Gourmet products local specialties and wines Saint-Etienne

Former restaurateurs, Sébastien Derail and his wife opened their shop about 10 years ago and excelled in their catering activities. Everything is made home and the kitchen, mainly based on olive oil, is not fat. If you do not yet know this furnace virtuosis, here are some examples of proposed dishes: tomato and basilic fonds, black place, raspberries, rabbits, rabbit rust… And the inventive side of the sublime is probably reached with pistachio oil gnocchis! If you want to organize a family meal, a cocktail cocktail or a buffet, Sébastien Dérail can prepare dishes up to 100 people!

100% smart for our buying power! In the Soleil district, a small family business, which brings together Richard Litaud, former logistics manager for Couramiaud, his partner Véronique Pourrat and her daughter Clémentine, is reinvesting the 350 ^{m2 of} sales area of Sols Solutions Peinture to offer products from overstocks or with short delivery dates, at reduced prices! In their grocery store specialized in food destocking, the arrivals are permanent: fresh, frozen, meats and cured meats, delicacies... Often presented directly in the boxes, it's up to you to rummage around to fill your basket. And since the prices defy all competition, we're going for it!

The Baret cheese dairy has been a family business for 70 years: created in La Talaudière by grandmother Marcelle, it is now her granddaughter Laetitia who runs the cheese dairy in Saint-Etienne. With its electric blue front, it is modernising, but you will still find a very wide choice of cheeses, more and more from local producers in short circuits. Privilege is given to tradition, the Protected Designation of Origin and the people who work in the respect of their trade. Cheese by the cut, personalized trays or butter, yoghurts and white cheeses, the creamery-cheese dairy is a passion! Two other shops in Firminy and Saint-Chamond.

" It's not a bakery! " This comment has heard it on several occasions from bakers. So yes, of course the bread is not done on the spot, but it is very good bill, its regular mie, its crust crispy. It is unnecessary to lift the hammer and the burin to attack it, as may be the case for some rods of bakers whose name is better off. And the choice, basic, is still there. The bread shop did not always, normal it is open late and even on Sundays. There are tons to eat, there are tons! And in addition, there are always promotions on them. Gluttonous, good business in perspective!

You supported her in 2019 in the Best Baker in France on M6? You weren't the only one! The Boulangerie de l'Aube is very much appreciated by the people of Stephanois. It is renowned for its wide choice of quality breads and pastries. Special breads are numerous, including breads with salt crystals from the Ile de Ré, citrus fruit breads (citron and yuzu), baguettes with mustard seeds and Noirmoutier salt, country bread with Brazil nuts and black sesame oil and of course the "Born to be olives"! At your service for your receptions, the Boulangerie de l'Aube will also make its rolls according to your tastes and desires.

The SCOOP Bionacelle Biocoop, managed by Pierrick de Ronne, opposite the arcades of the town hall, does a great service in the center by offering organic groceries, fruit and vegetables, and many bulk items such as cereals and liquids sold in returnable containers. Practical and ecological. Click & collect is available, but don't hesitate to ask for advice on site, as the sales staff will be delighted to help you. And if you want to consume more responsibly, take a look at the seasonal calendar!

Serge and Chrystelle invite you to indulge your sweet tooth! Let yourself be tempted by their teas, herbal teas, rooïbos, carcadets, pure original coffees from all over the world, their 100% Arabica from Vietnam and Mexico roasted by them on the spot and their home-made blends, which you can taste beforehand in the adjoining tea room. Convinced? Give in to the savory and sweet delicatessen products, with all kinds of chocolates and cookies. They prepare themselves nougats and salted butter caramel. We appreciate their authenticity!

How good smells delicately tickle our nostrils when we tread the Chinese threshold! This shop, run by Hélène Phrommala for 40 years, is the ideal place to buy your coffee. Costa Rica, Mexico, Italy, whether they are mocha, full-bodied or decaffeinated with water, you will find the perfume that will stir up your palate. Let's not forget the teas, from Dammann Frères, China, Ceylon and even the Middle East. Au Chinois also sells teapots to drink the precious beverage. To accompany your 5pm tea or coffee break in the early afternoon, treat yourself to some sweet treats. The shop is acclaimed for its warm welcome and wide selection.

Auchan Center 2, these are the advantages of a large surface in the city center, open until late in the evening. Easy access, with parking facilities for parking, Auchan Center 2 is one of the largest shopping areas in the city. Please note: the presence of a bio-produced radius, «kitchen of the world» shelves of a self-catering space to do its shopping in an economical way and convenient automated crates for the pressed customers. You can complete your purchases by visiting the shopping gallery very well provided. There are, of course, ready-to-wear shops, shoes, loirsirs, perfumes and telephones.

Which beer to choose? This question may seem trivial. However, it is not so simple to choose the ideal drink, especially when you want to discover new flavors. That's why at the beer cellar Aux fûts percés you will be perfectly guided by specialists. So, are you more of an Anosteké blonde, which was voted best blonde beer in the world in 2021, or a fan of the Georges beers that are made in the region? Or do you prefer non-alcoholic beers? Also goodies, glasses or magnums.

Opened since April, this good thing counter has since sent «an invitation to travel of senses». A well received message, since we immediately responded by browsing this small shop with refined products. On the shelves, chocolate is found in all its forms: tablets, casse, candy, or even better, pâte. The small glass pots have a rich charm and content with unparalleled taste. What about olive oil, vinegar, quenelle or mustard that encourages cooking to get fun? Jams are also worth a visit as well as liqueurs. Originality: the chocolate cream liquor to be tasted as an aperitif to amaze your guests. We liked, with moderation of course, the rums arranged to the evocative name of Rhuma'sutra and to orginaux perfumes such as cacti, anise or tropical with guava, mango, fruit of passion and banana. A delight to share.

"Beers made in Sainté! ". All the breweries in Saint-Etienne closed some fifty years ago, but today beer is making a strong comeback in the region. Here, you'll find delicious craft beers that everyone loves, such as Glüttes and Copains-Chopines. Every month, 20,000 liters of beer are brewed to produce more than 10 different beers. Proof of the success and excellence of our beverages, La Machurée has even been awarded a Fourquet d'argent (national beer competition).

Butchers from father to son and passionate about their work, the Mosnier family has been offering quality products with the "Organic Agriculture" label for over 15 years. In this establishment, everything is organic and comes from local farms in the Loire or the Haute-Loire. The animals arrive whole at the butchery before being worked on. A long maturation is observed in order to give the best gustative quality. To discover for the kefta of lamb with nettles.

Every season has its own drink to enjoy. And Amira understands this! She first created her juice and soup bar, offering on-the-spot tastings of homemade preparations made from fruit and vegetables sold by her nearby greengrocer's store. From November onwards, Amira will evolve her concept and move into her fruit and vegetable store. You'll be able to choose a soup or juice recipe and put together a basket to make your own creation. If you don't feel like cooking, Amira also offers soup and juice takeaways, for a healthy, balanced diet all year round.

The Place Jacquard market is held four times a week: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturday mornings. If it's held so often, it's because it's a sure-fire success. The square is always packed with people. This is a colorful market. Here you'll find a wide range of Maghreb products, including clothing and textiles, fruit and vegetables of course, as well as knick-knacks and gadgets, expired products, underwear, discontinued items, lots bought at auction following the liquidation of a store... In other words, if you come here regularly, you'll be able to score a bargain!

On Wednesday and Saturday mornings, numerous producers and greengrocers, some of them organic, meet here. You'll find everything you need to concoct tasty dishes: eggs, vegetables, seasonal and exotic fruit, cheese, meat, breads, flowers... An Italian caterer travels from Turin to sell his pasta, ravioli and gnocchi, while an oyster farmer occasionally comes up from the Etang de Thau to sell her shellfish. There are also a few clothing vendors. A growing market, with aisles widened following the 2020 health regulations, and which regularly welcomes new traders.

Florence and Emilien Volay, artisan bakers, offer you good bread made in the tradition and baked throughout the day. Various special breads are available: plain bread, fig bread, rye bread, corn bread, country bread with lemon, bacon or even organic... You will also find sandwiches, salads and desserts, to be ordered on the spot but also via the website. In addition, the establishment adapts its offer as the months go by: you will find galettes des rois in January, bugnes in February, eggs and coconuts at Easter, logs and chocolates at Christmas... Each season has its own specialities and a good reason to treat yourself!

Located right in the center of town, Traiteur Schmitt is a highly reputed establishment in its field, and with good reason: it came^1st in the Rhônalpin competition for the best cooked sausage! It's easy to see why customers who try this establishment keep coming back! You'll find a wide range of ready-made dishes, from the great classics to original recipes to tantalize your taste buds. Don't hesitate to order home-delivered meals for your seniors, or meal trays for your company - you'll be sure to satisfy all your guests! A pleasant, family-style welcome and a wide choice - this is a good address for a successful meal at home!

The Croq'en Bouche, by Laurent and Xavier Jousserand, respectively baker and pastry chef-chocolate maker, can be easily identified by its orange-toned window, which won an award at the Commerce Design competition in Saint-Etienne. From early-morning pastries to bread and fast food at lunchtime to snack delicacies, this bakery-pastry shop is always open to delight you and satisfy your sweet tooth: chocolate duchesses, croq'en Velay with flour-free biscuit and lentils, blueberry tarts, but also savoury or pistachio pie with pistachios and pieces of foie gras. And for your occasions, don't hesitate, the team is bursting with creativity!

SIII Gelato, Roberto Scala's second ice cream parlour, has opened in the former Dorel chemiserie on Place du Peuple. A breeze of Italy blows through downtown Saint-Etienne for a tasting of homemade, artisanal ice creams. Eighteen flavors are permanently on offer, including original ones such as stracciatella, tiramisu and ricotta. Pizzas, paninis and arancinis are also available, as are Italian pastries such as cannoli, rolli alla ricotta and panna cotta. A terrace with tables and chairs is available for tasting.

Established in 2022 on Cours Jovin Bouchard, Edgar is a young enthusiast who has perfectly transmitted his philosophy to his business: wine is synonymous with emotion, and each bottle tells a story. Nearly 400 references are on offer, including a selection from small winemakers who produce natural wines. You can buy the vintage of your choice... or taste it on the spot! All accompanied by boards of Torrilhon charcuterie and Perrin cheeses. Please note that the premises can be privatized.

It's so delicious, Le Petit Futé couldn't resist! Glood Cookies is a range of delicious cookies designed entirely by the small hands of Ingrid, "Glood" from her nickname. The new boutique opened on rue Gambetta at the end of 2023, with a beautiful workspace upstairs. Note that the preparations are made with top-quality products, like this raspberry cookie created from homemade organic raspberry-flavored butter. We also like the responsible approach with local producers and recyclable packaging.

In the heart of downtown Saint-Etienne, take a gourmet break in the temple of the cookie. Théo, pastry chef and chocolatier, worked with the Meilleur ouvrier de France before creating this beautiful project, which showcases all his know-how and creativity. In this little boutique, you'll find original cookies (which change every month and whose products are inspired by the seasons) as well as pastries like the "pistache" made with pistachio paste, roasted pistachios and vanilla caramel, and the "gourmands" with Nutella, which melts in your mouth. The light, low-sugar dough contains no refined sugar. So, how about a cookie?

La Fourmilière is a cooperative that is full of good ideas and offers more than 2,600 organic and local products. The more than 800 members are mainly inhabitants of Saint-Etienne and its surroundings who take turns to supply the shelves, to make the place live and to manage it. To shop there, you must also join and give 3 hours of your time each month. A way to be an actor of your consumption and to reduce the cost of your monthly shopping bill. An interesting initiative and good products that we know well, we like.

Les Gueules d'Orge is a community bar and urban brewery that produces 100% organic and local beers. The idea came from Mathieu Lesueur and Aurélien Desert, two friends who had been dreaming of this project for a long time. They produce 5 different beer recipes, with new ones on the way! The project is based on genuine environmental convictions: the beers are delivered by cargo bike to Saint-Etienne. The bar is open on Thursdays, and is a real place of life punctuated by various events, such as concerts.

Since the opening of Moonbo, life has been rosy on Place de l'Hôtel de Ville. This original, gourmet coffee-shop was created by our Clermont-Ferrand neighbors. With its sweet and savoury selection, Moonbo's menu is mouth-watering. The donut is the star of the menu, and comes in several well-known flavors: Kinder, Oreo, speculoos... Head for a bagel for lunch, with chicken, turkey or salmon. For the thirsty, your heart can sway between a latte, a milkshake, or a bubble tea with tapioca pearls.

"Everybody say cheese! ». Cheesemakers from father to son for three generations, the Perrin family has been advising you on a wide choice of quality cheeses, and makes pre-cut boards for your aperitifs, and even mounted pieces where the layers of tomme de brebis, morbier, comté, fourme de Montbrison, brillat-savarin or saint-nectaire follow one another. In addition to the Bellevue sales outlet, the Fromagerie Perrin is present at seven markets in the Loire, and will invest in the future gourmet halls of Saint-Etienne so that the inhabitants of the city centre can also enjoy them. Enough to multiply the pleasures, and I see that it makes you smile!

Saint-Etienne is a city full of good addresses for lovers of fresh bread and viennoiseries. Among them, Le Pain de Benjamin bakery stands out for its original mobile bakery concept. Benjamin, an artisan baker trained by the Compagnons du Devoir, set up his business in 2017 and is already present at several markets in the Loire region. In his pretty van, he offers a wide variety of breads, viennoiseries, brioches and regional specialties. His products, some of which will soon be certified organic, are much appreciated by his loyal customers. Lovers of regional brioches won't be able to resist the raspberry macaroon brioche, to be enjoyed without moderation. An address not to be missed by gourmets passing through Saint-Etienne.

Already present at Les Halles Mazérat, Marcon opened its cellar at the end of 2022 along the A72 motorway in Saint-Etienne. This is the seventh store for the Saint-Bonnet-le-Froid-based company, following those in Le Puy-en-Velay and Paris, among others. The cellar offers over a thousand references of meticulously selected wines. You'll also find spirits and champagnes. The 350 m² establishment features a wine bar, ideal for wine tastings accompanied by a board, as well as a delicatessen featuring local products.

Since June 2021, an ice cream parlour has taken up residence right next to the Halles. Here, it is possible to choose between 40 and 50 flavors to enjoy on the spot or to take away. And if you find the great classics, you can also opt for original tastes. Note that these ice creams are proposed without coloring agents and that they are made from natural ingredients. Moreover, by pushing the door of this establishment, you will be able to order waffles and homemade pancakes, pastries, as well as drinks.

Since September 2021, a new universe has taken place under the arcades of the town hall: that of tea. If you take a detour through this store, you will discover a small boutique run by two really passionate managers: Thierry and Sandrine. Inside, you will find a nice variety of teas (green, black, white, oolong, etc.), plants for herbal teas and infusions, mugs, cups, or teapots. In short, everything you need to treat yourself when you are fond of this drink.

Loutsa Torréfacteur offers specialty coffee, and aims to put the roasting stage back at the center of the taste experience. Its first franchise will open in Saint-Etienne in January 2024, near the bar Les Berthom, with which it is partnering. You'll find coffee roasted on site, from all origins: Guatemala, Kenya, Indonesia, Peru, Colombia... Do you prefer tea? Chai latte and matcha tea are also on the menu. Enjoy them in the small shop or on the terrace, or take them to go.

Driven by their shared passion, Nathalie and Thibaut took over a patisserie in 2021. Their partnership gave birth to La Gandole Gourmande, an exceptional establishment offering gourmet creations, entirely homemade: various pastries, homemade marshmallows and chocolate, cakes, viennoiseries... Each mouthful exudes authenticity and creativity, while paying homage to Saint-Étienne. The nougat gaga, the Babet, and their stroke of genius that is the Saint-Gaga, a sweet sarasson embellished with seasonal fruits.

Chocoline is a bakery. It offers a welcoming and convivial tea room. Chocoline does not offer a delivery service, but you can order takeaway. Chocoline is a family-run bakery offering a wide range of quality products.