The best chocolatiers Saône-Et-Loire

Éclat de Chocolat delights gourmets all year round. Mickaël Martin's creations, true works of gustatory art, celebrate the high points of the year, such as Easter, Christmas and Valentine's Day. As refined as they are gourmet, they include exceptional chocolates such as these pralines in candy form, a varied range of entremets including the pistachio-strawberry-lemon opera in summer, artisanal ice creams, macaroons and small snacks, including adorable marshmallow teddies. A must for lovers of refined sweets.

It was here, in Charolles, that (the late) Bernard Dufoux founded his first chocolate factory, in 1960. Since then, the company has gone from strength to strength. In addition to its tempting boutique, the Charolles address is worth a detour for its production workshop, where chocolatiers and pastry chefs reveal the secrets of their trade to the public, and give classes. The chocolates they make are of the highest quality, using sometimes rare cocoa beans and exceptional hazelnuts and pistachios. Attractive subjects in original shapes are also produced for special events.

L'Ambroisie, created by Alain Le Bourdoulou in 1997, is a true Chalonnaise institution. Renovated in 2021, the boutique, its façade and the tea room make the moment even more precious. While the macaroons and pastries are exceptional, each season has its own not-to-be-missed rendezvous. The galettes are one of them, so unique are the frangipane and the recipe. Another of L'Ambroisie's talents is its chocolates. An address that sublimates the classics of our gourmet subconscious.

Here are two generations that the Germain family - today it's Nicolas Germain who is at the helm - we rule chocolates and desserts based on high quality ingredients without concession, especially concerning chocolate, of course, which is pure cocoa butter. In stores you can find chocolate collections that vary according to the seasons, as well as desserts that fall according to the fresh ingredients available. An excellent house!