learn more about our services at www.ahandfulofletters.com, follow behind-the-scenes highlights on Instagram @ahandfulofletters, or email me directly at hello@ahandfulofletters.com.

It would be an honor to help you create lasting memories, one personalized piece at a time.

XO,

Valentina, lead artist and owner.