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Jacques Genin

For many years Jacques Genin, one of Paris’s most reputed pâtissiers-chocolatiers, worked out of his laboratoire in the 15th arrondissement, producing his sweet gastronomic luxuries for Paris’s finest restaurants and hotels. Fortunately, Monsieur Genin opened his own storefront in 2008, a gorgeous, spacious locale in the Marais showcasing his exquisite confections: herb and spice-infused ganaches, … Continue reading Jacques Genin

Top French chocolatier awards for 2010

The Club des Croqueurs de Chocolat has named France’s top 155 chocolatiers for 2010. At the top of this year’s list, and winners of the prestigious Award du Chocolat, are Jean-Paul Hévin, Pierre Hermé, Fabrice Gillote, Jacques Genin, Anne-Françoise Benoit, Gilles Cresno, Jean-Emile Schmitt, Pascal Le Gac, Patrick Roger, Vincent Guerlais, François Pralus and Richard … Continue reading Top French chocolatier awards for 2010