OLIVIER VIDAL
Read moreAlso present in Sens, Olivier Vidal, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, offers us here something to delight our taste buds. We can enjoy chocolates with orange or lemon peel. We appreciate the almond/hazelnut shortbread. We would die for the caramel coulis and the different spreads. And what can we say about the excellent pastries whose extreme finesse and great creativity have no equivalent in Auxerre, without forgetting the very tasty home-made ice creams. In summer, outside the store, the queue can be long to get one!
CHOCOLAT WEISS
Read moreOriginally from Alsace, Eugène Weiss left his native country during the war of 1870 to settle in Saint-Etienne where he opened his chocolate candy confectionery in 1882 at 8 rue général Foy. Recently repainted in purple, a discreet reminder of the colour of chocolate, with the portrait of the founder at the back of the shop, this shop was awarded a prize in the 2011 commerce design competition. In 1912, he invented the famous chocolate square, to be served near a café. Chocolate to cook, or to taste, in bars or already prepared, to offer or to indulge oneself: chocolate cat tongues, cream sticks, palets, chocolate discs, nougastelles, nougamadines or orangettes. This world-famous chocolate factory has opened its chocolate museum next to its factory at Pont de l'Âne, near the Géant Casino Monthieu. In summer, don't miss the chance to taste the ice creams made mainly with chocolate of course, dark or white, but also with vanilla or strawberry, or even sesame praline...
QUARRÉ DE CHOCOLAT
Read moreThis house is an institution. You'll find wonderful creations like Pavé Morvandiau, Quarréen and Saint Amour. But also spreads. The waffles, too, are a delight every Sunday and public holiday, as well as in the afternoons in high season. A great address, as delicious as it is unmissable! And an online boutique that we also recommend you discover. What's more, Quarré de Chocolat recently opened a corner in Auxerre, in the gallery of the E. Leclerc center.
PATİSSERİE STÉPHANE PASCO
Read moreAfter successfully opening their chocolate pastry shop in Vertou in 2011, Stéphane Pasco, helped by his sister Isabelle in this beautiful adventure, set up a boutique in Nantes in the summer of 2019 to the delight of the people of Nantes. And to showcase the pastry chef's productions, they have created a sort of jewel case: a dark setting where the colours of delicious cakes, tasty cakes, pretty macaroons with pastel and acidic reflections are revealed, not forgetting the farandole of succulent chocolates. Taste pastries such as the Facilité, a favourite, salted butter caramel/milk chocolate mousse/salted peanuts/Brittany sand, or the Signature, a taste journey with sunny colours, vanilla light cream/ mango compote/ginger mango/coconut rock/shortbread, savour the delicacies for examplethe Pistachio-Amarena Cake, the airy and melting lightness of morello cherries, and taste chocolates such as Agapé, passion fruit ganache, a subtle sensation of eating the fruit. The expression "when art is tasted" takes on its full meaning here. Stéphane Pasco works pastry like a plastic art. And like in an art gallery, he exhibits his creations. You can admire his latest work all in chocolate in the shop window... We would eat it!
PÂTISSERIE-CHOCOLATERIE MONTCOUDIOL
Read moreMeilleur Ouvrier de France, world pastry champion, Bruno Montcoudiol makes us melt with pleasure in his pretty pastry shop-chocolate factory of the "Martyrs". Numerous gourmet recipes are waiting for you: cakes, macaroons, croquembouches, ice creams... Sold individually or as a dessert, these desserts have enchanting names synonymous with delights: Fleur Australe, Pur Velay, Violina or Succès Fou... The chef also gives pastry lessons to everyone in his Monistrol workshop because, as he reminds us, gourmandise is universal!
CHOCOLATERIE MAËLIG
Read moreWith a passion for history and the arts, Maëlig initially focused on archaeology, before succumbing to her passion for the craft of chocolate. After working at Maison Cochet in Saint-Raphaël and Maison Saunion in Bordeaux, she obtained a CAP Pâtisserie with a mention complémentaire in Pâtisserie, Chocolaterie, Confiserie, Glacerie. An Artisan Chocolatier, she chose to set up her chocolate factory in Saint-Emilion, where she expresses all her creativity. Made in France, her packaging even includes cocoa pods.
CHOCOLATERIE CAPRICES
Read moreA chocolate dynasty founded more than 50 years ago, the Brunstein family unveils its delicious delicacies in a bright and very chic boutique where chocolates, ganaches and other candied fruits are presented like precious jewels! According to the seasons, we are delighted by the very original chocolate mouldings: creations for the festive events of the year. There is also a beautiful collection of Pure Origin dark or milk chocolate bars and huge pieces of chocolate (hazelnuts, oranges, Smarties...) sold at the scrapyard!
C. CHOCOLAT
Read moreLocated in the center of Brest, near the Halles Saint-Louis, the C. Chocolat boutique is first and foremost a family adventure, where each member has contributed his or her own know-how and experience gathered around the world. It offers a collection of delicately flavored chocolates (the "Ceylon" was praised by Gault & Millau!). Grand cru chocolate squares, macaroons, entremets or bars with exotic names: the very best in craftsmanship. The Brest-based company now has six stores: a second in Brest on rue Jean Jaurès, followed by Guipavas, Landerneau and Quimper.
CHARLES CHOCOLARTISAN
Read moreYour favourite little spoon is the one that will dip into the best of Charles Chocolartisan spreads. A spread made with love by Charles Roland, an authentic chocolate lover, who takes great care of our health and our greediness by creating artisanal and local products, healthy products without palm oil or artificial flavours. Only good, only real, only natural for an exceptional taste. If you don't know which one to choose - from the famous Nutôloire (a local and artisanal spread made with homemade sweet cocoa, sunflower oil and cocoa butter, milk, homemade roasted hazelnuts, Loire caramel and Madagascar vanilla) to salted Butterscotch -, Le Petit Futé advises you to take a whole week to vary the pleasures. Another pleasure not to be missed (even if you can order on the Internet): a visit to the Civens shop. A real experience for all the senses around the spread. In tastefully decorated premises, you can learn all about the making of an exceptional product (here, we hide nothing!) by visiting and having fun with your family, participating in workshops... Gourmet moments to share around the best spreads.
CHOCOLATIER GELENCSER
Read moreThe unavoidable chocolate maker from Yonne has 4 other shops in the Vendée and its Chocolate Museum. The chocolates of this artisan are among the best in the Vendée. On the front page, various flavoured or pure ganaches, creations such as the Vendée heart and the town's official delicacy, La Napoline bearing the effigy of Napoleon, an award-winning chocolate. Other sweets: bars, spreads, homemade chocolate powder, verrines, macaroons, ice creams and above all pastries: the Vendée pavé, the crunchy, the caramel flower, the Mont-Blanc.
OLIVIER GRIMAULT
Read moreA little way from the town center of Les Sorinières in the South of France, Olivier Grimault (OG) and his team have set up their gourmet laboratory here. What a sublime surprise to discover his creations of pure cocoa butter chocolate bonbons. With recipes as original as they are affordable. The boxed chocolates (platters) are a real eye-catcher, with their varied assortments and timeless, original flavors. We're talking about chocolates filled with refined ganaches, classic pralines and puff pastries, intense dark chocolates, varieties with a wide range of spices (pepper, vanilla) or refined flavors (tonka bean, lime, blackcurrant...). Everything is sublimated and blends well once transformed, accommodated in the hands of the master craftsman. Chocolates that invite us to travel, between Tanzania, Venezuela, Vietnam, Ghana, Papua New Guinea, Grenada... Try the Maen Hir speciality, a unique blend of 72% cocoa beans (from Santo Domingo and Mexico), or the Pavé soriniérois, a box of small chocolates with flaky praline and caramelized almonds. Indulge yourself with mendiants, grignotines, Crousty'nuts, Croq'télé or Crousty pop's. Olivier Grimault makes us melt with pleasure with homemade confectionery, fruit jellies, Taga'boum, Geli'fizz, marshmallows and other names that make young and old alike dream of indulgence. The spread here is called Goûter de Paco with milk and hazelnuts - a must! or the "flaky" version, or "caramel with fleur de sel", or the new "cocoa bean slivers". And don't forget to try Tatie Thalie's delicious sweetness.... Have you tried the new Soriniérois chocolate fondant? Divine dark chocolate to share and make people happy! Add to that the chocolate sculpting talents and chocolate courses, the super-reasonable prices, the warm welcome and the free parking, and you'll know why this place is well worth a visit! Don't forget the "food truck glacier" for your events, whether professional or private, which is available for sweet and original desserts or snacks! Speaking of ice creams, here they're 100% homemade and to die for! Chocolate mint, macadamia vanilla... Iced verrines with tangy flavors, evasion, Montélimar, are original desserts to offer! New in 2021, for chocolate addicts, subscription formulas for sweet boxes: "la Créat ' Box" for 3, 6, 9 or 12 months, with a box representing a patchwork of homemade sweets - you should have thought of that! Taste our new products: Manabi 72.5% le Cameroun 71% and 100% grands crus!
VINCENT STRACKAR
Read moreRanked among the best chocolate makers in France, Vincent Strackar is to cocoa beans what the late Karl Lagerfeld was to haute couture... a true genius! He puts your taste buds in a festive mood with new flavors and in many ways. Dark, milk or white chocolate candies, bars, original moldings, orangettes, florentines, fruit jellies... There is something for everyone, even for diabetics! We appreciate the precious advice of the chocolate maker and his wonderful creations made to measure for special occasions.
CHOCOLATERIE PÂTISSERIE SCHMITT
Read moreAn address recognized by all chocolate lovers. With five bars to his credit, Jean-Émile Schmitt has been one of the twelve best chocolate makers in France since 2010. His specialties are diverse. The pastries are also delicious and you can even buy or have made stylish chocolate pieces that will delight the eyes as well as the taste buds. You will also find a whole range of teas to enjoy on cold winter days.
DESSERTS ET CHOCOLAT
Read moreFor several years now, Benjamin Chassaing has taken over from Sébastien François to continue his gourmet creations and the history of this patisserie, which was born 100 years ago and became Desserts et Chocolat 30 years ago. Know-how, passion and philosophy remain unchanged. Seasonal fruits, quality ingredients and unique delicacies: pastries, chocolates, confectionery, macaroons, ice creams... What's changed? The premises are much bigger and more functional, perfect for enjoying these little masterpieces at any time of day!
ANTTON CHOCOLATIER
Read moreA visit to Maison Antton's workshop is a must: immerse yourself in cocoa-producing countries, and discover the different stages of processing, from the cocoa bean to the chocolate lozenges that will no longer hold any secrets for you! You'll see the chocolatier at work, and then sample some delicious treats. The chocolate factory is renowned for its respect for the chocolate-making tradition of the Basque Country, and for passing on the flavours of the Basque terroir through its superb creations. Intensity and authenticity.
DURAND CHOCOLATIER
Read moreSince 1987, Durand Chocolatier has been making numbered chocolates with unchanging recipes that are secretly kept. In its Empire style attire and cocoa decor, the shop is not lacking in style! The first thing you'll notice is the 41 little squares placed behind the counter. All of them compete in quality and finesse, such as the "Compagnie des Indes" (n° 35) whose woody spice alliance is striking. The n° 36, with seaweed, is the most oceanic of all. We also discover the famous cake inspired by the Breton poisoner Hélène Jégado.
CHOCOLATERIE DE LA COURONNE
Read moreLa Chocolaterie de la Couronne is a famous sign in Pau, refined and multi-awarded since 1953. Although it has not been able to welcome many crowned heads, it has nevertheless seduced great men such as General de Gaulle, who was particularly fond of Créoles, a ganache with fine champagne and dark chocolate. Many other specialties have marked the sign: Golden pearls, old-fashioned pralines with white chocolate, cherries with armagnac and almond paste, ganache with raisins macerated in cointreau... creation is an art in this amazing chocolate factory.
CHOCOLATERIE DANIEL STOFFEL
Read moreThis chocolate factory was founded in 1963 by Daniel Stoffel and his wife. Since then, the passion hasn't waned, and it's a huge concept store that you can visit in Ribeauvillé to enjoy an immersive experience in the colorful, playful Willy Wonka-style store, in the brand's colors (orange and brown). Workshops and demonstrations are organized all year round in the dedicated Choco'Wahou area, focusing on hand-crafted chocolate bonbons. A real treat!
LES CHOCOLATS D'ABI ET LISA
Read moreIndulge yourself with chocolates handcrafted by Céline Boucher, an authentic enthusiast. In her Corbas workshop, Les Chocolats d'Abi et Lisa, she has been creating chocolates for over 10 years, combining quality, pure cocoa butter, originality and indulgence. For individuals and companies: discovery boxes, gift boxes, ballotins, bars, candies, spreads... At Easter, Christmas and all year round, the address for chocolate lovers. Boutique in Croix-Rousse.
MR COCO
Read moreCorentin is an authentic chocolate lover. Originally from Vienna, he has traveled - to Dubai and on cruise ships - before returning to the heart of his city to share his passion with Mr. Coco. Artisan creator, Corentin presents us his creations, starting with the famous Chocotamar®, a unique specialty, a clever marriage of date and chocolate. Always in search of new chocolate proposals, he also creates customizable bars (order online for a great gift idea). Coffee shop to treat yourself on the spot.
MADEMOISELLE HEL
Read moreHere's the perfect address for cocoa lovers! After leaving her native Auvergne, Hélène set up shop not far from the station (not even afraid of the building work and the neighborhood!) to open this chocolate shop-tea room. Here, everything is homemade, from the logo to the decor and, of course, the chocolate! Gourmet squares, bars, candies and even spreads. If the portions are smaller than average, it's so you can enjoy them in one bite! Courageous and passionate, Hélène also sells her raw materials. The idea of the returnable box and bag is also brilliant.
PÂTISSERIE NICO EMI
Read moreThis new patisserie has a lot going for it. First of all, as you enter, you notice the modern, uncluttered look of the refrigerated display cases, highlighting the incredible variety of pastries on offer, as well as the particularly meticulous presentation work that has gone into each one. The welcome is charming, sincere and smiling. Lastly, it's the taste that amazes. Here, the emphasis is on innovative pastries or the great classics, with a personal touch that makes all the difference.
CHOCOLATERIE MAX VAUCHÉ
Read moreAlthough the creator, Max Vauché, has retired, the employees who took over from him have preserved the spirit of the company. For these are not simply stores, but places for exchange, both with the public who can watch and participate in the making of chocolate delights with the producers from Sao Tomé, Mexico or Colombia whom they accompany in a responsible approach. Don't miss the guided tour to appreciate all the flavors of the different chocolates, from the sweetest to the most bitter. How can you resist such gourmet delights?
PÂTISSERIE-CHOCOLATIER YVARD
Read moreWell established on the Place de la Fontaine, in the heart of the Cherbourg hypercentre for more than forty years, the Yvard house is at the top of the list when it comes to pastry and chocolate. But not only: indeed, the tea room, located at the back of the shop, combines the pleasure of the taste buds, whether it is pastry or ice cream. If you haven't been here for some time, you will discover a brand new decoration, very successful.
MAISON DES SŒURS MACARONS
Read moreCrunchy on the outside, soft on the inside: the Macaron de Nancy has made the reputation of the Maison des Soeurs Macarons for over 250 years, and today it's the only company to hold the original recipe. Nicolas Génot makes 200 to 250 dozen a day! Bergamotes de Nancy, pâtes de Fruits, Florentine des Soeurs, Baba du Roi... are also among the delicacies prized the world over. It's impossible to resist these sweets, the fruit of ancestral know-how!
LE COMPTOIR DE MATHILDE
Read moreThis charming boutique, inaugurated in August 2022, invites you to a delectable gourmet escape. From the moment you enter, the warm, rustic decor sets the scene. For those with a sweet tooth, you'll discover a whole range of artisanal products, from the essential chocolate bar to palm oil-free spreads. Not forgetting the famous babas and Harry Potter-inspired delights... Savoury connoisseurs can rest assured that the store also offers spreads and spices to delight their taste buds. This delicatessen pays tribute to culinary traditions with a whole range of products to discover.
FABRICE GILLOTTE
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MAISON PADIOU
Read moreNicolas Padiou, master pastry chef and master chocolatier, invites you to discover his savoir-faire through his creations: le Péruvien (chocolate shortbread, creamy chocolate and Peruvian chocolate mousse), Feuilletine (crunchy almond hazelnut praline). More than twenty varieties of chocolate made entirely on site can be discovered in this fabulous boutique, open all year round. From the dedicated website, you can make your own basket. The house also makes delicious artisanal ice creams and savoury specialities.
CACAO FAGES
Read morePlace de l'Estrapade, in the Saint-Cyprien district, is a store that Toulousans love: gourmet, friendly and surprising. Gourmet, of course, because it's first and foremost a chocolatier. And friendly, because it's also a hot chocolate lounge! So take the time to savour a cup as you watch the master craftsmen at work in their workshop behind the glass roof. Surprisingly, Cacao Fages also features a gallery. A photo exhibition, you think? Not at all: chocolate sculptures are on display! Brothers Jérémy and Sylvain Fages are at the helm of this beautiful store, and will be delighted to welcome you with a smile and advise you on your purchases.
PÂTISSIER-CHOCOLATIER GUILLET
Read moreThe Guillet house has more than 50 years! One half-century of shared delicacy and happiness. Guillet remains the chocolate reference of Novels and... well beyond, since the Guillet house is rewarded to Japan for its incomparable chocolates. A right harmony between tradition and innovation allows master craftsman pastry chef Novels to draw his pin from the game in a context of fierce competition. It is that the chocolate it is pleasure but also one crowned market! Guillet declines a sublime collection, the classical ones associating walnut, morello cherry, orange peel, almond with most original in form of ravioli or... of shoes (man or woman!). The house is also famous for its refined macaroons, its verrines and, of course, the wide range of its intervene very smart. The Guillet house also has its shop with Valencia (place of Champ-de-Mars).
TORRÉFACTION DIEPPOISE
Read moreFor gourmets and gourmands alike, Torréfaction Dieppoise Arthur et Paul is a veritable paradise. When you open the door to this delicatessen with its deliciously vintage charm, you're immediately plunged into a whirlwind of exquisite scents. Freshly roasted coffee blends with the aromas of Bonnat chocolate and spices sold on site. Tea and herbal tea lovers are also delighted by the vast choice on offer here. On-site or online, you'll find everything you need to put together a gourmet basket to give as a gift or share with loved ones.
AUZOU – LE CHOCOLATIER NORMAND
Read moreEvery self-respecting Rouennais already knows Auzou! Three generations of chocolatiers have been delighting locals and tourists alike since 1917. It is in the back store of 163 rue du Gros-Horloge that the famous Tears of Joan of Arc were created, a pure sin of greed. Other Norman specialties on sale here: apples with calvados and salted butter caramels. And for the past few years, Auzou has gained in popularity thanks to its macarons with varied and original tastes!
LES CHOCOLATS D'ABI ET LISA
Read moreLet's go to the Croix-Rousse to delight the whole family with Chocolats d'Abi et Lisa, a charming boutique run by Stéphan, who always welcomes us with a smile to offer us chocolates made by Céline Boucher in her Corbas chocolate factory. Sweets for every occasion: chocolate bonbons in original flavors, delicious bars for every taste, palm-oil-free spreads for snacks, ballotins and gift boxes. Online sales and click & collect. Bonheur gourmands.
BENOIT CHOCOLAT
Read moreBenoît Chocolats embodies excellence and a passion for chocolate: witness Anne-Françoise Benoît's many awards over nearly 30 years! Founded on a family heritage, this chocolate factory offers unique creations that enchant the taste buds of gourmets. Each chocolate tells a story, one of exceptional craftsmanship and a love of authentic flavors. By joining forces with Le Fondant Baulois in 2023, Benoît Chocolats is committed to passing on the quality of its ingredients and respect for artisanal techniques.
LA CHOCOLATIÈRE
Read moreIn the heart of a lively street and a stone's throw from the medieval market, this family-run business is a veritable Reto institution! We appreciate Cécile and Christine's warm welcome and, of course, the handmade chocolates made from quality products. As for specialities, the Petit Futé has a preference for pebbles and chocolate-covered marshmallows. But there are many other chocolates to discover, including a wide range of tablets in a variety of flavors, and ice creams to enjoy in summer. All without coloring or preservatives!
BISCUITERIE GERTHOFFER
Read moreImpossible to miss this pretty red house decorated according to the seasons. A favourite for these high quality chocolates, the company relies on pure cocoa butter and the creativity of Grégory Gerthoffer. Artisans of taste above all, the couple uses traditional recipes from the region: bredalas, laeckerlis, but also macaroons and other shortbread. Another string to their bow are the magnificent cakes, croquembouches, pieces montees and mignardises. Creative, unique and colourful sweets for all ceremonies or just for fun!
JEAN-FRANÇOIS FOUCHER CHOCOLATERIE
Read moreIt is a must! If you pass by the central district, you can't miss this beautiful store. Chocolates, fine pastries, macarons... Jean-François Foucher's reputation has long gone beyond the departmental borders. On the spot, to take away or for your holiday desserts, the references are very popular, like the Saint-Honoré in the house style. Finally, note that the company also has a bakery, located next door.
LES CHAMPS DU DESTIN
Read moreLes Champs du Destin is a 100% organic bakery created by Jérôme Bruet. The unusual flours and cereals are produced on village land that has been preserved for many years. An organic baker since 1994, Jérôme is brimming with projects, notably participating in development programs with Agro Sup Dijon. His laboratory also prepares a range of 14 chocolates made with lecithin-free cocoa paste and enriched with multiple cereals. Among the must-haves are the Champs du Destin beers made from organic cereals.
CHOCOLATERIE NOUGALET
Read moreThe Nougalet chocolate and confectionery factory welcomes you to its 6,000 m² factory dedicated to gourmet delights. Much more than just a chocolate factory, Nougalet has been renowned for its exceptional expertise for over half a century. Here, raw materials are rigorously selected for our greatest pleasure. Nougalet is also an experience: during your visit, you can admire the precise gestures of the craftsmen at work. New for 2024: the Bar à Chocolat opens its doors to you for a (very) gourmet break!
CHOC ET VOUS
Read moreSurrounded by a family with a wealth of gastronomic and cultural experience, and a respect for tradition, Guillaume Moulin set out on his own adventure in the world of taste, starting with pastry-making. He creates combinations of textures and flavors, and offers you a wide choice of mousses, creams, cookies, croustillants, dacquoise, Piémont, Guérande, Duo, Rubis, Passion... according to your desires. He is also a chocolatier, and his chocolates reflect his personality. His creations are original, made from natural products such as cocoa, milk and sugar, in keeping with a know-how that respects tradition. Discover the astonishing chocolate sausage, as well as astro signs, hearts, spreads and more. Not forgetting confectionery and macaroons of every color, with their crunchy shells for a fragrant softness: come and discover this farandole of flavors! For the festive season, he makes logs (no entremets in December) that are soft, crunchy or melt-in-the-mouth. He also creates all kinds of pièces montées and croquembouches for receptions and family celebrations. All you have to do is place your order!
FANFAN LA GUIMAUVE
Read moreFanfan is Françoise, wife of sweet wizard Emmanuel Bonnabaud, who kindly welcomes you to this paradise for sweet tooths. Barley sugars, lollipops and marshmallows, of course, but also pastries, old-fashioned breads and handmade chocolate: everything here is homemade with fresh, local produce (the rhubarb comes from Emmanuel's father's garden). The patisserie's star product: the mojito version of the baba au rhum, a true delight. And it's impossible to resist the homemade marshmallow bear! A must for all gourmets.
LA CHOCOLAT'HIER
Read moreThis gourmet shop is one of the places to go when visiting the Gallo-Roman city. Just 5 minutes from the town center, the address is well known to those who want to fill their shopping bags with quality chocolates. As you enter, you'll receive a warm welcome from a real enthusiast. As head chocolatier, Marjorie brilliantly crafts top-quality chocolates, paying particular attention to the quality of her raw materials. Don't hesitate to treat yourself to a ballotin of mixed flavors, or indulge in a tablette grand cru.
AU CARRÉ CROQUANT
Read moreÉmilie and Jérémie, two chocolate enthusiasts, offer a whole range of excellent products in their beautiful boutique. We love their chocolate assortments, including the old-fashioned praline with Piedmont hazelnuts. Sparkling praline bar presented as a snack bar. Homemade spread with flaky praline. Beggar's bars. Marshmallow teddy bears. Fruit pastes. Creations for Easter, Valentine's Day, May1st, Halloween, Father's Day, Mother's Day and Christmas. Soon a second boutique at 9 rue Courrerie.
DUFOUX CHOCOLATS
Read moreDufoux chocolates is a long story that began in 1960 in Saône-et-Loire and continues in Dijon with this beautiful store located on rue des Forges. In its unmistakable window display in the colors of chocolate and Burgundy blackcurrants, the Dufoux house presents its original creations. In the store, the proposals pay tribute to the occasions for the greatest pleasure of the gourmets. Young and old alike can enjoy chocolate candies, bars bearing the famous owl and other original dark or milk chocolate items.
ZK CHOCOLATERIE
Read moreCreating an authentic, richly-flavored spread without palm oil or artificial flavors? That's the bold challenge set by Catherine Brothier and her brother Yves Zuconi. These two gourmands with a passion for cooking have created a richly-flavored spread, with fine Piedmont hazelnuts, real vanilla and fair-trade cocoa beans. Many top hotels offer this wonderful spread in their establishments. You can find it in Biot at Catherine's partners, the Bee Riviera boutique.
CHOCOLATERIE LOTHAIRE
Read moreStéphane Lothaire, master chocolatier from Reims (specializing in macaroons) unveils his finest chocolate creations! You'll also be tempted by the specialities of Reims and the Champagne region, all dressed in pink: the famous Biscuit Rose Maison, available in dragées, sablés, tuiles and Goûters de Reims. And don't forget the Marché des Gourmandises, an area 100% dedicated to the sweet pleasures of our childhood: fondants, caramels, fruit jellies, marshmallows, candy canes... How can you resist? And always Kusmi Tea and Comptoir Français du Thé.
CHOCOLATERIE THURIES
Read moreYves Thuriès, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, is known throughout the world for his chocolate sweets. You will fall in love, melt and enjoy his crunchies, fondues in little jars, chocolates in candy or bars - special mention for the dark violet petals -, spreads, caramelized rochers, chocolate bars and lollipops... What happiness! And to get out of the ordinary, take home the house specialty, Le pastel, which is an amazing chocolate shell filled with blue ganache and powdered with powdered sugar.
BONNAT CHOCOLATIER
Read moreBonnat is happiness. In the heart of Voiron, here is the home of artisanal chocolate made with the same passion since 1884 by the Bonnat family. Stéphane Bonnat, an exceptional roasting chocolate maker, creates marvelous delicacies by roasting the best cocoa varieties. Among the successes of the house, based on regional products, the chocolate with Chartreuse liqueur and the one with Grenoble walnut. Other delights with the Chardon bleu and the Pavé de Voiron, without forgetting all the wonderful cakes. A visit to Voiron goes through Bonnat !
PHILIPPE SEGOND
Read moreMeilleur Ouvrier de France, Maître Chocolatier, Pâtissier Confiseur, Philippe Segond continues to diversify his activities. For example, his signature is to be found on the fabulous dessert menu of the Japanese restaurant Koï. We love his gourmet creations, especially his chocolates in all their presentations, in small cakes and mignardises, ganaches, pralines, creams, entremets, bonbons, tablettes, truffles... In his laboratory, he transforms and blends the finest cocoa vintages, sublimating their intense aromas by marrying them with lime, passion fruit, fleur de sel... At Christmas, jewel cases of chocolate sweets compete with festive logs; at Easter, eggs and barnyard poultry make our little ones sparkle with envy. You can enjoy breakfast in the tearoom, with real fruit juice squeezed on demand or a pastry. The atmosphere, like the service, is very pleasant. A gentle break.