Where to buy bread cakes chocolates ice cream Saint-Etienne

François Pralus has opened a beautiful boutique in Saint-Etienne with a burgundy front. You don't know him yet? Certainly you do, you know, it is this chocolate maker-pastry maker from Milan who offers you his famous pralulines, from brioches to pink pralines with a secret recipe and inimitable taste. The Pralus family owns cacao tree plantations in the north-west of Madagascar and makes chocolates from grand cru cacao to be enjoyed in the form of bars or fancy chocolates. A real delight... His productions are renowned throughout France! The flagship products: the pyramid of the tropics and the infernal bar.

Since 2007, l'Arbre à Glaces has been delighting the people of St. Etienne with its frozen delights. And for good reason, in addition to satisfying the taste buds, the artisanal company takes care to choose quality products, without additional flavouring whether natural or artificial, without colouring agents and without flavour enhancer! Let yourself be tempted by the classic caramel, chestnut, vanilla... Or dare to discover divine mixtures like verbena and yuzu, raspberry and purple basil, or mango, lime and a touch of turmeric... A delight !

Meilleur 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!

Originally 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...

This recent bakery welcomes gourmands in a cosy and warm atmosphere, with a smiling team. On the bread side, note the traditional baguette, made with local flours from Forez. Other specialties (roasted corn, khorazan ...) await you. The pastries are also home-made, including puff pastry. As for pastries, where everything is also made on the spot, you won't miss the "pâté forézien", with apples or custard cream, pear and chocolate chips... And for the Epiphany, discover the beans honouring some of the monuments of Saint-Etienne, from the Saint-Charles cathedral to the Puits Couriot!

In this shop, under the arcades of the town hall, you will taste the whole range of Voisin products: chocolate bars, ballotins, quenelles and cushions from Lyon, pralines, sugared almonds... but also coffees since the master chocolate maker from Lyon has a quality roasting. The choice of bulk sweets is wide and classified by colour, a selection to be made with the whole family... before discovering the know-how of the house in its sensory initiation area!

With the announced opening of a second boutique in the future Halles Mézerat, Au Péché Gourmand is now part of a dual entity under the name of Maison Dussap, named after Kevin, its creator. However, we'll continue to indulge our sweet tooth in front of the window displays filled with cakes, giving the store a jewel-like feel. Everything is homemade, with flavors that change with the seasons. On the summer menu are "Eskimos", made with organic milk from Jonzieux cows, "mojitos" with brown sugar cookie and mint-lemon cream, chococcinos or marvelous, crunchy hazelnut, nougat cream and apricot confit. There's no point resisting!

Le Oruau Lorrain is one of the most popular bakeries in the city centre. In addition to the traditional baguette, this establishment offers a wide range of breads. Sesame baguette, wholemeal bread, rye bread, but also corn bread, ciabatta, baked bread, walnut rye, country paving stone or poppy seeds... but also quiches, salted brioches, pizzas... The choice of pastries is wide: brioches, chocolate breads, chocolate Viennese, seasonal bugnes, gingerbread, shortbread... A well-known address to know who had the opportunity to represent the department in 2018 during the competition for the best baker in France on the TV channel M6.

" 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.

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!

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.