Exceptional artisanal craftsmanship
From the cocoa bean to the melt-in-your-mouth chocolate, we’ve uncovered the secrets of the famous chocolatier Dardenne. Fair-trade and organic cocoa!
An Introduction to Fair-Trade and Organic Cocoa
At Dardenne, chocolate is much more than a passion—it’s a way of life! The immersive room and film archive immerse us in the reality of the cocoa farm. From the field to the chocolate bar—including the textures and the company’s history—we discover chocolate in all its forms. Production is entirely dedicated to Fair-trade andorganic cocoa!
Coffee roasting: Dardenne’s signature expertise
How does the cacao bean turn into chocolate? Through the glass, we get a glimpse ofthe crucial step: roasting. This gigantic machine allows Dardenne to roast its own cacao beans. Very few chocolatiers have mastered this step. It involves heating the cocoa beans to reduce their moisture content, which allows the nib to be separated from its shell; it is during this step that the chocolate’s initial aromas develop.
Delicious and enchanting ❤
The chocolate fountain sets the scene: a true chocolate bar. We let ourselves be enchanted by the sweet, indulgent aroma filling the lounge, ready to savor chocolate in all its forms!
This indulgent break feels like a chocolate-themed brunch. Young and old alike dream of it—a true temple of chocolate that can be enjoyed in a thousand ways: hot drinks, chocolate-covered ice cream, delicious milkshakes, cups topped with melt-in-your-mouth whipped cream —what a treat!
Head to the “chocolate shop” to take this sweet delight home.
Practical info
- Chocolaterie Dardenne: RD8A La Saoucette Business Park, 31210 Ausson – 05 61 79 02 01
- Dardenne offers about 100 products across five product lines.
- House specialty: “Les Rochers,” artisanal confections
- The 71% cocoa hazelnut chocolate bar has been named the best organic product of 2023
- A chocolate-themed brunch or even a brunch at home: shop in-store or online !