Celebrating her 38th birthday in a style befitting a pop icon with global reach, Rihanna marked the occasion at Giorgio Baldi restaurant in Santa Monica, California. Dressed head-to-toe in chic black attire, including a faux fur jacket and matching heels, she displayed her iconic flair effortlessly.
What truly captured attention was not just her outfit but the exquisite dessert set before her: a luxury cheesecake that took on an unconventional French presentation known as charcuterie. The centerpiece featured sliced open soft cheese, surrounded by various meats such as cured salami, crackers, cornichons (salted pickled cucumbers), and fresh fruits including figs and blackberries alongside vibrant sprigs of rosemary. Against a backdrop of wine bottles, the dessert bore a simple yet striking plaque that read “Happy Birthday, Rihanna.”
The intimate setting indicated A$AP Rocky’s desire to lavish his partner with personalized care rather than hosting an elaborate celebration. Their relationship, now in its sixth year, had maintained a quiet poise without much media attention; this surprise clearly underscored their personal connection and refined tastes.
Earlier that day, during a segment on Celebrity Substitutes, A$AP Rocky found himself answering a candid question about his marital status with Rihanna. He responded evasively, suggesting he could be seen as someone who might have something to gain from such inquiries: “You want Rihanna, huh? Well, you got me. You got me today.”