Tag Archives: Chocolate Shops

Sucrécacao

Prior to opening Sucrécacao in 1999, master pastry chef and chocolatier James Berthier worked with some of the top names in the French culinary world, including Pascal Niau, Peltier, Le Fouquet’s, Lapérouse and l’Hôtel Meurice. Now well-established in his own shop in the 20th arrondissement, he makes artisanal chocolates, fruit jellies, cakes and pastries, ice … Continue reading Sucrécacao

Christian Rizzotto

Artisan chocolatier Christian Rizzotto’s hand-crafted chocolates rival those of the most famous names in French chocolate. In his chocolate shop located in the Batignolles district, Monsieur Rizzotto likes to experiment to come up with flavour combinations that work perfectly. For example, there’s his basil-, mint- or tarragon-infused ganaches, or those incorporating fresh fruits like black … Continue reading Christian Rizzotto

Au Bonbon Royal

A marvel of a chocolaterie-confiserie with its gorgeous late 19th-century décor, Au Bonbon Royal has a loyal following among locals. The store itself was originally a gourmet grocers specialising in coffee, tea and spices before being transformed into sweets shop. Owner and chocolatier Philippe Ploquin took over the business in 1992. His artisanal chocolates are … Continue reading Au Bonbon Royal